French Electro duo Air creates score for a 100 year old Sci Fi film
In 1902 the first science fiction movie of significance was created called Le Voyage Dans La Lune (A Trip To the Moon). It was not til recently however, that director Georges Melies’ hand painted color reels were recovered and refurbished for viewing.
The reason I’m excited about this, is because AIR was commissioned to create the music score for this 100 year old film. They had short notice to compose the music, and watched the film over and over for a month, to the point they said in an NPR interview, they felt like they were right there with the people from 1902 on the team. It must have felt a little like time travel. On the release night they were very “stage freight” about how the music would be received by audiences, given the importance of the film, but of course it was marvelous. AIR will be releasing their score in a few days, To read more about this and listen to the radio interview click on over to NPR music.
I had a wonderful impromptu opportunity yesterday, to attend the Ann Arbor Folk Festival. What a wonderful event! Not only does is raise funds to support the non-profit music venue ,The Ark, it provided an evening of diverse and exceptional folk music. I was especially pleased to find out about the band Elephant Revival, as the peaceful music has a haunting historical sound to it, that is something new to me. Hear and example here. I’m hoping to go back to the Ark for their show in March.
I’ll cut to the chase and tell you my very favorite performance of the night was by the band Devotchka. Amazing stuff! I had become familiar with this band prior to attending the concert, due to good ol’ Pandora, which suggested Devotchka to me via my preference of Beruit. They use plenty of stringed and brass instruments, and have a foreign and bohemian sound, also described as a “lavishly theatrical circus band” delivering “made-for- Hollywood gypsy punk”. Below are a few examples for you to enjoy!
I am loving how these scarves turned out! They are truly a labor of love, being that each scarf was hand screen printed multiple times to create the desired graphic look. If you know anything about screen printing, you know the feeling of holding your breath… just hoping the ink will pull through properly leaving you with a clear and centered image. Since each scarf required me printing multiple images, all it would take was one bad pull of the ink through the screen, and the entire scarf would be ruined! But that is the art of a handmade product: the artist works carefully and thoughtfully to produce a unique and special item. Luckily, these turned out just as I had hoped.
I used a lightweight natural 100% cotton linen fabric for these scarves. The “woven” print graphic is taken from a scan of some antique woven fabric I had. The owls are from an illustration out of my sketchbook. When the ink dried, I sewed the sides under for a nice finish, and added a fancy ruffled black and white trim to the ends. This scarf is a lovely addition to any free spirit’s wardrobe. I wear mine with a chambray oxford shirt and dark jeans,and it turns such a simple outfit into something much more interesting!
To purchase one of these scarves, which have been produced in a limited run, click here!
Please look very carefully at all of the photos because I want you to see that the scarves are not only beautiful, but they are celebrated by inconstant “flaws” which I see as pretty. Some have a cool faint “bleeding” pattern, and I thought it looked cool so I didn’t throw it out as a mistake. I think they are a welcome trademark of an item that is clearly not made in mass,but is made with love. I do promise however, each scarf will maintain an integrity of presentation that I feel good about as the creator! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or want to see larger photos before purchasing!
This outfit also features a Ninkybink bag (see here)
I bought this beautifully historic- looking, industrial sewing machine last week off of craigslist for a STEAL of a deal. It purrs like a kitten, and works with fine precision and speed. I couldn’t be happier! The old machines are so sturdy it’s unbelievable!
