Friday, February 29, 2008
What The F!
In our daily usage of computers, we are bound to decide which fonts to use whether we are typing out a formal letter, designing a flyer or simply just chatting using IM services. Choosing fonts are important as each font is used for different purposes according to its style and overall appeal.
Let's say you are typing a resignation letter, which font would you choose?
Let's say you are typing a resignation letter, which font would you choose?
Perhaps between the both, if not given a choice, OCR A Std would seem like a better choice, no?
How about deciding which font to use if you are opening a tire workshop?
Both may seem applicable depending on the company's style and direction but Bauhaus 93 works better I guess. By the way, can anyone guess which company uses the Bauhaus 93 font?
So, as much as each font speak volumes about one's creative direction and the multitude of purposes it is being used for, how about this for a change?
So, as much as each font speak volumes about one's creative direction and the multitude of purposes it is being used for, how about this for a change?
Yeah, as we communicate daily with the people around us, what font do you think you sound like?
Obviously, there will be a difference when we speak to our parents and when we speak to our friends. Hence, we might sound like many different fonts for different occasions. The thought of it made me laugh a moment and then I came up with this:
Obviously, there will be a difference when we speak to our parents and when we speak to our friends. Hence, we might sound like many different fonts for different occasions. The thought of it made me laugh a moment and then I came up with this:
Top to bottom : The graphic artist me, this costumized me, the musician me, this actor me and the me. Dang, didn't know I had so much angst! LOL!
How about you? What the font do you sound like?
Labels: reflections, short-talk
Thursday, February 28, 2008
When Virtual And Real Collide : Spoof
Was reading a friend's post on the topic and coincidently I came across this picture earlier in the day:
"You (are) going to need to be authentic online as much as you're authentic offline."
Now that's what I call virtual reality. Hmmm, wonder where did my Redpill go?
Labels: short-talk
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Do You Love Me More Than These?
Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. This then is how we know that we belong to the truth, and how we set our hearts at rest in his presence whenever our hearts condemn us. For God is greater than our hearts, and he knows everything.
1 John 3:18-20
Here are some pictures from the event:
1 John 3:18-20
Here are some pictures from the event:
People love keeping records of all sorts. Gets you a name tag for the day.
Su Ann preparing the food.
The host and hostess of the day.
Dinner was served shortly after everyone arrived.
Friends from AGC dropped by as well.
We go way back since primary days.
Tuition students took a break from studying.
"I got it from my mamak"
Raymond and William had itchy fingers.
Rock kang-kang anyone?
Lyrics are my best friend.
Thanks to Kevin from Inverted Coma for filling in. Dude came all the way from Cyberjaya.
Young and old both enjoyed the universal language.
Soon enough, everyone needed a partner to dance.
The 4-hit combo speed dating. Hilarious.
Some preferred sticking to the original one on one.
"And the moral of the story is..."
Kevin left to fill in for Jay Chou's injured drummer that night. Crazy times.
Yes, He is greater than our hearts.
Labels: event, family, friends, No Strings Attached, valentine's
Sunday, February 24, 2008
AdHoc Performs
Enjoyed playing for the crowd that day for No Strings Attached. Pictures coming up next post! Here's a short clip of the performance that night. Enjoy!
Labels: AdHoc, event, No Strings Attached, valentine's
Friday, February 22, 2008
So::Graciously - February
I have always loved musicals ever since my friend introduce 'The Sound Of Music" to me a very long time ago. It is truly wonderful and amazing to see the actors play their role while singing and dancing at the same time. At Petra Youth Productions, I had the chance to produce such a musical based on the parable of the lost sheep back in 2006. I'm pretty sure there's a lot of this kind of plays (meant for gospel purposes) out there already, but here's one that you can actually use, should you want to tell the story of that one lost sheep to your audience. Remember to drop me an email if you would like to have the script and all the details to this production. =)
Here are a few pictures from the day itself:
Shepherds bonding are the norm back in the day.
New breed could stand on two. Amazing.
6 rehearsals and they were still good to go.
Note: For last month's So::Graciously, click.
Labels: resources, so:graciously
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Up For A Sushi Roll?
Editing videos is certainly fun although it takes up a lot of your time especially when it comes to rendering it. Well, here's another video of a professional surfer, Julian Wilson, who created the 'Sushi Roll' technique sometime ago. Sweet!
After watching him doing that, I wish there was a sea nearby where I could go and chill after work. Anyway, I guess I'll just have to make do with skating in the office at the moment. Now where did I put that wasabi?
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
I See You
Been busy editing videos lately. Here's a short clip on the Tour. See anyone you know in the video? Tell me. :P
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
A Simple Saturday Event
Yes, for those of you who have no plans this coming Saturday, come and join me and my band as we render a few love songs over dinner. There will also be some light games for us who are young at heart to play. If you would like to perform, you can also do so during the open mic session. If you are interested to come, the place is located off Jalan Genting Klang in Setapak. Drop me an email for further directions, k? Cheers.
Labels: event, valentine's
Monday, February 18, 2008
Because He First Loved Us
Although V-Day is officially on 14 Feb every year, many churches often have events post V-Day to celebrate and to help others understand more about love. Kel invited me to one such event at The ACTS Church recently and this time around, their theme was "What's Your Love Language?". With light refreshments, ice breakers, praise and worship, getting to know your love language, a short skit and a closing message and prayer by Pastor Sandra Chin, I am once again reminded of God's great love for us. Here are some pictures from the event:
“Why do you stand here looking into the sky?"
Waiting for the rest to arrive.
Kel, Jay, Sue Lane & Debbie.
Hosted by a lovely couple wearing the 'Yes I Do' tee.
Led by Andy and the band. God be praised.
We love because He first loved us.
Want to take the mini quiz and know your love language? Drop me an email.
Dude sang 'I Want To Hold Your Hand'.
Oneted (band), did a rendition of Estranged's 'Itu Kamu'. Nice.
What is love to you these days?
The Bible tells us of God's great love for us. Here's a little love note found in John 3:16:
For God so loVed the world,
....That He gAve
.........His onLy
........BegottEn
.............SoN
................That whoever
......Believes In Him
........Should Not perish,
.....But have Everlasting life.
That's the best place you'll find true love. No, really.
That's the best place you'll find true love. No, really.
Labels: event, friends, valentine's
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Rusty Fingers
It's been ages since I last played these kind of songs but since its in conjunction with Valentine's Day and the majority of the audience are teenagers aged between 13 - 19, I figured they would enjoy it. Back in my teen days, these songs were the more populars one anyway (except maybe for Couple's power-candy-pop tune and Maroon 5's). Moreover, dinner will be served during the performance time and I'm sure most of them will be busy enjoying their food and catching up. Hopefully. Anyway, here's the list of songs that I would be performing with my ad-hoc band next Saturday. What do you think?
Email me if you would like to know more about this event. =)
Labels: event
Thursday, February 14, 2008
The Most Excellent Way
And now I will show you the most excellent way. If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love, I gain nothing.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
Have a lovely one people!
Labels: family, friends, reflections, valentine's
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
CNY
The CNY weekend was busy with the usual visitation to my extended families. It then ended at April's place when Kel invited me along for the little get-together, since she is not familiar with the area. Many thanks to April for being a wonderful host (not to mention the lesson on lap dancing for girls...LOL) and Kel for inviting me =) *more ice-cream now huh?* It was great meeting all of you there as well. Here are some pictures from the late weekend rendezvous :
April's homemade for sale. To view or purchase, click here.
Btw, roti jala and chicken curry rocks!
Staple CNY activities.
M&Ms - melts in your mouth, twists your limbs.
Duncan engineering his new moves on the girls while playing Twister.
One needs some somehow.
Owe her heaps of ice-cream. LOL.
The 4th month of the year sticking a tongue out.
Bitter gourd for those who can't take alcohol. *blek*
The girls kicking things off.
Sit a while can?
"Losers must take 6 shots in a row..."
David had to cope even after rehab.
Glowing red.
Reenacting a scene from Showgirls. LOL.
Met him ages ago in college days.
Raj was lucky with the girls as always.
Terrence had to go on Elaine.
Special episode of Love Perhaps. Winner gets the girl.
You go girl!
Mano e mano
Good times, great taste - at April's.
Labels: chinese new year, event, friends
It Ain't Easy, But It's Worth It
Go ahead, share the light today before it gets blown out.
Labels: reflections
Friday, February 8, 2008
Eve Dinner
It was the first family gathering of the year and man, it was awesome. Not only the food was good but all my relatives were as crazy and loony as always. A few years ago, we were the ones running up and down the hallway, making tons of noise and comparing how many ang paus we have collected. Now, most of them are daddies and mummies to their very own and are giving out red packets themselves - even on the eve of the new year. One thing for sure - the noise and fun level has increased, even for a rather small reunion dinner. And of course, nothing beats meeting up your extended family members since the last congkak and tepuk batang ais krim game way back in the 90s. It's all good. Here's some pictures of the eve dinner:
The evergreen lantern setting the mood.
Ida and her ikebana made specially for our grand aunty.
Ilhan and his daughter, Adina.
Simple baba food is the way to go. Served shortly after everyone arrived.
Eating with hands are the norm here. Makes eating more 'sedap' than ever.
When one is thirsty, it can only mean this.
Of course, many opted water instead. Classic dispenser.
Aunty Baby with the mighty sedap 'Gong Xi Fa Cai' choc cake and Carl recommending it.
Rodney & Morris chilling after dinner with grandma.
Grandma is the most cherished person in the family. She's 90.
Some started playing cards as usual.
Hana & Inara jumping around. Kids have the most fun.
My old man with my minister uncle catching up on politics. LOL.
Uncle Sunny demonstrating the powers of the volcanic rock.
The Quantum Pendant uncle Sunny was pushing. National sports figures uses it too. Click.
Mum & sis with the house maids of 15+ years.
Aris the hyper kid is loving it.
Aunty Santha & Rodney with beloved grandma.
Inara all dressed up for the occasion. Cute!
Of mums, daughters, granddaughters, sisters, sister-in-laws, cousins, aunts and a great grandma.
The Ya-Ya Sisterhood.
Yes, I come from a family of mixed nuts. Great times as always.
Labels: event, family, reflections
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Selamat Tahun Baru Cina
That time of the year is here again. The time where everyone is back at their kampung to celebrate the new year. I live in an area that is 70% occupied by college students and most of them are from other states. "The Great Wall" that is known for posting properties and rooms, either for sale or to let has also been 'quieter' as I passed by it today.
Most students minor in advertising while doing their major here.
Here's wishing to all of you who are celebrating it for the next 15 days!
As some of you will be traveling to many places for this festive season...
..remember to buckle up, rest if needed and freshen up every now and then. Drive safe la.
Above all, have a good one this year!
Labels: wishes
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Jamming - An Old Friend
You are hopelessly bored. Your heart beats in anticipation and your mind is clearly somewhere else. Your fingers are itching compulsively and as you glance over at your jam buddies, you're sure you're not the only one positively dying to rock out. Jamming could be seen as one of the least productive past times for a generation designated for a certain Vision 2020. After all, national accolades go to bowling, squash or information technology. True, perhaps, but as one might dare argue - jamming is the most fun of them all.
Meeting up with some old buddies for a jam session on W-Day brought back so many memories from high school where everyone did it because it was the 'in' thing back then. It is the moment one discovers the soothing qualities of ridiculous amount of distortion, the almost therapeutic benefits of feeling an amplifier's sound waves vibrate through one's whole body, or the poetic justice of pounding away young worries on the snare drum without breaking the skin. And I must say, that no matter who you are the pure joy of jamming carries on well into adulthood.
At Awakening Productions - good for jams, practices and just having good old fun.
Jamming holds a universal value that transcends taste and nature of interest. There's something about a group of people in a room, spontaneously playing off one another's miasma and finishing even one song. Jamming is not really that different whether one plays music for the fun of it or as a serious career.
Stuff on sale.
One become better friends and learn to understand each other like brothers, while growing together both musically and personally. Of course, it can also be a chance to express ourselves and to blow off some steam.
During a STP cover.
But what does one really get from jamming? My take would be that people find a sanctuary for expressive and creative freedom. And once inside the studio, jamming is the outlet, one that could be quite different, depending on the value the individual person places on it.
Professionalism is not required.
And when your hour is almost up, and the studio guy signals you to play your last song, the feeling in your chest is more or less the same for everyone : college bands, cover bands, upcoming musicians, sessionists and gold-selling rock stars. You feel very spirited and self-fulfilled, and free from your worldly cares for a while. And the overwhelming sensation tides you over till the next time you step into the studio and rock your socks out again. Till the next session then!
Meeting up with some old buddies for a jam session on W-Day brought back so many memories from high school where everyone did it because it was the 'in' thing back then. It is the moment one discovers the soothing qualities of ridiculous amount of distortion, the almost therapeutic benefits of feeling an amplifier's sound waves vibrate through one's whole body, or the poetic justice of pounding away young worries on the snare drum without breaking the skin. And I must say, that no matter who you are the pure joy of jamming carries on well into adulthood.
At Awakening Productions - good for jams, practices and just having good old fun.
Jamming holds a universal value that transcends taste and nature of interest. There's something about a group of people in a room, spontaneously playing off one another's miasma and finishing even one song. Jamming is not really that different whether one plays music for the fun of it or as a serious career.
Stuff on sale.
One become better friends and learn to understand each other like brothers, while growing together both musically and personally. Of course, it can also be a chance to express ourselves and to blow off some steam.
During a STP cover.
But what does one really get from jamming? My take would be that people find a sanctuary for expressive and creative freedom. And once inside the studio, jamming is the outlet, one that could be quite different, depending on the value the individual person places on it.
Professionalism is not required.
And when your hour is almost up, and the studio guy signals you to play your last song, the feeling in your chest is more or less the same for everyone : college bands, cover bands, upcoming musicians, sessionists and gold-selling rock stars. You feel very spirited and self-fulfilled, and free from your worldly cares for a while. And the overwhelming sensation tides you over till the next time you step into the studio and rock your socks out again. Till the next session then!
Labels: friends
Friday, February 1, 2008
February Archives
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/jamming-old-friend.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/that-time-of-year-is-here-again.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/eve-dinner.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/it-aint-easy-but-its-worth-it.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/cny.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/most-excellent-way.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/rusty-fingers.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/although-v-day-is-officially-on-14-feb.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/simple-saturday-event.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/i-see-you.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/up-for-sushi-roll.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/sograciously-february.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/adhoc-performs.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/do-you-love-me-more-than-these.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/when-virtual-and-real-collide-spoof.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/what-f.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/windy-day.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/that-time-of-year-is-here-again.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/eve-dinner.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/it-aint-easy-but-its-worth-it.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/cny.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/most-excellent-way.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/rusty-fingers.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/although-v-day-is-officially-on-14-feb.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/simple-saturday-event.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/i-see-you.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/up-for-sushi-roll.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/sograciously-february.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/adhoc-performs.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/do-you-love-me-more-than-these.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/when-virtual-and-real-collide-spoof.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/what-f.html
http://nigelais.blogspot.com/2008/02/windy-day.html
The Incredible Hunks
While the girls get to join the Cover Girl Search, we have not forgotten the guys as well.
And like any Malaysian, we would first ask "What are the prizes like?" So, here goes :
Focus on the prizes, focus on the prizes...(girls, drool all u want...)
Think you know anyone who's a hunk? Nominate them today! Or just sign yourself up!
Closing date is 31 March, so still have time to work out and shape up. Up for it?
Finals date to be confirmed later. Most probably same as the Cover Girl Search. =)
Labels: event
Was rummaging photos from previous events back in 2007 and guess who I came across?
:D
Labels: short-talk
