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21
Apr, 2012

Tips for Storing Musical Equipment/Gear

by GuestAuthor on April 21, 2012

While some musical equipment is more durable than others, all instruments and their accompanying gear must be stored with certain measures in mind, or else you will find yourself having to deal with expensive repairs or even replacing your instruments. So, before you lock away your gear, keep these tips in mind.
Invest for the long term.
While tempting, discount storage solutions may seem like a deal at first, but the cost-to-savings ratio can quickly reverse. As mentioned above, improperly stored equipment can bleed your wallet dry. All it takes is one day of extreme weather to cause expensive damages.

Your best bet is to invest in a climate-controlled storage unit which can guarantee certain storage conditions. Climate controlled units also tend to be insulated from the weather, making water and mold damage less likely. Not all units offer humidity control, and temperature guarantees can vary, so make sure you know what you’re getting. Also, keep in mind that while friends or family have the best intentions in mind, they are not professionals, and accidental damage can occur, likely to leave you with no recourse for compensation.

Storing electronic musical equipment.
Because they are generally made up of a combination of plastic, adhesives, and fine metals, electronics are especially fragile. Heat, cold, moisture, or even arid conditions can damage components in a device. Make sure your storage space meets the following specifications to avoid damage.

18
Apr, 2012

Nina Weiss : Diligent and Disciplined

by Deborah E on April 18, 2012

Ms. Weiss is quite the artist and teacher and all around art entrepreneur and motivational, inspiring woman. What I realized, in this interview, is how diligent and disciplined she is. That does not detract from the beauty of her art, but rather enhances it, as she exercises, in the same way that an athlete would, for a big game. She does not site back and wait for it to happen, but rather disciplines herself to take the steps to allow it to flow through her, and then, in turn to teach her students what she has learned in life, and in art.

As a musician, I am inspired to ensure that I don’t just “wait for it to happen,” but work at my craft, my music.

14
Apr, 2012

Summer Style Tips : What To Wear

by GuestAuthor on April 14, 2012

When the sun comes out, so does our desire to be outdoors. The latest bars, barbeques, beach parties… You name it, we want to be there, and be seen there. The only dilemma is what to wear. Well, fear not, because here are some summer fashion rules. You can follow them, adjust them, or make up your own as you go along.

Barbecue

Barbecues are about open fire, so expect plenty of black smoke, grease, and anything you can expect from a back garden. This is not the time to wear your finest dress or jewelry. Instead, wear your favourite jeans with a fancy top that is also practical – no dangling sleeves or chiffon fabrics (high risk of catching fire!). Shoes are usually easy to walk in – glamorous flip-flops or low-medium heeled sandals.

For this look, the jewelry can be whatever you like – colourful and chunky, or traditional and dainty. Make-up should be kept very light.

Beach Parties
Beach parties are similar to barbeques, except that you also have the option to go swimming afterwards. A good outfit would be a long summer dress with beachwear underneath. That way, you have the option to go swimming if you wish, but even if you don’t, you look gorgeous and elegant. Shoes should be pretty or glamorous flip-flops, or low heeled sandals. Jewelry and make-up will depend on whether or not you intend to go swimming. If you want to have the option, they should both be very light.

11
Apr, 2012

Larry Oskin : Beauty Savant

by Deborah E on April 11, 2012

In learning about Mr. Oskin, and his art, I am fascinated by how he has studied art, and different aspects of art, and has grown in his art (including fine art photography), as a result of this study of creativity. And, yet, he is not limited by mere knowledge of the craft, but is able to express himself and interpret and seek out the beauty around him and present it to us, in his own brand of expression of art.

7
Apr, 2012

How to Dress With Sophistication Without Spending Too Much

by GuestAuthor on April 7, 2012

Looking sophisticated is the perfect way to look different to your next party. If you don’t have the right clothes to look more sophisticated, then you will just look like your ordinary self. There are certain dresses and clothes that look best for looking this way, but it can still be tough to find out what the right clothes are. Below, I will outline just a few of the ways to get you wearing a dress that is sophisticated and different. Of course, it can be hard to buy the most expensive items, and that is why you really need to consider the tips below, as they will help cut the overall costs down.

How to Dress With Sophistication Without Spending Too Much
-Minimalistic pieces
It is important to get plenty of dresses that don’t have too much pieces showing. Usually we can focus too much on getting dresses that add too many pieces, but the only thing that this does is add a lot of immaturity in your clothing. The dress should have very few pieces, as that can help a lot with adding the mature look of sophistication without doing too much work. Remember, too much can be quite bad, so try to take your time when finding a nice and clear looking dress.

-Basic tones are a great picture

Looking for a nice dress that is clean and basic, along with a very basic tone is a great idea. Basic tones are important to look for because they are never going to be out of style. The basic trends are always going to look no matter how fasionable other trends become. As long as your dress has even the slightest of class, it surely is going to stand out compared to those other people who wear overly done clothing. Usually the basic ones aren’t even that expensive, so this is a very good thing to consider.

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