I plan on updating the theme of my site here shortly, if time will permit such a task. Although, themes are basically just plug and activate in WordPress I tend to customize it to my liking and skill set. It’s how I learn and tweak code, graphics and other functionality. Ironically, I don’t seem to find more time to just keep the blog’s content flowing, yet, I am devoting time to the overall look.
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Like whoa… on another level.
Yea, that about sums up my entire experience so far with constructing and planning out this oral presentation for my sweetheart. I always had a slight and curious interest in creating a Powerpoint presentation, but was never actually given the project to do so. Well kiddies… the time is now! So brace for some serious learning and hiccups along the way. I initially was all gun-hoed because I was using the elegantly styled Apple Keynote; no such luck though, for some crud reason even though it would export to .pot format darn MS Powerpoint just wouldn’t keep all the proper formatting, simple layout structure, sleek Apple transitions, or nothing! It was aggravating and very distressing. So lo and behold, I opened up the monster itself, Powerpoint. Though it seems to have all the options it just seems too much dammit. It’s Microssoft’s true to form cluttered messes and over complex interfaces. It’s driving me nuts really. I sincerely can see why Microsoft has MCSE and all other types of proper certification for their applications and system operating systems… a Master’s degree, nothing short of, to conquer the zen of Microsoft.
I will succeed and I will overcome this entire project with a smile.
After taking in that initial video lesson on colors and there RELATIVE properties have I only now been so color-blinded! It was amazing how the brain actually alters are perception of colors and their display in accordance with values, contrast, focus, hue, and etc… I’m steaming here with ideas for a project to apply this new found knowledge!
I’ve been in denial for far too long on new age learning methods; this isn’t a crime right? It should be! Being completely aware of Lynda.com and its’ purpose of learning I’ve not taking any steps into acquiring their lessons. Either from being completely lazy or just not a smidgen of motivation, I’ve been awfully overlooking some very powerful resources for learning new things. Well about 20 minutes ago I finished watching 1 out of 2 video tutorials for Working with Color. I should really kick myself in my ass…. hard!
I sincerely encourage any one that has been procrastinating on learning new subjects to go to Lynda.com and snag a couple lessons to simply amaze yourself! I can’t wait to dig deeper into other subjects and information!
I recently been adding tags to posts and the system has been re-worked over plenty of times now. First I was doing a manually added tag syntax with a code snippet, but quickly began to get irritated and severely worn out of that method. I just knew there was a simpler process or method of taking care of it.
My search ended with Ultimate Tag Warrior for Wordpress, very simple to install, then after a couple minor tweaks I do believe I’m happy with my tag system. The tag system is only using Technorati now, but in the future if the other blog search engines need to be added I will gladly adapt and update.
I however have other unrelated tweaks in mind for my Wordpress in the very near future…
So what does everyone think? Thought that maybe a new banner would look good… this is what I came up, though now I’m beginning to question why lizards?
Maybe I’ll re-do it over without lizards. I suppose it’s just one of the creatures that comes to mind that I associate with “Freaky”. Maybe I should create a rotating banners: lizards, tarantulas, snakes, etc…
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Decided to update the self-portrait as well!
Is it normal to play video games so excessive that it seems like it it is or controlling your life? Not wanting to deal with the hells, confusion, and blunt insanity of society; just an escape into the virtual fantasy worlds of video games.
I for one have enjoyed gaming for many moons, the diversity and griping involvement is unparalleled to anything yet I’ve experienced. It just wonderfully blows my mind as to how far games have come even more-so on the anticipation of how far they will/can go in the future. The newest generation of home video game consoles are now on full force release… let’s just see how amazing their sophisticated technology will take us in 2 years from now!
Wrapped off the finally touches on two titles I was working on for my sweethearts scrapbook pages:
I finally got my iLife 06 installed and decided to, naturally of course, play with the updated iApps to see what type of neatness and good Apple goodness could be found! I began with iPhoto being that I use that mainly from the rest of the apps, first noticeable aspect was that they have unified the overall look of the iApps such as to iTunes! Nice touch. Seen a new feature for “Photocasts” but seems to rely on a .Mac account. Bummer… just might have to invest into one.
Then I jumped into iDVD to see what goodness would be blessed upon me. Same unified user interface, nice; new themes… and who knew what else. So I did what any creative person should do, create something! A new custom DVD based solely on my trip to Butterfly Rainforest with Erin and her family.
Will be updated with movie soon…!
Now if only Wordpress could fix the quick-tags for Safari I’d be pimpin’!
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I’ve put my touch on my sweetheart’s scrap-booking… I apply my skills with custom designed titles and graphics. Currently I’m working on Christmas and Butterfly World title. I’ll update this post with the finished designs.
Once in a odd bluish/gray/greenish moon you get to run into a great new graphic plug-in that really amazes you! Well, recently I was turned on to a company called AKVIS and they seem to make some very interesting plug-ins for graphic editing and manipulation; Chameleon which instantly caught my eye had to be played with NOW!
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Well a buddy of mine has been humping (Not literally…) and breaking his back to whip up his new project of a gaming site. GameMentors.com which will be focused on gamers and not the advertising and bull-crap associated with other similar sites. Plus it will be FREE! How can ill they compete? They won’t be able to…. period.
Not very exciting today so far… just reading and learning about Adobe CS2 and re-working on the custom graphics for my sweethearts scrapbook page. Also in the mix of readying my application for final submission in to Art Institute; the essay is coming along well, still need to do a revision.
That’s all folks… for now.
Had some stuff I had to take care of… first I swung by the Court House to pay the schmucks there $80.00 fine for the ticket I was issued for not having eye-wear on a couple months back. The nI hit good old Wally World for a black visor on my helmet (Looks Sexy Now!) and finally ended up surprising my baby at work. She was almost off her lunch break so we just went over to Baskin Robbins and got some ice cream.
Got home took my clean cloths off the line and folded them. Called Art Institute back… I’m so close to enrolling. I need to get up the funds to get some hardware I’m going to need for schooling: color printer, scanner and a wacom tablet. Basic computer equipment really. I’ve narrowed down that I’m going to be taking the Web Design Diploma my first year then follow up with either the Digital Design Diploma or straight into the Interactive Media AS, I’ll have a year to decide. I’m super happy about this whole school thing. This is great really.
I think finally it is my time to excel and proceed with furthering my education. I want to be more and do more in life… not these endless jobs worth nothing. Well, I contacted Art Institute to gladly be told that their online courses support the Macintosh platform.
I talked with the admissions advisor, Jeff, for about an hour on several thoughts and concerns. I’m excited. Seriously. My passion has been to get into graphic design and become so much more. It just might be that time coming!
Everyone please go vote, fairly on this picture I made: Hex168. It’s a contest and I believe I did a pretty descent job.
I’m in the middle of a lot of stuff though I haven’t forgotten anyone. I’m writing a lengthy write-up on the weekend goodness, pics will be there for all; hired an attorney for my Worker’s Compensation; still loving Erin and loving her loving me!
Best news yet is my mom got a job! I’m so happy for her. She seems more out going and in better shape now that she gets out.
Also a friend of mine is in the mist of building a gaming site and I’m conducting a Quality Assurance team to over see the site and give opinions, brutal opinions on it. If anyone is interested please eMail Me or Aim Me.
Well well… looks like I was M.I.A. once more from here. I do apologize, somewhat.
I have found a real gem in the gaming world on the prestigious day of September 28th, 2005. Far Cry Instincts has been released! The long wait is over; now we may all bow down to some serious fun gaming sessions…
Worked diligently for the past 2-3 days to finish up this beauty! Have a few more tweaks in mind that I’m going to do on my own time and not charge him for:
PHP Google Random Colors
PHP Random Colors for the Movie Window
Who knows what else :)
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