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by Gloria T. Leonardo
(Source: ARCHIPELAGO, The International Magazine of the Philippines, 1975 A-22, Vol, II. pp. 28-31.)
Next to wood, ivory was most frequently used in making religious statues for Philippine Catholic churches and home altars from the earliest days of the colony in the seventeenth century and into the nineteenth. A relatively plentiful supply of ivory came to Manila from China, principally from nearby Canton which h was second only to Peking as an ivory carving center.
In fact, most of the religious statues were made in southern China for export to the Philippines—to such an extent that, it was believed until recently, that all ivory statues came from China. This was not so. Investigative studies have shown that some ivory statues were carved in Manila or in Paete, a traditional center for carving in the hills of Laguna, by anonymous artisans. Some of these craftsmen were Filipinos; some were Chinese, which further added to the Chinese identity of the statues even if they were carved and commissioned right in the Philippines. Setting the obscurity even more deeply was the tendency at that time for people to adopt Spanish names; if ever an artisan signed his work, as was the practice with engravings, he invariably used a Hispanized name that masked his origin.
Statues for home altars, in fact, accounted for much of the commissioned work. And what abundant work. Since the early Fifties, when interest in santos, as they are familiarly called, arose in appreciation of their beauty as samples of early indigenous popular sculpture, hundreds of statues—from miniatures to five foot tall carvings—have been brought to light and continue to be discovered. The bigger pieces were from churches. But the greater bulk of the discoveries, the smaller, more portable santos, clearly belonged to home altars.
Great ivory statues for the churches were usually of the patron saints in whose honor, the edifices were built and dedicated. Today, the most famous of these ivory icons is that of Our Lady of the Rosary in Santo Domingo Church, Quezon City. Known as La Naval de Manila to commemorate the sea victory of the Spanish colonial navy over the Dutch invaders in 1654, the statue was commissioned by Governor Luis Perez Dasmariñas from a Chinese artisan who was a catechumen or a convert studying Catholic doctrine in order to be baptized. Only the faces and hands of the Virgin and Child, now sheened by the years into lifelike olive skin tones, are ivory; the body frames are of wood, fully clothes in robe of woven gold.
Nearly every important church has a crucifix with the Corpus carved in full from ivory. This is usually the crucifix used for veneration during Good Friday and is considered in many churches as a true ecclesiastical heritage as well as art treasure.
If ivory santos for home altars are particularly exquisite as works of art, their size is certainly a contributing factor. As a whole, these statues are small; from eight to sixteen inches in height. The features therefore are small and, in some of the best classical examples, are carved in delicate fidelity.
Connoisseurs of small ivory santos single out—with awe and delight—the perfection in details, such as the fingernails carved in hands measuring no more than half or three-quarters of an inch. Or they point to the eyelidfolds on carved eyes as small as fourth of an inch, even less. The eyes in many ivory santos are high points of craftsmanship. Small, finely painted glass was inserted to make the orbs; not only that, eyelashes were also painstakingly glued on—within millimeter spaces.
Moreover, ornamentations were frequently added to the ivory statuettes. When the figure did not include carved garments or even if it did, rich ornate robes of satin or gold weave were fashioned. Halos of gold or silver, encrusted with jewels, were added; sometimes there were even crowns and diadems. Items of jewelry were also added, such as pendants, rings, brooches. It was as if to say that since God is the Creator of the wealth of the earth, nothing is to be spared to His glory, nothing denied that would add to the conviction that His alone is the earth and its fullness.
Just like the religious images made of wood, the ivory santos eventually came to be classified into three types: the popular, the classical and the ornate.
Most of the extant religious images today, particularly those made of wood, are in popular style: a distinctly naïve, unsophisticated style, much like simple line drawings. These images were intended for home altars. While they are simple, they have enormous appeal and charm and are highly prized as folk art. No one of the sculptors who made these popular santos is known by name today. It is, as it should be, for folk art is never signed except by its character.
Few ivory religious images are in the popular style. The material is too precious and expensive to be left in the hands of folk artists, it seemed. This must not be taken as a norm, however.
On the other hand, many ivory statuettes are in the classical style. This is a style distinctively baroque. A classical santo was created as a fully sculptured piece, faithfully carved to include robes and hair. No added-on elements (such as wigs) or other ornamentations (such as garments) are necessary to make it a complete statue.
Classical ivory statues are much valued. To begin with, statues carve dout of a single piece of ivory are rare—since ivory does not often come in adequate enough sizes. Usually, the head and hands were pegged on and joints are easily detected as thin brown lines.
Finally, the ornate style of statues is the elaboration of the classical by a rich, multiplicity of details and by the addition of garments and other ornamentations. Some ornate ivory statues consist of a plain wood body frames to which are pegged the head and hands. Other ornate statues are classical pieces of sculpture, complete with carved garments and hairs, but to which were added extra ornamentations.
The art of religious statuary in the Philippines bears two distinct influences: Spanish and Chinese. To these is added another distinct style, a way of elaboration and detail, a way of workmanship, which is markedly Filipino.
Precious because pure ivory from elephant tusks is never in plentiful supply, elegant because of its sheen, texture and incomparable grain, outstanding because of its durability (it does not burn or rot in water), ivory is nevertheless, easy to carve. An ax, an adz, a chisel, a saw, perhaps a lathe or a dentist's drill; these are all the tools necessary in the deft and sure hands of an ivory carver. In the past, as it is today, the most proximate source of ivory for the Philippines is China; the only other source is Africa from where the Spanish artisans of old obtained the ivory they crafted into the exquisite santos that began the tradition of religious imagery in the Philippines.
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I am going to be honest: I have once again found myself in a blogging rut, trying to do everything at once but feeling like I am not really achieving much at all. I am the sort of person that puts mass amounts of pressure on myself when I am passionate about a project, so recently I have been churning out more content and over committing myself to events in a push to get my blog where I want it to be. Despite this effort both my stats and enthusiasm are beginning to dwindle and that is because there is something missing…
I started this blog a year ago as a place to share my experiences, so I could have a space to reflect on the reality of my life if my depression started to take over once again and also so my creativity would not die a death at my day job. Soon I began to see results, and I could not believe that people were connecting with my words. Though still completely amazed that anyone would take the time to stop by and read my ramblings I got lured in by rising numbers and invite opportunities and somehow lost a little of what this space used to be.
I never used to write for anyone except for myself, but comparing myself to others and feeling pressure to increase my following I subconsciously got caught up in the trap of trying to write for other people, losing the fluidity that came from writing from the heart.
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Despite working tirelessly, there has been little growth over the last few months and that is because once again I had forgotten the key point that to be a lifestyle blogger: you actually need to have time for a life.
When I go on the Internet I look for people who are aspirational but also those who have a unique perceptive, however sometimes it is hard to remember these reasons when it comes to my own blog. As the blogging industry gets larger so does the list of unwritten rules which makes you a 'good' blogger. There are also so many blogs out there and pieces of advice that it is extremely difficult not to get caught up in a world of SEO, statistics and followers, however, I have never had a reputation for being good and have always been a bit of a rule breaker so apart from following the basics (like don't be a dick and people on the internet are real), I am going to shy away from the numbers and blogging guides and keep this space uniquely me. I understand that these actions might mean not moving up the ranks as quickly but it will allow me to share my unique perspective of the world, with no boundaries, which was exactly what I intended when I started Emma Inks last year.
A birthday is always time to reflect, and I hope that all made sense. This year has given me so much more than I ever could have dreamt of, and without getting too emotional and ruining my tough gal façade, I want to say a genuine thank you for everyone who has supported, read, commented, tweeted, liked, shared, emailed or taken the time to speak to me – you will never truly know the positive impact you have had, but I will always be thankful for each of you.


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- When did you join Correctional Services?
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The camaraderie between Staff and the flexibility with our roster for family and the other commitments I have.
- What do you think makes Corrections a great place to work?
Correctional Services is a great secure job. It is great to be part of a team and to know they are there for me.
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Since I first started here at Port Lincoln Prison I have seen it grow from having 56 prisoners to 202 prisoners. I have seen the cellblock grow with Units 2&3 and 5&6 added on and Bluefin and Yellowfin units built. 1994 saw the near closure of the Prison with staff cut backs and redundancies offered, thankfully with the support of the community we are here today to see the prison grow.
I have seen the Industries side of the prison that was run by the General Manager and which was a working Prison with a working dairy, a piggery, sheep, crops and a well maintained garden that supplied the Prison with all the vegies. We did our own butchering and baking and whatever extra produce we had left sent to Port Augusta Prison.The majority of prisoners were employed on the farm and the prison ran as a very self-sufficient prison. Changes in management saw the pigs, dairy cows, chickens and a lot of the machinery sold off. The baking stopped and the butchering stopped and they only ran sheep, crops and a garden that did not do so well, they believed we were better off buying egg, vegies and meat etc.This affected the amount of prisoners employed out on the farm, garden and the expanding numbers of prisoners made the unemployment greater in the prison. Now the Industries have been returned to the General Manager's care.
We also had work gangs that would go out and do jobs for the community like beach cleaning, bushfire work gangs with a fire unit, fencing after fires and every Thursday night I would take out a touch football team to play at the high School against community teams. We also had supervised day leaves and 2 prisoners that were employed in the community one prisoner worked on the flower farm, one prisoner working on a local farm and one prisoner attended TAFE.
I was the only Female Correctional Officer on and off over the years and the only female for a long period of time. In the early years we had some of the Officers wives trained as casual or admin staff to help me with the strip searching of female prisoners. Today about one third of all staff are female..
One of the biggest changes I've seen is the commencement of case management and the big role that it now plays in the management of Offenders – from the development of their sentence plan during their imprisonment and their through-care planning for release either to Parole/Home Detention or at the end of their sentence. I have seen the department change from a disciplinarian management era to the Case Management principals of today.
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- What advice would you give to new officers starting out in corrections?
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- What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I enjoy camping, reading, going on cruises and time with family and friends. I spend any free time I have at Coffin Bay at our shack.


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Posted on September 10, 2013, Mike Sharkey Pretty JRPG Child of Light Coming to PC, Too
Remember when Ubisoft either avoided PC altogether or, when it did come to my platform of choice, shackled games to its draconian always-online DRM? Good times! My apologies for slapping you with such heavy-handed sarcasm this early in the morning. Point is, it appears all that is in the past, and Ubisoft is now giving PC plenty of love. The latest surprising example is the gorgeous looking platformer, Child of Light, a JRPG-inspired adventure I assumed was a console exclusive. "Have faith!" Ubisoft appeared to say this morning, revealing Child of Light will be coming to mouse and keyboard, too.
Designed by the creative director of Far Cry 3, Patrick Plourde, Child of Light is meant to look like a living watercolor painting. Based on the trailer below, I'd say Ubisoft Montreal nailed it. Underneath its good looks, it's a platformer that includes a battle system any Final Fantasy fan will instantly recognize. Here's the rundown on the storyline from Ubi:
The Black Queen has stolen the Sun, the Moon and the Stars. You play as Aurora, a young princess with a pure heart whose soul is brought to the kingdom of Lemuria. Embark on a quest to recapture the three sources of light, defeat the Black Queen and restore the kingdom of Lemuria.
No release date just yet beyond TBA 2014. For now, enjoy the announcement trailer:


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GLAM OR SHAM?: Eva Longoria in Georges Hobeika Couture at the 2011 Screen Actors Guild Awards
Eva Longoria is one of the few Hollywood starlets who can go from show to show during Awards Season without missing one glamorous beat. Though each look is new and refreshing (she's no Angelina), they are always stunning, regal and polished. Totes Glamazon material.
At the Golden Globes, she was a veritable black bombshell in a long black gown that hugged her curves perfectly. For the Screen Actors Guild Awards, she pours on the sexy again but this time in a gorgeous stone-hued gown by Georges Hobeika Couture from their Spring 2011 collection.
Even with the plunging neckline, the draped waist and fluid silhouette bring a touch of elegance. Her updo, metallic shimmer and silver accessories (Fred Leighton earrings and Ferragamo clutch) bring the look full circle.
What do you think of her gown? Glam or Sham?
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You have aired two articles about the Santa Monica-based American Assn. of Women in the last four months, labeling them archconservatives. We, the members of the American Assn. of University Women (AAUW) of Santa Monica, want to inform the public that we are in no way connected with that organization. Our members have been embarrassed by inquiries about what we were doing. We would like to request that any time you write an article about the other group, that you include a disclaimer that they are in no way associated with our organization.
The other group gains fame through destroying and finding fault. They claim to be an educational organization, but in fact they are primarily political, with a very small base of support and small grass-roots membership. The American Assn. of University Women is over 100 years old and has a worldwide membership--nearly 180,000 active members in the United States, 28,000 in California.
We in AAUW have a more positive approach and believe in bringing about change in an orderly manner . . . and occasionally have been labeled arch-moderates. Our current action issues include women's work/women's worth, promoting individual liberties, teen advocacy and child care.
The American Assn. of University Women, the oldest, largest national organization of university graduates, has a longstanding commitment to the advancement of women, quality education, community involvement, cultural interests and international relations. Through its Educational Foundation Program, it supports the oldest and largest non-university fellowship fund for women. In February we will present a Restaurant Tour to raise money for scholarships for women.
The most newsworthy action we made in 1987 was to vote to accept men into our traditionally female organization.
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WOW! It seems like this summer is just flying by...
Not only am I taking more masters classes (finally feel like I am making more progress in completing this fun stuff!) but I am also teaching a summer reading and writing program at my school! The kids that I get to work with are of all ages but at the same level. We are reading a book, doing research, practicing free writing, fluency and comprehension. It certainly makes for a quick day of classes, having them for half the day!
We are reading Charlotte's Web aloud, and it is so much cuter then I remembered.
As a special treat at the end of the program we are going to get to watch the movie.
They are so excited for this, let me just put that out there!
While I love reading Charlotte's Web aloud to my class, I personally get a huge kick out of the Junie B. Jones series.
She is HYSTERICAL!
She has the funniest sayings and is super entertaining!
Trying to get back on track with my blogging fun... please forgive me for my sporadic posts!
I will try and get it together, starting NOW!


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Skype yesterday announced SkypeKit SDK, a new set of software tools and APIs (application programming interfaces) that developers can use to port Skype to web-connected devices aside from mobile phones and computers.
SkypeKit is designed to work with a wide variety of chip sets, operating systems, and audio/video devices. Think of SkypeKit as a "headless" version of Skype--that is, it runs invisibly with no user display. That way, developers are free to surface and deliver Skype functionality through their own products' interfaces.
SkypeKit is currently in beta release. Starting June 23, develepoers will be able to sign up for the waiting list to receive an invitation to the SkypeKit Beta Program.


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Since today is only the first day of spring, I thought I could eke out a winter soup recipe. Trader Joe's is still carrying butternut squash already peeled and diced, which really saves time in the kitchen. I'm sure there are more cold days in store for us - so keep this recipe in mind when we get back to a normal March weather!
Butternut Squash and White Bean Stew with Rosemary and Tomatoes
A year in a Vegetarian Kitchen cookbook
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
5 medium garlic cloves, minced
2 15 oz. cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch dice
(about 3 1/2 cups)
1 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
3 cups water
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
freshly ground black pepper
soy parmesan cheese, optional
Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat until simmering. Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes. Add 4 of the minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, and about 1 minute. Add the beans, squash, tomatoes, and water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender, about 30 minutes. Remove the cover and continue to simmer until the stew thickens, about 15 minutes.
While the stew is simmering, stir the rosemary, the remaining minced garlic clove, the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and salt to taste together in a small bowl.
To serve, swirl in the rosemary mixture and sprinkle with soy parmesan – if desired.


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• warning;
• deletion of content;
• temporary deactivation of user account; and
• cancellation (irrevocable deactivation).
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10.6 SADIE NARDINI does not claim ownership of any content created by users and will not supervise such content.
10.7 SADIE NARDINI reserves the right to delete content created by users, such as routes, events or comments without giving reasons. In this event, the user shall be notified and, in the event of a breach of these TERMS, may be sanctioned in accordance with Section 11.
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Please see the separate Privacy Policy available on http://sadienardini.com/privacy-policy/.
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12.3.1 the related use of any hardware, including, but not limited to, (i) the respective smartphone, e.g., in the course of using the feature "measuring pulse", by pressing the photo light for a prolonged period, the user's finger may heat up, (ii) chest straps, and (iii) smartphone dongles;
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12.4 The use of any software or hardware offered by SADIE NARDINI is no substitute for the consultation by the user of a specialized doctor.
12.5 Additionally, SADIE NARDINI does not make any representations or warranties with respect to external links, banners or other information and marketing offers that may be made accessible to the user. Any contractual arrangements entered into between the user and a third party provider, e.g., via linked websites or banners, result in a contractual relationship between such user and the third party provider only. SADIE NARDINI does not make any representations or warranties with respect to products or services of third party providers.
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13.2 Unless required by statutory law, neither SADIE NARDINI nor any of its business affiliates shall be liable for damages resulting from the use of content made accessible through the use of the online platform or other forms of use of the online platform or mobile apps. This also applies to damages resulting from errors, problems, viruses or loss of data.
13.3 Sadienardini.com assumes no liability for downloaded material or material obtained as a consequence of using the Sadienardini.com platform. The Registered User is solely responsible for any damages caused by such materials to his computer system or for information that is lost as a consequence of downloading materials from the Sadienardini.com platform.
13.4 The Registered User is exclusively liable for any claims of lawsuits of any kind in any way derived from or related to conflicts with other users. The Registered User acknowledges and accepts that Sadienardini.com will not, under any circumstances, be liable for the acts and omissions of other users, including the damages associated with such acts or omissions.
14.1 The user shall indemnify SADIE NARDINI for all claims raised by third parties as a result of an infringement of their rights by the user in connection with content uploaded to the Sadienardini.com platform by such user or as a result of any other usage by such user of applications available from SADIE NARDINI. The user shall bear the costs of any legal proceedings, in which SADIE NARDINI may be involved in connection with such claims, including all court costs and attorney's fees to the extent permitted by law, unless the user was not at fault in causing such infringement.
14.2 In the event that a claim is brought by a third party, the user shall promptly, truthfully and completely make available to SADIE NARDINI all information available to such user that may be necessary to verify such claim and defend against it. Any additional claims for damages that SADIE NARDINI may be entitled to bring against the user shall not be affected.
15.1 SADIE NARDINI reserves the right to amend these TERMS from time to time for a number of reasons including, without limitation, for commercial reasons, to comply with applicable law or regulations, or for customer service-reasons. At any time, the then-current version of these TERMS is available for viewing on the Sadienardini.com platform.
15.2 Changes to these TERMS, other than changes to Section 3 require the consent of the respective user, to whom the changed TERMS shall apply. If SADIE NARDINI intends to implement such changes to these TERMS, SADIE NARDINI will give the user as much prior notice of such changes as possible. Such notice shall be made (i) via email to the email address the user previously supplied, (ii) on the relevant pages of the Sadienardini.com platform, or (iii) on any other device through which the user accesses the SADIE NARDINI services. We may invite the user to accept the new TERMS by clicking "yes" or "I accept", checking a "tick box" or any other similar method of confirmation. Any such modifications will take effect within thirty days of publication.
15.3 In the event that the user does not consent to the changed TERMS, it shall not be permitted to any further use of the Sadienardini.com platform.
15.4 Following amendment of the TERMS, the continued use of SADIE NARDINI's offering following the notification or, as the case may be, expiration of such thirty days-period, by any registered user shall be deemed user's consent to the amended TERMS.
15.5 Subject to Sections 17.1 to 17.4, any changes to these TERMS must be made in writing. No ancillary oral arrangements exist.


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DC Circulator to Modify Service for the State of the Union Address on Tuesday, January 30
The State of the Union Address will lead to road closures affecting the Union Station-Navy Yard Metro route. To accommodate the event, the following service changes will be in effect starting at 3 pm on Tuesday, January 30:
Road closures around the U.S. Capitol will impact bus service on 1st Street NE/SE. The Circulator will detour to utilize 4th Street NE/SE and 6th Street NE/SE to connect Pennsylvania Avenue to Constitution Avenue. The following stops will not be served:
- Maryland Ave NE / 1st St. (U.S. Capitol) [Southbound]
- Independence Ave. SE / 2nd St. [Southbound]
- Pennsylvania Ave. SE / 5th St. [Southbound]
- Independence Ave. SE/1st St. [Northbound]
- 1st St. NE/Maryland Ave. (Supreme Court) [Northbound]
Regular service on the route will resume on Wednesday, January 31.
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Bicycle Nova Scotia Launches Senior "Women on Wheels" Cycling Project
For Immediate Release June 25th, 2015 Halifax, NS_ Bicycle Nova Scotia is excited launch a program that will focus on building the bicycle skills of senior women in Nova Scotia. Over the summer and early fall of 2015, BNS will be working in 5-8 communities across Nova Scotia to encourage senior women to bicycle with the goal of establishing weekly rides. "It is a wonderful opportunity for women who already bicycle to build confidence in their cycling skills," says Project Coordinator, Lynne Pascoe. "We are also focused on encouraging women who have not bicycled in the past to join in, have fun and become comfortable with cycling as a form of exercise and building community." Bicycle Nova Scotia's goal is ...Continue Reading


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If you run a local bricks-and-mortar business, the most important online marketing you may ever do is claiming your local business listings. In fact, if you don't claim your listings, someone else could--and that might be a disastrous thing for your business.
There are a ton of business directories online. Not all of them are all they're cracked up to be. You'll probably want to stick to the most popular ones-the well-trafficked and most valuable directories for citation purposes. Those sites are listed at CinchLocal under the heading "Best Local Directory Citation Sites."Advertisements
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In general, if you stick with the top 10 directories listed on that list, then you'll be off to a good start. The most important thing is to claim your listings and to ensure they provide searchers with accurate information about your business.


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By Karan Patel (Simple Complex Continuity)
Tintin – All aboard the KARABOUDJAN!!
The long, long wait was finally over! I heard the news around a year back about a possibility of a series of Tintin movies based on the comic and I got goosebumps reading about it. Usually such news is followed by disappointment. ("The movie probably won't do justice to the book.")
Such an incredibly huge legacy, maybe a boring hype to go along with it, but wait, what?
Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson are going to be directing this together?
Ok, this should be the bomb.
I have probably read each and every Tintin a gazillion times back in the day and know the characters, text, illustrations, humor, plots, minute details like the fact that every Tintin has exactly 62 pages except Tintin and the Lake of Sharks because it was the only one made for an animation movie, and not to be read as a book… and all sorts of trivia, in and out, so my excitement was rocketing through the highest utopia in space that could be possible.
The movie is an adaptation of two of Herge's books: The Secret Of The Unicorn and The Crab With The Golden Claws.
I am not going to talk about the story here, simply because this is a movie review of an age-old comic. The blend of these two books was unusual because they do not have a link between them. Steven Spielberg did a mindblowing job at connecting these two stories and since this was the first movie out, it was great to bring out the introduction of Tintin and Captain Haddock.
There were some outstanding features which I'd like to talk about:
The opening credits animation – you know you are in for a thrill if the first few minutes set you in an awe. All the fight sequences were incredible and you can clearly see Peter Jackson's touch in them. The actors were just phenomenal, right from Daniel Craig who played Sacharine to the blundering Thomson and Thompsons (Simon Pegg and Nick Frost). Snowy looks as cute as he does in the book. Captain Haddock, played by Andy Serkis was spot on! The sets created for the fictional city of Bagghar were a drool for the eye.
Above all, a big THANK YOU to Herge (Georges Remi)!
Rating : 4/5


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Its been a while since our last post. I'd like to say its because we've been busy celebrating our triumphant victory, or working on our top secret project, or something other than the truth.
Yes, we blew our head gasket early on in Reno, and we haven't really done much since.
But Willows is fast approaching.
Our mostly-employed team is ready to spend some quality time on the car.
We have to beat I Wanna Roc.
There's far too much Tecate and PBR at the local Safeway.
Huey Newis is getting back to work.
See you in Willows, Nov 20-22!
Well, how did it go?
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Right-hander Jose Campos underwent Tommy John surgery yesterday, the Yankees announced. He was said to be out with elbow inflammation, but obviously it was more serious than that. Campos is on the 40-man roster, so his spot will essentially be unusable like Manny Banuelos' last year.
Campos, 21, had a 3.41 ERA (3.11 FIP) in 87 closely-monitored innings for Low-A Charleston last season. He missed most of 2012 with a fracture in his elbow. Campos barely pitched in Spring Training and the Yankees were said to be taking it slow with him early this year, but I have to think the elbow's been an issue for a few weeks now. You don't just wake up one day and have Tommy John surgery. Oh well, see you next year, Jose.


text: Marana, Arizona - Tim Clark, the last remaining South African in the competition, bowed out with a five-and-three defeat to Englishman Ian Poulter in the Match Play Championship, a World Golf Championship event on Saturday. Clark came up against match play master Poulter, and although the South African conceded the hole on the 16th, he put up a credible challenge. A heavy underdog for the round three last-16 clash, Clark was all square after the sixth hole, with the pair trading a win each. Poulter turned up the heat from the par-four seventh with three wins in a row to close out the nine three-up. Clark lost the par-four 12th to a birdie from Poulter and faced a four-down deficit with six to play. Two halves followed on 13 and 14, before the Englishman hit his approach on the par-three 15th inside 10 feet. Needing a birdie to force Poulter to hole his putt, Clark came up short of the putting surface and could not hole his second. Before Poulter began to line up his putt, Clark conceded the hole, and with it the match. Poulter went on later in the day to win his match against American Steve Stricker to advance to the semi-finals.Scores on Saturday in the World Golf Championships Match Play Championship:Quarter-finalsMatt Kuchar (USA) bt Robert Garrigus (USA) 3 and 2Ian Poulter (ENG) bt Steve Stricker (USA) 3 and 2Jason Day (AUS) bt Graeme McDowell (NIR) 1-upHunter Mahan (USA) bt Webb Simpson (USA) 1-upThird roundJones BracketGraeme McDowell (NIR) bt Shane Lowry (IRL) 3 and 2Jason Day (AUS) bt Bubba Watson (USA) 4 and 3Hogan BracketRobert Garrigus (USA) bt Fredrik Jacobson (SWE) 3 and 1Matt Kuchar (USA) bt Nicolas Colsaerts (BEL) 4 and 3Player BracketWebb Simpson (USA) bt Gonzalo Fernandez-Castano (ESP) 2-upHunter Mahan (USA) bt Martin Kaymer (GER) 5 and 4Snead BracketSteve Stricker (USA) bt Scott Piercy (USA) 1-upIan Poulter (ENG) bt Tim Clark (RSA) 5 and 3


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By: IOL Motoring Staff
Port Elizabeth - Volkswagen's Polo Vivo has been a sales phenomenon ever since it hit the scene over four years ago as a repositioned and refreshed version of the previous Polo model. For the relatively small trade-off of driving around in an older-generation car, South Africans were essentially given a high quality and locally-built compact car for a bit less than they'd otherwise have been charged for one. To date just over 149 500 South Africans have voted for it with their wallets.
Now VWSA is freshening it up with some subtle exterior updates as well as new derivatives and features to keep it competitive until, well, who knows when it'll eventually be replaced?
The biggest styling changes take place at the front end where the headlights have a new inner design and a lower chrome strip that lines up with the new chrome insert that runs along the bottom of the grille. The Trendline and Comfortline grades (the latter being new to the range) also boast colour coded exterior mirrors and door handles. On that note those mirrors are of a new and more streamlined design.
Inside the basic design remains with its conservative Germanic lines and soft touchy-feely plastics that you wouldn't otherwise expect at this price point, but VWSA has jazzed things up with some new interior fabric designs as well as a redesigned instrument cluster with red and white illumination and a new gearshift lever.
1.4 55kW Conceptline: This is the new entry-level grade, which gains additional standard features in the form of remote central locking, an alarm and ABS brakes. As per the previous entry model, air conditioning and power steering are standard, but you'll have to wind the windows up and down with your own elbow grease as well as adjust the mirrors manually and if you want an audio system you'll have to pay extra for that.
1.4 55kW Blueline: The most efficient model in the range adds 15-inch 'Lakeside' alloy wheels with lower-rolling-resistance tyres, a rear spoiler and suspension lowered by 7mm.
1.4 63kW & 1.6 77kW Trendline: This model offers you extra power and the option of automatic transmission (1.4 only). While it loses the goodies found in the Blueline, it does gain some luxury features. Compared to the Conceptline, Trendline adds front electric windows, a height-adjustable driver's seat and a four-speaker audio system with MP3/CD/USB/SD Card reading capability and Bluetooth connectivity.
1.6 77kW Comfortline: Opt for the 'luxury' model in the range and you gain two extra speakers, front foglights and 15-inch 'Sinalma' alloy wheels.
1.6 77kW GT: The 'sporty' Vivo - now a five-door since VW has discontinued the three-door body style - sets the scene with blingy features like 'Rocket' seat trim, a leather steering wheel with aluminium inserts, front sports seats, a rear spoiler, 15-inch 'Cordoba' alloys and lowered suspension.
1.6 77kW Maxx: The 'bush baby' of the line-up comes with raised suspension, 17-inch 'Budapest' alloy wheels and Anthracite/Black/Pearl Grey seat trim.
Choose between Pure White, Deep Black Pearlescent, Reflex Silver, Urano Grey, Titanium Beige and Flash Red.
Nothing changes here. Given its positioning as an entry-level model the Polo Vivo does not get the new range of turbopetrol engines fitted to the latest Polo, instead soldiering on with VW's range of proven 1.4- and 1.6-litre normally aspirated petrol variants.
The 1.4-litre engine is available in 55kW and 63kW states of tune, with both producing a rather decent 132Nm of torque. VW claims a combined cycle consumption of 6.2 litres per 100km for all versions barring the Blueline (5.8) and Tiptronic auto (6.9). Against the clock the 55kW Polo Vivo will get to 100km/h in 12.9 seconds and the 63kW will take 12.2, according to VW.
The more effortless 1.6-litre offers 77kW and 155Nm, with a claimed 10.6-second 0-100km/h sprint and 6.6 l/100km combined consumption.
Five-door hatch:
1.4 55 kW Conceptline - R142 700
1.4 55 kW Blueline - R148 000
1.4 63 kW Trendline - R157 500
1.4 63 kW Trendline AT - R172 800
1.6 77 kW Trendline - R171 500
1.6 77 kW Comfortline - R177 200
1.6 77kW GT - R177 200
1.6 77kW Maxx - R180 900
Four-door sedan:
1.4 55 kW Conceptline - R148 700
1.4 55 kW Blueline - R154 000
1.4 63 kW Trendline - R163 500
1.4 63 kW Trendline AT - R178 800
1.6 77 kW Trendline - R169 300
1.6 77 kW Comfortline - R177 500
The standard warranty is valid for three-years or 120 000km and a five-year/60 000km service or maintenance plan is available as an option.


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Why Your Buyer Personas Are Obsolete
We have seen a tremendous rise in the interest and use of buyer personas since 2002. The year I first introduced the methodology for creating buyer personas specifically for marketing and sales. It will serve no purpose to rehash how much buyers have changed since then. You know this already.
The new reality is buyers will keep changing – at an accelerated pace. Just when we thought, we have caught up, out comes new technology and processes destined to change buyers forever. This means the buyer personas you have already developed can be potentially obsolete.
In recent and past engagements, I have witnessed buyer personas used which have very little resemblance to the buyers of today. The new reality of buyer personas is that they can be obsolete for a number of reasons. Let us look at just a few:
Your Business Model Has Changed
I doubt your business has stood unchanged in the past few years. Have you made acquisitions? Have you introduced new pricing structures? Have you centralized or decentralized? There are number of ways a business can change.
You Have Launched New Products
The launching of new products is usually fraught with risks. Buyer personas can be a big help in aligning marketing and sales around a launch. Are you using buyer personas developed before the launch of new products?
You Have Entered New Markets
Global expansion has become the norm. The desire to expand into new verticals and new frontiers beckons every business. Have you expanded into new geographic or vertical markets? Are you still using the same buyer personas before expansion?
Your Buyer's Behaviors Have Changed
I know. I mentioned above you already know this. However, let me ask. Do you know how they have changed specifically for your business? For example, you know buyers today are more social savvy. Nevertheless, do you know how their buying behavior towards your business has changed because of this?
You Developed Buyer Personas Without Buyer Research
If you developed buyer personas independent of conducting any qualitative buyer research, do not think you can count these. (True story: I was invited to look at buyer personas developed by a marketing team; I asked how were they developed? They responded they had a beer and pizza night and crafted them that night. I am hundred percent sure these do not count as buyer personas.)
You Did Not Get An Unfiltered View
We already know that buyers today spend up to 70% of the buying process without the help of a sales representative. Thus, I have an important question for you to ponder. What makes us think buyers will be more forthcoming if an assigned company individual from marketing or sales conducts the buyer interviews? My experience in conducting qualitative buyer research tells me they will be less so. To get true unfiltered buyer insights takes more qualitative research expertise today than ever before. This is due to less relational interaction and more digital interaction. The biggest difference in quality versus poor buyer personas is the amount of investment made in third party qualitative buyer research.
Your Buyer Personas Do Not Tell The Whole Story
Are you buyer personas limited to a picture and a description that reads like a job posting? If so, you are missing the critical story about your buyers. What are their goals? What trigger events cause them to act? What does their buyer's journey look like? Lacking answers to these questions means your buyer personas are pretty pictures at best.
What To Do If Your Buyer Personas Are Obsolete
After an honest assessment, you have determined your buyer personas are obsolete. (To help you get started, I am providing a buyer persona assessment tool here based on the factors mentioned above.) What should you do? Here are a few steps you can take:
Identify The Right Targets
Take a hard look at how any of the factors above may have changed ideal segment and buyer understanding.
Do The Right Level Of Research
I have a strong point of view on this. Buyer personas are only valuable if based on qualitative buyer research. Given the complexity of an evolving digital world affecting buyer behavior, third party QR expertise is the path towards deeper buyer understanding.
Make Your Buyer Personas Relevant To Strategy
Buyer personas are designed to inform customer, buyer, marketing and sales strategy. I have seen many buyer personas created at the tactical level, for example in lead generation or content marketing, but not strategically. Although we have seen a rise in the use of buyer personas, an unintended consequence is they have disappeared from the boardroom where they once lived. For CMO's reading this article, you can bring them back to life in the boardroom.
Design To Meet Needs Of Intended Users
Build and customize your buyer personas to meet the needs of different audiences. They will be of a big help to those using buyer personas tactically for demand generation, content marketing, lead nurturing, and sales.
Rewards Can Be Great
I have worked with organizations over the past couple of years whereby buyer personas were refreshed with a new deeper round of qualitative buyer research. The rewards can be magnificent. Defined strategies, informed lead nurturing programs, higher conversion ratios, and improved revenue performance.
The quote from Burton Richter is meaningful. It is easy to starve the future when we have pressing needs in the present – like hitting next quarter's target. Conducting qualitative buyer research, understood through buyer personas, is an investment into the future. Not doing so can lead to what Burton Richter states – obsolescence and stagnation.
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A new constitution has finally been ratified after years of disputes and delays in Nepal. It will be divided into seven federal provinces, a move aimed at devolving power from the capital Kathmandu. But some ethnic groups say the division leaves them under-represented in parliament. They include the Madhesi and Tharu ethnic minorities, who mainly live in the southern plains along the border with India. Its the first constitution drafted by representatives of the people. In the past, constitutions were either written by the monarch or by a committee selected by the king or queen.
Letz analyse it !!!
Some Features of the Nepali Constitution !!
In terms of its letter and rhetoric, the new constitution embraces principles such as federalism, secularism, inclusiveness and republicanism. The charter also addresses key concerns of almost all political actors. From that point of view, it is a more modern constitution, which, in principle, aims to promote the participation of all Nepalis in governing the country.
- It has the provision of a bicameral legislation.
- The lower house or the house of representatives will have 375 members and the upper house has 60 members.
- The constitution has 37 divisions, 304 articles and 7 annexes.
- The seven provinces will be finalised by a high-level commission within a year.
- It has incorporated a radical provision Article 18 that states: "All citizens shall be equal before the law. No person shall be denied the equal protection and benefit of the laws. There shall be no discrimination in the application of general laws on grounds of religion, race, origin, caste, tribe, gender, sexual orientation, physical conditions, health conditions, physical impairment, matrimonial status, pregnancy, economic condition, language or geographical region or ideology and such other matters." Thus becoming first constitution in South Asia, speaking about rights of sexual minorities.
- Article 42, titled Right to Social Justice, specifically includes "gender and sexual minorities."
- Article 12 addresses citizenship "based on lineage and gender identity." "Each citizen shall be provided with (a) Nepali citizenship certificate based on lineage of the mother or father along with gender identity,"
What are the flaws?
- There are specifics in the charter which are either regressive or have not been fully thrashed out. For example, it privileges men when it comes to conferring citizenship and further restricts the rights of women, including those granted by previous constitutions.
- It also lacks specifics in terms of local elections and federal demarcation.
- These are very critical issues that will resurface once the constitution is promulgated. And we can only hope that critics will resort to peaceful means of dissent in both instances such as using the courts for remedies.
Why this second- class treatment to Nepali women?
- The main argument the three main political parties use is that they don't want men from neighboring countries such as India and China marrying Nepali women and causing unwanted population growth which they view as some sort of threat to national security.
Smaller opposition parties rejected the new constitution in a joint statement, and announced a nationwide general strike on Sunday. Why do they object to the document?
- 25 members of the Constituent Assembly (CA) voted against the charter, and 66 abstained out of a total of 598 CA members. This means that 507 members supported the adoption of the bill.
- The 25 members who voted against the charter represent the Hindu extremist right wing that wants Nepal to become a Hindu nation and not a secular one.
- Those who abstained, on the other hand, did not want to participate in a constitutional process which failed to give a voice to the Tharu and the Madhesi ethnic communities who predominantly reside in the country's southern plains bordering India. These small parties demand either a separate province for these groups or recognition in the form of certain privileges awarded to them in the federal provinces or in the south.
- Given the amount of people this 66 CA members represent, their abstention means that a very significant block of Nepalis chose not to take part in the vote.
Why are the Madhesis and Tharus protesting ?
- Minority Madhesi and Tharus groups, living in plains – the Terai region -- just across the borders of UP and Bihar are protesting, over making country a seven-province federal structure.
What are India's concerns ?
- Urging Kathmandu to address differences and concerns of a section of its population through dialogue free from violence and intimidation and in an institutionalised manner, the MEA statement said only that process would enable a broad-based ownership and acceptance of the constitution.
- India believes that the Nepali political leaders didn't exercise the flexibility to bring on board all regions and sections of society.
- Therefore, the assessment in the security establishment in Delhi is that the process could sow the seeds for future instability, right across the open border.
- Last year, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Constituent Assembly in Kathmandu, he said the constitution should be such that people from Himal, Pahad and Terai can own it. He reiterated this message during a second visit, and categorically gave a call for a consensus-based constitution.
- Another factor upsetting New Delhi is the disinformation campaign under way in Nepal that India had instigated the Madhes movement.
Moral of the Story :-
I think Nepal will remain at a crossroads. I don't see how the new charter will bring stability in the near term as this will depend on getting the Tharu and the Madhesi politicians and their constituencies on board - probably with promises that the very first amendment of the constitution will address their demands.


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Quantum Corporation and VIEX Capital Advisors Sign Agreement to Reconstitute Quantum Board to Consist of a Majority of New Directors
PR Newswire – March 3, 2017
SAN JOSE, Calif., March 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Quantum Corp. (NYSE: QTM) today announced that it has reached an agreement with VIEX Capital Advisors, LLC, which owns approximately 11 percent of outstanding shares of Quantum's common stock, to reconstitute the Quantum board of directors with a majority of new, independent directors over the next several months. Specifically, Quantum has committed to identify, within the next 90 days and subject to VIEX's approval, three new, independent and qualified directors to be appointed to the board following the company's fiscal 2016 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on March 31, 2017 (the "2016 Annual Meeting").
Quantum and VIEX have agreed that the new independent directors will be appointed as soon as possible after the 2016 Annual Meeting in accordance with a specific vetting and approval process outlined below. The new directors will be part of a seven-person slate of nominees presented to stockholders for election to the board later this year at the fiscal 2017 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the "2017 Annual Meeting") to be held in August 2017. In addition to the new directors, the nominees at the 2017 Annual Meeting will be current board members Paul Auvil III, Gregg Powers and Clifford Press, and new board member Raghavendra Rau. With Mr. Rau and three new independent directors joining what will be a seven-person board, the company will have a reconstituted board consisting of a majority of new directors. The company has committed to hold the 2017 Annual Meeting not later than Aug. 31, 2017.
Paul Auvil III, chairman of the board, stated, "We are pleased to have reached an agreement with VIEX that we collectively believe will help us deliver long-term value to all Quantum stockholders and reinforces the company's position as a reliable long-term partner for its customers. As we continue to focus on executing against our strategic plan, which has driven strong financial results in our current fiscal year, we look forward to reconstituting our board with new, highly qualified, independent directors to help us work cooperatively towards accelerating our positive momentum and building a bright future for our stockholders."
Eric Singer, founder and managing member of VIEX, stated, "With this agreement, we believe that the company will have the broad-base support of stockholders that we believe is integral to maximizing value. VIEX has been laser-focused on enhancing stockholder value and appreciates that the company agrees the best way forward is to reconstitute the board with a majority of new directors. We appreciate the constructive involvement of Gregg and Paul and have full confidence that they, together with the other members of the reconstituted board, will be fully aligned with stockholders. We look forward to working with the reconstituted board to leverage Quantum's inherent strengths and industry-leading positions to take advantage of market dynamics and build on its momentum."
The 2016 Annual Meeting
Quantum and VIEX have agreed that stockholders will get to vote to elect the following seven individuals at the 2016 Annual Meeting:
Current board members
- Paul Auvil III, chairman
- Jon Gacek, president and CEO
- Gregg Powers
- Clifford Press
- David Roberson
New members
- John Mutch
- Raghavendra Rau
Current Quantum board members Robert Andersen, Louis DiNardo, Dale Fuller and David Krall will not stand for re-election at the 2016 Annual Meeting. As part of the agreement, VIEX will vote all of its shares in favor of all seven of the board's nominees at the 2016 Annual Meeting.
Mr. Auvil added, "On behalf of the board, I also would like to thank Robert Andersen, Louis DiNardo, Dale Fuller and David Krall for their many contributions and dedication to Quantum over the past several years."
Appointment of Three New Independent Directors
In addition, under the terms of the agreement, the Quantum board immediately will retain Korn Ferry International to commence a search for three new, independent and qualified directors. The primary focus will be recruiting and appointing new directors who possess data storage expertise, including at least one new director who has cloud storage software experience. Further, the company will seek to add at least one new director who is qualified to serve as chair of the board's Audit Committee and one director who is qualified to serve on the Leadership and Compensation Committee. These directors ultimately will replace three of the directors being nominated for election at the 2016 Annual Meeting.
Director Selection Process
Quantum and VIEX have agreed to a specific process for the selection and appointment of the three new directors, as follows.
- Messrs. Powers and Press will run the selection process and will be responsible for interviewing the director candidates.
- Messrs. Powers and Press will consult with Mr. Auvil once they have agreed on a candidate that meets the identified criteria.
- Following that consultation, Messrs. Powers and Press will notify VIEX about a selected candidate and provide an opportunity for VIEX to interview him/her and decide whether to approve the candidate for presentation to the full board. VIEX will not unreasonably withhold its consent.
- Upon VIEX's approval, a candidate will be presented to the full board for review and approval, and the directors will have an opportunity to meet the candidate in advance.
- If approved by the full board, the candidate will be appointed as a director immediately.
- The new directors as they are elected will replace Messrs. Mutch, Gacek and Roberson in that order. Mr. Gacek will remain president and CEO.
Timing of Appointment of New Directors
Quantum and VIEX have agreed that two of the new independent directors shall be seated no later than 60 days following the date of the settlement agreement and that the third new independent director shall be seated no later than 90 days following the date of the settlement agreement.
The 2017 Annual Meeting
Quantum has committed to hold the 2017 Annual Meeting in August 2017 and agreed to not delay the 2017 Annual Meeting past Aug. 31, 2017. At the 2017 Annual Meeting, stockholders will have the opportunity to vote for the election of the reconstituted board.
VIEX Standstill Agreement
Subject to earlier termination under certain circumstances, VIEX has agreed to standstill provisions through the next two Quantum annual meetings: the 2016 Annual Meeting to be held on March 31, 2017 and the 2017 Annual Meeting to be held in August 2017. After the 2017 Annual Meeting, the VIEX standstill will expire.
The full text of the agreement between Quantum and VIEX will be included as an exhibit to a current report on Form 8-K, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Quantum stockholders are not required to take any action at this time.


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The role of packaging in building your brand
Attracting consumers to your product can be very difficult in a marketplace where everyone is screaming for attention. Brands that win are those that stop consumers in their tracks, grabbing their attention, building brand buzz and increasing sales opportunities.
It is critical to make an impression to stop a consumer in an aisle, but it is equally critical to be able to communicate the benefits and facts that the customer wants. The packaging and labels influence the brand identity; considering the importance placed on the packaging, it is not surprising that a great deal of research is spent on motivational research, color testing, typography, psychological manipulation, in order to ascertain how the majority of consumers will react to a new package.
Whether you're a classic, modern, contemporary brand or Eco-friendly, or luxury brand; package design and development speaks the language of your brand identity. Here you can really communicate the true identity of your brand and attract your direct consumer.
For example, in the case of Pringles, made by Procter & Gamble, a package had to be designed that would protect a very delicate product. It was the first potato chips package in the saddle shape and the cylindrical can.
Another example is Ladurée famous for their Macarons. The beautiful and smart packaging indicates the brand identity of this French luxury bakery house. The soft pastel colors and feminine luxury package automatically attracts the buyer and makes the experience more desirable.
For building a successful brand, invest in the package design and development; make sure the label, colour, typography, shape and design are the 'right' package for your brand identity.