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Hitachino Nest Nipponia - Kiuchi Brewery
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Reviews by corby112:
2.68/5 rDev -30.7%
look: 2.5 | smell: 2 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 2.5
Pours a slightly cloudy, pale golden orange color with apricot colored edges and a minimal thin head that quickly dissapears. Almost still until given an aggressive pour.
Slightly floral, grassy hop aroma that's somewhat stale at this point. Hints of grass, straw and hay but there isn't a very strong hop presence. Subtle spiciness along with pale malt, bread and biscuit. Underneath, there is a little bit of light fruit and pilsner malt.
Lighter bodied wih a bit more of a crisp, spicy hop bite than the aroma suggests. Still subtle with earthy grass and bitter, dry pine needle. There's a decent amount of dryness followed by a pilsner malt backbone with a touch of light fruit sweetness. Some bread/yeast in there as well along with biscuit and a subtle cracker-y malt character.
Serving type: bottle
11-17-2013 01:35:43 | More by corby112
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3.79/5 rDev -2.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 3.75
(purchased at Binny's Beverage, Marcey, CHI - bottle code NI.13.10 - poured into a balloon)
A: fairly clear, orange gold in color... good inch of frothy foam on the pour, falls quick, leaving a thin cap and island of medium-sized bubbles
S: (by now) classic Hitachino fruity yeast profile... not much in the way out front of quintessential Sorachi Ace aromas, maybe a faint trace in the back... fresh 8.5"x11" printer paper... juicy pineapple, orange/lemon zest
T: quite faded Sorachi on the edges... mild spicy bitterness, faint peppery notes in the back... mellow attack of flavors but, nevertheless, vibrant essences of citrus peel... not getting much discernible malt flavor or sweetness - any sweetness, and there's not a ton, seems to be hop/yeast derived - this is fairly dry (and old)
M: smooth and slightly rounded up top, kind of flat with light friction across the tongue on the bottom... what I've come to expect from an age-ed HN
O: other than marketing, I don't understand why you would feature an indigenous malt and hide its potential unique nuances with such distinct yeast characteristics and Sorachi Ace hops on top of that - this ends up tasting like the lot of their light-colored beers (not that that's a bad thing!)... drinking yet another one of these just convinces me that I have to trade for fresher West Coast bottles or visit this place
Serving type: bottle
07-28-2014 02:50:46 | More by Bouleboubier
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
07-27-2014 21:03:39 | More by DrBier
3.25/5 rDev -16%
07-21-2014 09:19:55 | More by mrjez
3.25/5 rDev -16%
07-13-2014 03:10:15 | More by KAF
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
07-08-2014 00:03:38 | More by Nunya
4/5 rDev +3.4%
06-26-2014 03:05:10 | More by patre_tim
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4/5 rDev +3.4%
06-19-2014 21:58:44 | More by markgugs
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
06-06-2014 19:25:41 | More by Dicers
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
06-04-2014 21:02:04 | More by CraigTravor
4/5 rDev +3.4%
05-22-2014 18:13:24 | More by afsdan
3/5 rDev -22.5%
05-04-2014 06:59:37 | More by TheFoodAlchemist
3.9/5 rDev +0.8%
look: 2.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4
12oz bottle into a pint glass.
Pours a clear dark gold but just a tiny bit of lacing and not really any head at all.
The Sorachi Ace hops are quite powerful in the aroma and there is also a slight earthy/oaky character. I'm assuming this is from the hops as well. Pretty intersting.
The flavor has a lot more complexity than I was expecting. That same dank/citrus hop note along with a stronger note of oak and vanilla; almost like this was wood aged. Not clean at all like a pilsner but more like an aged ale. Moderate bitterness and a pretty clean finish.
Overall, this is a very intersting beer. The wood/vanilla notes are unique and I love Sorachi Ace hops. A different, but well put together beer.
Serving type: bottle
04-11-2014 02:49:12 | More by rangerred
3.5/5 rDev -9.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Bottle marked NI.13.03 at 44 degrees into pilsner glass
Aroma of a weiss/hefeweizen; phenolic, slight coriander
Head large (5 cm), white, creamy, mostly quickly diminishing into 3 mm layer
Lacing good – partial ring of small bubbles
Body medium yellow, hazy
Flavor begins like a weak slightly sweet weiss with more citrus than coriander flavor; no malt, no alcohol, no diacetyl, no hop bitterness found. Flavor ends quickly with no aftertaste.
Palate light to medium, watery, soft carbonation
An odd take on a pilsner – not clean and crisp but a more complicated flavor, probably from the Sorachi Ace hops. To me, this has more characteristics of a hefeweizen/weissbier than a pilsner. Not a bad beer, but not what I was expecting from a pilsner.
Serving type: bottle
03-26-2014 14:01:12 | More by Ozzylizard
4.25/5 rDev +9.8%
02-05-2014 04:14:58 | More by shigg85
3.8/5 rDev -1.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75
a - hay-colored body, light two finger head that sticks around. good heavy lacing.
s - pils malts, sorachi hops creaminess
t - tastes significantly different. creamy bread in the front, pils malts in the back. I picked up a raw salmon taste. not fishy, just subtly like sashimi
m - medium bitterness, watery, astringent carbonation
o - a good pilsner (imperial) overall. I enjoyed the creaminess of it, while still being crisp. easy to drink.
Serving type: bottle
01-30-2014 08:45:52 | More by wildlife
3.5/5 rDev -9.6%
01-05-2014 06:14:23 | More by Allurex
3.33/5 rDev -14%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.5
Beautiful golden orange amber color. Not much of a head. Has a nice fresh citrusy smell. Tastes pretty good. Combination of malty sweet with some tiny bit of bitterness. Very balanced between the citrus and the hop. Not a heavy beer but refreshing. Nice beer.
Serving type: bottle
12-28-2013 06:00:45 | More by Richardbeerlover
3.5/5 rDev -9.6%
12-01-2013 18:49:36 | More by twenty5
4.28/5 rDev +10.6%
look: 3 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
Poured a cloudy golden body with a thin ring of foam, no real head to speak of, that reced to nothing, leaving no lacing. Not the best appearance, but decent enough. Scents of lemon, sweet spices, especially nutmeg and some slight cinnamon, pear, pale malt, yeasty bread, some floral aromas, and some grassy and hay-like aromas. Very complex for a pilsner, even an Imperial pilsner, with a lot going on, some of it very Belgian-like, other aromas very much true to pilsner form. The hops and yeast they use in this give it a very pleasant, complex aroma. Flavor begins with bitter lemon and other citrus rind that are sustained throughout, moves into some floral hops, spicy yeast flavors, some sweet pale malt and some hints of oak and vanilla in the middle of the sip. Finish is quite dry and spicy with a zesty, bitter and spicy aftertaste. Its a good flavor, very refreshing, bold, citrusy and spicy. Very different from other Imperial pilsners, with a lot of Belgian style spice and some unique citrus and flora hop flavors. Very well done. Mouthfeel is medium bodied with moderate carbonation and a somewhat drying mouthfeel. Quite good, the drying feeling makes you want to sip more and the body and carbonation encourage sipping. Overall this is a very good Imperial pilsner. Its unique, using a distinctly Japanese hop variety to add some nice spicy, citrusy flavors that balance the sweet pale malt. Its aroma is also distinct and quite spicy like a Belgian, giving it complexity you don't usually suspect from any form of pilsner. Very good, highly recommended.
Serving type: bottle
11-30-2013 06:49:25 | More by Auraan
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
09-27-2013 22:16:11 | More by SteeleWright
New Jersey
4/5 rDev +3.4%
09-21-2013 13:31:16 | More by InspectorBob
4/5 rDev +3.4%
09-11-2013 22:30:23 | More by Jame515
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
09-09-2013 00:26:03 | More by dmorgan310
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
07-18-2013 22:20:21 | More by jheezee
Hitachino Nest Nipponia from Kiuchi Brewery
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Everything's Coming Up Daisy
14 comments:
- La Maison Fou said...
That is great! I always think remakes become their own films.... even if they are remakes!
- November 17, 2010 at 5:37 PM
- Cristina @FUJI FILES said...
I LOVE everything Leo does so, super excited about this!
xx Cristina
- November 17, 2010 at 5:50 PM
- Shannon of ** Happiness Is...** said...
Love this casting! Oh Baz does amazing re-makes... remember Romeo & Juliet! Can't wait :) xo
- November 17, 2010 at 5:53 PM
- Teresa at Splendid Sass said...
My favorite book and author of all time. He has his hands full or he will have to answer to the Fitzgerald worshipers.
I can't imagine that it wouldn't be wonderful.
- November 17, 2010 at 6:53 PM
- Paula Puryear Martin is said...
Oh, yeah, they will. I don't always love Leo, but I do always love him in a period piece. And Carey Mulligan can almost do no wrong in my book (I say almost because Wall Street 2 wasn't my fave, but that really wasn't her fault).
- November 17, 2010 at 8:18 PM
- Alice Olive said...
It won't be as iconic as the original with Robert, Mia and a very young Sam. However Baz has a certain creativity which means it will be something amazing to behold. But part of me wishes he wasn't doing a remake. (If anyone tries to remake Breakfast at Tiffanys, it will be bad sign...)
- November 17, 2010 at 8:56 PM
- lindaraxa said...
Ah, Ah, I love Dicaprio but he's too young to play Jay Gatsby...not after Redford in his prime. But have you seen him now? what has he done to his face?!
- November 17, 2010 at 10:02 PM
- Lisa Hunter said...
@lindraxa -- All the characters in the book are supposed to be in their late 20s, though they seem much older by today's standards.
I love the Redford version because it was so faithful to the book. But it totally bombed at the box office. I wonder if the current economic climate will make people respond differently to this new version??
- November 17, 2010 at 10:09 PM
- Slim Paley said...
My older son and I recently attended the SIX HOUR performance of GATZ (the entire book read as a play) in NYC! It was a real theatrical adventure and we had fun. I was surprised at how much beauty I found in the words being read aloud, even though I've read it twice- once as a teen, and relatively recently. It was definitely a marathon, but a singular and memorable experience for sure!
- November 18, 2010 at 1:22 AM
- quintessence said...
I love the choice of Mulligan - less so that of DiCaprio. I think Luhrman could have a unique dramatic perspective very different from Clayton's more visual take - could be interesting.
- November 18, 2010 at 8:19 AM
- CB said...
No! This and the remake of Rosemary's Baby upsets me greatly. Gatsby is a perfect book. No need for a movie or a remake. And there is no way on earth that a new Rosemary's Baby will be nearly as stylish or as strangely hilarious.
- November 18, 2010 at 9:36 AM
- Karen said...
I actually thought Carey would be perfect for Jordan. I'm not as crazy about her as Daisy, but she's a great actress!
I'm interested to see how Baz interprets this type of classic.
- November 18, 2010 at 10:45 AM
- Global Atelier said...
It will be hard to beat the original but I look forward to seeing it!
- November 18, 2010 at 9:48 PM
- camdesign said...
No sure I approve of a remake, Robert and Mia did a wonderful job of it the first time...I really can't see Leo as Jay, to me I will always see him as Jack from Titantic...
My daughter Jordan was named after the character from the movie... this movie means alot to her too, it will be interesting to hear her take on a remake...
- November 21, 2010 at 3:10 AM


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Thanks but my ear buds work great.
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I've bought a car for less than these. Then again, that car was a p.o.s. and my most recent car purchase was > 20x as much.
Still I find it hard to believe that you need dual driver subwoofers in your ear buds unless you really want to go deaf quickly.
Posted by dodo on August 1, 2007 at 7:24 AM (PDT)
Hey, to each his own. I'm sure they sound unbelievable and I have quite an affinity for the high-priced gadget…
BUT I also know that I am hard enough on cheaper earbuds, sunglasses, watches, and other small items that I would feel absolutely sick if I somehow damaged these through normal use. I have two pairs of Shures, one for my iPod and one for my iPhone, and those are more than sufficient for me, and if I happen to lose those, I won't lose my sanity along with 'em.
Posted by Flippy Hambone on August 1, 2007 at 7:35 AM (PDT)
stadidas….i love it. "remember, these aren't for you."
Flippy, do you find an increased propensity to keep track of things related to their price? I do, not sure if that's just me though…seems like it would be universal.
As in…I've lost cheap sunglasses within a week…i've still got my $150 Maui Jim's after ?7? years.
Posted by OnlyShawn on August 1, 2007 at 7:55 AM (PDT)
HOW MUCH???? That is simple ridiculous. I love good sound, but that is TOO much.
Posted by JaRa76 on August 1, 2007 at 8:25 AM (PDT)
Hmmm… Totally wasted on most of humanity.
You will be able to tell immediately those who have bought this by the way the way they are constantly switching ear buds to compare the sound with other devices to justify to themselves that they have made a good investment.
Most of us cannot even really care for the difference between regular and lossless encoding.
I guess these buds will appeal to those souless people who enjoy breaking sound down into a bunch of frequencies rather really caring for the the music.
(Red rag to a bull there!)
Posted by Boca on August 1, 2007 at 8:35 AM (PDT)
"Most of us cannot even really care for the difference between regular and lossless encoding."
- These aren't for those people
"I guess these buds will appeal to those souless people who enjoy breaking sound down into a bunch of frequencies rather really caring for the the music."
- So wanting to be able to actually hear all of it means you don't love it? Logical.
"Red rag to a bull there!"
- Joyfully playful, I commend you good sir.
I've always found it a bit odd that people can't wait to rip into expensive headphones and say they're a waste of money. Would those same people criticise someone for going to a nice restaurant when McDonalds is so much cheaper?
Posted by stadidas on August 1, 2007 at 9:09 AM (PDT)
honestly, these aren't really for anyone with an iPod as the sound quality is far better than an iPod will deliver. i have UE super fi 3s and they are great.
if you are only planning on using these (UE 11s) for your iPod that is total overkill!
Posted by hydra-calm on August 1, 2007 at 9:25 AM (PDT)
"if you are only planning on using these (UE 11s) for your iPod that is total overkill!"
- Couldn't agree more. Even the noisy headphone output from my iMac sounds better (mainly as the iMac doesn't drop so many samples). Plug these babies into a headphone amp with it's own DAC and you'll be in heaven.
Posted by stadidas on August 1, 2007 at 9:33 AM (PDT)
As stadidas said, if you think these are too expensive, these headphones are not for you. These were made for musicians/audiophiles, not the average person who thinks iBuds are the best. Unlike most people, musicians can't just plug in with some cheapo earphone, they need to be able to hear all the details of the music while performing.
Posted by Nobody on August 1, 2007 at 1:20 PM (PDT)
I guess these buds will appeal to those souless people who enjoy breaking sound down into a bunch of frequencies rather really caring for the the music.
Really, so why is it that musicians buy custom earphones from Ultimate Ears? I guess it's because they don't care for the music. /sarcasm
The whole reason why you would buy these earphones is because you care for the music.
Posted by Nobody on August 1, 2007 at 1:22 PM (PDT)
Like I said Red Rag…
Firstly let's be clear, I enjoy a quality product… my ear buds are Shure E4c, very nice and arguably overkill for an iPod.
Now am I going to get >3 times the sound reproduction with these new ones? Of course not.
Am I going to even really notice any difference? Perhaps yes.
Will I miss the difference if I had to go back to my Shure E4c's…Probably not!
Musicians buy custom earphones because they play live music and need to hear faithful reproduction, and they tend to mix their music through somewhat more sophisticated hardware… I doubt they buy these ear pieces to plug into their iPods!
(Although would Frank Sinatra buy these?)
And the Mac Donalds guy… really mate get a grip. This is not a matter of comparing a Hamburger with a Steak dinner.
This is more akin to comparing a $50 bottle of wine from your favourite store to a $150 bottle. Some people may feel that there is a real difference, but the rest of us would probably call them snobs!
I reiterate, Cheap earpieces destroy music… but there is no way you can tell me that a $1000 set is that much better for listening on your iPod than those you can get for $300-$500… No way guys.
Posted by boca on August 1, 2007 at 7:54 PM (PDT)
"I reiterate, Cheap earpieces destroy music… but there is no way you can tell me that a $1000 set is that much better for listening on your iPod than those you can get for $300-$500… No way guys."
...says the person who probably has never heard a $1k set of phones. I've owned the E4 and the UE-10. The UE-10 is superior in every way and not just a last 10% way either.
Posted by Joe on August 1, 2007 at 9:11 PM (PDT)
"My credit card hasn't arrived yet :( As soon as it has, I know what I'm buying.
And before anyone posts saying "$1150, omg too expensive rofl!!111", remember, these aren't for you."
If you have to wait for a credit card to show up to afford earphones, remember, these aren't for you.
Posted by Danknee on August 1, 2007 at 9:57 PM (PDT)
Joe… Sorry mate, I respect your view but can't agree.
Of course I have not listened to my compressed AAC audio using a $1000 customized earphone set, just as I have never bought a $150 bottle of wine from a liquor store and drunk it from a plastic cup.
I know you have spent a lot of money on your hobby, and I appreciate that.
Personally I do not believe that the passion I feel for the music that I love, would grow by owning this bit of technology.
If I felt that I could not enjoy music unless it was percieved to be near tonal perfection, I would be a very unhappy person.
Posted by boca on August 1, 2007 at 10:27 PM (PDT)
The real shame of it for me is that I would probably never even be able to try a pair of these to hear for myself how they sound. Sigh.
Posted by Tenchi211 on August 1, 2007 at 11:30 PM (PDT)
Can you say eargasm?
Posted by Anton on August 2, 2007 at 12:24 AM (PDT)
"If you have to wait for a credit card to show up to afford earphones, remember, these aren't for you."
Well, seeing as I just turned 20, and have only just started a job earning just over £36k, is it surprising I don't have a credit card yet? They only take credit cards on their site, hence a need for one. I can easily afford them, thank you very much.
Posted by stadidas on August 3, 2007 at 7:13 AM (PDT)
boca - simply put, do not judge till you hear. All this "I doubt I will miss it going back to the E4's, and it won't be a big improvment" are all your assumptions. First of all, you have never heard them, second, no these aren't for plugging into an iPod. If you plug your E4's straight into your iPod, I don't even know why you bought them in the first place. I know plenty of people who assume that music can't improve after a certain threshold. There's a reason why audiophiles spend thousands on speakers. And it certainly isn't a miniscule difference.
Posted by Raphael on August 3, 2007 at 10:29 AM (PDT)
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On my way to a 5K: Weeks four and five
The first time I ran outside during my training was very difficult. It almost doesn't even compare to running on a treadmill. So now I run through a hilly part of downtown Kansas City called Quality Hill (and let me tell you, it's a first-class hill—very steep). Then I make my way toward Bartle Hall (this name probably rings a bell for all of you CVC Central faithful out there), and eventually I wind my way back home. I'm not sure how far I go, but the whole trip takes me about 30 minutes. Of course, I'm not yet at the point where I'm running for the full 30 minutes.
I've enjoyed my early-morning runs outside. The city is quiet and just starting to wake up for the day. There are other folks out too, doing what I'm doing, or walking their dogs. There's even one lady I pass by twice every day on my route, going in the opposite direction as me. I should probably stop and introduce myself at some point.
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TIP: The Hard Truth About Soft Proofs
by Melanie Crutchfield
are some instances in life when a simulation simply will not
tell you the whole story; times when the real-deal is a must.
Despite how useful soft proofing with Photoshop's "proof setup" function
seems, I find it to be one of those simulations that simply does
not take the place of making hard proofs.
Some time ago, I had the pleasure of riding Mission: Space at Walt Disney World. It was a fantastic ride. The G-forces pulled dramatically as we performed our prescribed tasks as members of the space team. As fun as it was to ride Mission: Space, it didn't make me an astronaut. I don't even think it gave me a clear understanding of what it would be like to be in space. Even though a space shuttle and Mission: Space both subject you to dizzying amounts of G-forces, one shoots you off into real space--on a real rocket, and one ejects you out into the gift shop. Mission: Space is obviously not the real deal.
same thing applies to soft proofing—it can't take the place
of the practice required for excellent printmaking. Hard proofing provides
that training.
Proofing Myth #1:
Soft proofing will protect you from unpleasant
surprises on your print
One of the myths that exists about soft proofing is that it can serve
as a "safety net" to avoid surprises on your print. As Rich
Seiling discussed in a previous
tip, most monitors can't display as many colors as a print
can. For example, the NEC LCD1990SXi--even with its $999 price tag--can
only display 69% of AdobeRGB. When used in concert with hard proofs,
this deficiency does not impact the success of your interpretations.
However, if you expect the monitor to show you precisely what will be
on print, you will be misled and frustrated.
if soft proofs did display color completely accurately, there are
subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) differences between viewing
an image on a monitor, versus seeing an actual print. So, when you
see an actual print, there will be surprises--even if you think the
soft proof looks perfect. Even Photoshop's built-in help menu warns
that, "the
reliability of the soft proof depends upon the quality of your monitor,
the profiles of your monitor and output devices, and the ambient lighting
conditions of your work environment."
Proofing Myth #2:
You can use soft proofing to correct out-of-gamut
of the most common uses of soft proofing is to correct out-of-gamut
colors (colors that fall outside what your photo paper or inkset
can accurately reproduce). Typically, a photographer will use the
soft proof to identify out-of-gamut areas, and to "simulate" how
the colors will actually print. They will then locally correct these
areas based on the soft proof, in an attempt to bring the colors back
into gamut. Now, if the soft proof was perfectly accurate (you are
using a $4000 display, right?) that might be a good way to work. But
the reality is that monitors aren't perfectly accurate, and you are
most likely "fixing" a problem that doesn't even exist. One
of the reasons we at WCI abandoned soft proofing is that we kept seeing
the soft proof tell us that colors were out of gamut, but when we printed
them without "correction", they printed in a more pleasing
way than when we made preemptive corrections.
And that's the trap. If soft proofing isn't accurate, but I pretend
it is, then I'll start making corrections based on an inaccurate soft
proof. Chances are, I'll make corrections that are both unnecessary,
and detrimental to getting a good print. It's like trying to find your
way in the wilderness with a compass that never points the same way twice.
Proofing Myth #3:
Soft proofing saves time and money
myth is that soft proofing can save time and money by allowing you
to skip the steps of actually making printed proofs. If "close
enough" is acceptable, then maybe it can save you a bit of time
and money. But if you are trying to make a fine-art print that speaks
as clearly as possible, "close enough" isn't your goal. I've
seen many artists who changed their print by one point in the color
balance tool to make it feel perfect. Soft proofing may attempt to
simulate the real thing, but when push comes to shove, it's not going
to deliver a print that communicates precisely.
So, what's the alternative? Hard proofs!
The Benefits of Hard Proofing
Proofing Benefit #1:
Hard proofs are actual prints, made on the same material as your
final print
A hard proof is the most accurate kind of proof, since it is an actual
print made using the same materials that will be used to make the final
print. If I make hard proofs, I can't be misled by the inaccuracies of
the soft proof simulation. Instead, I see EXACTLY what the print will
look like, and then any corrections I make are based on reality--not
an inaccurate simulation. This saves time and frustration, and results
in a more pleasing print.
Proofing Benefit
Using hard proofs helps create your "mental profile," which
is more accurate than any monitor
Looking at hard proofs also has the added benefit of helping you anticipate
what the screen can't display. You'll begin to have a "mental profile" that
will remind you that your print will have a bit more contrast, more saturation,
more yellow, etc., than what you see on your monitor. This means you'll
have fewer surprises as a result of your experience. My experience, after
printing thousands of images, is that my "mental profile" is
much more accurate than any soft proof. Sure, it takes practice, but
so does every art.
Proofing Benefit
Hard Proofing will ultimately save money and results in more
pleasing prints
The more actual prints I make,
the more experience I gain, and the easier the printing process becomes.
If you use soft proofing as a crutch, you'll never develop your printing
skills to their fullest potential. Hard proofing is an investment that
is similar to investing in a good workshop--Though it may cost you money
up-front, you will reap long-term benefits. Your individual skill and
experience is worth investing in. By developing your skills, it will
be easier to make prints closer to what you had envisioned when you were
looking at your screen. This translates into fewer wasted prints, and
less wasted money. In my experience, making hard proofs is the fastest,
most efficient way to hone your printmaking skills.
The Hard
Perfect prints require patience
No master printer expects to make a perfect print the first time. When
you look at your first proof as your starting point, the pressure to
get the print right the first time is lifted. Printing is a process,
and the more you practice by making hard proofs, the more refined your
printing skills will be. Using the hard proofing process--which is
the same proofing process great printmakers have always used to explore
the possibilities in each photograph--may be just the thing that takes
you from feeling satisfied with your prints, to being elated with your
prints. And that is the sweet truth about hard proofs.
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How to take successful photos at night, by Gordon Laing.
DSLR Tips: Night Photography
How to take successful photos at night, by Gordon Laing.
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I disagree with the use of a wide aperture. If using a tripod why wouldn't you use an aperture like f11 or f16 to ensure greater depth of field? This aperture also gives a more pleasing starburst effect to bright lights such as street lamps you'll need a longer exposure to compensate but since you're using a tripod this is possible. I would only use a large aperture (e.g. 1.8) if trying to hand hold. Also make sure the ISO is low if you're using a tripod so you minimise noise.
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Beautiful photographs by photographer and illustrator Angelia McLean showing the delightful iconic masterpieces of Europe. Traveling with her daughter Hillary, the book shares their travels and discoveries of a summer trip to Europe.
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My interests range from art and barrel racing to theatre and farming. I live with the belief and passion that life is so full of wonderful things to do and investigate that I fear I will run out of time. This philosophy has made for richness in knowledge, skills and multiple layers of abilities from which I can pull to inspire and create unique ideas. These multi-interests are strengths and the essence of who I am as an artist. The result is creative thinking and an original approach to illustrating and communicating an idea. My favorite thing to do is to take opposing individuals and put them together to twist up conventions.
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I am writing in response to the Sept. 6 editorial entitled "Traffic mess in Danvers must be addressed." The MassDOT Highway Division shares many of the constructive comments and concerns expressed in that article as well as those that have been provided through our online "Feedback" system or through state and local elected officials. As alluded to in the article, one of the primary goals of this project was to improve the safety for regional traffic entering and exiting Route 128. The existing interchange configuration was substandard and presented some very real safety challenges that warranted improvement. Notwithstanding, the Highway Division is focused on developing and implementing projects that improve the quality of life for all of those that use our facilities and we are keenly aware of the need to accomplish this in a manner that does not create new safety concerns and congestion.
Though the project design included widening along Route 62 and Route 35, it was constrained by the available width beneath the Route 128 bridges. The design using a series of closely spaced traffic signals to allow drivers to enter and exit the ramps at these interchanges is complex to be sure. There has been congestion and inefficiencies that have occurred since the traffic signal systems were put into full operation earlier this summer. Some of that can be attributed to the fact that the project remains unfinished with ongoing construction activities. Also, the coordination of the signals may also be impacted by construction on the part of other entities. However, it is clear that there are some larger issues at hand. Initial efforts focused on fine tuning the existing settings to improve the coordination amongst the traffic signals. Although those efforts resulted in some improvement, clearly it has not been enough.
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Today's traffic signal equipment provides flexibility to establish multiple plans that can be implemented by the time of day and the day of week to be responsive to the actual traffic volumes.
MassDOT expects to complete our initial analyses of the critical peak commuting periods by the end of September with implementation of updated timing and phasing plans occurring in early October. Additional plans will be implemented later in October once the 24 hour count data is available and has been reviewed. We encourage our customers that travel through the corridor to continue to provide us with comments on your experiences as we plan and implement those changes.
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Oliver: "I didn't know he had a gun, I'm stunned that he had a gun to be quite frank."
Local 6: When you heard this happened and George Zimmerman is involved what went through your mind?
Oliver: "No, not George. Please not George. That's what went through my mind."
Local 6: "I can see that you are getting emotional so describe him for people that think he's this gun-toting villain, not vigilante, people think he's a villain."
Oliver: "I understand because they don't know George Zimmerman. I'd be with them if I didn't know George Zimmerman."
Local 6: So describe him, Can you paint us a picture of who this guy was?
Oliver: "He is a very good man. He is a very good man who thought he was doing the right thing and it turned out horribly wrong. We have heard stories of him mentoring black children of a single mother. I learned he and his wife, at church they would take gift cards for food for people who needed it."
Local 6: Then why was he so suspicious of this young man walking through his neighborhood? He wasn't peeping through windows, or looking into car windows, right?
Oliver: I cant go into details of why George made that call. I can tell you that his neighborhood had been victimized bby a number of burglaries and he saw someone that he didn't recognize acting suspiciously. We are going to have to wait until the grand jury or for another police leak."
Local 6: Do you know what he was doing?
Oliver: "Yes I do."
Local 6: And you won't say because, why?
Oliver: "Because this is George's life and he has been instructed not to talk. I did not, I volunteered for this, I was seeking George, and I didn't find him until he realized how big this was getting and found his attorney."
Local 6: Is he scared for his life?
Oliver: "Of course he is, he is in hiding. He has changed his number. I cant reach him, but I can reach him, but his wife, her mother doesn't know how to get in touch with him, I don't know where he is at. you know, yea he is scared.
Local 6: You know how big this has gotten and you know what people think of him, why would you want to associate with that and defend his actions when people think they are so awful.
Oliver: "Two reasons, I do know George Zimmerman, and if I didn't know him I would agree with everyone would be out there with them because I am a black male and I have a son who is 18 and I have discussed with him the perils of being black in this country. But I know George Zimmerman and I know what happened between he and Trayvon Martin is only that match that started this firestorm across the country."
Local 6: Why would George go after him?
Oliver: "He saw a suspicious individual who was keeping an eye out so he could let the police know that last place that they saw him, that's one, that's why he would. Go back and take a look at the 911 tape and the dispatcher says 'are you following him' and he says 'Yeah' and the dispatcher says 'We don't need you to do that.' Most of the time that is where it stops but George responds 'OK.'"
Local 6: So do you believe he stopped?
Oliver: "I believe he was heading back to his vehicle when Trayvon came up to him."
Local 6: Can you describe the attack?
Oliver: "I can say how it was described in the paper was how it was described to me."
Local 6: So his head was bashed in to the sidewalk numerous times and he was decked in the face?
Oliver: It started with a punch to the face that knocked him down. Take into consideration that this man is 6 feet, 2 inches hitting down on him.


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Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, is a contemporary, fast growing, and prosperous place that's home to India's IT industry. It's full of young professionals and has a vibrant, cosmopolitan air about it. Many people love Bangalore, as it's a relatively relaxed city that's full of greenery and interesting buildings.
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One of India's top historical destinations, the laid back village of Hampi was once the last capital of Vijayanagar, one of the greatest Hindu empires in India's history. It has some extremely captivating ruins, intriguingly intermingled with large boulders that rear up all over the landscape. The ruins, which date back to the 14th century, stretch for just over 25 kilometers (10 miles) and comprise more than 500 monuments. An incredible energy can be felt at this ancient place.
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Apple hires THX's Tomlinson Holman -- bring the noise!
It's ironic how the company that brought us the iPod has never really had great speakers (or earbuds!) but Apple might be about to change that in a big way by bringing in the man behind Lucasfilm's amazing THX audio quality program, Tomlinson Holman. According to Chief TWiT Leo Laporte:
I have it on good authority that Tomlinson Holman (of THX fame) is joining Apple to run audio. Major upgrade.
With HP's TouchPad getting Beats by Dr. Dre, and even BlackBerry besting Apple when it comes to speaker quality, this can't happen soon enough. Let's just hope this is about more than just iTunes audio meeting THX standards, but about giving iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch a complete speaker makeover as well!
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Finally. Though we probably won't have anything new speaker-wise until iPhone 6 at the earliest. Still, gives us something to look forward to.
Done leave out the Macbook Pro's also
Apple HiFi needs a revision I love my HiFi and but not holding my breath for Apple to do it again.
Hells yes!
I'm sorry, but I'd rather have "just iTunes audio meeting THX standards" than better ear buds. I think I speak for most audiophiles when I say that.
Agree. I've always used my own headphones with my iProducts. Let's get better source audio first.
What good is great sound in the iTunes files if nothing Apple makes can reproduce it? Like Beats, it needs to be a certified pipeline that ensures quality from source to encoding to output.
Boom! I love my hi-fi's too!
Because you can play those files though non-Apple devices. Shocking, I know.
To Apple dude. What good is it to Apple. It would be like making great looking content and putting really bad displays on all their devices.
Just because it's an iProduct doesn't necessarily mean we have to use it's iearphones
We need smaller earbuds they are to big
Awesome. Good thing I have thx certified speakers. This is great news
Holman is an audio carney-barker, a blowhard self-promoter in an industry of big egos. I have difficulty imagining what kind of "science" this grossly unscientific marketer can bring to Apple. Most engineering at Apple toils in anonymity, for good reason. Holman's bio says he's responsible for Audessy, another so-called audio advance that most acousticians agree doesn't work. He was fired by THX, his so-called 10.2 system is a fraud, and he's got little respect of his peers in the engineering world.


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South Carolina
5/5 rDev +8.2%
06-27-2014 04:09:31 | More by the_real_rere
South Carolina
4/5 rDev -13.4%
06-24-2014 20:18:45 | More by danmstory87
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5/5 rDev +8.2%
06-16-2014 09:28:12 | More by G3RG
North Carolina
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06-15-2014 14:17:34 | More by kell50
North Carolina
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vibe: 4.75 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4.75 | $$
One of the best places in Charlotte to hang out at. Great beer selection and always some beers on tap that no one else has. Always meeting new people and sharing beers with friends. Old school Nintendo with comfortable seating to get your game on. This is 2 times a week stop for me.
06-07-2014 03:43:35 | More by Stevebeergeek
North Carolina
4.72/5 rDev +2.2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5 | $$
The best beer shop in Charlotte, hands down. Friendly, knowledgable, and helpful staff. Taps are constantly rotating and offering unique beers, sometimes multiple times a day - and most of the time they are beers that you won't be able to find anywhere else in the city. Offers indoor and outdoor seating, original nintendo complete with punchout and battletoads. I spend way too much time there.
06-02-2014 17:23:47 | More by jbriggs7
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vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5 | $$
An absolute staple of the Charlotte and greater NC area beer community, Salud beer shop in NoDa (on North Davidson street; think: Tribeca) - located in the vicinity of gold medal winning NoDa Brewing and Birdsong Brewing, is the perfect place to find a rare selection of delicious beers that have been cared for better than most folks look after their kids.
While it has a very established community of regulars and home to some of Charlottes most prolific beer folks, they are an extremely inviting and pleasant crowd. Don't know much about beer or just trying to get more involved? This is your place - everyone will welcome you and help you choose something perfect for your palate. Check out some of the newly added shelves that feature owner Jason and his buddies most outrageous grabs from all over the country. A grizzled stout veteran with specific tastes? I guarantee you Jason and his staff can find you something dark and angry while you swap beer lore and stories.
The bottom line is this, Charlotte and in turn Asheville have exploded in the last few years and Salud Beer has been their biggest friend and advocate. Do not come to town and miss this gem.
Oh yeah, for you out of towners Salud ships!
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I was in Charlotte for the weekend and my buddy Brian(the unofficial Mayor of NoDa) took me here.Perfect,non-pretentious atmosphere for drinking great beer.Jason is a true BeerAdvocate(whether he's on here or not).He and his wife,Dareilyn,are perfect hosts.As I mentioned,atmosphere was great,service was excellent,selection was awesome(grabbed Hop Drop N Roll,Mogli,Dark Hollow with Chocolate and Coffee,Wicked Weed Black Angel and Amorous).Prices were reasonable.Love my wife.Love my family.Love St.Louis area.But this place makes me wish I was single and living in Charlotte again.Great place.
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North Carolina
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vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.75 | selection: 4.25 | $$
Has some decent beers on tap and a decent selection of bottles. Some varience as to what is available, but usually a great choice. Some items you can't find elsewhere. Easy light crowd in this area of town. Super friendly staff and owner.
Ownership goes out of their way to make you feel welcomed.
Parking is somewhat tough sometimes, but other than that good place to relax and enjoy a good beer.
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Ruszwurm Cukraszda: An Old Confectionary
Ruszwurm, which was started in 1827, is a beautiful, old Hungarian confectionary on Castle Hill in Budapest. As you walk through the entrance, you will feel as if you are going back in time. The elegant furniture dates from the mid-1800s. In addition to cakes, the wooden cases are filled with various items from Ruszwurm's past including cake toppers that are a century old. Vintage pictures and photographs line the walls. The shop itself is kind of small and in a touristy area, which can be aggravating if you're there on the weekend or when a tour group shows up. On the other hand, this pastry shop offers many sweets that I haven't seen anywhere else in Budapest. Every Budapest cukraszda sells Dobos and Eszerhazy cakes (including Ruszwurm), but no one else can make an almond cake like Ruszwurm can. Almond cake and almond cream are layered with gooey caramel and topped with sliced, toasted almonds. Ruszwurm's "Vienna strudel" is also excellent. Buttery, flaky pastry is filled with apples, raisins, and vanilla pudding. Another option is the delicious chocolate caramel cake. Overall, the service here is fast, good, and friendly. If you decide to come here, I would recommend coming on a weekday because it can be really crowded sometimes. Even if it's crowded, I would still come here and wait just to eat the almond cake!
Favorite Dish: The almond cake is the best!!!!!!
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Ruszwurm: Ruszwurm Cukraszda (Confectionery)
Following the advise of my VT friend Lew we stopped at this small pastry shop and didn't regret it. This confectionery is really old dating from 1827! It was named after Vilmos Ruszworm that managed it from 1884 to 1922. In our days it still offers only its own made cakes but belongs to Szamos family that has the popular Marzipam museum in Szentendre.
We loved the old furniture inside (they still have the cherrywooden counter from that era!!) and hopefully there was a free table to feel comfortable and enjoy the pastries but you can also choose a table outside and watch the people passing by.
The waitress came and seemed stressed but we needed some time to decide what to choose, the menu was full of ideas but I got up and went to the display cabinet but of course I wanted to try them all. We finally ordered coffee, a kirsch torta and a citrom torta, both of them were great. Each one costs about 550Huf
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Ruszwurm Cukraszda: Excellent Cukraszda
One of my favorite places to go! I highly recommend the chestnut puree. Absolutely wonderful and less expensive than most other places around. Coffee is great also. It's crowded a lot so you might not get a chance to sit down immediately but well worth the wait. The staff is very friendly and they are quick to bring you your order.
Ruszwurm Cukraszda: your coffeestop in castle district
If you want to take a break while exploring the castle district, this is the place. good coffee and pastries, and so is the service.
(Though it irked me that i had to pay to use their restrooom, but i guess that may be the custom in some place in budapest)
Ruszwurm: Fantastic cakes
A name that appears in various guidebooks and recommendations from people, I was looking forward to visiting this cafe. Was very busy on my first pass-by and I waited until later in the afternoon to try again. There was a large amount of choice, and being the greedy person I was, I opted for cherry strudel and their ruszwurm cake which was some sort of chocolate and nut cake. Both fantastic and well recommended.
Favorite Dish: Sour Cherry Strudel, with some english tea. Unbelievably good.
Ruszwurm: Yummie!
Being an absolute sweettooth (I eat an eclair on a regular basis) I just had to go and try this famous place out. It's quite charming, although I would've loved to go there 100 years ago when there were less tourists around :-)
I ate a Ruszwurm Cream Pastry and it was delicious: the right taste ànd really refreshening. The prices were a lot lower than I had expected: most cakes came at about 350 or 400 forint, which is a lot cheaper than in Belgium.
So if you pass there and you see a free table, just take it.
Ruszwurm Confectionery: The Best Pastry Shop EVER
The first confectionary at this site opened in 1827 by Ferenc Schwabl. It has always been inherited along the female line, oddly, and named after Vilmos Ruszworm who managed the business from 1884 to 1922. The furnishings of this remarkably small operation reflect the 19th Century origins with a cherry wood counter with a mahogany inlay and ornate furniture. Glass cabinets in the entry foyer contain old table ornaments and figurines well worth a glance. The dining area is crowded but comfortable with the replicas of the original. We found the service to be harried, but warm and accomodating (contrast Gerbeaud).
The pastries may well be the very best we have ever enjoyed. Flavorful but not overly sweet, textured but not heavy, perfect. And great coffee. We cannot recommend a stop here strongly enough.
The Szamos family which now owns Ruszworm also owns the Marzipam Museum and Store in Szentendre, which we also visited (that tip features a few remarkable creations).
Favorite Dish: We ordered a cheese strudel and a remarkable chocolate cake with a cream and fruit filling. The young waitress took the time to walk to the display cabinet with me and make recommendations despite the crowds. And we were not hurried in any way. The products here are so good that the young couple next to us, unmindful of cholesterol, finished their first order and then had another. The coffee was great, the prices reasonable (very).
Ruszwurm Cukraszda Orszag: Ruszwurm - Top confectionery in the Castle
Ruszwurm ( Ruszwurm Cukraszda Orszag - Ruszwurm Country of Confectionery) is another good old traditional confectionery, located in the Castle district.
It was opened in 1827 by Ferenc Schwabl. The original interior and accesories are now proclaimed to be protected and are really worth to see.
Vilmos Ruszwurm after being an apprentice in the shop became the owner of it by marriage and give it's name to the confectionery. He was the head of the shop between 1884 and 1922.
After the socialism the shop became the property of a foreigner and it's fate was uncertain. That's when the sons of the owner of the Szamos Marcipan trademark, Matyas Szamos rented out the shop buying it later in 1994.
The building itself is also worth for a look. It was built in the beginning of the 14th century, rebuilt in 1698 and is one of the many monument houses of the Castle district.
Favorite Dish: Just try any cake or the ice cream...you won't regret it! :)
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I wanted to get a different perspective on this latest Tea Party melodrama in Congress. So, I decided to reread a book that had belonged to my late sister Mary. It is Alice In Wonderland.
I picked it because Chapter Seven is titled, A Mad Tea Party. In it Alice encounters three mad characters. But they were mad in a different way than our Tea Party members are.
Alice had tea with two animals and one human. One animal was the March Hare, as in the expression, Mad as a March hare. The human was the Hatter, as in Mad as a hatter. The other animal was the Dormouse who had no claim to fame. Dormice are squirrel-like animals who sleep in the daytime.
The dormouse slept sitting at the table between the Hatter and the March Hare. They used him as an arm rest. The Hatter announced his watch was two days wrong, and sharply scolded the March Hare, I told you butter wouldnt suit the works. The March Hare apologized saying, It was the best butter.
When describing them the word mad means insane, frantic or foolish.
But when describing Tea Party members mad means angry, as in the 1976 movie Network. The washed-up TV news anchor urges viewers to open their windows and shout, Im mad as hell, and Im not going to take it anymore.
Many Americans feel that way today. Its probably no coincidence that the Tea Party blossomed after our economy crashed in 2008. People were worried and concluded the government had mismanaged the economy. It probably had. I hope the Tea Partys blossoming then wasnt also caused by the election of an African-American as our president.
We also have more people now than we once did. When I was born in 1930 the U.S. population was 123 million. It is now 315 million. Traffic is denser, air is dirtier and water is dirtier and scarcer. We need more government regulation and spending. Some people find that hard to accept.
So people now demonstrate with hand-lettered signs like Impeach Obama, Control Our Boarder Stop Illegals and Keep Govt Out Of My Medicare. They may not have all the facts, but they have anger.
I wish theyd remember the words of another man who had reason to be angry Rodney King. In 1991 his continuous beating by five Los Angeles police officers was videotaped from a nearby apartment.
Four of the officers were tried for the beating and acquitted. Rioting followed that killed 53 people in Los Angeles and injured more than 2,000. During the riots King appeared on TV and said, Can we all get along?
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The first big offseason free-agent splash came Tuesday, as Blog favorite Miguel Beaudry inked with Rapid City.
I exchanged correspondence with Beaudry, and he said he's excited about being part of something new with the Rush, but admitted he will miss the rivalries from the Southeast Division. It's a coup for Diamond Joe Ferras, that's for sure.
I have a hunch that if Corpus didn't go through that uncertainty and the one-week suspension of operations, the Rayz could've made a play for Beaudry's services. The American Bank Center always has been one of his favorite arenas to play in.
- You can call Duane Lewis Mr. Commissioner now. Congrats to him and hopefully he can have a red phone in his office that the media can dial directly, a la another famous commish.
- Finally, the Hockey Hall of Fame electors got things right for once and voted Glenn Anderson into the hallowed building on Yonge Street. That he had to wait this many years was ridiculous given he was one of the top players of his era and a go-to guy when the Cup was on the line. The Oilers now have their entire "Big Five" - Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, Jari Kurri, Paul Coffey and Anderson - in the Hall, along with Grant Fuhr in goal and Glen Sather in the builders' category. If there's any justice, Kevin Lowe should be the next (and probably last) member of that Edmonton juggernaut to be enshrined.
Anderson still has his detractors.
[Sorry, but Anderson isn't Dave Concepcion. That's Charlie Huddy. It's interesting to note that the Oilers won a Cup without Gretzky, but not without Anderson. I have no problem with Ciccarelli getting in, but not before Anderson. And did Gilmour really evoke "an endless array of emotions and memories" for anyone but Leafs fans who still cling to the memory of going to the conference finals 15 years ago? -- GR]


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MILLEDGEVILLE — Area youth and teens are rehearsing their dance routines to perfection to showcase a winning performance in the "So You Think You Can Dance-Milledgeville" competition.
"We wanted to make a dance competition that gave back to Milledgeville, so we created this event," said Paul Ayo, founder and executive director of Art as an Agent for Change (A.A.C.). "Attendees will witness a talented group of dancers who are right here in our community. Expect nonstop entertainment and fun. This event will become an unforgettable experience."
Mimicking the popular reality show highlighting the dance talents of America's best performers, the local contest is slated at 7 p.m. Saturday in Magnolia Ballroom across from Georgia College's front campus. Georgia's award-winning student organization A.A.C. and its Georgia College chapter are presenting the competition as its largest community production and fundraiser.
"We had a few rounds of auditions at Georgia College, the Milledgeville Mall and at Baldwin High School back in October and in late January. We narrowed the field down from 30 people to eight final contestants," Ayo said.
The local contestants will dance off for a chance to win the $500 grand cash prize, a $250 judges choice award, and $100 prize for the contestant that raises the most funds for their chosen charity. Georgia College music therapy professor Dr. Doug Keith, Georgia College music therapy alumna Grace Nichols and a special guest judge will name this year's winner.
"During the night of the event, contestants will raise funds and have a moment after their dance to explain what their charity is. Charities range from local food banks and Relay for Life to the American Cancer Society. All charitable causes are supported here in the local community."
The performers' dancing backgrounds range from jazz, hip-hop and contemporary to ballet, musical theater and gymnastics:
• Irene Backstrom, 18, is a classical, spiritual, hip-hop and African dancer who has trained for the past four years with dance group Godly Steps. She is a senior at Baldwin High. "I dance with a determined attitude and tenacious spirit," Backstrom said. "I put my heart and a whole lot of hard work into my dance." Irene dances in support of the National Association of the Deaf.
• Brianna Cleveland, 11, fuses acrobatics and hip-hop. She is an Oak Hill Middle School student and trains at Cultural Connection. She has been dancing since age 3 and compares her dance style to musical sensation Beyoncé. "I can make the crowd go ahhhhh," she said. "I'm a natural entertainer when it comes to performing on stage." Brianna dances in support of Project Hope.
• LeDwasia Davis, 19, is a spiritual, step and hip-hop performer who has danced with the group Godly Steps in the past. She has been dancing for the past 13 years. A graduate of Baldwin High, Davis loves to perform and plans to represent for her classmates and family members. "Dance is what I love," she said. "It's my passion and I plan to give my community an unforgettable performance." Davis dances in support of Chard Wray Food Pantry.
• Alexis French, 8, is a hip-hop entertainer who has been dancing since age 4. A student of Blandy Hills Elementary School, French spends after school hours practicing at Cultural Connection. "I have attitude when I dance," she said. "It's something I really enjoy doing after school." Alexis dances in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
• Madison French, 5, is the competition's youngest contestant. The hip-hopper trains at Cultural Connection and goes to school at Blandy Hills. With only one year of experience as a dancer, French is a natural dancer. "I'm a quick learner," she said. French dances in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
• Nandi Gattis, 18, has a dancing background that includes jazz, African, contemporary and liturgical. A senior at Baldwin High, she has been dancing for the past 16 years. She has trained with dance groups Dance Steps and Rispa in Atlanta. "I love to dance," she said. "Participating in this competition will help me pay for college." Gattis dances in support of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
• Colin McCabe, 9, is a hip-hop dancer who has been popping, locking and break dancing since age 4. A student of John Milledge Academy, he enjoys this particular dance genre because it's fun and requires a lot of energy. He trains at Vibe Dance Center. "All of us are good," he said. "Hip-hop is popular, so I hope my family and friends enjoy watching me do what I love." Colin dances in support of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
• Mollie Speights,10, is a hip-hop star and can dance alongside any one and to any music. Incorporating gymnastic abilities and ballet techniques, she compares her moves to those of professional singer and dancer Ciara. A student of Eagle Ridge Elementary School, Speights has been dancing since age 6 with Cultural Connection. "I have a flow like Ciara," she said. "I'm a flexible, great dancer, who loves to perform." She dances in support of the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life.
A.A.C. is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that includes student artists, poets and musicians who collaborate in local cultural performances throughout the academic year. A.A.C. provides the community with opportunities to engage in the arts in meaningful ways.
Tickets are $5 in advance or for school employees, local students and Georgia College students. Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $7 on the day of the event. Children under age 5 are free. Funds raised will support future A.A.C. community arts events.
"Proceeds from ticket sales will go toward the creation of other art events in the community, like Artz Jamz which is a weekend art workshop for kids in Wray Homes," Ayo said. "Come to be amazed and leave with an excellent feeling inside after the show because these contestants have worked tirelessly. It will be a dance showcase in epic proportion here in Milledgeville. Our wow factor will be in full force."
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This week, more than 30 million Americans will tune in to watch Discovery Channel's Shark Week. It's easy to understand why: Sharks are some of the most amazing, powerful animals in the world. But as you sit transfixed by high-definition images of sharks, keep in mind that sharks aren't the scariest predators in the oceans. Humans are.
Tens of millions of sharks are fished from the ocean every year, mainly for their fins. As a result, some shark populations are crashing, which has devastating consequences for ocean ecosystems. For example, some U.S. hammerhead populations have dropped an alarming 98 percent in recent decades. As apex predators, sharks keep the ocean food web in balance.
If you think watching a shark on TV is cool, try looking one in the eye. Over the past few years I've dived with Caribbean reef sharks in the Bahamas, and more recently with whale sharks in Belize, filming public service announcements with Oceana. I'd love to continue diving with sharks -- but at the rate we're going, Shark Week could become the only way to see these beautiful predators.
Back in 2009 I traveled to Capitol Hill to meet with lawmakers about shark protection. Our hard work paid off: In January, the Shark Conservation Act, which Oceana and I were campaigning for, was signed into law. The law ensures a prohibition on shark finning in U.S. waters.
While the U.S. is a leader on shark finning, there's a lot more to be done to protect sharks from extinction. For instance, endangered shark species such as scalloped and great hammerhead sharks are allowed to be caught by U.S. fishermen in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. Take action for sharks -- tell the U.S. government to protect vulnerable shark species such as tiger, hammerhead and thresher sharks.
If even just a fraction of all Shark Week viewers took action to protect sharks, it would equal millions of people speaking up for the ocean's top predators. We shouldn't be scared of sharks, we should be scared for them.
In 2009, actress January Jones joined Oceana's shark campaign. Watch video, see photos and learn more about why January is scared for sharks.
Francesca Koe: Save a Shark: Take a Bite Out of Shark Finning
January Jones and Andrew Sharpless: Let's Keep Sharks Out of Soup
Matt Rand: Shark Week Conservation Roundup (VIDEO, SLIDESHOW)
Shark Week : Discovery Channel
Shark Week Review | TV Reviews and News | EW.com
Protect the Sharks / Shark Protection / Extinction of Sharks


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Ways to help:
Food Donations
Water and Sport Drink Donations
Time Donations
Dance Marathon is a nationwide philanthropic event that takes place on Wartburg's campus. It is completely student-run and requires year-round planning in order to fundraise money to send to the kids at the University of Iowa's Children's Hospital, which is affiliated with Children's Miracle Network. We honor the families of treated patients at the event and provide lots of exciting entertainment. Dance Marathon is a way to get involved, make instant friendships, help children in need, and give back to the community. Essentially, it's FOR THE KIDS!
Contact Us:
Allie Seavert: Executive Director
Jenna Manders: Assistant Executive Director
Chantal Knepper: Assistant Executive Director
Joshalyn Stout: Assistant Executive Director


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