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Your kids' chances of becoming programmers? ZERO
Limbaugh: If you hate Apple then you're a lefty blog-o-twat hipster
Re: Disproportionate @ac 07:30
Does that mean North Korea (DPRK) is actually a democracy? Some people are so easily fooled.
US Republican enviro-vets: 'Climate change is real. DEAL WITH IT'
Re: Whatever.
>is hubris at best.
Yes, but how silly we are to suggest that humans can do anything that nature can't recover from. You are correct, nature will recover, but we might not. See giant layer of dinosaur bones for evidence of this happening in the past.
Re: Whatever.
Jumping out of a building is totally cool, because the fall isn't the major component of your death, the landing is.
Damn you, world! WHY can't I have an object store on my desktop?
Re: What about Cache from Intersystems?
Ugh. MUMPS. No thanks, tried it, and it gave me heartburn.
'1337 hacker' scrawls all over careless coders' SourceForge sites
Another issue with the cloud? Easy to find and exploit bugs for multiple sites without going outside an IP block. Check.
Survey: Bosses are DESPERATE and GAGGING for Linux skills
Re: Linux is a richer OS
That's not true. They offer certifications for all their servers / software. You can't say it's easy to learn then offer 5+ step certifications. The point of the GUI is it increases productivity over all. Sure, some people are more productive at command line than the average GUI, but overall, GUI increases productivity of your most expensive labor (tech).
Probably because they only surveyed companies that use Linux.
Microsoft Dell deal would restore PC makers' confidence
Re: haha
>migration of americans to retards is complete
You mean like when computers went GUI?
Security audit finds dev OUTSOURCED his JOB to China to goof off at work
Re: Applauded
This is probably a corporate PR plant article.
Anonymous wants DDoS attacks recognized as speech
Re: One essential flaw with this reasoning...
Not only that, a DDoS attack is 1 person using thousands of other people's computers to talk for him. It's not 1000s of people protesting. It's not totally different from the 3/5th law we had in the US during our slavery period.
'Not even Santa could save Microsoft's Windows 8'
Re: How things have changed....
That's a very insightful post. Microsoft has been throwing mud against the wall to see what sticks for a while now. A guy I work with spend several years mastering Silverlight, and now moving to HTML 5.
I think their throwing so much mud is making the mud less sticky. If I'm writing a management console for an engine, I prefer WinForms over WCF or web, simply because I'm fastest at it. WIth ClickOnce, that whole install at every workstation business is a thing of the past.
Al Jazeera buys Al Gore's Current TV news network
Rushie and Hannity are gonna have a field day with this one. Oh the conspiracy!
Apple ships 'completely redesigned' iTunes 11
Re: Best ever?
> iTunes for a while in windows and its a hateful piece of crap - buggy, inconsistent and continually freezing and crashing.
lol. Are you talking about Windows or iTunes?
Apple MacBook Pro 13in Retina display review
Re: OMG I MUST HAVE ONE
> real computer like a DELL which actually comes with PROPER PARTS!
That's the funniest thing I've read in a while.
Massive strike at Foxconn's iPhone 5 factory
Re: USA?
>If I were an Apple customer I would be ashamed..
You can't be serious. You are using a computer. Where was that computer assembled/manufactured?
Democrat candidate attacked by GOP for being stabby assassin ORC
Re: Best argument against democracy
>we're normally 5 to 10 years behind the US policitical gimick curve
If your politicians say anything about finding hidden WMD's, say you're not interested. Oh wait.
Has cash corrupted open source?
Re: Open Code != Open APIs
>There's no service-provider-independent means of marking up my social network.
That's really the inherent problem with P2P, it requires some sort of centralized directory to locate everyone. You could do local discovery and caching, but IPs are dynamic and a good chunk of your local record cache would be out of date the same day they were created.
Bargain-hunting Chinese make life tough for iOS devs
Rampant piracy in China. News at 11.
Woz: Cloud computing trend is 'horrendous'
The biggest issue for me is the circumvention of government search. Since the cloud provider technically owns the data, it's up to them, not me, to whether they want to comply to a search request. With the bendy ethics of today's execs, I'm surprised they are so willing to jump on that bandwagon.
Apple MacBook Air 11in 2012
Re: No Ethernet
>Renaming it to "Overpriced metal sheened wireless deelie for mugs" would be better, and far more accurate without calling iTards what they actually are.
Does posting dumb shit like that make you feel better about your miserable self?
Retina Display detachment
Careful not to turn too many people off Apple, you'll kill the golden goose revenue-generating-click-through-rate-bitch-a-thon.
Apple silences mute kids' speech app in patent blowup
Why all the hate on Apple and not the plaintiffs? Holy misdirected angler. Not only computers can get programmed.
Apple introduces 'next generation' MacBook Pro with retina display
Re: Let's have screen resolution become a talking point, please
> ThinkPad T60 (2048x1536@15")
That's resolution to external display, not internal, or were you trolling?
Steve Jobs' death clears way for vibrating Apple tool
The point is
Taking notes with your finger is hard to read later.
MySQL's growing NoSQL problem
I'm a traditionalist in the fact that I've been using RDBMS (Oracle and recently MSSQL) for years now. Would someone explain why NoSql is better than a simple key/value table with an index on the key in a traditional RDBMS from a purely technical perspective?
'Apple will coast, and then decelerate' says Forrester CEO
Re: OSX
>Slower to boot than windows, slower to wake from sleep than windows, more updates!!! (WTF - I was not expecting that!) and more system crashes.
Ya, you don't own a mac, or you don't own one built in this century.
Re: Not just hipsters...
>But baby-boomers too. They have money. There are lots of them. They have less patience for things that don't work, and no inclination to roll up their sleeves and learn about what is under the bonnet.
I'm a gen-Xer. I used to always build all my computers from parts. I'd (re)install Windows x every few months to make sure it was perfectly clean. I'm a coder professionally. I've been into computers since the Vic-20.
Now, after I've built at least 50 computers and (re)installed Windows countless times? Piss on that, I have better things to do. How many computers do you have to build and reinstall before you realize it's just the same old shit.
>'Appleites' love to bang on about how sad Apple haters are (toady), but the reality is, I don't hate Apple, I hate sheep. The mindless who grab onto a buzz and bang on and on about it virtues. THAT is sad!
You mean like you just did with WP7?
Re: Might be right
The thing about predicting death, is eventually, you'll be right.
Re: I'll miss it
>Err, the people complaining _are_ the ones who have got their stereo compiling c++! Same people that have installed Linux on their toaster.
I'm more apt to believe they're just noobs who invested their time learning some web language like PHP and are afraid it will become less relevant as more people are using mobile apps rather than web sites. Because learning something new is hard.
Or they hate apple because the TechJournos told them to and they're lemmings with no sense of wind direction.
ProTip: Tech Journos usually can't predict shit, that's why they're tech journos.
Crowdsource yourself a new job
Re: DesignCrowd
The site needs more cheap product. We're the product. No thanks.
Ten... top iOS games
Match Up
I like Match Up.
Enterprise IT's power shift threatens server-huggers
Eggs and baskets
Putting the Western world's eggs in one basket is a dream for hackers. Instead of DDoS one site at a time, they can take out thousands! Oops, PHB didn't think of that.
OWC 6G Mercury Aura Pro Express SSD
Yes, my 13" Air compiles faster than my 2009 17" MacBook pro. Besides, the HD IO is the biggest bottleneck by far for most operations.
Apple: Siri isn't anti-abortion
Distraction from Carrier IQ
I wonder if this is a plant by one of Apple's competitors to distract the news (us) from the Carrier IQ fiasco. It's pretty damning.
Acer Aspire S3 Core i7 Ultrabook
Working it out myself
"So the fact that the S3 is several hundred pounds cheaper than a MacBook Air while offering double the storage is something you'll have to work out for yourself."
Because a 5400rpm mechanical is just as fast as a SSD.
1-in-3,200 chance* that a fiery satellite chunk will hit someone on Friday
>1-in-3,200 chance you'll be hit by fiery satellite chunks on Friday
>has a 1-in-3,200 chance of hitting *a* person
So it's really a world population * 3200 chance, roughly speaking.
Visual Studio infected with HTML5 by 'rogue faction'
.NET isn't going anywhere, we're talking about a sliver of application development: "rich" web experience inside a browser. Win32 will be around forever because frankly, HTML+Backend apps suck to do anything other than buy and browse on.
.NET will be used for Win32
.NET will be used for backend (windows services)
.NET will be used for web back end (web services)
.NET will be used for web glue (ASP.NET, MVCx, etc)
HTML5+CSS3 will be used for what SL is used for. To create (or attempt) a rich in-browser experience.
The "make everything web" was a hasty move hoisted onto CIOs by marketing people. Some stuff is good for web, many things aren't. HTML5+CSS3 might level the playing field with the usability of Win32 vs browser, but probably not.
Airport security boss calls time on tech
"But she also criticised the European move to lift restrictions on liquids. She said legislators did not understand the operational implications and that the change would confuse passengers."
"Confuse passengers," really? I mean, REALLY?
iPhone glitch gets US fanbois up on wrong side of bed
How many
How many articles can be posted about the same bug. Fishin for clicks. Got one.
App Store II: Steve Jobs sucks Mac's soul
I think some of you should be less willing to be spoon fed your opinions. You're tech people, you're supposed to be analytical.
One-third of iPad fanbois don't download apps
>Could someone explain why this is cool, when whilst other companies face anti-trust cases for including things like a browser or media player?
Sure. First it's other company (singular) not companies. That other company was Microsoft. In the 2000s they were deemed a monopoly and judged as leveraging their monopoly power to stifle competition (Netscape) by packaging a browser in their OS for free thus effectively cutting off Netscape's income (who charged for their browser).
Apple is not a monopoly. Not even close. They are vertically integrated, meaning they make many of the parts from hardware to software, to chips themselves. Other companies outsource to other companies, they are horizontally integrated. They make and specialize in mostly 1 layer (OS or hardware, or parts, etc).
Back in the day, all personal computer manufacturers (Commodore, Atari, Coleco, Apple, etc) were vertically integrated until IBM was caught with their pants down, and threw together what we now know as a PC using parts from other vendors. IBM just made the BIOS and bought the rest of the parts from other companies. During the dawn of the computer revolution, it worked well, but in my opinion it stifled innovation at least at the software level. Once Microsoft knocked off Novell (it's last OS victim) it really had no motivation to be creative (or no one to steal from). Thus, Windows 98, ME, XP, Vista. (Yes XP was great but no great leap from 2K).
The point of all that is that Apple is finally returning innovation to the personal computer realm, and I whole heartedly welcome it. They are able to do things most horizontal companies can't (even if they wanted to which they didn't until Apple) because they are more vertical. The PC industry has been stagnant for the past decade due to the big fish raking in the cash simply because they dominated the market, mainly by having the most installs. If Apple takes the market, they may do the same, but it will be a long time until they do.
Foxconn warns phones prices will rise
Salaried employees are typically excluded from labor rights (that's why they are called exempt heh). It's the hourly folks that get most of them. Salaried employees do get benefits. Both my parents were teachers and yes, it's a tough career that I almost went into (thank God I didn't). Many states do have great retirement benefits for teachers though. I'm not saying that makes up for everything else, but it's something hourly factory folks usually don't get.
If a price of a T-Shirt costs $0.99 to make and the company charges $19.99, it's tough to put the blame on the consumer. I'd bet that if the cost went up to $1.50, the retail price would be $21.49 (or probably $21.99.) Besides, there aren't many American non-slave labor textiles available these days to choose from. But yea, it's sad.
iPad spends 20% of time in bed
I put on netflix or sleep sounds when I hit the hay. It beats leaving the tv on and dreaming about infomercials.
Apple in 873-page legal claim to word 'Pod'
Legal Documents
They should limit legal documents to 1000 words or less. If you can't state your case in 1000 words or less, you're making shit up.
Steve Jobs lectures devs, dodges antitrust action
Thank You
"In Apple's paternalistic world, you're an unsophisticated child, unable to make your own decisions. It's not up to you to decide what you want. Apple will take care of that for you."
Thank you, Reg, for telling me what to think, because, you know, I wouldn't be able to decide without your help. I'm happy to join the rest of your sheeple readers.
Having said that, I'm a little concerned, as a developer, that there are restrictions. The restrictions, as they stand now, are outside the applications I am developing and have developed, but on the same token, I think it stifles creativity. I'd hate to be the guy who comes up with a great innovative idea, spends a year developing it after his work day, just to be denied.
Unfortunately, it's still the best thing going right now for freelance developers.
Ellison blasts HP 'idiots' for Hurd's exit
It has to be a smokescreen - you don't fire a guy you pay $15m / year for less than $1000 a month in dubious expenses. Not to mention the stock tanking. If I were a shareholder, I'd say it's time for a new board.
Im sure Larry expenses whatever the hell he wants.
Ballmer's 'lost generation' note finds resonance
Dude, I love the term Micros~1. That's hysterical. Gogo long file names!
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The up and down season for the Cornerstone Volleyball team was in full view on Friday night as they saw their season come to a close with a 5-set loss to cross-town foe Aquinas College. CU dropped the first set, before rallying to take a 2-1 lead only to see the Saints come back and win the final two to move on to the WHAC semifinals on Saturday. CU ends their season at 27-11 overall.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The volleyball team opens their run at the WHAC Tournament this evening against Aquinas and before the match, five different Golden Eagles will received recognition from the conference. Headlining the post-season awards is senior Cailie Schultz (SR/Rockford, Mich.) who was named First Team All-WHAC. She was one of 14 players from the 12 member schools to be voted onto the top team.
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – In the final of three WHAC Crossovers, the Cornerstone Volleyball team picked up a pair of wins over Indiana Tech and Concordia all while celebrating the final home matches for its two seniors Libby Webber (SR/Grand Rapids, Mich.) and Cailie Schultz (SR/Rockford, Mich.). The two victories lift the Golden Eagles to 27-10 on the year as they secured the fifth seed in the upcoming WHAC Tournament to be played at Davenport next weekend.
Capital One Volleyball All-District Honors
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Capital One Academic All-District Volleyball Team was announce by CoSIDA Thursday afternoon and senior Cailie Schultz (SR/Rockford, Mich.) earned the nod after being voted in by Sports Information Directors from District 1 that includes 21 states as well as the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. The middle hitter currently leads the Golden Eagles in attack percentage and is second in kills and will finish her home career Saturday against Indiana Tech and Concordia.
LIMA Ohio – With just three matches remaining in the regular season, the Cornerstone Volleyball team continues to jockey for positioning in the upcoming WHAC Tournament. Head coach Ryan Campbell and his team made a big statement today by taking down the Racers of Northwestern Ohio in five sets on the road. The victory lifts CU to 25-10 on the year and 12-8 in league play. CU wraps up play Saturday when they host Indiana Tech and Concordia.


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After one taste, folks will wonder why you didn't make these crunchy garlic-and-herb snacks sooner. The oven-baked tortilla chips get their appeal from a star-shaped cookie cutter, but other cookie cutter shapes also work nicely.
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...Theodor Severin Kittelsen, being a great representant of the Golden Age of Illustration, is one of the countless artists who received more attention and appreciation a long time after their death. I don't say "proper attention", it's still far from it.
His depictions of Scandinavian folklore creatures are said to be equally cannon to the trolls portrayed by the definitely more famous John Bauer. But, unlike Bauer, Kittelsen didn't focus just around trolls (which are, you must admit that, most of Bauer's creations - although his sudden death at young age is
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She was born in 1901 in Elberfeld, Rhine Province of the Kingdom of Prussia, as a child of Karl and Hedwig Wülfing. For her further existence and creativity, important was the fact that her parents were Theosophists (as wikipedia says: Theosophy refers to systems of esoteric philosophy concerning, or investigation seeking direct knowledge of, presumed mysteries of being and nature, particularly concerning the natur
The genius of Miyazaki - Art HistoryIf you haven't heard his name, you must have heard about at least one of his creations. So, who's Miyazaki? It's easier to say who he's not.
Hayao Miyazaki was born on the 5th of January 1941 in Bunkyo, Tokyo, as a second of four sons. His father was a director in young Miyazaki's uncle's factory producing rudders for fighter planes - this is where Hayao became highly interested in aviation, which often appears in his films.
When Miyazaki was a little kid, his mother suffered from Pott's disease (sort of tuberculosis) and spent a few years in a hospital. Some says that a very similiar motif appearing in "Tonari no Totoro" ("My neighbour Totoro") was strongly inspired by that part of his life. Also, during his childhood, Miyazaki had to change his place of residence and switch schools several times, which influenced his films a lot, too.
Golden Age of Illustration
When in the second half of the 19th century newspapers and illustrated books became popular and widespread thanks to improvements in printing technology, many artists found their base to spread their skills. The official time span of the Golden Age of Illustration is said to be from 1880s to 1920s, but it varied a little bit between Europe and America.
While European illustrators were influenced mostly by the Pre-Raphaelites, Art Nouveau and Post-Impressionists (especially by Les Nabis, a group of Parisian artists), their American colleagues focused around Howard Pyle's Brandywine School of American Illustration in the Brandywine Valley.
Amongst the most popular artists of this time we find Arthur Rackham (UK), Howard Pyle (US), Ivan Bilibin (Russia), Theodor Kittelsen (Norway), Edmund Dulac (France), John Bauer (Sweden), Beatrix Potter (UK), N.C. Wyeth (US), Sulamith Wülfing (
John Bauer and his trollsJohn Bauer's life was very short and very sad. Despite this, he left behind many illustrations that later became inspiration for loads of later artists, like Arthur Rackham, Sulamith Wülfing or Kay Nielsen. Would you like to read about him and about his trolls?
36 gloomy years
Born in 1882 in Jönköping, Sweden, he grew up with two brothers and a sister, Anna, who died very early, at the age of 13, which badly effected John and his brothers and left visible marks in their minds for the rest of their lives. Their father used to own a charcuterie and the apartment they lived in was located above the shop.
He started sketching very early in his childhood, although there is no formal date known. In 1898, when young Bauer was 16, he moved to Stockholm to study art and two years
Creepy corners of Giger's mind - Art HistoryThose of you, who haven't heard about H.R. Giger, must have heard at least about his most famous creation, which is the Alien. Thanks to his contribution in Alien movie, which was awarded with an Academy Award for Best Achievement for Visual Effects, Giger became famous worldwide and turned out to be an inspiration for many artists.
Hans Rudolf Ruedi Giger was born on the 5th of February 1940 in Switzerland. He started developing unusual interets and behaviour in his early childhood, having a habit of wearing only black clothes or making his playroom in an only room without windows in his parents' house. He spent a part of his time on constructing toys on his own... like some very nice, shiny daggers.
In the '60s, he moved to Zürich and studied Architecture and
So You Wanna be a Stocker?Welcome to the first "So You Wanna be a Stocker?" article!
I asked some of the biggest names in stock some typical questions that new stockers might have, in hopes that their answers will help stockers new and old learn a bit! I asked them different questions with some overlap in hopes of getting differing
Our interviewees today are faestock, Tasastock, and SenshiStock.
1. Is an expensive camera necessary?
Tasastock says, "No, but they are damned fun to play with! You can get a decent camera for a decent price nowadays that will shoot good quality images in the right conditions. Obviously they're not good for low-light or anything capturing movement, but if you handle them right you can make do with an ordinary camera, I've known plenty of people to do so."
SenshiStock says, "I don't know much about cameras, but the best photographs you can take are always going to be the ones that
History of April Fool's dAy!This article is written for the projecteducate's Community Week as well as ArtHistoryProject's dA Related month.
Here is a brief history of April Fool's pranks deviantART has played on it's members. Please note that information is still missing (mostly older years) - this is because some April Fool's pranks were never recorded or are lost in the millions of journals on the site.
2001 - "jark is Arrested"
jark is arrested in Disneyland for cutting in line and refusing to move to the back.
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2004 - "British Takeover"
April Fool's Day 2004 marked the day the British took over deviantART. New rules were enforced on that day, including spelling "color", "colour" and saying "Cheers guv'nor" instead of "Thank You".
"Please note that any American who uses the term "socce
Photography Troubleshooting: How to work with MistGetting the camera out, and the scarf, hat and gloves, and heading into a misty morning or hazy evening can result in the best kind of photographs. Atmospheric, moody and ultimately a fine example of whatever current season you're in - these kinds of shots present themselves at awkward moments so it's vitally important to be prepared. In previous years I've got up at the crack of dawn and ventured out with all the excitement of a young child on their first day of school - only to come home with a grazed knee and broken felt tip pens. Or rather, washed out, blurred and altogether rubbish photographs.
Fog is a popular mist - we often get confused and just term it all as fog or all as mist. It's not quite like that. It's all about the visibility, if we can see less than 1km through it then it's fog. If we can see between 1 - 2 km then it's mist. So when is the best time to catch these ground level clouds at their best? Fo
How to : Find Art ThievesPlease this journal, so that a lot of people can read it.
I noticed that a lot of people don't know how to search for their photos on the internet, so here is a short tutorial. Unfortunately there isn't much you can do about art thieves, but i still think it is important to look out for them.
1. visit Google.com
2. Go to the page of the photo you want to search and click "show image"
3. Copy the Link and paste it into google.
4. This page should open, click "search by image".
5. Now you can browse trough the results.
6. The less results the happier you should be.
EDIT : You can also use websites like : tineye.com and iqdb.com
This was pointed out to me by some people, personally i have no experience with them, but i am sure that they work too.
Project Educate: Pixel ArtThis week is to celebrate and learn more about the art of pixels. Pixel art is defined by deviantART as: "Pixel art drawing, using only the pencil tool, hand laying individual pixels one at a time, under high magnification." (But more on that later ) ClefairyKid and I have put together a week of articles and events that we hope will be informative, interesting and fun. Here is the schedule*:
The Pixel Art Community by ClefairyKid http://fav.me/d5bvdh1
Pixel art tutorials by Lyricanna http://fav.me/d5bspd5
Interview with Cyangmou by ClefairyKid
Furcadia Ports and Stamps - Categorization, where and why - by Lyricanna
Interview with Ice-Pandora by ClefairyKid
A Week in Pixel - Weekly Feature - by Lyricanna
Interview with ValaSedai by ClefairyKid
Pixel Art Critique in Communityrelations chat 3PM EST, 12PM PST
Digital Dolls and Pixel Art – Similarities and differences - by :de
10 things to ask before you draw a Children's Book
Artwork copyright © Wilson Williams, Jr.
With the growth in popularity of the e-book many authors are seeing a glimmer of hope and realizing that they can get their work out there without having to break into the velvet roped publishing house exclusive party. This means that you will begin to get even more solicitations from those authors looking for artists to bring visuals to their words.
If you have a website or have done any degree of online advertising of your artwork, you have probably gotten an e-mail with a similar message as the title. If not, you will at some point. It's best to be prepared now. For those who have gotten it, nine times out of ten you aren't sure how to respond to it, what should you ask, how do you respond?
I was tired of retyping essentially the same letter over and over again. I finally saved a template of the letter I use in this situation
PE: Learning to paint with deviantArtA lot of people want to learn to draw and paint better but they just don't know where to start. You don't need an expensive art course to learn and progress, sometimes the answers are not far away. On DeviantArt, artists not only share their artworks but many of them are willing to share their working secrets, they create tutorials and FAQ journals or simply answer to your notes if you ask them. When you know what you want to improve, searching for a good tip gets even easier.
Improve your drawings & sketches
Improve your watercolor painting
Tutorials and techniques 2It's time to refresh the tutorial journal! Added some new ones and removed those which, after some time, I found a bit misleading.
Below you'll find a list of tutorials I personally think of as the best on dA. If I have any problems with painting something I usually take a look at one of those.
Is there anything you're having troubles with? Need help looking for a good tutorial? Or maybe you'd like to see a video walk-through of me painting something?
I'm open for suggestions for what kind of tutorial/walk-through you'd like to see from me. If you're interested in anything, post your suggestions in the comments!
Poses, composition and perspective
Expressions and emotions
Colour theory, selection and mixing VS light
Blending Tutorial by acidlullaby :thumb146178
Is this a Deviation?I was in Greece visiting my family recently... and after everyone went to sleep, I couldn't. I knew there was a beauty outside that I rarely have a chance to see. And a deep, primal hunger drove my need to be outside to breathe in.
It was pitch dark. I couldn't see anything but the stars and maybe the driveway lights. But my camera can see so much more.
That's the milky way coming just about almost out of that chimney of the little house where I was staying.
Shooting star!
Is this a deviation?
How to: Make thumbs big in features?I get this asked a lot!
Back when they introduced sta.sh, I didn't really use it. Because it seemed hard to get used to. I always wrote my articles in the old way.
Then I toyed with it a little and noticed that is is something really awesome!
Not to mention that the only way to make articles and journals is through Sta.sh Writer.
So I assume not so many if you know that there is a way to make thumbs big!
That is actually pretty easy. All you have to do is add big in front of a thumb code!
For example:
: thumb159252268 :
This is the "regular" size
: bigthumb159252268 :
This is the big size
Of course: without the spaces between the colon ( : )
But this is not what I wanted to show
Fancy Features with sta.sh Writer
Go to your Sta.sh!
After that, hit the
Leonardo da Vinci's Anatomical DrawingsIf getting your gear together and heading out for an evening of life drawing sounds like more trouble than it's worth, consider what Leonardo da Vinci endured for the sake of educating his own singular vision.
Rumors of da Vinci resorting to grave robbery persist to this day, but the truth is that he was allowed to dissect and study corpses at the Hospital of Santa Maria Nuova in Florence.
Leonardo da Vinci's studies of the human skull in 1489 borrowed three-dimensional drawing techniques from architecture that had never been seen applied to anatomical studies before. A new technical vocabulary for anatomical drawings was created and da Vinci's sketches in plan, section, elevation, and perspective marked a massive progression in how the body was documented.
Criticized for his undertaking, Leonardo passionately defended the purpos
Surprise! Let's talk about Feedback Taboos!Hello, everyone!
Surprise, surprise! I'm PizzaPotatoNBacon, and I'm using this tasty article labeled as "Small Surprise #2" to cover an equally surprising topic. A topic so surprising yet so indulging, you'll have no idea why they let an insane person like me write it. Ladies and gentlemen, I introduce you to "Feedback Taboos"!
"What are these so called 'Feedback Taboos?" you are asking.
Giving Feedback on amazing artworks that don't need improvement
Giving Feedback on an art form you're not familiar with
Giving Feedback on Articles And Tutorials
Why are they considered taboos? Because they may seem 1. too hard to do, 2. too far-fetched, or 3. just outright pointless. Sure, not doing these taboos does not seem like a big deal, but it is. They are all helpful in a whole, yet rarely done, if not done at all. Feedback, as long as it's constructive and helpful, is good, regardless of the submission it was made on.
PE: Power of PerspectivePE: Power of Perspective
Perspective is the angle and depth of a piece of art. Changing perspective allows for drastic differences. There is more than one kind of perspective, and all of them allow for more dynamic pieces of art if used correctly.
There are three common choices, and these are explained later.
Usually perspective deals with how close things appear, and correctly rendering perspective adds depth to an image and increases the impact of the composition.
One Point Perspective
One point perspective is where there is one vanishing point in a piece. . A vanishing point is essentially the in-the-distance-until-you-can'
t-see anymore point.
You see this perspective often, images of roads, or landscape often have one point perspective.
Examples of one point perspective:
Contest: Crossovers! As kids, we often mashed our toys together, regardless of Copyright. Superman would take command of G.I. Joe to defeat the combined forces of Doctor Doom and the Decepticons, while Barbie took a break from her idealistic lifestyle to become a Pokemon master. And the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles got recruited into Starfleet and taught Spock the wonders of pizza. (And from the furor arose Mister Rogers in a blood-stained sweater.)
And thus, the Crossover was born. It's something we never really outgrew, either. To this day, seeing our favorite characters from different stories meet and compete is a guilty pleasure that we all like to indulge in. So now's your chance to indulge yourselves for prizes!
PapercuttingsPapercutting is an art form that has been seen all over the world, adapted to regional styles based on cultures. It should come as no surprise that the Chinese have the earliest forms of papercutting currently known to us as the 'ancestor to paper' has been found in China. This was dated as far back as 2nd century B.C. and is considered as important as their discovery of printmaking, gunpowder and the compass.
Thessatoria's It's Your Life
Naturally as paper spread throughout the world this art form evolved, spreading all over the Far East through to the Middle East. For example Japanese Kirigami where origami folds are cut and Indian Sanjhi.
This art form is popular to this very day, take renowned British artist Rob Ryan, which I am sure many of you here would have at least seen his work before! His work has been seen printed over everything you can think of, kitchenware, clothes, books and probably more!
How to improve your skills in close-up-photographySince many people asked me how I take my pictures and why they are so "special", I would like to tell you how I manage things when I take pictures.
I. Finding the location
When I go outside to take pictures of nature, I do barely have any concepts in my mind. I just go and let nature inspire me. The first important step is finding a location.It is not that difficult to find an interesting background. I personally do prefer backgrounds which are not monochrome. Many shades of light (light and dark contrasts or different colors) make your picture interesting, no matter if the final result will be monochrome or colorful in the end.I look out for locations where not many people are. Like a big meadow in front of a house or a field or forests. (Forests do have the special plus that it does almost always have different light shadings I mentioned in 2).
II. Know your possibilities!
You have found your favourite location? Great! Many people do the mistake to
Art History: John William Waterhouse:iconarthistoryproject: :iconcommunityrelations:
A man of some mystery John William Waterhouse, most affectionately known throughout his lifetime as 'Nino" was born in Rome to his English parents William and Isabella during the wonder years of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood who set the art world alight.
It was his Italian beginnings that first influenced his artistic style as a young man first at school in Leeds, then later at his fathers studio in London where he entered the coveted Royal Academy of Arts at the age of 21, not as a painter; but as a sculptor. Six months later his probationary term ended and he was fully enrolled as a student leading to his first painting exhibits.
"Undine" 1872, oil on canvas and "Gone but not Forgotten" 1873, oil on canvas - shows Wa
Resource Roundup #6The Resource Roundup is a regular feature showcasing some of the best resources deviantART members share with the world!
Whether you're a beginning artist or seasoned pro, deviantART's Resources Gallery is an inspirational and beneficial asset for art creation. Take a look at a few of the incredible submissions below – they might help enhance your next artistic creation!
Spring is closer than you think. Let Resource Roundup help you combat Springtime allergies by creating some awesome pollen-free art!
Stock Images
Photoshop Brushes
Spring Sketches Brushes by redheadstock Dandelions and Seeds Brushes by redheadstock Butterfly Brushes by VampyreGoddess Butterfly Brushes II by hawksmont Photoshop 7.0 Flower Brushes 2 by daniesque Flower brushes by camilla917
GIMP Brushes
Daisy Brushes -for The GIMP by BaNaNA-BOi Shamrock Brushes by webgoddess 16 Cloud Brushes For Gimp by darkdissolution GIMP Flower Brushes by Project-GimpBC Origami Paper Flower Brushes by Tumbril sakura brushes by ayaan :thumb153
Need textures?We had a feature of drawing references yesterday, so let's take a look at textures now. I must admit that I'm a total freak when it comes to this topic. I love textures, I love making them and I love seeing them everywhere. In this feature I'll also include some tutorials, traditional and digital, so you could learn how to make some on your own.
Metallic Green Textures by Gypsy-Stock
Old Paper Texture Pack by nevermoregraphixold paper stock 03 by ftouriniWood Texture by TammySueSeamless desert sand texture by hhh316
yellow texture by raregirl86yellow cracks texture by ftourini-stockold map by Meltys-stockYellow fabrics by 10grams-stock
Merlin by dazzle-texturesBurnt Orange Patterns Part2 by WebTreatsETCOrange Grunge by R2krw9
Red Velvet Textures by RockStockRed Clouds Texture by JRMB-Stock:thumb97407126:
:thumb276819046:Pink Stripes Texture by emothic-stock:thumb110124321::thumb116788933:
:thumb154539504:purple texture by raregirl86Paper Pack 6 by dierat:thumb167329623:
old victorian blue by ClarabellafaireStockMore Cement Floors by GreenEyezz-stockvintage blue texture by beckastexture 140 by Sirius-sdz
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PHOTOS: Lake-effect snow buries Western New York
Lake-effect snow pummeled areas around Buffalo for a second straight day, leaving residents stuck in their homes as officials tried to clear massive snow mounds with another storm looming.
PHOTOS: Colorado Avalanche beat the Carolina Hurricanes, 4-3
Colorado Avalanche took on the Carolina Hurricanes at the Pepsi Center Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, in Denver.
PHOTOS: Valor Christian defeated Grandview, 14-7
Valor Christian defeated Grandview 14-7, Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Legacy Stadium in Aurora, Colorado to advance in the 5A State Playoffs.
PHOTOS: A magnitude-6.8 earthquake struck near Nagano, Japan
A strong earthquake late Saturday struck a mountainous area of central Japan that hosted the 1998 Winter Olympics, knocking down at least 10 homes in a ski resort town and injuring more than 20 people, officials said.
PHOTOS: CSU Rams rout New Mexico, 58-20
Colorado State Rams defeated the New Mexico Lobos 58-20 at Sonny Lubick Field at Hughes Stadium November 22, 2014.
PHOTOS: Denver Nuggets top the New Orleans Pelicans 117-97
The Nuggets have been an ever-improving defensive team in the last week, evident again in an easy-looking 117-97 win over New Orleans at the Pepsi Center on Friday night.
Video: Denver Broncos Emmanuel Sanders probable for Miami. Mike Klis and Troy Renck report
Denver Broncos beat writers Mike Klis and Troy Renck with the latest from a tumultuous week at Dove Valley in preparation for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins. Coaches, the offensive line and running game have all been under fire since the loss to St. Louis.
PHOTOS: 2014 Pictures of the Year from Agence France Presse
A selection from AFP Pictures Of The Year from 2014.
PHOTOS: The 15th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards
The 15th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 20, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada.


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This Aussie TV spot reminds us that not only do the finer points of public policy debates go over some people's heads, but many Americans don't even know the major religion of Israel; nor, for that matter, do they know how many sides a triangle has.
Oy vey.
Hat tip: Taytv.com:
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Joliet American Legion Band - Sounds of Christmas
The award-winning Joliet American Legion Band presents, "Sounds of Christmas." Enriched with tradition, military sharpness and musical integrity, these musicians are dedicated to bring you a quality performance with their tremendously rousing musical spirit. Start time is 2pm. Non-perishable food items collected Nov. 29th, Dec. 8th, 10th & 12th.
CITY: Joliet
Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Family Pops Concert- Music From the Movies
Attend the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra Family Pops Concert performance of Music From the Movies. Revel in the drama of music from Star Wars, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean and Indiana Jones performed live! 3pm show time, tickets are $55, $45, $35, $25 & Student with ID $15.
CITY: Joliet
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis
Don't miss this American holiday tradition, as this year marks the 30th Anniversary of the group's annual tour. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. 8pm start time, tickets are $69, $59 & $54.
CITY: Joliet
Earth Day at the Oaks
Celebrate the Earth with activities, presenters, games, lunch, and more!
CITY: Olympia Fields
Musher Mania
Come learn about the Siberian Husky, the Iditarod, & the sport of mushing, then watch dog sled demos with the Siberian Husky Club of Greater Chicago. Some activities include:"human mushing," snowshoe races, roasting marshmallows, warming tent, pet a husky puppy. Outside vendors & exhibitors include, photos with a sled dog, ice sculpting, food vendors.
CITY: Monee
The Hit Men - former Stars of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
This is a must-see show for those who loved Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, Tommy James and the Shondells, Carly Simon, Cat Stevens, Elton John & Jim Croce. Come see The Hit Men, an amazing look back through rock and roll history featuring former members of these mega-star acts performing your favorite songs -- from "Oh What a Night", "Who Loves You", "Sherry" and many other Four Seasons hits to "PeaceTrain", "Crocodile Rock", "Leroy Brown" and "Mony Mony." Relive the glory days of rock and roll with The Hit Men. 8pm show time, ticket prices are $69, $56, $46, $36 & $26.
CITY: Joliet
Christkindl Weekend
Experience the old world charm of a German Christkindl celebration. Horsedrawn wagon rides, St. Nickolas, lantern parade, carolers, music, cookie decorating and more.
CITY: Frankfort
The Philadelphia Story
The Lord family of Philadelphia is getting ready for a wedding! A merry mix-up of who is who at the house is just the beginning as reporters try to get the story and our bride tries to find her way to a normal life and we get to find out who she eventually walks down the aisle with! F-Sa 7:30PM; Su 2PM.
CITY: Chicago Heights
Von Heideke's Chicago Festival Ballet - The Nutcracker
The holiday tradition continues as The Nutcracker returns to the Rialto Square Theatre. This holiday favorite fairytale is perfect for the entire family. The magical production features lavish costumes, a growing Christmas tree, a battle between mice and soldiers, a journey through the land of whirling snowflakes and a joyous visit to the Kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Keep the holiday spirit alive and enjoy this breathtaking performance.
CITY: Joliet
Winter Wonderland with Mandy Barnett
Acclaimed recording artist and performer Mandy Barnett celebrates the warmth and joy of the holiday season, featuring classic ballads like White Christmas, I'll Be Home For Christmas, and Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, along with spirited standards like Jingle Bell Rock, A Holly Jolly Christmas, Marshmallow World, and Winter Wonderland. Barnett's robust delivery on her contemporary yet retro-sounding country and pop-tinged material harkens back to the likes of all-time great female singers and timeless sounds. Among the many publications praising Barnett's talents, the Los Angeles Times has heralded her pipes of steel,big, brassy voice and vintage-sounding arrangements. USA Today calls Barnett one of the finest classic country and torch singers to come out of Nashville. Here, Barnett takes her cue from the enduring Christmases of the golden era -- imagine the smooth and sophisticated sounds of Perry Como, Brenda Lee, Burl Ives, and Connie Francis updated with Barnett's soaring, sparkling vocals. Barnett's commanding voice and stage presence are sure to put you in the holiday spirit! $24. 7:30PM.
CITY: Park Forest
Tea with Santa
For the ninth year, Santa will visit the Pickwick Society Tea Room one Sunday during December for a family friendly day. Start a new tradition or keep an established tradition alive, visit Santa at the Pickwick. Santa will be on hand to listen to children's requests. Bring your camera to capture this unique event. Reservations are required and tables fill quickly so call as soon as you are able. 12-3PM.
CITY: Frankfort
The Mad Hatter's Ball
Tall Grass Arts Association presents The Mad Hatter's Ball, 57th Annual Beaux Arts Ball. Hat contest and a whole lot of dancing makes it the perfect Ball. 6PM.
CITY: Glenwood
Tinley Park Golf Expo
Build your business at Chicago's Newest Consumer Golf Show! Connect with golfers from Illinois and NW Indiana in Chicagoland's most beautiful, recently expanded, state-of-the-art facility. Free Parking; Just north of I-80 on Harlem (IL 43); Easy access to I-294, I-355 & all major expressways.
CITY: Tinley Park
Christmas at the Brewery
Join us for delightful holiday menu specials all day. Beginning at 4PM we will offer free horse-drawn carriage rides for our diners through charming downtown Flossmoor, all decked out with holiday lights. Santa and his trusty sidekick, Jingles, will pose for free pictures with children and listen to their secret wishes. The night will be cozy, musical and full of holiday magic! Join us for our most treasured tradition. Reservations are welcome but not necessary,holiday spirit is required! For more information, please call 708-957-2739 or visit www.flossmoorstation.com. 4-8PM.
CITY: Flossmoor
Salt Creek Ballet's The Nutcracker
A magical tale featuring Tchaikovsky's enchanting score, a brand new set & costumes along with waltzing flowers, giant mice, and the Sugar Plum Fairy. A delightful holiday tradition for all ages! 1PM & 5PM.
CITY: University Park
Santa 5K/Santa Stroll 1/Mile Walk
Imagine 400 Santas identically dressed running or strolling throughout downtown Joliet! This was an event presented by the JTHS Alumni Association in November of 2014 with the inaugural untimed family Santa Run 5K/Santa Stroll 1/Mile walk. All registered participants receive a five-piece Santa suit to keep that included the hat, beard, jacket, belt and pants. Stroll starts Saturday, November 29, at 9 a.m. The start and finish line is at JT Central High School.
CITY: Joliet
350 Brewing Company
Nano brewery specializing in small, hand-crafted batches of classic beer styles with a twist. Every beer is brewed on-site. Limited food menu. Drink local. Beer is good.
CITY: Tinley Park
Stoney Point Grill
Live Video Gaming, Off-Track Betting, 5 Star Restaurant, Jukebox, 50 TVs (All Sports), official Blackhawks Bar, Party Room, Carry-Out, Family Friendly, Outdoor Seating, Full Service Bar.
CITY: Mokena
Holiday Happenings
Holiday activities throughout the village; lunch with Santa; children's activities; trolley rides; craft and bake sales; performing groups; living nativity; evening light parade; pancake breakfast.
CITY: Thornton
Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair
Sparklers Cheer Team hosts a craft and vendor fair for unique holiday shopping. Avon, Tupperware, Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, Lia Sophia, Miche, Homemade Jewelry and Crafts, baked goods, split the pot raffle and items to be raffled off and much much more. Free admission and concessions available.
CITY: Oak Forest
White Street Cafe
White Street Cafe is a family owned business located in charming Frankfort, IL. We offer delicious food that features high quality ingredients and reasonable prices.
CITY: Frankfort
Frankfort Area Historical Society
Small museum with unique display areas and photographs of Frankfort memorabilia.
CITY: Frankfort
Park Forest Historical Society Archive
Park Forest Local History Collection and Archive. Documents, photographs, video, and newspapers on historic Park Forest, 1946. Some items are on the early history of the region. It is best to call ahead to speak to the archivist. Some information is available at the Park Forest Public Library.
CITY: Park Forest
Museum of the Matteson Hisotrical Society
History and artifacts of the Matteson area; obituaries, maps, oral histories, library of antique books and newspaper clippings.
CITY: Matteson


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Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair, Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, 2400 Airport Ave. Gates open 5 p.m. and close 10 p.m. Ages 4-54 $7, 55 and older $5,
Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, 19053 Mount Pony Road, Culpeper. "Total Recall" (1990): In 2084, a construction worker on Earth willingly submits to a "vacation memory transplant" to the planet Mars, only to find himself hunted by killers
Carolina Shag Dancing, Shannon's Bar & Grille, 2801 Plank Road, Fredericksburg. Sponsored by Battlefield Boogie Club. Free lessons at 7:30 p.m., dance until 10 p.m. 540/786-8321.
Music on the Green, The Village Green, The Village at Towne Centre, Spotsylvania. The Brencore Allstars, rhythm and blues. 7-9 p.m. Free. Bring a chair. 540/786-6660.
"Phantom," Riverside Center Dinner Theater, 95 Riverside Parkway, Falmouth. Doors open at 6 p.m., play begins at 8 p.m. Runs through Oct. 14. 540/370-4300.
Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair, Fredericksburg Fairgrounds. See Aug. 2 listing.
First Friday Gallery Openings. Openings and entertainment at Fredericksburg-area galleries. Free. 540/373-1776.
History at Sunset Tour: "The Bone Collectors." Meet at Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center.
Ballroom Social, Marshall Center, 8800 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. 7:30-9 p.m.
Artist Preservation Group Fundraising Show, Fredericksburg Hospitality House, 2801 Plank Road. Exhibition and competition of military miniature and models, work of historical artist Keith Rocco, auction, seminar. Runs through Aug. 5. 540/343-2241; artistpreservationgroup.com.
Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. Double feature: "Employees' Entrance" (1933): During the Great Depression, an unscrupulous NYC department store manager stops at nothing to get what he wants--but how far will he go, and will he get away with it? With Warren William and Loretta Young. Black-and-white. "Diplomaniacs" (1933): A pacifistic Indian tribe sends two zany barbers to be its envoys at the Peace Conference in Geneva. With Bert Wheeler and Robert Woolsey. Black-and-white. See Aug. 2 listing.
Foreigner, Celebrate Virginia Live, near the Expo Center and Wegmans, Gordon W. Shelton Boulevard. Gates open 6 p.m. $16.50 in advance, $22 at the gate; celebratevirginialive.com.
Enjoy the cool sounds of Sabor Afrocubano this Friday night during the Music at the Museum free concert series in Market Square. The group will perform their mix of cha-cha, rumba, salsa and original "Latinized" standard jazz tunes from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is also free to the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center,


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Ram 1500 Performance
The 2014 Ram 1500 impresses reviewers with its range of strong engines, including a new-for-2014 and class-exclusive turbodiesel engine. They also like its comfortable ride, which some say is the most car-like in the segment.
- "No full-size pickup drives more like a car than the 2014 Ram 1500." -- Kelley Blue Book
- "Whether jockeying in city traffic or merging onto a fast-running freeway, the 2014 Ram 1500 moves swiftly and smoothly with any of the three available engines." -- Edmunds
- "Wind and road noise is impressively low, even at highway speeds. The V6 and 5.7-liter engines get vocal under heavy acceleration, but both quiet down nicely at a steady-state clip." -- Consumer Guide (2013)
- "Thanks to its exquisite eight-speed automatic transmission and Chrysler's jack-of-all trades Pentastar V6, the 1500's fuel economy, features and capability far exceed other V6 full-size pickups." -- Detroit Free Press (2013)
Acceleration and Power
The Ram 1500 comes standard with a 3.6-liter V6 that produces 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. New for 2014 is an optional turbodiesel 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 240 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. Also optional is a 5.7-liter V8 that puts out 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard on the base V6 and turbodiesel models. A six-speed automatic is standard and the eight-speed transmission is optional on V8-powered models. The Ram 1500 earns up to an EPA-estimated 18/25 mpg city/highway, which is good for the class.
Reviewers say the base Ram 1500 has plenty of power, though some note that diesel and V8 models are quicker on the highway. Test drivers are impressed with the turbodiesel's ample torque, and say that the diesel-powered Ram 1500 has plenty of power for merging onto and passing on the highway. Most test drivers say that the eight-speed automatic is better than the six-speed transmission, since it shifts quickly and easily delivers more power when needed.
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- "One of the best things about driving the new diesel-powered 2014 Ram 1500 is that you'll barely notice any difference compared with the gasoline-powered versions in normal driving. The cabin remains peaceful, and typical of diesels, there's plenty of thrust for merging and passing, and it's accessible from low rpm." -- Edmunds
- "The V6's horsepower compares reasonably well to most other automakers' smaller V8s. It can't match their torque, however. That leads to somewhat challenged acceleration on the highway and at midrange speeds. It's one of the truck's few shortcomings." -- Detroit Free Press (2013)
- "You might think with that many gears the 8-speed would be tripping all over itself, constantly swapping gears to find the optimal ratio. But the reality is this gearbox does a great job of quickly zeroing in on the right ratio with its five closely spaced middle gears for any given throttle position, road speed, or load -- much better than the old gearbox handled just six cogs. The wider selection of ratios helps keep the engine running at its most efficient rpm. The 8-speed's shifts are milliseconds quick and seamless to boot." -- Motor Trend (2013)
- "The 5.7 V8 is stronger yet, with impressive muscle for launches and abundant passing reserves." -- Consumer Guide (2013)
Handling and Braking
The Ram 1500 comes standard with rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive is optional. Unlike most trucks, the Ram 1500's standard rear suspension setup uses coils, which reviewers say provide a more comfortable and composed ride. An adjustable air suspension that can raise and lower the Ram 1500 is optional. Test drivers say that in addition to offering a smooth ride, this option aids fuel economy by lowering the Ram 1500 at highway speeds and improving off-road ability when raised. Test drivers say the Ram 1500's steering is direct and responsive, requiring light effort at slow parking lot speeds, and that its brakes stop the truck smoothly. As is the case with many large vehicles, one reviewer cautions that the Ram 1500 is not especially nimble through turns and can be tricky to maneuver in tight spaces.
- "Instead of leaf springs for the rear suspension, the Ram 1500 has a multi-link layout with coil springs, with benefits in ride comfort and handling. Optionally available is an air-spring suspension and, while the ride quality difference between the two might be difficult to detect, the air suspension gives other advantages: Its load-leveling and variable ride-height enhances fuel economy, reduces load-in height, allows easier entry and exit, and provides increased ground clearance for severe off-road conditions." -- Kelley Blue Book
- "From the driver seat, the Ram feels more refined than its competitors, as its ride quality is smoother and steering more precise than you'd expect in a full-size truck. Running at speed on the freeway, the Ram 1500 is impressively quiet and composed thanks to its coil-spring rear suspension, making it well suited for long-distance drives." -- Edmunds
- "Likewise, the brakes are solid and confident. While they lack the initial bite of stoppers found on the Ford F-150, the Ram 1500 delivers a more linear pedal with positive feedback." -- Autoblog (2013)
- "A full-size pickup is a big boy; the word 'agile' does not come to mind, something essentially true of any truck in this class. Turning circles range up to 45 feet-not what you'd call parking-ramp handy-and a long wheelbase can be a handicap in really lumpy off-roading." -- Car and Driver (2013)
Towing and Hauling
When properly equipped, the Ram 1500 can tow up to 10,450 pounds and haul up to 1,930 pounds, which aren't quite as good as the ratings of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 and Ford F-150. Reviewers say that all three engines give the Ram 1500 plenty of power for towing trailers without major strain. Test drivers say the eight-speed automatic transmission keeps the engine in its power band without revving too high while the Ram 1500 is towing, and that the optional air suspension keeps the truck stable.
- "Of course, only lunatics like us will drive the 1500 EcoDiesel like a sports car. Playing the more suitable role of tow vehicle, it feels as relaxed as a slugger working with a 3-0 count. We had the opportunity to hook up 3,000 lbs. worth of boat and trailer, and can report that, while acceleration was predictably blunted, the truck otherwise seemed barely fazed, moving with a sense of steely inevitability." -- Left Lane News
- "Gearchanges from the eight-speed automatic are imperceptible, so the transmission never feels busy, as you might expect with so many gears. It's also a benefit when towing, as there are more ratios available to achieve an ideal engine rpm, and it could even limit your need to get a different axle ratio." -- Edmunds
- "Properly set up - in other words, with the V8 and air suspension - the Ram really shines as a tow rig. Most of the gadgets that make it so great pulling a boat or camper across tarmac would make me nervous thrashing the truck offroad, but aside from the fact that the acceleration is damped, you can't even tell the load is there. The Pentastar-powered truck boasts solid towing capability, too." -- Jalopnik (2013)
- "Towing was part of the experience in Tennessee, with V-6 Rams hitched up to various hefty trailer loads-a boat, a Bobcat, a large enclosed trailer-and the new truck handled them all smoothly, with no hint of strain." -- Car and Driver (2013)
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The time for spring cleaning is here! For many families, each year brings a new heap of toys, gadgets, books, and puzzles. When it comes to organizing children's items, storage containers need to be easy to use, yet strong enough to stand up to piles of heavy, oddly shaped items. Whether parents are looking to round up an ever-growing collection of stuffed animals, or need a central place for all those Legos and crayons, The Giggle Guide® likes these neat solutions from 3 Sprouts, Resource International, Jonti-Craft and Little Zookeepers that are durable, kid-friendly, and fit beautifully into any home décor.
Imagine you create a dream and witness it come true 20 years later. That is the "gift" author Irene Klitzner has just witnessed. Attitude Pie Children's Clothing Company is proud to present Sean Michael K. Whistles the Wrong Way!, a wonderful children's storybook that will have your littlest customers giggling with delight. Sean takes a journey of imagination through many whacky experiences as he learns to whistle OUT, not IN.
Children's club was a big success! We haven't attended in NYC regularly for the past 5 years and are just now starting to build a schedule to attend every March and October show. Lots of our clients who missed us are excited to be ordering again, especially from our new collection of extremely affordable styles.
We're still committed to being made in USA using natural materials and fun-tastic designs. If you missed us last week, you can still get the catalog, just email
If you are not currently a Daily Candy Kids subscriber please do so soon! Daily Candy Kids offers parents around the US the latest and greatest in kids apparel, gear and so much more, http://www.dailycandy.com/kids/all-cities/
BBs Tees DIY Printable Party Kits will be featured this Monday! We are so excited to be a part of such a great publication!
We'll be featured in Dallas, Atlanta, Miami, Philly, Seattle, Boston and Washington DC!
Thanks Daily Candy Kids for seeing our party kit concept as a great addition to your publication!
Read about aacua by maamam in Kiwi and Fit Pregnancy Magazine.
aacua by maamam is being featured in both Kiwi and Fit Pregnancy Magazine in their April/May edition. We also are appearing in their March and April Kiwi Scoop Newsletter, Moms Meet Newsletter and Online both on their homepage and in their Green Moms Meet Section. Check it out…. we are VERY excited to introduce aacua to lots of new moms !
Personalized gifts and creative DIY kits are a popular trend at baby showers and children's birthday parties. A custom-made gift adds sentimental value, turning the gift into a treasured keepsake that commemorates both the recipient and the thoughtful giver. Meyamo invites consumers to be a part of the creative process by customizing gifts with its iron-on transfers. Available in a wide array of designs — from cute alphabet letters to charming scenes — iron-on transfers from Meyamo can be used to customize everything from t-shirts and bibs to bedding and paper. Let the fun begin!
Decorating a baby's nursery is a project filled with possibilities that adds to the excitement and anticipation of the child's arrival. Paint, window treatments and art on the walls are meant to provide babies with an uplifting environment including plenty of colors and images to keep them entertained. However, accidents can happen, and pretty decorations may pose a danger if they are too easily pulled off the wall by an admiring, young art lover. Luckily, there's a safe and fun alternative to wood and plastic decorations: soft wall décor by Loveable Creations.
Looking for a wy to honor a soon to be big brother or sister? BBs Tees…A Sibling Celebratin can help you make becoming an older brother or sister a little easier and a whole lot of fun!
We offer a Printable DIY Party Kit, so you can honor your soon to be Big Brother/Big Sister!! We all want our children to feel special before the new baby comes home and we provide you with all
the tools to do it!
Our Party Kit includes the following templates, which you print out yourself or you can have your local office supply do it for you.
Cupcake Toppers/Wrappers
"Made in the USA" is a declaration stamped on goods made in America — a hallmark that instills pride in the heart of the manufacturer and confidence in the mind of the consumer… and so it should, because turning a product over in our hands to reveal the "Made in the USA" label sets an expectation that the item represents quality and value. Meet four terrific manufacturers who embrace "Made in the USA": PAIGELAUREN baby, ROCK ME!, Sara Kety Baby & Kids, and BabyFeet Jewelry.
Along with the joy and pride of welcoming a new little being into the world, expectant parents are also charged with the exciting task of designing an inviting nursery for their bundle of joy. Long departed are the days where choices for nursery décor were limited to fluffy bunnies or yellow ducks. The world of nursery décor has evolved to include a vast array of styles from modern to traditional, French country to shabby chic. In the world of nursery décor products, Martinek BéBé, The Rug Market, Kristaben, and New Arrivals, Inc. are some fantastic brands that stand out for their quality, attention to detail, and designer style.
BBs Tees is proud to announce the launch of our Sibling Plates! We have been receiving rave reviews from stores as well as the media. We are being featured this month thru January in Pregnancy Magazine with our Big Sister Fleur De Lis Plate! These plates will serve up lots of love to your child. It is dishwasher safe and kids love eating their meals on them!
The plates may be purchased as is or you can also have them personalized with your child's name.
Believe it or not, Spring 2011 is right around the corner. Here at Attitude Pie we have been busy baking up our Delicious Popsicle Collection is the dreamiest ever!!
Be sure to check out the Hot Fiesta Collection which includes the Rumba Tutu Dresses, Cha Cha Skeggins sets, Salsa Pettiskirts Sets, and Our New Party Girl Pettis and Tango Dresses! We have been very busy baking up a storm for your customers and hope you find lots of goodies for your store!