Sunday, October 26, 2014

Blog 4

My favorite sound recording of 2014 would have to be the Lido Remix to Disclosure's original song Latch. I already love the original House version of Latch. However, I love the mellow beat to this Love Trap version as well. I love remixes because artist always put their own creative input to an original song that doesn't make it "better," it just may fit your personal taste in music better. I originally heard this version on Soundcloud.com.


My favorite "oldie" would have to be Torn by Natalie Imbruglia. I like this song because this would have to be one of my first memory of enjoying music. It brings back great memories as a little girl.

Sunday, October 19, 2014

Blog 3

  • Name: Deuxluxe
  • Concept: Deuxluxe is a magazine to share information about the latest beauty, hair, and fashion trends and tips. It also promotes local underground artist, fashionistas, hair stylists, and makeup gurus. All about art, creativity, and self-expression in the Bay Area culture!
  • Readers: demographics- teens to young adults, females, living in the Bay Area. psychographics- independent women willing to express their own creativity, fashion, beauty, makeup, and music. 
  • Competitors: Seventeen, Vogue, Cosmo, Nylon, GQ
  • Advertisers: Nasty Gal, FIDM, Whatthehellz.com, Aritzia, IMATS
  • Articles: "Last Minute Halloween Costumes",  "Best dark lip shade for the occasion", "Grow luscious locks in time for the holidays", "How to style: Floppy Hats", "Style File: Get to know local Fashionistas"


Saturday, October 11, 2014

Blog 2

Flight by Sherman Alexie
http://www.amazon.com/Flight-A-Novel-Sherman-Alexie/dp/0802170374

This book was influential because it goes through important violent moments in American history. What I read in this book, from history with Native Americans to the Civil War, stayed with me because it was terrifying and devastating moments. It sad that these things actually happened, but America has learned from all these times.

Looking For Alaska by John Green
http://www.amazon.com/Flight-A-Novel-Sherman-Alexie/dp/0802170374

This book was influential because it documents how an anti-social teenager goes to a boarding school to pursue the "greater perhaps." He then meets an outgoing girl who teaches him to be spontaneous. This book stayed with me because it influence you to break out of your shell, stick to your own beliefs, but to not be afraid to be adventurous.

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
http://www.amazon.com/Flight-A-Novel-Sherman-Alexie/dp/0802170374

This book was influential to me because at the time I read this book my Freshman year in high school, I've never read a book like it. Although the book ends with one friend murdering the other, there was a good reason behind it. It was a tough decision and action, but he truly cared about his friend and did it for the better.