Saturday, December 11, 2010
~Sugar time~
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Lovely season
Winter is here for real. I love winter (well, I guess that goes for every season O_o). I love to stay inside doing things like sitting in front of the fireplace, drinking tea, drawing and day-dreaming. But it's just as nice going outside to enjoy the cold breeze and changed scenery. I went outside the other day, to attempt spending the night in the woods. We collected firewood, put up a camp and everything. But after 5 hours of freezing, I cowardly returned home to a warm shower.. waah! Failed!
Photo by Joachim Restad.
I'm really happy at the moment. I feel there are so many things to look forward to. And also, I'm picking up my Cintiq tomorrow! \o/
I'm really happy at the moment. I feel there are so many things to look forward to. And also, I'm picking up my Cintiq tomorrow! \o/
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Wow...
I just ordered the Wacom Cintiq! I'm sooo happy.
For so long I've felt like I wasn't really able to express my digital drawings the way I wanted them to be. Drawing with a mouse isn't always that easy, and it takes _alot_ of time and precision. And still, it's hard to get the result you want.
I havn't worked with that much digital pictures the last 1-2 years.. I rather draw sketches with pencils etc. Basically because I feel I get a better result when I draw irl, and not digitally with a mouse.
I've been wanting a wacom tablet for such a long time, but they are quite expensive, and I never bought one because I didn't really like the idea of having to watch the screen while drawing on the tablet. I've tried it, and it's like I don't get the "connection" I do when I draw on regular paper with a pencil.
So, I came over wacom tablets with built in digital screens! That is, you can draw ON the screen! Actually, I've known about them for a long time, but I never really considerated buying one, because of the price.
But now, as I'm working and being able to save up money, I decided to buy one..
\o/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeJmnJkP1tg&feature=related
For so long I've felt like I wasn't really able to express my digital drawings the way I wanted them to be. Drawing with a mouse isn't always that easy, and it takes _alot_ of time and precision. And still, it's hard to get the result you want.
I havn't worked with that much digital pictures the last 1-2 years.. I rather draw sketches with pencils etc. Basically because I feel I get a better result when I draw irl, and not digitally with a mouse.
I've been wanting a wacom tablet for such a long time, but they are quite expensive, and I never bought one because I didn't really like the idea of having to watch the screen while drawing on the tablet. I've tried it, and it's like I don't get the "connection" I do when I draw on regular paper with a pencil.
So, I came over wacom tablets with built in digital screens! That is, you can draw ON the screen! Actually, I've known about them for a long time, but I never really considerated buying one, because of the price.
But now, as I'm working and being able to save up money, I decided to buy one..
\o/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeJmnJkP1tg&feature=related
Friday, October 29, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Autumn and H!P
Been a while since last time.. now autumn is already here. But I don't mind as I find this is a lovely season. Fresh, cold air which somehow wakes you up after a long and lazy summer.I love the smell of autumn.
I'd like to say "nothing much has happened", but I hate that expression as it's seldom true. Ofcourse alot of things happens.. all the time, everday! But, I think it's hard to come up with anything interesting to write about. Life has been going on as usual. Still working, enjoying my freetime and dreaming of a future as an illustrator, animator or something in that direction. But we'll see.. the future is always uncertain, and I'm glad it is.
Oh..and I've discovered Ebay! Well.. I always knew about Ebay.. but I havn't really checked into it.. until now recently. Been reciving small "gifts" in my mailbox for some weeks now. Cheap "gifts" that is.. So I'm not emptying my bank account by using Ebay - which is why I love it! Nice quality items for a small price. I advice you to check it out \(^u^)/
I'd like to introduce my favorite music.When I think of it, this music is a big part of my life. I've listened to it since I was about 15 years old.. that's 7 years already! The music I'm talking about is produced by Tsunku, a famous japanese music producer who's made many popular girl groups. All under the company Hello!project!.
I'll start by introducing H!P's biggest group, Morning musume!
The group released their first official single in 1998. But since then, "graduations" have been held, to let go of the older members. And "auditions", to let in new members. Basically to keep the group young, fresh and interesting for the fans. And the concept has worked! (At least I think so..)
Todays members are: Jun Jun, Mitsui Aika, Michishige Sayumi, Lin Lin, Kamei Eri, Takahashi Ai, Niigaki risa and Tanaka reina. Yeah, crappy picture, but the other photos I spent ages uploading decided not to work!
This formation of members have been stable for a while now, but unfortunately their letting go of three of the members, Jun Jun, Lin Lin, and my favorite member Kamei Eri. There will be a new Audition, which is always fun, but I'm really sad Kamei is leaving.
This thing about morning musume, and H!P groups in general, is that the music is so energic, positive and fun! The lyrics are "real", and the music is really catchy. Just makes me want to smile. One more thing, is that it's not all about the music, but these girls are so called idols. They function as persons you can "get to know", through TV-shows, concerts, handshake-events, fanclub, special events. There are even photos you can collect. and special edition releases for more hardcore fans. Well, the point is, I've really got to know these girls personalities through tv, interviews, musicals and so on. It makes it so much more interesting to listen to their music, read the latest news etc. This has become like a hobby of mine. And I love it.
Here's morning musumes newest single. Not my favorite, though.
I'd like to say "nothing much has happened", but I hate that expression as it's seldom true. Ofcourse alot of things happens.. all the time, everday! But, I think it's hard to come up with anything interesting to write about. Life has been going on as usual. Still working, enjoying my freetime and dreaming of a future as an illustrator, animator or something in that direction. But we'll see.. the future is always uncertain, and I'm glad it is.
Oh..and I've discovered Ebay! Well.. I always knew about Ebay.. but I havn't really checked into it.. until now recently. Been reciving small "gifts" in my mailbox for some weeks now. Cheap "gifts" that is.. So I'm not emptying my bank account by using Ebay - which is why I love it! Nice quality items for a small price. I advice you to check it out \(^u^)/
I'd like to introduce my favorite music.When I think of it, this music is a big part of my life. I've listened to it since I was about 15 years old.. that's 7 years already! The music I'm talking about is produced by Tsunku, a famous japanese music producer who's made many popular girl groups. All under the company Hello!project!.
I'll start by introducing H!P's biggest group, Morning musume!
The group released their first official single in 1998. But since then, "graduations" have been held, to let go of the older members. And "auditions", to let in new members. Basically to keep the group young, fresh and interesting for the fans. And the concept has worked! (At least I think so..)
Todays members are: Jun Jun, Mitsui Aika, Michishige Sayumi, Lin Lin, Kamei Eri, Takahashi Ai, Niigaki risa and Tanaka reina. Yeah, crappy picture, but the other photos I spent ages uploading decided not to work!
This formation of members have been stable for a while now, but unfortunately their letting go of three of the members, Jun Jun, Lin Lin, and my favorite member Kamei Eri. There will be a new Audition, which is always fun, but I'm really sad Kamei is leaving.
This thing about morning musume, and H!P groups in general, is that the music is so energic, positive and fun! The lyrics are "real", and the music is really catchy. Just makes me want to smile. One more thing, is that it's not all about the music, but these girls are so called idols. They function as persons you can "get to know", through TV-shows, concerts, handshake-events, fanclub, special events. There are even photos you can collect. and special edition releases for more hardcore fans. Well, the point is, I've really got to know these girls personalities through tv, interviews, musicals and so on. It makes it so much more interesting to listen to their music, read the latest news etc. This has become like a hobby of mine. And I love it.
Here's morning musumes newest single. Not my favorite, though.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Ya~hoo
At the moment, I'm baking cookies while waiting for Joachim to wake up (he's working night shifts). I've been working fulltime at my new job as a substitute for my "boss". I'm still kinda of a newbie, and the long hours makes it really tiring. And I'm not used to waking up at 05.45 everyday. Still, it makes me appreciate my freetime more.
Today I woke up at aroundt 12, after sleeping for 11 hours! Today I'm just going to relax with Joachim. I'm also thinking about finishing Zelda MM for the fourth or fifth time. I love days like this! \(^u^)/
After two more weeks as a substitue, I'm going to Hardangervidda with Joachim.
Five days surrounded only my Joachim and the wilderness. It's going to be..perfect! I love to enjoy the simple things in life, like sleeping outdoors, fishing and just.. being.
Today I woke up at aroundt 12, after sleeping for 11 hours! Today I'm just going to relax with Joachim. I'm also thinking about finishing Zelda MM for the fourth or fifth time. I love days like this! \(^u^)/
After two more weeks as a substitue, I'm going to Hardangervidda with Joachim.
Five days surrounded only my Joachim and the wilderness. It's going to be..perfect! I love to enjoy the simple things in life, like sleeping outdoors, fishing and just.. being.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
My job
In May, I got a new job! I'm working in a supermarket being partly responsible for the fruit and vegetable section. I'm really happy! Although I'm only working 50-60% at the moment, I think it's a great start considering the work I do is pretty tough and stressful. I'm hoping to get more work as soon as I settle in more :)
My job is basically keeping the fruit/vegetable section nice and fresh by doing things such as throwing away old food, ordering, making samples, some paperwork etc. I get to work out (carrying alot of things and walking all day) and work with fruits and vegetables which I like, so I'm very pleased with this job so far :)
Hope everyone who reads this enjoys summer as much as I do! It really does something with the mood, doesn't it?
My job is basically keeping the fruit/vegetable section nice and fresh by doing things such as throwing away old food, ordering, making samples, some paperwork etc. I get to work out (carrying alot of things and walking all day) and work with fruits and vegetables which I like, so I'm very pleased with this job so far :)
Hope everyone who reads this enjoys summer as much as I do! It really does something with the mood, doesn't it?
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