I'm Melissa. This is where I write things down and share new things. Sometimes I even post cute pictures of cats...

if you're looking for my portfolio,
it can be found here, or by clicking any of the links across the top of this page.

I just moved back to Ohio after living in the central valley of California for almost three years. People still mention that I'm all grown up and keep asking how being an adult is going, but I really don't know what they're referring to.

I'm officially a (self-proclaimed) curator -- OF GIFS. GIF CONNOISSEUR. Check it out. My GIF blog even made it to buzzfeed once.
ONE MORE CHECK OFF MY LIFELONG INTERNET TO-DO LIST.

Albums of note UPCOMING/2011/2010/2009
A list of albums from the year that had staying power. Not a top album list, because I haven't heard every album, so that just seems a bit silly to me -- the whole "of the year" thing... although I suppose in my own mind that's what they are...

THE ARCHIVES

Nostalgia
a place where I keep things that are already memories and store things that are currently in my life that will inevitably become memories. Vague enough?

Vestiges of a Life Soon Forgotten
A photographic series devoted to images taken in and around my apartment where I lived for 3 years in college. I moved out for good in December 2009.

Photobooth Sketches
photobooth documentation of sketches i have done and/or found.

Monthly Self Portrait Series
This was a short-lived project that sometimes shows up without warning again on my feed, but definately cannot be considered an "on-going" thing.

My New California Life
What started as an essay series about my experiences living on the left coast turned into a general account of my life here -- through words, photos and other ephemera.

jef etters tips of the day
Jef Etters was a colleague of mine who gave me life tips on a daily basis via a telephone call from a rotary phone. I would then transcribe the tips and post them here for the benefit of all mankind. He didn't know what tumblr was (nor does he now), but he did want to share all his wisdom with the world. enjoy.
PLEASE NOTE: Jef did finally get free long-distance after 7pm EST and will occasionally call to give me tips to transcribe. Be on the look out, it'll change your life.

ScreenCaptureSeries
Funny and or poignant things I feel the need to share with the world via screen capture. This project carries on with the luck that the internet will continue to bring the lulz. I think the odds are in our favor.

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AON 2011 Day 27: #2 Astronautalis: This Is Our ScienceMinneapolis, MNFake Four Andy Bothwell is a marketing genius. He has built his career from the road using social media and word of mouth. This release was no different. Reaching the top of the itunes charts on the day of release was a small miracle, as he and his label had spent no money on marketing the album. Andy attributes this success to his fans sharing the record on twitter, facebook and Tumblr. The fans had good reason to do so: the album is solidly written with intensely personal lyrics, driving guitars, smooth synth lines, and the exciting prospect of performing live with a full band. A simply solid album that will remain on my top album list for many years to come, I’m sure of it.

AON 2011 Day 27: #2

Astronautalis: This Is Our Science
Minneapolis, MN
Fake Four

Andy Bothwell is a marketing genius. He has built his career from the road using social media and word of mouth. This release was no different. Reaching the top of the itunes charts on the day of release was a small miracle, as he and his label had spent no money on marketing the album. Andy attributes this success to his fans sharing the record on twitter, facebook and Tumblr. The fans had good reason to do so: the album is solidly written with intensely personal lyrics, driving guitars, smooth synth lines, and the exciting prospect of performing live with a full band. A simply solid album that will remain on my top album list for many years to come, I’m sure of it.

Astronautalis on Flickr. Thee Parkside, San Francisco, CA. Monday October 10, 2011 / Drink: Bulleit Bourbon on the rocks; splash of water.

Astronautalis on Flickr.

Thee Parkside, San Francisco, CA. Monday October 10, 2011 / Drink: Bulleit Bourbon on the rocks; splash of water.

(Source: icatchfoxes)

Astronautalis on Flickr. On Monday I went to see Astronautalis in San Francisco at Thee Parkside. There is no hesitation in my stating it was my favorite show of the year. I don’t even need the rest of the shows remaining this year to occur for me to be confident in making that statement. A fevered performance by Andy, the addition of a talented group as his band, and a ridiculously responsive audience (who sang along to every word) really made it a sight to be seen. I’ll be posting my favorite shots from the show over the next few days. I hope you enjoy them as much as I enjoyed taking them. If you haven’t heard of Astronautalis, do yourself a favor and follow him on Tumblr, visit his website, and download his new album This Is Our Science.

Astronautalis on Flickr.

On Monday I went to see Astronautalis in San Francisco at Thee Parkside. There is no hesitation in my stating it was my favorite show of the year. I don’t even need the rest of the shows remaining this year to occur for me to be confident in making that statement. A fevered performance by Andy, the addition of a talented group as his band, and a ridiculously responsive audience (who sang along to every word) really made it a sight to be seen. I’ll be posting my favorite shots from the show over the next few days. I hope you enjoy them as much as I enjoyed taking them.

If you haven’t heard of Astronautalis, do yourself a favor and follow him on Tumblr, visit his website, and download his new album This Is Our Science.

(Source: icatchfoxes)