Tag Archives: Art

Choosing to rise above mediocrity

By Julie Laurin | Published: May 29, 2011

I just finished watching “Public Speaking“, a documentary about Fran Lebowitz, directed by Martin Scorcese.  Admittedly, I knew nothing about Lebowitz until I saw the film and now I’m very interested in her work.  In this movie, she’s quoted as saying that there’s too much democracy in culture, not enough democracy in society.  She talks [...]

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Books of 2010: Comic books and graphic novels!!!

By Julie Laurin | Published: January 17, 2011

I rediscovered the joy of comics thanks to my buddy Luc.  Since then, I’ve taken a liking to relaxing with a good comic or a graphic novel on weekends or after a long day of work.  I had to include a comics category for this feature!  It was only fitting that I ask two comic [...]

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Books of 2010: Artists

By Julie Laurin | Published: January 12, 2011

I met Jesse when I worked at a video game company.  He was the guy who was known for carrying a camera around his neck all the time.  And it makes sense: he’s a super talented photographer!  His street photography is especially fascinating.  It’s my pleasure to have him as part of my artist series.  [...]

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