The Way I Am by Ingrid Michaelson

The Way I Am by Ingrid Michaelson
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Simon the Chipmunk RIP: On My Porch

WARNING!!! Not for those with weak stomachs...

This isn't a case of necrophilia. This gruesome, decapitated chipmunk arrived on my doorstep today. It's disgusting, and not something you come home to everyday. It could have been a horse's head all the same. This photograph is completely unaltered (well accept for the fact I added Simon the Chipmunk's glasses, Blue Hoodie, and the Alvin and the Chipmunks logo).


It appears there will not be another Squeakquel...

Gross Alert! Simon the Chipmunk decapitated on my porch. -wdsiemer ii

Antonelli College Logo

Previous Antonelli College Logo

New Antonelli College Logo

Antonelli College Logo

For no apparent reason or trigger, I was thinking of my distaste for the Antonelli College logo for most of the day. I had a piece written up in my head about how there was too much going on in the logo and type. It never came across as professionally designed for a school that charges premium rates. It appeared a mess to me, from the curly "A" with a drop shadow to the multiple-shaded dots and triangles.

I was thinking of ways to modernize and minimalize the design... However, I must have been out of the loop because when I visited their site they had a completely new look. They now have a very sterile logo that identifies Antonelli's as being one in the same as all those trade colleges with multiple degrees popping up in bulk to make a quick profit. I assume this must have been their brand all along.

I don't like to be insulting towards other designer's and/or marketer's visions, but this one seems to be lacking a strong foundation. Am I wrong?

Skydiving Journal

Skydiving Journal. wdsiemer ii

Journal: Skydiving
William D. SIEMER II

Went skydiving yesterday for the first time. Left home around 11:30AM to pick up Shannon and Aaron. Arrived at Hook Field Municipal Airport in Middletown around 1:00pm. Due to earlier weather conditions and later thunderstorms, our plane didn't take off until around 7:00pm.

The ascension of the aircraft built anticipation. Standing at the door at 12,000 feet was exhilirating. The moments of freefall were breathtaking. The views spectacular. The parachute cruise relaxing.

The only hiccup was when the parachute opened and my jumping partner said, "Oh crap! We have a twisted line." I looked up as he unraveled the parachute line. I wasn't too nervous knowing that I was with a professional.

I highly recommend going. It's an incredible adrenaline rush. The added energy carried itself into my jog the next day, and hopefully remains an inspiration.

08.08.11

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George Harrison Print

Shepard Fairey's "Friendship and Support" (George Harrison)

The Beatles

Shepard Fairey has announced a limited-edition art print celebrating the 40th anniversary of George Harrison's Concert for Bangladesh. The work, titled "Friendship and Support," will be available on August 8, and supports the George Harrison Fund for UNICEF's work with children affected by the famine in Africa. http://www.obeygiant.com/

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball Google Doodle

Currently, our DVR is full of "I Love Lucy" episodes. Google Doodle is honoring Lucille Ball's 100th Birthday on their homepage today with short video clips.

Potato-Flavored Gum

Grape, Cherry, Orange? French Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Hash Browns, Potato Cakes? It's about time there's an affordable potato-flavored gum!

Potato-Flavored Gum

DSD Displays

Journal: Some of the fun stuff me and Brent did at DSD today. Shaping up to be a very nice place.

DSD Window Graphics

DSD Miscellaneous Interior Displays

The Universe as Seen from a Park Bench

The Universe as Seen from a Park Bench. wdsiemer ii

Superhuman Touch by Athlete

Superhuman Touch by Athlete
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R Logo

Enjoyed working on this logo for a steel company a couple years ago.

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Coffee and Cabbage

Yes, I drank coffee earlier in the day and had cabbage around lunch time. Weird combination, and this is the art that resulted. You would think my teeth were grossly stained.

"Cabbage and Coffee" wdsiemer ii