Your Kid’s Art = My Inspiration (part 1)
Send me your kid’s art and I will make something out of it! Or send me your own kid-inspired creation…
by Gianna, Age 3
Inspired This:
by Chris Collins
Curator
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Making Your Dreams Come True with Keltie Colleen
There is virtually nothing that Keltie Colleen can’t do. After several years dancing for the Rockettes she has expanded her career to encompass choreography, TV show hosting, her own clothing line, and most recenetly – a book. Keltie is living proof that with a little hardwork and dedication dreams do come true.
Nonsense Thoughts Competition: Round 1
Here are the submissions from the first week of the Nonsense Thoughts Competition. Please vote and give feedback in the comments or email me your vote. ALSO – submit (or re-submit) for Round 2! Remember: winners will be published in the Nonsense Thoughts book.
Become an Art Curator Immediately…
I would like to invite anyone to be a part of this Nonsense…
I am currently accepting all article submissions from freelancers out there. Search the Internet. SCROUNGE the world for art that inspires you. What kicks you in the gut? If I agree with you, I will put it on the site. If I agree with you many times, I will make you an official Nonsense Society editor.
Let me ask you a question
How would you like to be put in front of an audience of hundreds of thousands within 24 hours? Or would you prefer to continue surfing the web all night? This is your life. Do something with it. Inspire someone.
Photoshop Tutorials by Gordon McBryde #1
Nonsense Society Member, Gordon McBryde, has made quite a name for himself as a photographer. He is one of our premiere members and would like to offer photoshop tutorials to the Nonsense Community. His style and vision is outstanding. Any aspiring photographer could benefit from getting in touch with Gordon. Contact him via gordonmcbryde@gmail.com for pricing and information.
Nonsense Art Competition + Get Published
The time has come. I am finally publishing my first book and inviting YOU, Nonsense Society, to be a part of it! Since the start of 2010 I have received a lot of hype around my ridiculous, Nonsense Thoughts. The crowds have spoken. “Chris, we want more! You need to publish a book or something!” Well, this fall I am publishing a book and holding a contest for 50 talented creatives to be a part of it!
The Award
The winners of this contest will be published in the first Nonsense Thoughts book ever! It will be available worldwide this fall!
- Your name and url will be included in the book with your artwork.
An Interview With Lucy Schwartz
Lucy Schwartz is a wildly talented singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, CA. She is best known for her collaboration “Darling I Do” with Landon Pigg from the Shrek 4 soundtrack. Her music has also been featured on many TV shows including Arrested Development, ER, and Grey’s Anatomy. She was kind enough to take some time out of her busy schedule to talk with the Nonsense Society. Thanks Lucy!
Interview by:
Tessa Abrahams
LA/NYC Editor
Nonsense Thought 54
Don’t pretend to be strong.
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Nonsense Thought 53
Happy Halloween, Jerk.
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Photoshop Curve Download: Ember (FREE)
Photography is more than just taking a picture. Editing is key and curves are probably the best way to do it. Manipulating curves in photoshop without help can be quite intimidating, but no worries! This is a new series that provides resources for the aspiring artist/photographer. The following is a quick download that will immediately transform your photos. This curve can be applied to any photo for a slightly different effect. Feel free to play around with any of the Nonsense Society curves, learn, and try making your own. In fact! – send some of your curves to me and I might even share them with the world!
Nonsense Thought 52
I will change, honey.
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Nonsense Thought 51
I failed you.
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The Best Facebook Profile Pictures
I am constantly amazed by people’s Facebook profile pictures. I guess since I am friends with a lot of professional photographers and models, I might see more of this. Regardless, there is a certain art that goes into choosing a good profile picture. It can’t be too complicated, but it should definitely catch the eye. Here are some examples of kick-ass Facebook profile pics that inspire me. Hopefully the users don’t mind the shout-out.
Nonsense Thought 50
Didn’t really expect anything in particular, though…
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Photoshop Curve Download: Savannah (FREE)
Photography is more than just taking a picture. Editing is key and curves are probably the best way to do it. Manipulating curves in photoshop without help can be quite intimidating, but no worries! This is a new series that provides resources for the aspiring artist/photographer. The following is a quick download that will immediately transform your photos. This curve can be applied to any photo for a slightly different effect. Feel free to play around with any of the Nonsense Society curves, learn, and try making your own. In fact! – send some of your curves to me and I might even share them with the world!
Nonsense Thought 48
Censored. (is the fro racist?)
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Nonsense Thought 47
I’m lovin’ it.
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A Talk With Ashley Lebedev, Conceptual Photographer
Ashley Lebedev is unlike any photographer I know. Her style is unforgettable. She tells stories with her art and leaves viewers feeling like they have been kicked in the gut (or the heart). Just the kind of art I like. I was fortunate enough to interview Ashley, and publish some of her work on the Nonsense Society website. Please enjoy.
Nonsense Thought 45
But I’m not superstitious.
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We Love Your Creativity #5
Need a quick fix of inspiration?! Instant Inspiration is a series that recognizes some of the best creativity and brilliance floating out there on the internet. These works have inspired me and will hopefully inspire you too.
We Love Your Creativity #4 – Design
Need a quick fix of inspiration?! Instant Inspiration is a series that recognizes some of the best work floating out there on the internet. These works have inspired us and will hopefully inspire you too! Remember, all rights to works posted on The Nonsense Society are reserved by the controlling rightholder(s). Click on each image to see the source.
Today’s inspiration: Design!
The internet is the best way to get inspired for a design project, so here you go!
We Love Your Creativity #3
Need a quick fix of inspiration?! This is a series that recognizes some of the best work floating out there on the internet. These works have inspired us and will hopefully inspire you too! Remember, all rights to works posted on The Nonsense Society are reserved by the controlling rightholder(s). Click on each image to see the source.
We Love Your Creativity #2
Need a quick fix of inspiration?! This is a series that recognizes some of the best artists and work floating out there on the internet. These works have inspired us and will hopefully inspire you too! Remember, all rights to works posted on The Nonsense Society are reserved by the controlling rightholder(s). Click on each image to see the source.
We Love Your Creativity #1
Need a quick fix of inspiration?! This is a series that recognizes some of the best work floating out there on the internet. These works have inspired us and will hopefully inspire you too! Remember, all rights to works posted on the Nonsense Society are reserved by the controlling rightholder(s). Click on each image to see the source.
We Love Your Creativity #9 – Nudity
Naked photos immediately catch people’s interests. There’s sort of an element like you are doing something wrong. In general, people need to be more accepting and shouldn’t immediately classify a nude photography as vulgar and tasteless. Flaws are what make people interesting. When I see these photos it makes me respect the models. That’s why they are inspiring to me.
Compilation by:
Tessa Abrahams
LA/NYC Editor
You probably don’t want to look at this at work or with children (duh).
Photoshop Curve Download: Cool Boost (FREE)
Photography is more than just taking a picture. Editing is key and curves are probably the best way to do it. Manipulating curves in photoshop without help can be quite intimidating, but no worries! This is a new series that provides resources for the aspiring artist/photographer. The following is a quick download that will immediately transform your photos. This curve can be applied to any photo for a slightly different effect. Feel free to play around with any of the Nonsense Society curves, learn, and try making your own. In fact! – send some of your curves to me and I might even share them with the world!
Nonsense Thought 44
I guess there’s no going back now…
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Nonsense Thought 43
But he is loved, adored, idolized! (doesn’t mean shit)
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