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On this, this most auspicious of pods, we get together for a rare IRL recording, look back at three centuries of content (that's not entirely accurate), and…do our usual stuff, too. We're taking a summer break! Keep an eye on https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGeekOutPod for updates. See ya soon! Bud's Weekly Geek-out 10:52 – Logitech's forever mouse Coming Soon 22:46 – Squid Game (S2 teaser, December 26, final season next year) 26:51 – Terminator Zero (Netflix animated series, Judgement Day) 28:18 – Creature Commandos (animated Max DC series, December, Frankenstein? Universal? Warner? DC?) 29:56 – Greedy People (in theatres August 23) 30:29 – Next (2024/2025) on Max (Sep 19: The Penguin, Nov: Dune: Prophecy, soon: Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos, 2025: The White Lotus S3, And Just Like That, It: Welcome to Derry, The Last of Us) 33:57 – Next (August) on Disney+ (Aug 1: Raising Arizona, Marley & Me, Knocked Up, The Full Monty, Robots / Aug 2: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes/ Aug 5: Futurama S12/ Aug 12: Solar Opposites S5/ Aug 27: Only Murders in the Building S4) 40:34 – Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis announce new concept album based on 1979 film The Warriors (musical adaptation confirmation) 45:39 – Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (first look photos, Disney+ series, December 3) Reviews and Recommendayshes 46:53 – 30 for 30 | I'm Just Here for the Riot (Art) 52:59 – Devs (Bud) 56:18 – House of the Dragon (Pol & Art) One thing that Bud totally missed 'cause he was too busy hitting cuepoints on two devices in between every story. Some geek. – The Killer (John Woo remake, Peacock film, August 23) Join The Geek-out Podcast's Facebook page (where we'll release new episodes, and where you can talk with us) and Facebook group (where fans of the podcast can gather and talk geeky stuff)! Questions? Comments? Corrections? Suggestions? e-mail geekout@TheZone.fm Subscribe to The Zone's Geek-out Podcast on Apple Podcasts. Or, copypasta this link to subscribe using your podcatcher of choice: https://omny.fm/shows/the-geek-out-podcast/playlists/podcast.rss And, get more Zone podcasty goodness at TheZone.fm/podcast

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Welcome to another episode of the ARU Start-up Podcast. We are joined by Robert Good, an author, artist, and director. Good shares his artistic journey, transitioning from freelance work to a full-time career. He also reflects on his experiences while studying at ARU and how he successfully balanced his academic commitments with pursuing his passion. Good shares about his fascinating book 'A New Dictionary of Art: One Word - 3000 Definitions,' in which he explores art from 3000 unique perspectives. Tune in to the podcast to discover more about his intriguing career path. About the guest speaker: Robert Good Robert Good is an artist based in Cambridge UK who works with text to explore the problems of knowledge and the limitations of language. His work critiques the systems and structures of both analogue and digital landscapes, currently using found text sourced from automated online searches to create digital animations and immersive installations. Good's work has been shown across the UK and in the US, Australia and Spain. It has been hosted online from India and the Netherlands. A New Dictionary of Art has been stocked at bookshops and galleries including Tate Modern, Arnolfini and BALTIC. Host: Omkar Singh, Student Enterprise Officer, Anglia Ruskin University. Resources: Book by Robert Good: A New Dictionary of Art: One word - 3000 definitions Get your copy at here: https://shorturl.at/yzEHT

In this episode I'm reviewing a viewer-submitted Etsy print on demand shop! We'll take a look at what they're doing well, as well as what they can improve upon to increase their print on demand sales

Brenda Bickett is the founder of Local Glass Studio, a shop located in Glen Ellyn designed to teach others about and encourage the passion of glass art. Brenda, joining Jon Hansen over the phone, discusses how she went from appreciating the stained glass windows of the church she attended to sharing her love for the […]

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In this week's episode, we're talking about what it means to have freedom in our faith. Spoiler: it might be different from what you think. Here are some resources that will help you explore this topic in a deeper way on your own. 1. Song: O Freedom, by the Golden Gospel Singers 2. Song: Free, by Ginny Owens 3. Song: Known, Seen, Loved by MORIAH 4. Song: Give Me Jesus, by Fernando Ortega 5. Book: You Are Free: Be Who You Already Are, by Rebekah Lyons 6. Book: The Way of the Heart, by Henri Nouwen 7. Podcast: That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs: guest: Mike Donehey (I loved this conversation about the unlikely roads that bring us unexpected freedom to be who we are.) 8. Art: One of my favorites from Scott Erickson (read the caption!) 9. Song: Open My Hands, by Sara Groves 10. Podcast: Be The Bridge - a great starting point for perspective on using one's own freedom to advance the freedom of another 11. Video: On detachment as a source of freedom from Fr. Mike Schmitz and Ascension Presents

The word "art" is often misunderstood, especially by those who don't consider themselves artists. But make no mistake, if you're in the change business, you're in the art business. In this episode, a short but inspiring look at how.SHARE THE SHOW:Help others find Unthinkable in their favorite podcast player by sharing this link: https://pod.link/jaySUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:https://jayacunzo.com/newsletterEvery Friday, I send a new idea, story, or framework for crafting more resonant work to thousands of subscribers, ranging from entrepreneurs, freelancers, and independent creators, to marketers and leaders at brands like Adobe, Red Bull, Shopify, Salesforce, the BBC, Wistia, HubSpot, Drift, ProfitWell, a16z, and the New York Times.SPONSOR: THE JUICEDiscover the world's best and brightest thinking and resources for sales and marketing pros on The Juice. They're like the Spotify of B2B, with content playlists and suggestions based on your job title and level. Avoid the endless lead-gen forms, skip all the system-gamers found via Google searches, and browse the most useful and transformative ideas affecting your work, for free.Learn more at https://thejuicehq.comCONNECT WITH US ELSEWHERE:- Twitter: https://twitter.com/jayacunzo and https://twitter.com/UnthinkableShow- Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacunzo- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jayacunzo- Email: jay@unthinkablemedia.com PRODUCTION:- Creator, host, writer, and editor: Jay Acunzo - https://jayacunzo.com- Producer and researcher: Ilana Nevins - https://www.ilananevins.com ABOUT THE SHOW:Unthinkable is a storytelling podcast about creative people who break from conventional thinking to make what matters most. We're traveling the business world to learn how to create work that resonates — with powerful stories from makers, marketers, and leaders like the CEOs of Zoom and Patreon, execs from Adobe and Disney, and creators like writer Tim Urban, comedian Sarah Cooper, and photographer Chase Jarvis. From artisans to entrepreneurs, writers, designers, podcasters, video creators, and all the weird and wonderful nooks of the working world, we're meeting inspiring people to learn what we can do to resonate more deeply with the work we create.Listeners have called the show “This American Life for my work” with stories “as captivating as some of the best, like Malcolm Gladwell and Dan Carlin.”Thanks for listening and supporting Unthinkable!

Episode Notes Please Note that the beginning of the meeting was not recorded and the meeting was later interrupted again several minutes in. The recording in this podcast contains the full agenda. 2021 ACB Resolutions Part 1: Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, August 31, 2021 8:00PM EDT   1. Call to Order: Dan Spoone, President 2. Roll Call and Introduction of Guests: Denise Colley, Secretary 3. Review and Approval of Agenda: Dan Spoone, President 4. Mission Moment: Dan Spoone and Eric Bridges ACB First Virtual Remote Elections: Nancy, Rick, Deb, Patrick, Jeff, Koni, Voting Task Force Committee, John, Frank, Betsy, Janelle, Constitution and Bylaws Committee, Denise Irminger (Parliamentarian) and our ACB members that engaged in the democratic process to vote! 5. President's Announcements: Dan Spoone A. ACB Fall Board Meeting in Omaha – Virtual? B. ACB Budget Committee Nominating Requested – Vote on members in September meeting C. Resolutions and Voting Task Forces 2.0 will be announced at Fall Board Meeting D. Update on 2022 DC Leadership Conference E. ACB Committee Member Solicitation F.  Personal Health Update 6. Appointment of Public Relations Committee Chair: Nominations from the board 7. Review and Approval Of 2021 ACB Resolutions Part 1: Each Resolution Requires Board Approval A. Resolution 2021-02 - Apple Updates B. Resolution 2021-03 - The Inaccessibility of the Pentair ScreenLogic Connect App for Pools and Spas C. Resolution 2021-11 - PBS audio descriptive content D. Resolution 2021-12 - Accessible Telehealth E. Resolution 2021-13 - DOT air travel forms F. Resolution 2021-15 - Recognizing the American Foundation for the Blind in Light of Its Centennial G. Resolution 2021-16 - Accessible programs at the VA H. Resolution 2021-22 - Text-to-Speech and the Voicing of Audio Description I. Resolution 2021-23 - Conference Requirements for Accessible Materials J. Resolution 2021-24 - ACB Permanent Broadband Benefit Resolution K. Resolution 2021-25 - Accommodations Provided to Olympic and Paralympic Athletes with Disabilities L. Resolution 2021-33 - Teddie-Joy's Law M. Resolution 2021-35 - e-reader Prioritization for deaf-blind patrons 8. Officer and Board Committee Updates (As Needed) 9.  Adjourn   Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-af0929 for 40% off for 4 months, and support ACB Events.

In this episode we discuss a tampon eater, a poo sniffer, modern art, and much more. Enjoy! #poohuffer #poop #modernart #art #nucking #nuckingaround #nuckingabout #dhe #discourseofhumanevents Recorded: 2/27/21 Subscribe to Us on iTunes! Website: discourseofhumanevents.com Email: zach@discourseofhumanevents.com Donate: Paypal Intro and outro music provided by Brad Sucks under Creative Commons. Go listen to his music, it's awesome. Intro clip provided by Joe Rogan Experience #935 from Robb Wolf.

A panel featuring transdimensional artist Max Osiris; the founder of Avastars, Jim “j1mmy” McNelis; and the god-father of trash art Robness Cumba. In this panel, we reflect on the last year of NFT art through the lens of trashart.

In this episode Preston talks with MMA pioneer Art “One Glove” Jimmerson about boxing, faith, and UFC 1.

Think of your own voice – how it sounds and how it comes across in your performing.  There is such uniqueness in it because you are, YOU!  In this episode you will find help to narrow down your very own niche.  It may lead you into more assurance of your style and possibly may launch you into even other genres of music that fit your voice and lead to our goal of ease, health and pure singing enjoyment! Why classify a voice?  For comfort and ease.  Adriana Festeu writes on the online article Voice classification: System or Art: “One of the main reasons for the importance of classification is that regardless of repertoire, singing is ultimately about vocal comfort.”   There are 5 things to consider when classifying:  Tessitura, Color/Timbre, Range, Flexibility and Weight.   The most familiar classifications are: Soprano (1st & 2nd), Alto (1st & 2nd /contralto), Tenor (1st & 2nd) and Bass (baritone & bass).   The Germans broke it down further into Fachs meaning compartments.  They are Coloratura, Lyric, Spinto, Dramatic, Helden, Verdi and Basso-profundo.   Do not label yourself or others; you may end up feeling trapped.  But we can hone in on our strengths and music that fits our voice. To see and hear these different types of voices online, please go to: https://www.theopera101.com/operaabc/voices/     For more info, go to: www.theengagingvoice.com  For a free PDF of Ways to Practice the Voice Consistently,  please click here and grab your download:  https://mailchi.mp/16a4bd648eac/getfreevoiceinfo   You can find this and other episodes at Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, iHeart radio, and Apple Podcasts. Please go to Apple Podcast and click on RATINGS AND REVIEWS to rate this podcast. I would be so grateful! Thank you! Apple Podcast Review  

In this podcast, we address estate administration issues we encounter with art. Our host and art lawyer Diana Wierbicki talks to Jimmy Dougherty about the different layers of complexities in the estate administration process for collectors and artists. Since art is movable, it has required international collectors with multiple residences to take a more proactive approach to their estate planning. Jimmy also discusses different approaches for how artists can stay involved in legacy planning and fiduciary responsibilities when it comes to selling an art collection.

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Have collage work and other forms of mixed media art been a part of your artistic journey? What influence have different forms of artistic expression had on your development as an artist? I had the pleasure to sit down with the wonderfully talented mixed media artist, Lorette Luzajic. In our conversation we discussed her journey as an artist, how she got her start creating mixed media art, how literature has impacted her journey, and much more! Lorette brings a fascinating and unique experience that I know artists like you will appreciate. Don’t forget to check out images of Lorette’s artwork located at the end of this post! Discovering a Career as a Visual Artist What led to your career as an artist? How did you become convinced that art would become the work that you would end up dedicating your life to practicing? Was it intentional or an accident? My guest, Lorette Luzajic opened up in our conversation and shared how she came to discover and embrace her path as a visual artist. Lorette was firmly on the path to becoming a writer and had dedicated much of her education toward this goal when she fell in love with visual arts. To hear Lorette tell how she got started with visual arts is inspiring. Believe it or not, it all started with a desire to learn and then create tarot cards. I hope you find Lorette’s story as captivating as I did! A Joyous Encounter with Art One of my very favorite questions to ask an artist is if they’ve had any memorable reactions to their artwork. Have you had any unique reactions to your artwork? Have you found yourself reacting to other artist's creations in a particularly noteworthy way? I put this question to my guest Lorette Luzajic and as usual, I got a fascinating story in response. She tells the story of when she presented her work at an outdoor art festival that featured an odd creature. The image she created drew the attention of a nearby two-year-old child. This child was enamored with the creature that Lorette created and ended up with a joyous encounter with her artwork. This story definitely tops the list of notable reactions, I’m so glad Lorette shared this story! Keep Pressing Forward, Don’t Give Up! How do you stay motivated when things don’t seem to be going your way in your career? Do you find yourself spiraling downward? What helps to break you out of a funk and get back on track? My guest, Lorette Luzajic was candid in our conversation and shared how she has pushed through difficult situations to remain motivated and determined to succeed. Lorette recalled an encounter she had with another artist where they explained that if their work impacted one person, that it would be worth it. Ultimately, we create art because we resonate with the creative process and what it does in us. Organization is KEY What steps have you taken to become more organized as an artist? What role has organization played in your journey as an artist? While artists are typically portrayed as cluttered and unfocused, that’s not necessarily a fair depiction. In our conversation my guest, Lorette Luzajic shared with me how vital a role organization has played as she has evolved over the years as an artist. It took her some time to figure it out but once Lorette was able to move away from procrastination to embrace a more regimented and focused approach she saw her artwork flourish. What can you learn from Loretta's story? Outline of This Episode [1:50] I introduce my guest, Lorette Luzajic [3:00] Lorette shares how she got started as an artist. [9:00] How does Lorette’s writing intersect with her art? [10:30] Memorable responses to Lortette’s work. [12:30] Overcoming fears and disappointments. [15:00] Where does Lorette’s inspiration come from? How does she begin a project? [22:00] Lorette talks about her studio process and archival considerations. [25:30] Does Lorette ever get stuck? [27:00] Lorette shares how she uses her notebooks. [30:00] Book recommendations from Lorette. [33:00] Routines and habits in the studio. [38:00] Keep pressing forward and don’t give up! [40:00] Lorette’s dream project and art she’s like to own from a fellow artist. [43:00] Organization is key for a successful artist. Other artists mentioned on this episode Henri Cartier-Bresson Jean-Michel Basquiat Robert Rauschenberg Joel-Peter Witkin Resources Mentioned on this episode http://www.ekphrastic.net/ http://www.mixedupmedia.ca/ https://www.amazon.com/Wind-Up-Bird-Chronicle-Novel/dp/0679775439 Connect With Antrese On Facebook On Pinterest On Instagram On Twitter

What comes to mind when you think of art and play? Do you consider art as a playful act? Imagine how this shift in mindset can bring forth a wide range of freedom and joy in the creative process. My guest, artist Jeremiah Palecek takes time in our conversation to detail how he appreciates the role of art and play. If you’ve been around the Savvy Painter community for very long, you know that this is one of my favorite subjects! I had a wonderful time discussing this topic and a wide range of other subjects in our conversation. Make sure to check out images of Jeremiah’s artwork at the end of this post! A Family of Artists Who helped shape your creative imagination as a child? Was it a parent or grandparent? Did it take longer for you to discover your creative spark? Maybe for you, it was a teacher that helped usher you in on your journey as an artist. For Jeremiah Palecek, it started at an early age surrounded by art in his grandmother's house. But it wasn’t just his grandmother, Jeremiah’s father also took an active role in helping to shape his exposure to various artists. On top of all these wonderful experiences and influences in his early years, Jeremiah also shared with me that he married a fellow artist. With all of these wonderful influences, it’s interesting to see how Jeremiah’s journey has led him to where he is today, creatively speaking. Don’t take for granted the influence you could have on the next generation of young artists! Art as a Playful Act Carl Jung once said, “The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect, but by the play instinct acting from inner necessity.” Does this perspective on art and play resonate with you? Do you find that your creative inspiration comes from a deep place of “inner necessity?” Artist Jeremiah Palecek describes his process saying, “I jump in before my ideas are fully formed.” During the course of our conversation, I got the sense from Jeremiah that this idea of following the “inner necessity” is something that he is very comfortable with as it influences his projects and the way he prepares for a new series of paintings. It was wonderful to get Jeremiah’s perspective on art and play and I know artists like you will enjoy it too! Technology, Facial Recognition Software, and Art One of my favorite things about the Savvy Painter community is the diverse symphony of perspectives and influences that we get to celebrate. The range of artists vary so vastly from landscape work to framework, from shapes to portraits, and on and on I could go. My guest, Jeremiah Palecek is no exception to the celebration of unique perspectives. Jeremiah is currently working on a fascinating project that draws inspiration from facial recognition technology and how computers view human faces. We spent some time in our conversation centered on this fascinating and peculiar angle on portraits and the human face, I know you will find it as interesting as I did! Consistency and the Creative Process Do you struggle with finding the right rhythm to create your artwork? Are you looking for a way to cut through all the noise and figure out what it will take to hone in on your creative process? One KEY way to stay on course and cut through the noise is to practice consistently. Imagine the ground you could cover if you could set aside a consistent slice of time each day to work on your art? Sure, there will always be time for excuses and give yourself the grace of the occasional exception - but don’t underestimate the power of consistency! Don’t just take my word for it - my guest, Jeremiah Palecek attests to the creative energy that is unlocked when you give yourself the permission to show up at the same place and time each day to allow your creative vision to unfold. So what are you waiting for? Try it out! Outline of This Episode [1:22] I introduce my guest, Jeremiah Palecek. [3:40] How Jeremiah’s grandmother influenced his decision to become an artist. [8:30] Artists that have influenced Jeremiah. [10:30] Jeremiah explains his artwork. [16:00] The power of sight and perception. [21:00] Technology, facial recognition, and artwork. [23:30] Art as a playful act. [28:30] The KEY is consistency. [34:00] Jeremiah talks about his process. [40:30] A moment of success and pride for Jeremiah. [54:00] Jeremiah’s dream project. Other artists mentioned on this episode Claude Monet Frank Frazetta Alberto Giacometti Egon Schiele Francis Bacon Walt Morton Nicola Samori Carl Jung Stephen King Resources Mentioned on this episode jeremiahpalecek.com instagram.com/jeremiahpalecek facebook.com/Jeremiah-Palecek www.savvypainter.com/gamblin Connect With Antrese On Facebook On Pinterest On Instagram On Twitter

How do you find a mentor in the field of art? This is Luke Haynes' question that drives our conversation for this Thought Mixing Bowl podcast episode. ---------------------------------- Find Luke and share your thoughts with him at: lukehaynes.com Find me and share your thoughts with me at: www.thoughtmixingbowl.com If you'd like to support TMB, the creatives involved with TMB, or want to join in "off-air" conversations with TMBers about these questions around art and life, head on over to www.thoughtmixingbowl.com/support.

Maayan and her dear friend Kate in London chat about the The War of Art by Steven Pressfield.  This book has gotten rave reviews worldwide and it's clear why! We're left pumped and ready to combat RESISTANCE by the end of our chat. Truly inspirational and action-oriented! WE. LOVED. THIS. CHAT. We discuss Kate's favorite [...] The post The War of Art – One of the only wars we should be fighting – Glimpse of Brilliance #100 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Maayan and her dear friend Kate in London chat about the The War of Art by Steven Pressfield.  This book has gotten rave reviews worldwide and it's clear why! We're left pumped and ready to combat RESISTANCE by the end of our chat. Truly inspirational and action-oriented! WE. LOVED. THIS. CHAT. We discuss Kate's favorite [...] The post The War of Art – One of the only wars we should be fighting – Glimpse of Brilliance #100 appeared first on Glimpse Of Brilliance.

Furry-Muscle Cast - Episode – 10 Next Cast May 18th 10PM EST / 9 CST Main Topics: 1.      The Pros and Cons of Weight Machines Weight Machines - Pro -          They're supportive. Most machines provide support, which is great for people who need help when learning new exercises. It can also be good for people rehabbing injuries or those who want to lift heavy weights without a spotter. -          They're easy to use. Because most machines work on a fixed path and have instructions and diagrams posted, it's easier to use good form. -          They save time. It usually doesn't take as much time to change weights on machines as it would for many free weight exercises. -          They're less intimidating. Trying to figure out what to do with a bunch of dumbbells can seem impossible. With machines, you know exactly what muscles you're working and how to do the exercise correctly.   Weight Machines – Con -          They're too supportive. Because you have so much support, you use fewer muscle groups at the same time. This means you burn less calories and work the body in a less functional way. -          They're limited. Most machines offer one exercise for one part of the body, which means having to use multiple machines for a total body workout. -          They don't allow you to work on weaknesses. Many machines require you to use both arms or legs to move the weight, so if one side is stronger than the other, that side may do more work than the weaker side. -          They don't allow the body to work naturally. Because many machines work on a fixed path, there's not much room for working the body throughout different planes of motion..   Free Weights – Pro -          Versatility. Free weights can be used for a variety of exercises for the entire body, so you don't have to move from machine to machine to work different muscle groups. -          Functionality. With free weights, you're able to move the body through natural motions as well as through a variety of planes allowing you to mimic movements you do in real life like squatting, lifting things over your head and rotating the body. -          Building whole body strength. Because you're supporting your own body, you can work on specific muscles while involving smaller stabilizer muscles that can get neglected with machine training...this can also help you burn more calories during your workout.   Free Weights – Con -          They're hard to learn. Using free weights requires skill and coordination, so you may need some instruction when using them for the first time. Good form is harder to achieve without the added support from machines, so there's a higher learning curve with free weights. -          Risk of injury. Because there isn't a fixed path when using free weights, it's easier to put your body in the wrong position, which could lead to injury. There's also the risk of dropping the weights, especially if you're lifting heavy. -          Confusion. With machines, you know exactly what exercise you're doing and what muscle you're working. With dumbbells, there are so many exercises you can do, it's easy to get confused about where to start.   2.      Compound Movements: -          Definition: Compound exercises in weight training are those that involve more than one joint and muscle group. Examples are squats, deadlifts and chin-ups. For example, the squat involves the joints of the knee, hip and ankle, and the muscles of the upper and lower legs and buttocks. -          Compound movements build the most muscle. Not only that, but they increase strength the fastest. And of course, they are brutal! -          Must be more mindful of doing these types of exercise as they are the ones that mostly cause injures. -          Types of Injures: Pectoralis Major Tear, Elbow Pain, Hamstrings Tear, Biceps Brachii Tear, Disc Herniation.                   Story 1: Building Muscle Without Heavy Weights Main Focus: That heavy lifting is not always the best. ScienceDaily (Apr. 26, 2012) — Weight training at a lower intensity but with more repetitions may be as effective for building muscle as lifting heavy weights says a new opinion piece in Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism. "The perspective provided in this review highlights that other resistance protocols, beyond the often discussed high-intensity training, can be effective in stimulating a muscle building response that may translate into bigger muscles after resistance training," says lead author Nicholas Burd. "These findings have important implications from a public health standpoint because skeletal muscle mass is a large contributor to daily energy expenditure and it assists in weight management. Additionally, skeletal muscle mass, because of its overall size, is the primary site of blood sugar disposal and thus will likely play a role in reducing the risk for development of type II diabetes." The authors from McMaster University conducted a series of experiments that manipulated various resistance exercise variables (e.g., intensity, volume, and muscle time under tension). They found that high-intensity muscle contractions derived from lifting heavy loads were not the only drivers of exercise-induced muscle development. In resistance-trained young men a lower workout intensity and a higher volume of repetitions of resistance exercise, performed until failure, was equally effective in stimulating muscle proteins as a heavy workout intensity at lower repetition rates. An additional benefit of the low-intensity workout is that the higher repetitions required to achieve fatigue will also be beneficial for sustaining the muscle building response for days. Source: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/04/120426110252.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Latest+Science+News%29             Story 2: DiSABLED BODYBUILDER TAKES OVER AT CUMBRIAN GYM Main Focus: Overcoming injures and doing something grand.  A bodybuilder with one leg will take over the running of his local gym. Jonti Wilson, 39, of Station Road, Aspatria, was born without his right leg because of spina bifada – but has not let that hold him back. He will officially take over Presice Fitness on Tuesday when it will be renamed Jonti’s Gym. He has overcome his disability to become a well-known figure within the bodybuilding fraternity and now wants to help others achieve their fitness goals. He said: “The hardest muscle to train is the mind. If you can do that then you are halfway there. “We have a motto here: ‘Never say never; there is always a way’. No excuses. If I can do it with one leg, then you can certainly do it with two.” He added: “I have got my wish to have my own gym. Now I have got to make it what the community wants.” His plans include re-decorating it, moving the reception area and opening an in-house supplements and clothing store. He also wants to transform unused space into a women only weights area and to support various charity events including Sport Relief. Exercise classes including kettlesize, tone and sculpt and circuits will also be run from the gym. When Jonti started training three years ago, he had a beer belly, low self-esteem and got out of breath easily. Now in the best shape of his life, he will make a guest appearance in a bodybuilding show at Bolton, Lancashire, on Saturday. In a month’s time he will also take to the stage at the two-day Hercules Olympia in Essex, a huge event in the bodybuilding calendar. He won the UKBBF Championship in 2010 in the wheelchair section and has not ruled out competing in future events if they introduce more suitable categories. When he made his debut at the South Lakes Classic in Ulverston two years ago, cheers and applause broke out from the crowd as soon as he threw down his crutches. Some have called him ‘inspirational’ but Jonti rejects the term. “People do see me like that but I’m just doing my thing”, he said. He previously worked as a duty control manager for the ambulance service. More recently he has been working for a company called Trauma FX which simulates emergencies to help train army and medical personnel. The job involved travelling around the country with a team of make-up artists who made it appear as if he had lost his leg in violent circumstances. The aim was to help prepare soldiers for the horrors of war and to improve medical practices on the battlefield. But now he plans to run the gym full-time and is looking forward to his latest challenge. Source: http://www.newsandstar.co.uk/news/disabled-bodybuilder-takes-over-at-cumbrian-gym-1.948138?referrerPath=/news-round-up-1.50001   Artist Talk: Story 1: Art Therapy: Relieve Stress By Being Creative Main Focus: Stress relieve While art therapy is its own field, you can use the benefits of art to express your creative side and drawing skills to reduce stress and get in touch with your feelings. I think most of us knew this instinctively as kids: virtually all of us know the joys of sculpting something (with play-dough), painting something (with fingers), or drawing (with crayons and other materiels). However, other than making random doodles in the margins of a page while you’re on killing time, if you’re like most adults, you don’t express yourself with art like you did as a kid. Benefits of Art: One of the reasons that clinical art therapy is effective is that the act of drawing and creating art can help you relieve stress in several ways. Here are some ways that creating art can alleviate stress: Distraction: Drawing and art can take your mind off of what’s stressing you, at least for a few minutes. And when you’re finished being engrossed in your sketches, you should have a clearer head with which to tackle your problems again. Flow: There’s a certain quality of being called “flow”, that experts say is very beneficial for us. This refers to a state of being completely engaged in something to the point of being in a near meditative state. It carries many of the benefits of meditation, leaving you much less stressed when you’re done. You can experience ‘flow’ when you’re doing creative activitieslike writing, and even gardening. You can also get it from drawing. Self Care: Just the act of having a hobby can make you feel more balanced in your lifestyle. Sometimes with all of life’s responsibilities, we forget that we need and deserve ‘down time’ and self care. Taking even a few minutes on a regular basis to devote to a hobby can give you more of what you need in this area. And, with drawing, you have the additional benefit of being left with something beautiful (or at least interesting) to show for it! Do-It-Yourself Art Therapy for Stress Relief One of my favorite ways to use drawing for stress relief is to maintain a sketch diary. Keeping a sketchbook can be a form of journaling, and it can be cathartic, creative, and stress relieving. You can use a journal for personal art therapy and stress management in the following ways: Sketch pictures that describe your feelings related to things in your life that are causing you stress currently. If it’s in the back of your mind anyway, this could be a way of processing your related emotions, reducing some of the stress they carry. Sketch abstract pictures that express feelings related to past stressful experiences, as a way of processing your emotions and healing. Keep a ‘Dream Sketch Diary’, and sketch scenes from dreams you’d like to remember or better understand. Keep a sketch diary of what you think is beautiful in life. Draw the faces of those you love, places that bring you peace, or other pieces of beauty. The process of sketching can be a great stress reliever, and revisiting your creations can also bring you some peace in the future. Additional Art Resources: If you’re interested in trying out a regular drawing practice, there’s a great site on the About network devoted to drawing and sketching, for people of all levels, including beginners. You can sign up for classes and a regular newsletter (just like with you can sign up for free stress management classes and a free weekly newsletteron this site!), and get more tips on keeping a sketch diary. Have fun! Source: http://stress.about.com/od/funandgames/a/learningtodraw.htm Story 2: Practice the Tricky Bits Main Focus: Working on the weak points helps to make art stronger. It's always enjoyable to draw the easy things - it's fun when everything goes well and the drawing flows smoothly. It's only natural to avoid difficult things. But unfortunately, avoiding them isn't going to make them any easier! It's a classic feature of any first-year drawing class (especially once they've done enough to realize which bits are hardest) - lots of focus on the torso but the hands and feet either fade out, or fall off the edge of the paper.  The best time to practice drawing hands and feet is outside of class, when you're not using an expensive figure drawing model. Draw the feet and hands of friends and family watching television or reading. Do consider the whole figure and relate the feet and hands to the rest of the body, considering proportion.  How to Draw Hands  Examples of Hand Studies  More Hand Studies  Anatomy Reference Photos Source:  http://drawsketch.about.com/b/2012/04/10/practice-the-tricky-bits.htm