I have been with my boyfriend for almost three years now. I am 20 and he is 21. We met in high school and we feel hard for each other. He was a laid back country guy, and I was the laid back country girl. We moved in together, and things are fine, but i don’t know if our LOVE is just enough for me. To brief you, He cant eat normal foods, anything processed is out, so NO dinner dates, NO double dates. Also, when he comes home, kisses me, sits down, lets all of his farts out. Has this or does this bother me? No, but really, just like that. I know we are very comfortable with each other, But is this what the future is going to hold. Night after night, sitting at home, family guy, no dates. Not to mention we don’t have the same tastes in music, movies, foods (obviously) fashion. I am in my prime, I bought a house at 19 (a nice cute one) my bestfriend lives with us as well in the house. And im just thinking to myself lately, is this what you want your future to be like…
I want to be able to go to art gallery’s with him, museums, party’s, just do fun and exciting things together. But i am pretty sure that wont happen. I just don’t know how to do this because YES i do love him with all my heart and COULD be with him forever, But i don’t think that is where my TRUE happiness lies. I just need advise. If any of you have ever been in my shoes, anything you can give me will help me make my choice.
And yes, i have talked to him about my needs, because i have worked really hard for what i have, and he is just doesnt have the outgoing personality that i think i need. My bestfriend said to me "what happened to the Meghan that had to make sure she was a 10 before we could go to classes." the truth is I dont know, I never been able to make myself think about only me…and what i want..
I have not been in this predicament but my sister has. She was with her boyfriend for four years and they even were engaged but after being together that long and moving in together she realized she didn’t like the way he lived and although she did love him very much she knew what was best for both of them.And it turns out he realized he was a lot happier too. So I think time is a great way to find out how you feel about a person. I can tell you do love him and just because your not right for each other doesn’t mean your not in love it just means you are not to your full potential in love. Good luck and I hope you make the right choice.
I need to give some background before I begin, please be patient. I’ll make fake names to protect privacy; any references outside here are purely coincidental. I want you guys to tell me your thoughts, ideas, etc, with this Bobby I’ll talk about.
I knew him since last year at a store as he worked night shifts as a cashier. At first he seems outgoing and friendly, but I found how immature and stubborn he really is.
Bobby’s quite slack about doing certain things. He says he doesn’t have a celly when I wrote him my number and that he’ll get one soon, reassuring me repeatedly ever since. Today, six months later, he still doesn’t have one. He tries various excuses (out of money, being environmentally friendly, afraid of radiation) and eventually gave the number to his dad’s house where he lives: I have to call him 8-10 times throughout the day to find him. He is rarely there to answer and blames me for "calling him over and over and pissing people off." He lives with his dad and relies on his “friends” when his dad becomes fed up so he doesn’t sleep under a bridge at night. He’s 33 and lives with his parents. His parents are much better off without him, Bobby expects them to spoon feed him.
Bobby tries so hard to be creative, it’s hilarious. His obsession with his fantasies of managing some art gallery in the future continues to this day: he acts offended when I say it’ll take 8-10 yrs and there are things to consider beforehand. I know it’s impossible and it’s atrocious to witness how he can’t see that. He likes to talk philosophy and it’s all cliché: it’s a joke, along with his "epic poems" of so-called trance-like mental images. The catch is he actually thinks it feels so real.
Sometimes Bobby tells me how he lost his friends one after another. He might be helping me: the smart guys avoided him for a reason, and it couldn’t have been coordinated altogether. It’s appalling how I’ve thought of him well to start with.
He rarely calls me. Usually he tells me he has an interesting story to tell, and blabbers on how he met a cute girl at the bar last night, taking at least 5-10 mins to describe her and how "cute" she is.
Once a week or so, he’d call to meet up. It could be 9pm as I ask him when and he’d suggest calling back in 1 hour, where (1) my phone rings at 10:45 and I ask if he’s on his way: he tells me he’ll stay at home for the night, suggesting calling again tomorrow, or (2) nothing happens until next morning or later on where he forgets about it: he might suggest meeting up that night, too.
I don’t know what religion he’s into. He says he respects [religion #1], blabbers on cliché, but is also fond of [enter religion #2], blabbering some more. He tells me he’s part-Muslim while eating a ham sandwich. I ask him about it and he recites basic knowledge and cliché. The day he yelled at me (cell phone issue) was right after he allegedly attended a Buddhist session for inner peace and tolerance.
Sorry for the length of it: there were lots of details to go through and I think I’ve covered much of the basics. I just want to see some opinions about how you feel about this guy as of what I described. I’ve been quite truthful about what I’ve written, and I expect you to take my poll seriously. Thanks!
Please be more thoughtful in your answers. As the question implies, the focus is on Bobby and not myself. So please be direct to answer with respect to the nature of Bobby’s character and behavior.
Thanks in advance!
Keep in mind he just used to be a friend of mine. It’s not like we’re dating. I’m a guy as well, and I’m not gay or anything. Just some extra info.
This is something of the past that I’d just like to bring up to see what you guys think of. I feel like quite an asshole for even associating with this twerp and it’s over. Repeat: it’s a past thing.
I guess the only reason why I used to hang out with this guy is ‘cuz I’ve got nothing better to do, or I’ve been ignorant enough to be scammed by his tricks.
he sounds like a normal, but complex person. My question is, if you are a straight man, why are you so interested in this guy? is he your role model? I am curious…you seem VERY interested in this guy. I don’t mean romantically.
are you debating whether you should remain friends with him? If so, i suggest you just decide if his values match yours and if you think he’d be there for you if you needed him and if you would be there for him if he needed you….
You run inside of a burning art gallery. Lying next to a priceless painting by
a famous eighteenth century artist is an elderly woman. You begin to help
her out of the building, but she says, “No! I am old and suffering from an
incurable disease and will die soon; instead, please take this painting to
safety. Don’t worry about me! Save this painting so that future
generations may enjoy it!” If you save old woman, the painting will be
destroyed. If you save the painting, the woman will die in the fire. What
do you do?
Well, if there is no way I can save both then I’d save the woman.
Hi i am a fashion photographer and recently won first prize in qyuite a large comp. The photo, large in size framed prof etc was advertised as £700 for anyone to purchase. The gallery want to purchase it but want the only one, they want the rights to it so i cant reproduce another and sell more. I think because im loosing out on future sales the price should be more as normally i sell images as 1 of 10 etc. What should i do?How much should it be?
If you would normally sell a limited run of 10 at 700 then ask the gallery for 7000 + a bit more.
If you would normally sell 25 at that price then 25x the price etc.
They do NOT need the rights to the picture all they need is a contract with you that you will not reproduce, display any more copies.
If they want "rights" then it sounds like they want to market and sell reproductions themselves.
Find out what "rights" they want before you do anything.
If they actually want full copyright then take the 7000 and multiply that by another 10 at least.
Max - 700 is not actually that unusual for a large framed print.
I was throwing around the idea of teaching art in the future, whether it be for a district school, or a private art academy/studio. I also pose for nude figure studies/fine art photographs. I understand that teachers are role models to young people, but I would never bring up anything I have done in my personal life around students/parents of students/colleagues. The trouble is, that near any person’s past can be dug up using the internet, and exploited using the media as a weapon.
Unfortunately there is often a large amount of scandal surrounding teachers who participate in -anything- seen as "sexual" or "deviant" by more conservative individuals. I, personally would not see a problem with a teacher of my child posing for nude photos in the past. It does not mean they are going to encourage children to do it, or that they are sexual perverts, bad people, etc. Unfortunately, today’s society as a whole is not as open minded as I am, and teacher’s can get away with having D.U.I’s before being depicted in a figure study art gallery.
Please offer me insight if you have any knowledge of how the hiring process for teaching works in different areas/districts, or if you are or know someone in this type of situation. Thank you.
I do not know anyone in this specific situation, but I understand the dilemna well. You have already stated most of what I would have said, so you understand this problem. I am presuming you are a female, though this could apply to men, too.Your posing as a nude model actually can work to your advantage in being a art teacher, but only at a school that teaches adults specifically, especially a more private school. If you did such as part of a fine arts class you were taking as a student, then I would only say that you took the class, and not mention any specifics. No one would ask, anyway.
If you are seeking to be a art teacher at a high school, however, this past will probably work against you. It would be seen almost the same as being a stripper at night. Then again, if you were a professional cheerleader for a sports team on the weekends, that might work against you too, considering the mindset of some close-minded folk.
If there are no photos of the modeling that you have done floating around on the Internet, I think you are okay in saying nothing, with the exception of the first example. Most of these modeling assignments are like part-time jobs for extra money anyway, so excluding it shouldn’t hurt you. Saying nothing about it would be best, and it is not the school’s business anyway. I would think you would not be asked if you have done this, and it is not a crime, hence why mention it? Don’t ask, don’t tell. Be open-minded, but be careful. I would say more, but I prefer not to do it here. If you need more advice, email me and we can talk more. Good luck.
The Steve Penley Coke Pop Art Gallery lived on the walls of the World of Coca-Cola from May 2008-May 2009. Though this exhibit may be gone, Steve Penley is not! View his latest edition to the Pop Culture gallery in the Celebrating an Icon exhibit, which arrived at the World of Coca-Cola in May 2009!
A special thanks to Coca-Cola archives for providing us with this video! For more information about Coca-Cola Archives, visit http://www.coca-colaconversations.com/.
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Throughout the ages vessels have been made not only for functional purposes, but also for creative expression. We see priceless examples of these vessels in museums, all made from natural substances. In modern times, this type of artistry has largely been replaced with disposable vessels made from synthetic materials. Tucson artist Edwin K. Hill has dedicated thirty years of his life to changing this. He has helped bring the Southwest into the artistic world by creating unique vessels inspired by and made from the natural surroundings of Southern Arizona. With this colorful, step-by-step guide, you too can create amazing vessels from nature. About the Author Dr. Hill lived his early childhood on a dry land ranch, assembling complicated contraptions from the boneyard of retired farming equipment and constructing carpentry projects that utilized scraps of wood and rusty nails. School opened up new vistas for him as he learned to work with power tools and a variety of new materials and developed his artistic awareness. Entering college at Eastern Washington University with a basketball scholarship in his pocket and a dream of engineering in mind, he soon found his way to the industrial arts department. There was little doubt in the direction of his future when it became clear that he could continue his love affair with hands-on creations and enjoy the benefits of the education profession. Throughout his career he taught industrial arts and education at all levels, from elementary grades through university graduate study. His masters and doctorate degrees, both from Washington State University, are in education. His unique vessels have been shown in numerous galleries across the country.
Welcome to the Popped on Canvas Pop Art Gallery. All portraits have been digitally hand illustrated from photos. Look out for future Pop Art Galleries or alternatively visit us at www.poppedoncanvas.com
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Ira Spanierman talks about the history of Spanierman Gallery, LLC, its specialization in American Art of the 19th and 20th century, and its expansion into Modern & Contemporary art, as well as Long Island’s East End artists (Moran, Chase, Childe Hassam, Jackson Pollock, de Kooning). Mr. Spanierman also expresses what he personally likes about American Art and comments on the future of the art market. Interview conducted by www.ArtFinding.com.
http://www.spanierman.com
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Part 4 of a Pursuit Art Gallery Series. Introductions to One Circle B-boy group in Calgary. They will be performing live at A Tale of 3 Cities this Friday October 19th, 2007 at the future location of the Pursuit Art Gallery in Inglewood. Check them out!
Starring: One Circle with Vincent T. Joachim
Music by: Round Midnight
Filmed & Edited by: Jeff Cruz
A madbang.com Production
Duration : 0:3:24
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