Michael Jackson’s Legacy

Poor Farrah Fawcett. She was certainly a star, but her death was somewhat overshadowed by the same-day passing of a megastar – Michael Jackson. Three years later, many are remembering Jackson and wondering about his legacy. It’s sad that Jackson passed away just as he seemed on the verge of a big comeback. His career was waning, although some would kill for such “waning” success. He wasn’t a hit machine like he had been in the ‘80s and scandals had tarnished the once glowing crown of the self-proclaimed “King of Pop.” But, he was preparing hard for his best yet … Continue reading →

Who is Annie Leibovitz?

With all the brouhaha about the Miley Cyrus photos in Vanity Fair, some of you may just be wondering who is Annie Leibovitz anyway. Annie is a celebrated photographer who is known for her close collaboration with her photography subjects. Annie became interested in the arts in high school and attended San Francisco Art Institute after graduation. She became interested in photography after her family took a trip to Japan and developed her skills while working various jobs. In 1970, she started working at Rolling Stone. By 1973, publisher Jann Wenner had named her the chief photographer. On December 8, … Continue reading →

Dusty Art

If you have ever had the words “WASH ME” smeared in the layers of dust coating your car take heart this story may give you new perspective on your cleaning habits. If the test of a true artist comes from seeing art in everything then Scott Wade is well on his way to becoming the Picasso of dust art. Every few weeks Wade drives his Mini Cooper up and down a gravelly road near his Texas home until it is well coated in limestone dust. Then the self-proclaimed “dirty-car artist” goes to work. His car’s dusty windows become his canvas … Continue reading →

Legendary Animator Dies

“Tom and Jerry,””The Flintstones,””Yogi Bear,””Huckleberry Hound and Friends,””Top Cat,””Scooby-Doo,””Johnny Quest,””The Jetsons” and “Animal Follies.” If you grew up watching any of these animated series you may be saddened to hear that Joe Barbera, one of its creators has died. In 1937 Barbera and partner Bill Hanna formed the legendary team of Hanna-Barbera and in the decades since their cartoon creations have entertained generations of children. Sadly, almost exactly 70 years after his hiring at the cartoon factory, Barbera died Monday of natural causes with his wife Sheila at his side, a spokesman for the family told news reporters. He was … Continue reading →