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Eugene's Blog – December 2008 Archive (82)

Christmas is All Around by Billy Mack from Love Actually

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Bill Nighy as Billy Mack perfoming "Christmas Is All Around", ex-"Love Is All Around". From "Love Actually"… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 21, 2008 at 9:30am — 2 Comments

One of the Hottest Supercars in the World - Audi R8 5.2 FSI Quattro

Check out this sexy beast! Audi has revealed photos and details of its ten-cylinder version of its R8 supercar. More formally known as the Audi R8 5.2 FSI Quattro, this R8 features more upgrades than just an extra pair of cylinders.

With a 5.2-liter V-10 FSI engine, this version of the R8 makes more power than the now… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 21, 2008 at 9:00am — 1 Comment

Bringing Costumes to Life - Fashion Photographer Baldovino Barani: London (5 photos)

Of French and Italian descent, Baldovino Barani is a fashion photographer who currently resides in London. You can really see the hard work put into his photos. I love the way he brings costumes to life and the bright, bold colors he uses in his shots. Definitely check out his website for more stunning photos.…

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Added by Eugene on December 21, 2008 at 8:00am — No Comments

Apple's Smallest Macbook Ever! - Introducing the Mactini

Added by Eugene on December 20, 2008 at 12:07pm — 7 Comments

Merecedes SLR Goes Out With a Bang! - SLR Stirling Moss

Go Speed Racer! Mercedes announced that the final chapter of the SLR generation will debut at next month's Detroit auto show. The SLR Stirling Moss is the second in the line to commemorate the legendary racer following the 2007 release of the SLR 722 Edition honoring Moss’s 1955 Mille Miglia race win.

The SLR Stirling… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 20, 2008 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

Random Pic of the Day

William Hundley

Added by Eugene on December 20, 2008 at 10:30am — 2 Comments

Have a Nerdy Christmas from AKQA



Credit: AKQA



Executive Creative Director: James Hilton

Creative Director: Colin Byrne/James Capp

Agency Producer: Mays Al-Ali



Produced by Bikini and AKQA.FILM

Director: Jonty Toosey

DOP: Bruce Jackson

Producer: Phil Barnes

Art Dept: David Rosen

Executive Producer : Kate Elson



Edit by Cut And Run

Editor: Ben Campbell



Sound design by Adelphoi

Sound designer: Shervin… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 19, 2008 at 4:30pm — 1 Comment

Underwater Alien Sculptures - Jason de Caires: UK

I love the creativity and thought behind these underwater sculptures. Instead of trying to create unchanging and lasting works, Jason de Caires encourages the organic growth of coral and other organisms across his creations. The texture, chemical composition and design actively encourage the settlement of embryonic corals. Areas of shelter and void space provide a… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 19, 2008 at 9:00am — 3 Comments

X-Men Origins: Wolverine Trailer

Added by Eugene on December 19, 2008 at 1:00am — 3 Comments

Happy Holidays from Washington! (Click Image)

Its been a long and wild ride this year for sure. There’s been plenty to get down about and not a lot of positive from the ones in charge. So your friends at Sevnthsin partnered with our good friends at Brew to bring a little light to your holiday season.



courtesy of… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 18, 2008 at 11:30pm — No Comments

THE WEEKEND EXPERIENCE - MOVIES OPENING 12/19

PICK OF THE WEEK

The Wrestler

Critics are surprisingly giving this heart-wrenching movie great reviews saying that Mickey Rourke was born for this role. Randy "The Ram" Robinson, a 1980s-era pro wrestler, has become a burnt-out shell of his former self. After he has a heart attack during a small-time match, a doctor tells him he could die if he fights again. In an effort to build a new life, Robinson takes a job at a… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 18, 2008 at 12:30pm — 1 Comment

Hi-Def Pics - 10 Most Beautiful Sunsets

There's nothing more romantic than watching a beautiful sunset with that special someone. It's such a poetic way to the end of a day. In a world often too busy to enjoy it in person, here are some beautiful sunsets from around the world.…

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Added by Eugene on December 18, 2008 at 10:30am — 4 Comments

I Love Modern Architecture - LAX Gets a Face-Lift: Los Angeles

Traveling is one of my favorite things to do, so naturally the airport is one of my favorite places. I enjoy people watching, the excitement of departing to a new destination, and arriving home after a long journey. LAX is my home base. It's the fifth busiest airport in the world for passengers with over 62 million people flying in and out last year. It hasn't been… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 18, 2008 at 8:00am — 2 Comments

THE WEEKEND EXPERIENCE - ART+CULTURE: 6th Street Beautification: San Francisco

Opening Reception: Saturday December 20th, 7pm-10pm

'Tis the season to appreciate modern art for a good cause! To celebrate the holidays and the spirit of giving, 1AM Gallery presents 6th Street Beautification . Gifted City Crossroads youth and members such as Camer1, Dennis Bullock, and Micronaut will be exhibiting their art alongside other local fine and urban artists. As an added bonus, DJ Spinner D will be bringing you the… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 17, 2008 at 4:30pm — 1 Comment

14,000+ Santas Attack!: Porto, Portugal

Whoa, Santa! More than 14,000 people dressed as Santa Clauses paraded in Portugal's city of Porto this week to try to set a new world record for the largest gathering of Santas and raise money for charity. Despite cold weather and drizzling rain, the crowd in red-and-white hats and jackets, including scores of women and children with fake white beards, strolled through… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 17, 2008 at 1:00pm — 2 Comments

I Love Modern Architecture - Spicing Up Sin City - The Mondri and Elano Hotel: Las Vegas

Although Vegas is known for its surreal architecture and mega-resorts, this hotel brings a fresh new look to a thriving city. As part of an invited competition, JDS/Julien de Smedt Architects has designed this proposal for the Mondri and Elano Hotel in Las Vegas. They wanted to create a genuine experience while extracting the identity of the Mondrian and the Delano… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 17, 2008 at 10:36am — 1 Comment

Hi-Def Pics - Beautiful Landscapes and Stunning Skylines (6 photos)

This must be what heaven looks like. These gorgeous pictures make me want to escape the city in search of hidden paradise. I love how each photo captures a separate landscape which beautifies the sky in its own special way.…

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Added by Eugene on December 16, 2008 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Introducing the 2010 BMW Z4 Roadster

BMW has released details and photos of its upcoming refresh of the Z4 Roadster, which is scheduled to bow at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. As expected, it looks pretty sexy!

The Z4 sDrive30i features the same 3.0-liter, inline-six engine as the current model, outputting the same 255 horsepower. The more powerful Z4 sDrive35i uses twin turbochargers and direct injection to breathe 45 more ponies into the… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 16, 2008 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

Nicole Scherzinger in January 2009 Maxim: German Editiion (7 photos)

Born on June 29, 1978 in Honolulu to a Filipino father and a Hawaiian/Russian mother, this hottie is best known for her work as the lead vocalist for the Pussycat Dolls and her smokin' hot body. Here are some pics taken for the January 2009 German Maxim.…

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Added by Eugene on December 16, 2008 at 8:30am — 2 Comments

Cruisin' the Sea with Oculus

Check out this squidy looking yacht designed by Schöpfer Yachts LLC. The 250-foot luxury vessel was designed by E. Kevin Schöpfer, founder and owner of his namesake company. Designed to accommodate 12 guests in extraordinary comfort and style, Oculus is a long distance cruising yacht capable of speeds upwards of 25 knots (29mph). Although the exterior looks a bit… Continue

Added by Eugene on December 16, 2008 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

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