The Dark Knight

TO VIEW THE LATEST TRAILER CLICKE HERE. FOR POSTER CLICK HERE.

Legendary

On Saturday afternoon I watch I AM LEGEND on IMAX. This was my first time seeing a movie on Imax and I have to say that it I may never see a movie in a regular theatre again. The Imax experience was amazing, I actually felt like I was in the movie. WILL SMITH does a great acting job; the guy sure has come along way since FRESH PRINCE OF BEL AIR. The visuals in the movie are outstanding and I don't think there was second I wasn't glued to my seat. If you have 1.5 hours free I recommend you drop in to a theatre near you. The Imax film also had the first six minutes of the upcoming Batman sequel, THE DARK KNIGHT. I don't want to give anything away, but I totally agreed with JAMES when he said "that was worth the cost of admission alone." Those six minutes are just that good.

Jackdylan.ca

CHECK OUT COOL POSTER WORK FROM CANADIAN JACK DYLAN.

Socrates

“By all means marry. If you get a good wife, you'll be happy. If you get a bad one, you'll become a philosopher...and that is a good thing for any man.”

Click Here

It's been a while since I posted and since I have a few things I've been meaning to share and so little time, I thought I would link them all at once. To read an expert from the upcoming book THE FRANCHISE which chronicles the events leading up to LEBRON JAMES show deal with NIKE click HERE. To view a hilarious trailer for ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS click HERE. To watch the new JERRY SEINFELD hp commercial click HERE. I don't HP as a company but their commercials are entertaining. To read an interesting article on MARK CUBAN'S thoughts on the internet and & the future of television click HERE. To pre-order SETH GODIN'S upcoming book MEATBALL SUNDAE click HERE. Thanks for reading.

Teaser

I LOVE THIS POSTER FOR LATEST BATMAN MOVIE. GREAT CONCEPT!

Carl Jung

"Your vision will become clear only when you look intoyour heart. Who looks outside, dreams. Who looks inside, awakens."

Melo M4

COOL DESIGN AND USE OF VIDEO ON THE JORDAN SITE. CLICK HERE TO VIEW.

Mark Cuban

"It doesn’t matter how many times you fail. It doesn’t matter how many times you almost get it right. No one is going to know or care about your failures, and neither should you. All you have to do is learn from them and those around you because... All that matters in business is that you get it right once. Then everyone can tell you how lucky you are."

FrankTV

One talent I don't have is doing impressions of people but this guy does. FRANK CALIENDO impressions of Al Pacino, George Bush, Robert De Niro, Jay Leno are spot on. Check out the video section of his WEBSITE for a good laugh. The guy is really talented.

Roc Boys And The Winner Is

A couple of weeks ago JAY-Z dropped his latest single ROC BOYS. I didn't care much for the song the first time I heard it but eventually it grow on me. A couple of days ago somone sent me the link to the video on YOUTUBE. I just checked to link to this post but it's been taken. For such a great business mind, JAY-Z doesn't understand that his videos will get more views on YOUTUBE and other video sharing sites than he will on MTV. Wake up Hova. Click HERE to hear the song.

Ffffound

CHECK OUT FFFFOUND.COM FOR VISUAL EYE CANDY. VERY INSPIRING.

Never Eat Alone

Just finished reading KEITH FERRAZZI'S first book NEVER EAT ALONE. Once you get past the ego (he mentions he went to Yale and Harvard a thousand times at the beginning) it is a good how to book on networking and building relationships. I personally liked the chapter about audacity. If your a business person or someone trying to connect to the right people you should purchase this book or visit your nearest library. The book also touches on personal branding, something that is becoming more important in this hyper interactive world of ours.

Evolution

Click HERE to view the most watched video (over 62 million views) on YOUTUBE. Comedian JUDSON LAIPPLY has some serious moves. He brought back some old memories and the dude can really bust a move.

Warren Buffett

"You do things when the opportunities come along. I've had periods in my life when I've had a bundle of ideas come along, and I've had long dry spells. If I get an idea next week, I'll do something. If not, I won't do a damn thing.”

Loser

While walking the streets of downtown I made eye contact with a street person and who shouted at me “if you have to work for a living son, you’ve already lost.” I chuckled and kept on my way. Later on that night I started to think about what that guy said to me. Was he right? I spend a great percentage of my week going from job to job. Sure I earn a decent living but was this guy on to something. Even with a few dollars in the bank, a warm place to sleep, comfortable shoes and good food had I lost? Worse I thought; what have I won?

American Gangster

FOUR STAR EPIC! WORTH 2.5 HOURS OF YOUR TIME.

Hockey Talk

"Me and a few buds were havin some Eric Brewers. One thing led to another and we ended up also having some Jaromir Jagr Bombs. At this point I couldn’t see too Daniel Cleary but I noticed a broad out on the dance floor wearing a real short Guillaume Latendresse.She wanted to take me home to her house in Jason Pominville. This chick definitely had more Doug Weight than I did but I’m a sucker for Andrew Brunettes. I had too many Daniel Brieres to realize she was Rico Fata so I went home with her. She was pretty Ben Eager and went for my Evgeni Nabokov right away. She was Chris Osgood at handling my John Pohl and even played with my Joe Sakic. I waited for her to fall asleep and then I was Sergei Gonchar.the next morning I realized I had a Dan Boyle on my Kyle Wellwood everytime I took a piss there was a Patrick Sharp pain. Guess I should’ve worn a Tie Domi." Via James Shaw.

JosephKosinski.com

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE VISUALLY RICH XBOX PROMOS BY JOSPEH KOSINSKI.

Oscar Wilde

"To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all."

The Kingdom

If you have a spare 2 hours over the couple of week I recommend you watch THE KINGDOM. I thought the film was amazing. It had great story, good characters, awesome visuals (with MICHAEL MANN producing I expected it) and was very engrossing. Also the opening credits give you a bit of history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Click HERE to watch the opening credits and HERE to watch the trailer.

Bo Fo' Sho

Check out this funny rap VIDEO from this kid that looks like he can't drive yet. Despite his age he definitely has talent and some pretty clever lyrics. *** Just found another rap called 3.14 Apple Pi - click HERE to watch the video.

Leonardo da Vinci

“I have been impressed with the urgency of doing. Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Being willing is not enough; we must do.”

Designchapel.com

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE IMPRESSIVE WORK OF ROBERT LINDSTROM.

Theodore Roosevelt

“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; because there is not effort without error and shortcomings; but who does actually strive to do the deed; who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotion, who spends himself in a worthy cause, who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement and who at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly. So that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat.”

College Daze

Sorry for the lack of blogging. It's been a crazy past few weeks. Last Sunday I jumped on a ferry to Victoria (The Island as its know in BC, Canada) for a week of classes as I got accepted into the Bachelors of Commerce program there. The week went by pretty fast, I meet some great people, didn't learn a whole lot and dropped over $2000 on tuition. Overall I enjoyed the college experience and am looking forward to going back next year for two weeks. To view pictures from the week click HERE.

Leave Nothing

LOVE THE NEW NIKE "LEAVE NOTHING" COMMERCIAL BY MICHEL MANN.

Good Life

Someone sent me a link to the new KANYE WEST video GOOD LIFE. When I first heard the song I didn't really like it but after hearing it a few times I find it very catchy. The video I liked right away through, love the graphics and it is different than anything out there right now. Click HERE to watch the video.

Baby Bruce Lee

While watching this VIDEO I just wanted to pick up this little baby and pinch those cute cheeks. Click HERE to watch Baby Bruce Lee. There is no way you can watch this video without cracking a smile.

Acapella

If you want to watch some really talented guys click HERE. This acapella of CRY ME A RIVER is excellent, and if don't look at the video you would think its really JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE singing.

Tomnagy.com

TO VIEW SOME AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHY CHECK OUT TOM NAGY'S WEBSITE.

VMA 2007

I was unfortunate enough to catch the MTV MUSIC AWARDS tonight. I don't know why but I just found the award show really boring. BRITNEY SPEARS kicked off the show with her comeback single, I didn't notice many stars jumping up and down or enjoying it, heck even BRITNEY looked bored but I have to give her credit - she did look pretty good. But the person who stole the show was CHRIS BROWN. The guy brought the house down with this dance moves. Beyong that I can't think of anything that memorable or news worthy about the show. To watch clips or a repeat of the VMA’s check out mtv.ca.

Alicia Silverstone

"I think that the film Clueless was very deep. I think it was deep in the way that it was very light. I think lightness has to come from a very deep place if it's true lightness."

Graduation

I just heard a preview of KANYE WEST'S newest album GRADUATION. While I think the guy is really talent and works damn hard to be good, his recent cocky attitude was beginning to annoy me. Despite my personal some what dislike with the guy he still delivers a great album. Graduation has to be one of the most unique albums I've heard in a while. It has a great sound and clever lyrics, heck I like it so much I might actually buy it. Click HERE to hear a few samples.

Walt Whitman

"Stranger! if you, passing, meet me, and desire to speak to me, why should you not speak to me?And why should I not speak to you? "

Layers

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE AMAZING IMAGE CONCEPT WORK OF PLATINUM FMD.

Facebook Stalker

If your looking for a good laugh then click HERE. I love this parody and was impressed by the great vocals of the group. Link via JAMES.

Tragedy

A horrible tragedy occurred on Friday night when a 71-year-old man accidentally drove into a family as they were walking down a dark street. Please read the story by clicking HERE. The images of the scene were very disturbing and my heart goes out the victims (6 dead and 17 injured) but I also feel a great deal of sympathy for the drive, a elderly man who couldn’t see the parade of people. I watched the news on Saturday and felt really sorry for the man when they showed him on television; visibly looking shocked and disturbed. I've been asked countless times over the past few days whose fault I think it is and my response has been nobody’s. I think it is one of those things that happens, and sadly was meant to happen and I hope never happens again.

Stereotypes

I love this well shoot and well acted video of 11 TYPES OF PICKUP BASKETBALL PLAYERS. The video couldn't be more accurate. I don't know if I fit into one of these categories but I know people who do. Click HERE to view.

Partay

If you enjoy spoofs as much as I do then you need to check out SMIRNOFF RAW TEA. The design of the site is awesome but the videos are even better. Both (East & Westcoast) music videos are really well made with hilarious lyrics. It was a tough decision but I liked the West Coast song better. What about you?

Blood Diamond

AN AMAZING FILM - WATCH IT - YOU MAY NEVER BUY A DIAMOND AGAIN.

Tropper

Even if you don't like her or her music you have to give BEYONCE credit for her determination. After taking what appears to be a really nasty and lenghty fall, she gets right back up and starts continues performing like nothing happened. Click HERE to watch the video.

Vincentdixon.com

CHECK OUT THE AMAZING WORK OF PHOTOGRAPHER VINCENT DIXON.

Cog

During a potluck lunch at work a conversation about the best commercial ever came up. Everybody, except me because I hadn't seen it nor couldn't recall it, agreed that a HONDA commercial was the best. Thanks to YOUTUBE I was able to view the ad in a matter of seconds. For something so visually simple it is really engrossing and fascinating to watch. Click HERE to watch the ad.

James David Shaw

"If practice makes perfect, but nobody is perfect than what’s the point of practicing?"

Hoopla

About a month ago I discovered that CRISPIN PORTER + BOGUSKY had written a book about their take on advertising called HOOPLA . Within a day I ordered the it from CHAPTERS. Since recieving it, I've flipped through and read most of the 432 page book. If your in business or trying to peddle a product or service I highly recommend this graphically engrossing book. It features cp+b's ads, creative ideas and thought process. Even if you don't come up with a hundred new ideas as I did, it will challenge your views on marketing & advertising.

Mark Victor Hansen

"You control your future, your destiny. What you think about comes about. By recording your dreams and goals on paper, you set in motion the process of becoming the person you most want to be. Put your future in good hands - your own."

SimSim

Just got a link from a friend to the new THE SIMPSONS (or as my grandma calls it SimSim) website. From a design point of view alone I think it's awesome. It also has some great features and cool downloads. Click HERE to visit the site and plan on staying awhile - it's pretty addictive.

Man Vs Lion

I personally think that lions are one of the coolest animals on earth. They look cool and move very gracefully. But I have no intention of meeting one face to face. The guy in this VIDEO is just pure crazy. I dont think there any special effects and everything seems real. Click HERE to watch the video.

Envy

GOD, I WISH I COULD DESIGN THIS WELL - ADS BY JWT SPAIN.

Sean "Diddy" Combs

"I've never been surprised about what happened to me. I've put in hard work to get to this point. It's like when you become a lawyer - if you're bustin' your ass, you're not surprised when you get your degree. I came in to win, you know. This is why I stay up late while other people are sleeping; this is why I don't go out to the Hamptons."

Transformers

James and I decided that it would be a good idea to catch the 10:30pm show of TRANSFORMERS because it would be so busy. We got there about a half an hour early and it was almost packed. I'm pretty sure that everyone in that theatre enjoyed the movie - I sure did. If you haven't seen it yet, I highly recommend it. It has great action scenes, a lot of comedy and hot girls that can't act. The CGI is amazing and even though the film is pretty long it'll hold your attention all the way through.

Boom Chicka Wah Wah

I have to say that one of the funniest commercials I've seen are the Boom Chicka Wah Wah commercials from AXE. I wish I could be a fly on the wall in that meeting when they came up with the idea. Click HERE one of the commercials, it’s already been viewed over a million times.

Shakespeare

"Be not afraid of greatness: some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them. "

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Tracker

Just for fun I thought I would check out if any new free agents have been signed on the first day of eligibility and I couldn’t believe all the action. Here are a few major signings (and shockers): Jason Blake with Toronto, Daniel Briere with Philly, Scott Gomez and Chris Drury with the New York Ranger. My hope is that the Canucks will be able to sign Paul Kariya. Click HERE to view all the mayhem.

Jerry Seinfeld

“Seems to me the basic conflict between men and women, sexually, is that men are like firemen. To men, sex is an emergency, and no matter what we're doing we can be ready in two minutes. Women, on the other hand, are like fire. They're very exciting, but the conditions have to be exactly right for it to occur.”

Rudy

I decided watched the film RUDY last night after someone at work told me that it is his favorite sports movie of all time. While I didn't like the character of Rudy right away, his determination and desire eventually rubbed off on me and even though the film is pretty predictable, I found myself cheering for the guy. This true story is a despite the odds, hard work pays off kind of movie. I highly recommend it.

Obey Clothing

BUY THIS REALLY COOL WHITE BEARD WIZARD TEE AT KARMALOOP.

Stronger

I love the KANYE WEST'S new single STRONGER from GRADUATION. It has a great sound and that arrogant swagger he's known for. While I love the song, I don't really get the video and don't think those sunglasses he sports are cool. Click HERE to watch the video.

Friends Gag Reel

A friend sent me this link to see the full FRIENDS GAG REEL. I didn't watch the whole thing - it's over an hour long but what I did see what pretty funny. Click HERE to watch the reel.

Kashif

I was channel surfing a few days ago and by luck caught the beginning of KASHIF MAMON'S dance on AMERICA'S GOT TALENT. The guys was good but had no facial experssion at all, but I was glad to see that the crowd liked him. To watch the clip CLICK HERE.

Shake That Diaper

A friend sent me this LINK today. This baby has some serious skill, I'm sure he could any party started with his moves. Click HERE to watch the best and cutest baby break dancer in the world.

Dan Nainan

Click HERE to view the stand up routine of half Japanese and half East Indian comedian DAN NAINAN in Seattle. I thought he was hilarious and impersonations were dead on.

Greenlabelart.com

A new site featuring some of the most talented designers in the world and their packaging labels for MOUNTAIN DEW. Personally, I loved the site design and mini videos about the artists. Click HERE to check it out.

Iso50.com

CHECK OUT THE AMAZING VISUAL WORK OF DESIGNER & DJ SCOTT HANSEN.

Can't Tell Me Nothing

While suffering from creative block today I decided to flip on the tv and channel surf. I was lucky enough on catch the start of the new KANYE WEST single "CAN'T TELL ME NOTHING." Personally, I really liked the song and think the video was beautifully shot.

Roundup

Click HERE for the NY TIMES article on various quotes from commencement speeches in colleges across America. My personal favorite is TRAVIS SMILEY'S speech: "The tragedy of life does not lie, young folk, in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goal to reach. It is not a calamity to die with dreams unfulfilled, but it is a calamity not to dream. It is not a disaster to not be able to capture your ideals, but it is a disaster to have no ideals to capture. It is not a disgrace to not be able to reach all the stars, but it is a disgrace to have no stars to reach for. "

Joseph Campbell

"What each must seek in his life never was on land or sea. It is something out of his own unique potentiality for experience, something that never has been and never could have been experienced by anyone else. "

Ecko

Over the past few years I've read about every article and watched every segment about or concerning MARC ECKO. I've always had an interest in learning about the movers and shakers behind the scenes making products we consume. I also admired his humble beginnings and passion for his various projects and how he creates synergy between them. Click HERE to watch a interview on Ecko's insights into business and branding.

Kehindewiley.com

TO VIEW THE AMAZING PAINTINGS OF KEHINDE WILEY VISIT HIS WEBSITE.

Cabbie

While some people find him annoying, I think that CABBIE is hilarious. He has fun with the players and asks questions that even make their jaws drop. Check out his clips by clicking HERE. My favorite segment is when he asks NBA players to be his best man.

Go Sens Go

Those that know me, know that I've been an OTTAWA SENATORS fan for years. I was cheering for them back when they were winning 20 games a season. I'm thrilled that their in the finals and I hope they can sweep the DUCKS. Despite what a big fan I am, not even I can write or rap a song for the team like BELLY did with his GO SENS GO ANTHEM. Click HERE to hear it.

Whoa

Whenever I link to a video or site I like to set it up and say why I like the video. Now this VIDEO, I don't really think it's cool or funny but it will make your jaw drop! Click HERE to view.

Theodore Roosevelt

"The credit belongs to the one who strives valiantly; who comes up short again and again; who knows great enthusiasm and great devotion; who spends himself in a worthy cause; and who, at the best, knows in the end the triumph of high achievement; and who, at worst if he fails at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those timid soulds who know neither victory nor defeat."

Roadtrip

On a daily basis I see, read or watch something cool and wish I had done that. One of those ideas is ROADTRIP NATION. I don't know who started it but I really like the concept of traveling the North America interviewing prominent people in different fields and finding out how they forged their own path. My two favorite interviewees are Starbucks chairman HOWARD SCHULTZ and former Philadelphia 76ers owner PAT CROCE.

Oprah Winfrey

" Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down. "

Mockup

AD CONCEPT I CREATED WITH A PICTURE I SHOT A FEW MONTHS AGO.

Ellen DeGeneres

“Normal is getting dressed in clothes that you buy for work and driving through traffic in a car that you are still paying for - in order to get to the job you need to pay for the clothes and the car, and the house you leave vacant all day so you can afford to live in it.”

Landlord

As a one-time landlord, I'm sure I was a jerk and lazy to get things done but I definitely wasn't as bad or as cute as this landlord. Click HERE to watch this hilarious video, THE LANDLORD.

Emilekozak.com

COOL DECK DESIGNS BY DANISH ART DIRECTOR EMILE KOZAK.

Wow

I'm sure you've seen your fair share of crazy commercials that show the consequences of speeding but I think this video from Ireland takes the cake. Not only does it keep your interest, but it also makes you think. Click HERE to view.

Helen Keller

"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. Security does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than exposure. "

Creation

Found this great ARTICLE about the development and behind the scenes work of the JORDAN xx2 DIGITAL CAMPAIGN. Overall, I really like the branding and creative being produced by BLAST RADIUS and the photography of MARCUS ERICSSON is amazing.

Thesmallstakes.com

CHECK OUT THE GREAT WORK OF DESIGNER JASON MUNN.

Karma

If your one of those people that doesn't believe in karma then you need to watch this VIDEO. A fan heckles STEVE SULLIVAN after he gets hit with a high stick and what happens later is just pure bad karma.

Michael Jordan

“I've always believed that if you put in the work, the results will come. I don't do things half-heartedly. Because I know if I do, then I can expect half-hearted results.”

Creative

AN EXPERIMENTAL STICKER - LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK.

Upgrade U

I caught the premiere of BEYONCE'S new single UPGRADE U featuring JAY-Z. I love the beat and think her imitation of her man is hilarious. Check out the video by clicking HERE.

Fracture

Watched the movie FRACTURE tonight with JAMES. I had only seen one ad and wasn't too sure what the story was so I went in with no expectations. Personally I really enjoyed the movie and liked the much-anticipated twist. The film was well paced and well acted and I highly recommend it.

Walt Disney

"All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me... You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you. "

Fighter

I've always been a JOE SAKIC fan. I'm proud that I was in the stands watching and appluading when he scored his 500th career goal. I and many hockey fans know Burnaby Joe as a skilled center with a wicked wrist shot. But after you watch this VIDEO you'll be impressed with is fighting skills too. I wonder what DON CHERRY has to say about Sakic beating up his boy DOUG GILMOUR.

Les Brown

"You know, we can't get out of life alive! We can either die in the bleachers or die on the field. We might as well come down on the field and go for it!"

Cheese

Just as I begun to kick my donut habit (I haven't had one since the end of February) and significantly decreased the number of cookies I consume on a daily basis, I've developed a new addiction to cheddar cheese. It began with one innocent slice at work and now I find myself craving a big block of it. At first I blamed the cheese makers but now I curse lack of willpower.

American Street Idol

I don't know this guy's story nor how he ended up on the street but I think he has more talent than most people on AMERICAN IDOL. Watch Super Bad Brad aka the homeless guy perform at the Apollo by clicking HERE.

Entourage

Over a span of three days last week I watched the first three seasons of ENTOURAGE. That's right, I watched all 26 episodes (780 hours) in three days. I was that hooked. Even after watching the last episode of Season 3, I still wanted to see more. The show is really well done, great dialogue, cool cast (JEREMY PIVEN as Ari Gold is brilliant) and likeable characters. I highly recommend you check out this awesome show.

Henry David Thoreau

"I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived."

Transformers

A MICHAEL BAY FILM - CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT TWO NEW TRAILERS.

Intense Workout

After a lot of procrastination I finally attended my first yoga class today. I questioned if I would be able to do it and if it was for me. I knew going into it that it was going to be intense but I didn't know that I would be cursing myself out during the middle of it wishing I was home with a bag of bbq chips in my hand. The 90 minute yoga class was one of the most intense and mentally challenging workouts I've ever had. I haven't decided to go back yet but I'm proud that I pushed myself and tried something new.

Shooter

I watched SHOOTER starring MARK WAHLBERG last week and was disappointed to see it drop in the box off this past weekend. I personally enjoyed the film and found it to be a smart, fast paced thriller with some awesome explosions. I never realized how much thought goes into being a sniper. If you get a chance I highly recommend you check it out.