Why do I climb the mountain?
I’m currently ill, and when you’re ill it always helps to have some techno music and William Shatner waxing philosophical about climbing a mountain.
The Scariest Thing: The World According to Monsanto
Well worth the watch if you ever wondered about what you’re eating:
No need to remind me…
I have another blog entry planned, but to tide you over until then, here’s a great music video. The song is by one of my favourite groups Röyksopp.
Earth Day: The Green Ad Effect
Divine Caroline has a great article about how while green and environmentally conscious ads are more memorable, they may not be having the desired effect of convincing consumers. Sustainable marketing is a big issue (I’ve been learning about it), for more and an excellent gallery of some quality green campaign ads check out the article.
More viral video risks: Basketball Star Jumps over Car
This viral video posted by the American Basketball star Kobe Bryant on his website, depicts the 3 time NBA champion jumping over a speeding Aston Martin with his new Nike Trainers.
Investigators on the net have discovered that the video is indeed a commercial for Nike and Bryant, when asked by KCAL-TV how the stunt was done said “Hollywood, baby.” So the ad was fake but this has always been the case with controversial viral adverts, such as with Ford’s SportKa.
The concern as always is will people mimick his insanity? Some seem to fear for his career. One thing is certain though, Ad companies seem keen to use controversy as a tool to get a commercial out.
Will it ever backfire?
Source: Mahalo
and I thought poster designers were creative…
Did you notice a certain trend towards one font in Movie posters… after this you’ll realise. That’s for sure.
What happens on a slow news day at Rocketboom?
I’ve been subscribed to Rocketboom for a while, but this is definately the best episode I’ve seen… maybe I’m not in the right demographic…
Isn’t it awesome?
Drawing a PSP in Microsoft Paint
Microsoft Paint fascinates me and it is one thing that lacks from a mac, it’s not something I will ever particularly need but it’s simplicity is intriguing. In this video by graphic artist Randis Albion we can see he’s obviously very proficient at the program, it’s simply astonishing.
The Isle of Wight Soapbox Derby 2007 – The Video!
I have just uploaded the first major bit of content to the site! New in the media section, our first feature, is a 15 minute film about the Isle of Wight Soapbox Derby, that took place in early June 2007.
Check it out here. And please leave your comments on this post! 