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Sunday, October 31, 2010

Epic - music review

OK, against my better judgment, I thought I'd chat about "Epic" the clean version of Blood on the Dance Floor's CD that came out this past October.
Epic.

Its Halloween and you might feel like a RAVE, so you might want to add these guys to your playlist. Funny, I'm just not sure how 'clean' this version is. On Epic you get 21 songs of fun and fast electronic music. Add in almost a touch of a Metro Station flavor, some interestingly fun lyrics and a screamer and you've got yourself Blood on the Dance Floor.

Blood on the Dance Floor is a group from Orlando, Florida. The group currently includes vocalist Dahvie Vanity, ; Christopher Mongillo, who is a member of many other bands including Kthx and Saturday/Thursday, and screamer Garret Ecstasy. Past members include screamer Matty M.

BOTDF have released An Album entitled Let’s Start A Riot, a single called Save The Rave, a second album entitled It’s Hard To Be A Diamond In A Rhinestone World, have released another single entitled Suicide Club, another single called Siq With A “Q” and a radio edit album.

They can be described as electronic, powerpop, electro, dance, screamo. Or just call them Scene Kings. Emo Love. They fall in the likes of Jeffree Starr, boy talks trash, the medic droid and breathe carolina. Granted, they might not be everyone's cup of tea. Still, they have a sound you can move to, while others have a blast figuring out their lyrics.

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Saturday, October 30, 2010

The Paper Mama Photo Challenge: Halloween!

October 30th - November 4th



This weeks guest judge: 
Tia from: Christopher and Tia.
This weeks challenge "Halloween"
The challenge

The challenge will be based around your children. Take or find a photo of your baby (or kid... or puppy... or kitty) in their Halloween costumes. OR, if you don't celebrate Halloween... a photo of what you did on October 31st. :D

 

 

 

 

 







*Disclosure: no babies were harmed in the making of this challenge.*

Tia's example of "Halloween":


Chelsey's example of "Halloween":
{Ruari 10.5 months}

Here are a couple links to some free photo editing software if you don't already have something:
Picnik
Picasa
Gimp
Pixlr

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There always has to be rules... I know, boring right? But, it's to help me and you. :) Click on the link for more details... Each entry does need to link back to my blog... Click here to see last weeks winner... All photo entries need to be in by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on November 4th...
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Guess what.... after 4 challenges there will be a week long vote off of the winners from the 4 previous challenges... The winner of the vote off will get a small prize! 2 more challenges to go...

Winners so far:
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If you have an Etsy shop and would like to give away an item as a prize... please drop me a line! I ♥ sponsors and will show your shop some love for your contribution. :)
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Click here to see last weeks winner of "Black and White".




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And, if you all get a moment.... I'd LOVE a vote! :D
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Hey! If you want to link up your Halloween photo in another challenge, here you go: A Sorta Fairytale.



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AND, the winner of the Paper Mama "Black and White" challenge is...

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This weeks guest judge:   
Charmaine from Just bits & Pieces.
This weeks challenge: Black and White.
The challenge: The challenge will be based around your children. Take or find a photo of your baby (or kid... or puppy... or kitty) in a black and white photo. This week I'm encouraging you to work with photo editing programs. Don't let it stress you out! Just play with it and have fun. I'll include some links to some free editing programs (If you don't already have one).




Why Charmaine chose this photo: "I was drawn to this photo immediately. The thumb in the mouth, the stunning eyes & the dream-like light around her little piggies. It's almost like a secret moment was captured."

Congrats! Please feel free to grab a "fact: I'm awesome ... #1 winner" button below. Because: you ARE awesome! And, thank you SO much for participating!




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Why Charmaine chose this photo: "I loved the sharp contrast between the black and white.....the fluffs being blown away...beautiful conversion."

Why Charmaine chose this photo: "The light...a beautiful subject...need I say more??? Gorgeous!"

Why Charmaine chose this photo: "Again...sharp contrast, which I'm loving. And it seems like she's lost in a moment. I wonder...what is she thinking about? Intriguing."

Why Charmaine chose this photo: "The moments before a new life is brought into the world.....amazing capture. I can feel the pain, the excitement."

If you're a top 5 photo, please feel free to grab a button below!



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 My favorites (in no particular order):

I just love how these eyes pop! Beautiful.

This action shot is awesome!

So so sweet!

I love the angle of this shot!

I pretty much love everything about this photo.

I love this little naked silhouette!



If you're one of my favorites you are more than welcome to grab a "Paper mama hearts me" button below!


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And, we both had a few honorable mentions:


Guess what.... after 4 challenges there will be a week long vote off of the winners from the 4 previous challenges... The winner of the vote off will get a small prize! 2 more challenges to go...

Winners so far:
  • Fall: ... And then she snapped ...
  • Black and White: ... Jennifer Leigh ...
  • Halloween: ... no one yet ...
  • Food: ... no one yet ...
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If you have an Etsy shop and would like to give away an item as a prize... please drop me a line! I ♥ sponsors and will show your shop some love for your contribution. :)
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Shout out to my sponsors!

I know you've all see these buttons off in my sidebar, but I wanted to dedicate a post about these lovelies that help support the Paper Mama blog.

Starting from the top with my two newest members of the sponsor family:

Romeo and Mae:

All your sewing pattern needs can be found here at this Etsy shop! Sewing isn't really my thing... but, I like to recruit people to sew things for me... Well, mostly my Mom. :D Be sure to also visit her blog. Check out a few of my fave's from her shop:

{Romeo and Mae}
{Romeo and Mae}
{Romeo and Mae}


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Barely Measured:

The handmade bags over at Barely Measured are So SO lovely. Beautiful. You may have seen this bag over at I Rock So What. The REALLY neat thing is she really works with you to create the perfect bag for your needs. I'm getting a new diaper bag from her. We will have a place for my camera too! I really can't wait (But, I have to. ;D)! Visit her blog too!

{Barely Measured}
{Barely Measured}
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BabyPhotographers.com


This is the place to find your baby photographer! I've said it before: yes, I LOVE to take my own photos... but, other photographers have a different style (or more professional touch) than I do. Here you can find a photographer in your area! Instead of going through the millions of listings through google. Give them a look!

{Captured by Carrie}
{Angela Weedon Photography}
Find your perfect baby photographer!


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Claire's Creations:

This is the perfect place to find a unique accessory for a loved one! The holiday's are coming (sooner than you thing)! AND, she has a sale right now: 50% off everything in her shop! Yup! She's making room for new creations. She also has a cute blog.

{Claire's Creations}

{Claire's Creations}



I'll be sharing more of my sponsors tomorrow!



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