Blog Awards

The Grocery List from Hell

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:14:00 -0500

From Book reviews, bad medicine practices and fun spins on our nightly news; The Grocery List from Hell covers every nook and cranny in an enjoyable, light and entertaining fashion.

This Blogger also loves eBay and shares many interesting and fun finds from the bizarre to the practical. A twist here and there on the ever growing not so practical such as a Divine Potato Chip.

As a late arriver on the Blogosphere Shuttle, this blogger obviously took the time to develop a webblog with a focus and central subject point. The posts are well written, rounded and thought out. The template is pleasing and very original. I absolutely love the subtle banner that at first glance may appear to be a crumpled brown grocery bag. Then upon a second look it turns into an apparition from Hell.

So much for the Divine Potato Chip!

Congratulations to - The Grocery List from Hell - for being our next Mix-Pix Award winner! As well as being a breath of fresh, creative air to the Blogosphere. I really enjoyed my visit. -Mix

Beyond the Outhouse

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 8 Dec 2006 13:11:00 -0500

It's been awhile since I've put some time into my award blogging and I have a lot of catching up to do. For now I want to take some time to focus on Blogs of merit of all genre's, places, ideas and dreams. Today allow me to start with Peter from Beyond the Outhouse. Peter is an astounding photographer and recently has been posting photographs taken from around the world.

I've chosen the photo above to feature not only because it is doggone cute. Nor because it's title of Christmas Dreams appeals to me this time of year. I do so because the peacefulness - the art of dreams is what this entire blog features. Every photo shares a dream whether it be in the form of a Buddhist Prayer, Lady Liberty welcoming Dreamers of freedom from shores far away or the fallen dreams of soldiers returning from war.

Peter has an excellent way of photographing people in a light that captures them in their essence. Thank you Peter for sharing your excellent photography.

Steve Don't Eat It!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 22:41:00 -0400

Introducing another Twisted Blog Award. (I know I've been slacking onthe awards lately) Anyhoo, I usually don't like to steal another's post but this guy had me laughing through his entire blog!! Here is just one of the many hilarious features found at "Steve Don't Eat It!" For some great laughs and if you have a strong stomach this evening go on over and say hello. Don't be shy. =O)

Cuitlacoche

Cuitlacoche is a black fungus that infects corn fields, making the kernels bulbous and swollen as they fill with spores. It also goes by the name Huitlacoche. If you're having trouble with the pronounciation, it's: Cuitlacoche (kweet-lah-KOH-chay) or Huitlacoche (dat-sfuckin-NAS-tee).

It's safe to say this is the first time I've ever paid for an infection. I am, of course, not counting the one I got from your mother. (YES! You walked right into that.)

I've read that U.S. farmers consider it a disease and destroy it. Farmers in Mexico put it in cans and sell it as a delicacy. I travelled far and wide to find my own precious can of Cuitlacoche. Okay, it was at my supermarket, but I had to drive like two miles to get there and got stuck at a couple of lights.

Enough chit-chat. I'm gonna go dine on a can of disease. But before I do, I really do feel bad about that cheap mother joke. My sincere apologies to you and your lovely mom. (The filthy whore.) Be right back!

Oh, sweet Christ. Visually, I think the bar for Steve, Don't Eat It! is about to be set at a new low. So I'm going to ease you people into this one. Let's begin with a single spore-filled kernel before we examine the entire contents.

The following picture is a swear-to-God-unretouched-side-by-side comparison of a normal kernel of corn and an infected huitlacoche kernel, both from the same can.

These results can also be achieved by bombarding a kernel of corn with gamma rays and then making it angry. (But be warned. You won't like it when it's angry.)

Alright, you've waited long enough.

Presenting the entire can of imported sludge (that I was actually charged money for)...

Don't worry, I checked the ingredients before I tasted it. "Smoker's lung" was not on there.

Before I even got the whole can open, I detected a vague aroma of sweet corn, along with what I can only describe as a deep musky funk. Put 'em together and it smells like corn that forgot to wipe.

In just a single serving, you'll experience a wide array of textures. Without getting too gross, it's because the disease is more advanced in some kernels than others. One bite might be kinda chewy, while the next might burst in your mouth like a black pus-filled blister. (Whoops, forgot about the not-too-gross thing. Oh well. Nuts to you!)

So, how does Huitlacoche taste? Does it matter?? LOOK AT IT!

I guess it would be fair to say it doesn't taste as truly horrible as it looks. The flavor is elusive and difficult to describe, but I'll try: "Kinda yucky." Hey, that wasn't so hard after all.

For any connoisseurs, I'm not sure if this stuff would go better with red wine or white. How about with a bottle of Bactine? I've always found that goes great with infections.

Huitlacoche also goes by some other names. It's frequently called Maize Mushroom, Corn Smut, and Mexican Truffle. I've even heard it referred to as "Devil Poop"-- but that was only after I said it. (For God's sake, it comes with little bits of corn already in it! Talk about a time-saver.)

I thought it was interesting that Monteblanco chose to make their company logo the focal point of the can. I also found a can of huitlacoche from Goya. They, too, have downplayed the visuals by hiding it in a mild-mannered burrito.

I went ahead and made a new can label for the gang back at Cuitlacoche Central. As always, this is a free service.

Well, that brings us to the end of a long overdue Steve, Don't Eat It! And now I have a belly full of diseased corn. Maybe I should go see a doctor about a penicillin shot.

For your mom. (YES! In your face! Oh man...)

...for more hilarious fooditorials visit Steve here!

DONALD JAMES SIMPSON / UNBALANCED

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 18:53:00 -0400

"You have reached the end of the Internet."

For our first Twisted Blog award allow me to introduce you to Doctor Chip. The Doc is in and trust me he is truly unbalanced and totally twisted. A warning for those with weak hearts and bad backs, you must be at least an 8 on the Twisted Scale to ride this ride.

From Monster Seeing Eye Boobages to our feature photo here of an indoor kiddie playground, expect to find all that is unexpected. Sharing photos from the unbelievably stupid to the outlandishly gross you wouldn't believe the graphics this guy has on files until you go and take a peek at them. Amazing and yes, indeed TWISTED!

Perhaps you can only handle so much twisted stuff to view within your week. If so, stop by and visit Doctor Chip on Sunday for his "Sunday Big Blog". A wide array of fun photos and inspirations to make you sit back and think. What you think about is totally up to you and quite revealing on how Twisted you really are.

Congratulations to Donald James Simpson of Unbalanced for our first Mix Pix Twisted Blog Award. Keep on twisting Dude! -Mix

Mix-Pix TWISTED Blog Awards

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 13 Aug 2006 14:19:00 -0400

Is your Weblog what some may call "Twisted"? Perhaps you are the next up and coming Comedian. Maybe you have been Certified a Looney. Either way I challenge you to shock us and make us laugh.

To Enter the Contest or to nominate a site, simply fill out the form in the sidebar or send me an email at Margiemix at Comcast.net. Please be sure to include the web address to the blog being submitted. Entrees will be judged according to how TWISTED your Blog is!

Contest ends: "Sunday - September 10, 2006."

Winners will be given a "Mix Pix Twisted-Blog Award" and recognition here and throughout the blogosphere. All encouraged to apply!

Mix Pix Foodie-Blog Award Winners

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 13 Aug 2006 13:36:00 -0400

Congratulations to all of our Foodie-Blog Award Winners!

Thank you to all who participated and delightful culinary genre' that you all bring to the Blogosphere Table! -Mix

Interview with Sweetnicks

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 12 Aug 2006 19:25:00 -0400

For as long as I can remember, I have loved writing and yearned to be a food journalist when I grew up. When I moved out on my own for the first time, I discovered a second passion ... cooking. Now, many years later, I still have a love for both and started my site, Sweetnicks, in an effort to combine them.

What are New (to Me) Blogger on the Block Thursdays?

Now, "new" doesn't necessarily mean they're new, just new to me. The food blogging community is a wonderfully supportive group, and they provide great inspiration, advice, ideas and motivation constantly. Often times, I'm so busy working on my own blog, that I don't get enough time to surf around to see any new food bloggers that might have popped up, and it's a community growing by leaps and bounds. So by doing this event regularly, it serves two purposes: 1) It's a reminder to go check out my fellow food bloggers and 2) It will highlight a fun new one for you guys.

What is ARF/5-A-Day Tuesday?

Simple. Just my little way of keeping healthier eating in check. Every Tuesday, food bloggers who made a recipe that includes an ARF (Antioxidant Rich Food), fruit, veggie or any combination of the three can be included in my ARF/5-A-Day Tuesday evening round-up. The recipe doesn't necessarily have to have been made that day. Just e-mail me your permalink by 9 pm EST on Tuesday to be included, and post a link to my site in your post on your site, so your readers can get a chance to check out the round-up as well. Lastly, one lucky participant gets the coveted photo op of the week. All designed to keep us eating healthy and inspire us with new recipes and ideas. Hope you join in!

Congratulations to Sweetnicks our next Mix Pix Foodie Blog Award winner. For something new and something sweet, be sure to stop by and say hello! -Mix

Laura Rebecca's Kitchen

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 8 Aug 2006 22:34:00 -0400

"What I miss most about NYC is the food. Around every corner, a gem of a restaurant waited to be discovered. And any type of food you wanted -- Italian, Jewish, Thai, Japanese, Indian -- was just a phone call or subway ride away. New York is the UN of cuisine.

I also miss taking classes at the Institute of Culinary Education, where I devoted myself to leisurely hours cooking. Chocolate, pastries, pastas, meats, souffles: all good stuff. Mmmm, those were the days."

Meet Laura Rebecca from the Finger Lakes Region in New York State and come see what's cooking! Currently this week she is featuring Simply Summer; simple recipes taking advantage of summer's bounty. A great refreshing start with some Raspberry Blackberry Crumb Jumbles. So delicious!

Then on to some refreshing mixed drink recipes and one in particular that captured my fancy is the feature photo here of Turkey Corn Chili. It looks so fabulous I can practically smell it through my monitor and what a wonderful light way to enjoy a rib sticking meal in the midst of summer. The Turkey works perfectly.

Her archives feature delightful holiday recipes and oh my goodness, even a recipe for Doggie Bisquits! I know for certain my two little guys would adore these fresh from the oven treats.

Congratulations Laura Rebecca, for being our next Mix Pix Foodie-Blog award winner!

Bay Area Burgers

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 1 Aug 2006 19:18:00 -0400

Whoever loves Burgers raise your hand! For our next Mix Pix Foodie-blog winner take a peek over at Bay Area Burgers. If you live in the Oakland, CA area or are planning to visit San Francisco - here is your first stop for an awesome Burger Tour.

You can count on the straight up 411 when it comes to a good burger vs. bad burger. This blogger shares his utter disappointments as well as his beefy-licious finds. The Spazio Burger may leave you feeling flat and lunch at the Burger Joint could leave a person with cotton mouth because it is so dry.

Be certain to check out Luka's Sunday Soul Brunch and enjoy the rare burger that is so alive, I fear it may moooove off the plate. Just joking and a bad groaner joke at that, but a delicious burger photo and tasty blog experience.

However, speaking of groaning my tummy is growling like there is no tomorrow after reading this blogger's review on My Big Ass (Burger) from Brickhouse Cafe & Bar. You will so enjoy reading this post as well as the others that you'll be left full and plenty satisfied.

Congratulations to Bay Area Burgers for having an Award Winning Foodie-Blog! I'm off to Hardee's for some Angus Beef!

I Eat Meat

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 29 Jul 2006 14:40:00 -0400

Perhaps this isnt' a foodie-blog per se, but here is a great guy who loves to play with his food! Meet Patrick Moser the famous Pumpkin Carver and venture into his world of meat!!

Now of course, if you are a Vegan you may feel a tad bit offended - so please, visit his Pumpkins instead. However for the carnivores out there come and take a peek at some holiday "Meatmas" surprises that Patrick loves to cook up for the holidays.

Patrick is a diabetic so his diet is strictly limited to refraining from refined carbs, flours and sugars. Meat is virtually carbless and a Joy to this Foodie. Can you imagine a basil herbed sausage stuffed roaster draped in dripping bacon slices?

From making chickens dance to dangling their legs in a makeshift rotisserie seasoned with Lemon Pepper, Patrick has brought the talent of grilling and roasting to new never seen before levels. Just as he does with his amazing Grumpkins.

Congratulations Patrick for being a Foodie Winner even without a blog! Stop on by everyone and send Patrick a great big jolly hello. -Mix

Kitchen Latin

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 27 Jul 2006 17:03:00 -0400

For our next nominee, here is a wonderful Foodie-blog from Germany called Kitchen Latin. Most posts are written in English but please feel free to use the Alta-Vista Babelfish to translate the entire blog for recipes and some wonderful recipe and kitchen help tips.

She shares everything from golden brown and flaky Chilean Empanadas to our feature photo of Buttermilk Jelly with Currants. If you are in the mood for daring to try something different. Kitchen Latin is a wonderful place to begin.

There are some wonderful Summer drinks and recipes that would surely cool off our hottest afternoons. As well as a delightful Rosemary flatbread that is surely tempting me to get off my computer and head on over to the kitchen and try my hand at this. Can't you just smell it baking right from your monitors? Okay, maybe not but virtual sniff of these wonderful creations would be an interesting technical concept if ever developed.

The Summer Pudding is also a winning recipe and very different. I just love berries and cherries and this looks so refreshing. Then of course there is the most minty refreshing recipe in her current post of homemade mint ice cream with chocolate.

Congratulations Kitchen Latin for winning our next Mix Pix Foodie-Blog award. Thank you for sharing your culinary delights and wonders. -Mix

Acme Instant Food

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 26 Jul 2006 11:56:00 -0400

The Dalai Lama said to "approach love and cooking with reckless abandon." I absolutely agree with that. I suppose it also helps to explain the mess in my kitchen.

Oh my heavens! My oven door just blew open after reading Acme Instant Food's blog. It is incredibly funny and absolutely delicious. Even if you are a person who doesn't like food (Could there be such a person?) this blog is a delight to read.

They include many scrumptious recipes just in case you have to whip up a little something for a "diner thing" you are scheduled to attend. Are kitchen disasters common in your home? Oh come on now, we all had a few! Be sure to read The Trash Compactor Files where caramels battle Global Warming.

Try out the recipe for Madonna's Discofied French Toast for breakfast. Warm up a can of soup for lunch, or not. Then get your fun on with some leftovers for supper and see what culinary Iron Chef delights Kev' and Ed can whip up for you. I'm spending forever reading this wonderful blog and getting quite hungry. I'm very tempted to move in with these guys. They are awesome Foodies!

Congratulations to Acme Instant Food for being our next Mix Pix Award winner for completely satisfying us with their incredible spreads. (<----insert Food Porn here.) -Mix

Spicy Pepperry Muses

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 21:09:00 -0400

"Though my day job is for Microsoft, my real passion lies with food. its a dream i've never followed professionally but one i'm always magnetically attracted towards. i love to eat and cook good food, always bond instantly with foodies & read 'foodie' books/mags all the time. i categorize myself as a 'discerning' foodie though - one that goes after the best quality, made from scratch food. no deep fried food in lard for me."

"Seattle Foodie is inspired by spices, ponders and rambles about all things spicy." and is our next Mix Pix Foodie Blog Award Winner. Her posts are full of wonderful foodie delights for the sweet tooth and chocoholic to some mouth watering vegetarian dishes. My tummy is growling just reviewing this blog!

On a current post she shares a recipe for Rhubarb and Peach Walnut Crumble mixing sweet with spice, or has Seattle Foodie so says, "You need the ying & the yang". This recipe is going to certainly smell up my kitchen in the next few weeks, especially with Rhubarb and Peaches in season.

She also shares a variety of Cuisines from Bengali, Brussels, India and Mom's recipes, which are always tried and true favorites. Thank you and Congratulations to Seattle Foodie for sharing her fabulous foodie thoughts! -Mix

Foodie Chickie

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 10:34:00 -0400

"I am a happily married New Yorker in my early thirties. I enjoy cooking(though I have my good attempts and bad attempts), trying different foods... "

Come by and visit Foodie Chickie for a variety of food, recipes, blogging and information in the grand ole' world of culinary delights. Currently she has featured some simple meals such as Welsh Rarebit and Bird in the Hole. Two great dishes, for breakfast or a late night foodie attack.

She also shares her experience and links to recipes at her local NY restaurants including Australian Meat Pies! So yummy and I have to try making this at home. Our feature photo here is of Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls). As an advid lover of Japanese cuisine, particularly sushi - this recipe really tickles my taste buds and is indeed a must try at home. Thanks Foodie Chickie!

I love this Foodie Blog because it is about a "Foodie" not just the Food. She shares experiences, ideas and thoughts as well as announcing open season on tropical fruits and sharing a grocery store discovery. Along her sidebar you will find a wonderful list of links that she shares and it turns out, Foodie Chick is also very crafty! Be sure to check out her country style frames, wreathes and pots.

A big hearty Congratulations to Foodie Chick for being our next Mix Pix Foodie-blog winner! -Mix

Anything With Cheese

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 10:58:00 -0400

"I'm a culinary student embarking on a new life adventure. After a few years in the corporate world, I'm finally pursuing my dream of becoming a chef. No doubt I will have many stories to share as I put on my chef coat and hat and get to chopping. "

Meet Allison from Anything With Cheese a culinary student sharing her Foodie Adventures. The Post Sweetbread Prep had me laughing and loosing my lunch. I thought biology class was bad!! The very idea of eating let alone preparing Thymus sounds scary, but as this weblog title suggests... Anything with Cheese!! (Ketchup won't hurt either.)

I never gave it a thought that although I enjoy cooking and consider myself a Foodie - that in culinary school and in the Chef world, you can be forced to prepare meals and dishes that don't necessarily appeal to you.

Her creativity is delicious and I even enjoy her posts about the ordinary tried and true culinary treasures, like breakfast!! With Cheese no less! Yum!

Congratulations Allison for being our next Mix Pix Foodie Blog Winner! Stay in school and let us know when you land your first big Chef gig!! -Mix

Raving Foodie

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 18:48:00 -0400

"An on-again-off-again exploration of food and its friends. Spending a year now writing about and photographing the yum that is daily life."

My oh my, I'm already starting to regret running a Foodie-Blog contest - these entries are amazing, including our new Mix Pix Winner, Raving Foodie. I'm sooooo hungry just looking.

From mixed drinks, pizza, pasta, sushi and fish - this Foodie covers it all so delightfully! I have to hand an award over just for the ability to make such perfect sushi and nigiri! How do you do it? What a wonderful summertime meal that is light and filling. This blogger is on time when said, "Those who don't barbeque, do sushi."

The Reubenesque on Broadway has me cramming to find a recipe to recreate this at home. Can I do it? In the south where corned beef is hard to come by? Oh yes I can and will. I can taste the meal just by looking at it here.

Congratulations to Raving Foodie and thanks for sharing the Yum!!! -Mix

Nancyland, Vancouver Foodie Fun!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 15:05:00 -0400

This is simply a journal of my food adventures, mainly in Vancouver, BC. Basically, a place for me to live out my long-time fantasy of being a restaurant reviewer. I hope that readers will find the reviews useful. I will include random bits about other foodie adventures like grocery and cookware shopping, cooking/baking projects, cooking classes, and eventually I will add a cartoon "The Adventures of Ha Gow" my little Chinese dim sum shrimp-filled dumpling dude. Foodies of the city, unite!

Visit Nancyland, our first Mix Pix Foodie Award winner! Here she shares reviews of restaurants in the Vancouver area as well as everything else Foodie. Often sharing photos of the wonderful cuisine and certainly a blog that will make you hungry just by reading.

When is Multi-grain bread really multi-grain? Here our blogger lets us know the finer details of shopping for bread and advises us to stay clear of the squishy loafs. I love how she vividly tells us of her experience eating outside on the patio overlooking Horseshoe Bay. So much so I'm longing to go!!

For a variety of Foodie adventures, from restaurants, recipes and grocery options be sure to visit Nancyland for a wonderful take on food. Congratulations Mix Pix Winner! -Mix

Mix Pix Foodie Blog Awards Contest

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 16 Jul 2006 12:38:00 -0400

ATTENTION all Foodie's! Does your Weblog heat up your kitchen with recipes, disasters and cooking hints? Perhaps you are a Chef or an ordinary homemaker trying to come up with creative dishes to satisfy your palate or a BarBQ Grillmaster. It's time to show us what you got a cookin'!

To Enter the Contest or to nominate a site, simply fill out the form in the sidebar or send me an email at Margiemix at Comcast.net. Please be sure to include the web address to the blog being submitted. Entrees will be judged in a positive light on content and design.

Contest ends: "Sunday - August 13, 2006."

Winners will be given a "Mix Pix Foodie Blogger Award" and recognition here and throughout the blogosphere. All encouraged to apply!

Mix Pix Photoblog Winners

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 16 Jul 2006 12:10:00 -0400

A big congratulations to all our Mix Pix Photoblog winners! Your photos were delightful, creative and I had a wonderful time visiting. As I am sure the same experience will be enjoyed by others. Be sure to visit these wonderful photographers! Thank you to everyone who participated. -Mix

SMALEC

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 16 Jul 2006 11:50:00 -0400

For our final Mix Pix Photoblog Award winner stop by and visit K&W for a wonderful collage of photos to enjoy. Some great shots of people, capturing their smiles, joy and in the act that are marvelous! You can feel the excitement of a Mom to be and be sure to top by and catch the link to see the adorable result of these photographers 9 month project.

Amazing architectural shots of historical sites revealing the awesome art, taste and style of history gone by. A few botanicals tossed here and about, each more breathtaking than the last!

Congratulations K&W as photographers and new parents! She is so precious and you don't want to miss a second, keep the camera clicking our precious little ones have a knack at growing up right under our noses! -Mix

EYESPEAK

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 9 Jul 2006 19:33:00 -0400

Our next Photoblog Winner is Rohit Mattoo from Edinburgh, Scotland. Here you will find a treasure chest of amazing talent and photos from a variety of Categories from abstract to sepia. Yet again I am having a difficult time choosing just one of them to feature next to this review. I love all of them!

I usually favor the natural but here I am absolutely blown away by Rohit's Abstract Photography. He has a wonderful eye for geometrics that makes these finished photos absolutely hypnotizing. I can stare at these for hours on end they are so gorgeous.

You will fall in love with Rohit's photos of people and portraits. Snatching a moment in time and oddly enough, he seems to capture their thoughts right at that particular moment if you look closely enough.

You definitely won't want to miss out on his Architecture shots either, here you will find some incredible architecture beautiful in it's own right, and absolutely breathtaking when Rohit brings forward their details.

Congratulations Rohit, for EYESPEAK being our next Mix Pix Award winner. Great job! -Mix

Daily Pictures from South Africa

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 9 Jul 2006 13:45:00 -0400

"This is a blog about Bloemfontein, otherwise known as the "City of Roses". It is situated in Central South Africa, in a province called the Free State. We are not close to the ocean, so my pics will be about city life!"

Meet Marieta and Dawn , sharing the rich beauty and culture of South Africa in their delightful Photoblog. One of my favorite photos would be the one featured here of handsome Fred, sitting on his lazy chair as the sun beams seem to magnify his royal disposition. Of course, I am biased as I own two such creatures myself and have never met a basset hound that I didn't love dearly.

The photos are capturing of the South African culture and spirit, each in their own way dragging us in to experience the richness of South Africa. From city life and rainbows, markets and wrestling merecats - Marieta and Dawn succeed by inviting us to share in the daily life of their country.

Congratulations for being our next Mix Pix Photoblog award winners! Make sure to stop in and visit there are many treasures to be found here. -Mix

Suby & Sin's House

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 8 Jul 2006 16:23:00 -0400

Visit the home of Suby & Sin to enjoy a great collection photographs. They did not enter themselves in this contest nor were they nominated - it is all of my fault this time folks. I can't let this wonderful photoblog slip by unnoticed. In a team effort Suby & Sin bring us gorgeous shots, many of people; capturing the moments and the faces of life in motion.

Not only do they share super people shots, but gorgeous architecture, nature and animals are tossed in also. I love the Tuxedo Kitty and his awesome expression. Can you see how thrilled he seems to be about being in focus? Of course not, yet you can almost hear him saying, "Hey there. I'm a professional pouncer. I am the expert on sneak and capture. Who are you trying to fool here?" The character of Tuxedo Kitty has so much character and I love it.

Makes me think, we need to tie a small camera to his collar and see how kitty looks at things.

A big hurray to Suby & Sin for being our next Mix Pix Award winners! Unexpectetly of course, but like a few other blogs I have reviewed, I cannot let this one slip by unnoticed. Great work guys! -Mix

Picturing the world

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 8 Jul 2006 15:27:00 -0400

"My name is Linus. I'm a young Swedish university student trying to get a grip on the world. Pictures, rhymes and poems help with that. Let's see where it all leads. I'll be glad to have you with me."

Our next Mix Pix Photoblog winner is an amazing photographer, poet and philosopher. His amazing photos are not only professional they challenge us - to look deeper and to interact. My favorite aspect of photography is the capturing of character, as I may have mentioned here before. Seeing the spunk of a kitten, the inquisitiveness of an opening flower or the shadows of a society. Many photos have character and the challenge is to bring that forward.

Yet here while enjoying the Photography of Linus, I found a remarkable and distinctive aspect. While looking into many of his photographs you will soon see that it was he, that captured your own character. They remind us of who we are and shines light on our prospectives.

I am almost certain that we will soon be seeing more of Linus in the near future in the professional world. Until then, hurry up and visit this up and coming professional now, while he is a "young 'un trying to get a grip on what's going on." Congratulations Linus, for winning the next Mix Pix Award. -Mix

picturejockey dot com

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 5 Jul 2006 08:18:00 -0400

For certain photography by a professional graphic designer would have to be incredible and here, Navin Harrish does not disappoint us with his Photoblog. If you love rainy days as much as I do, be sure not to miss his latest gallery on the good, the bad and the downright ugly for some soggy but amazing photography.

I was very intrigued by his post "Charms" where Navin stumbles across a cigarette pack nestled in between a few rocks. Returning the next day he captures it and a message that is up to you, the viewer, to digress. His photography seems to make us think, remember and often dream. I absolutely love this angle while viewing photography.

Be sure to visit his archived collections also. I have always been fascinated with the cultures of India, the beautiful architecture and arts are so deep rooted in a history of inspiration. To see the effects of the modern world embraced by this gorgeous country will also leave you in wonder and awe.

Every now and then you'll run across a photo of his darling son, Manu. Let there be no doubt Navin's boy is a genius as he attempts to run away wearing Daddy's shoes. A real cutie for sure. Speaking of capturing people, this is also an aspect that Navin does very well.

Thank you Navin, for sharing your award winning world with us. Incredible! -Mix