Idle Thoughts

The Lake Twins.

2012-05-02T09:19:00.003-07:00

A phenomenal new blog from an incredibly interesting artistic duo.
Check out their blog below:

The Lake Twins

Lydia and Phoebe Lake have a tight grasp on the artistic notion of space. Whether it is a fleeting idea, or a concrete block of imagination, they work in formulating not just an intricately simple plan, but often a highly successful, piece of artwork.

Tuesday London Trip

2012-04-06T06:44:00.002-07:00

A day filled with a trip to the British Museum and Brick Lane. Tuesday was filled with light showers, a gorgeous curry, and great company. I began the journey early and made my way to the former. Numerous mummies, and classic architecture engulf the senses as I walked through the halls being bombarded by curiosities and of where I was.
Below are some images taken from the museum and then later from around Brick Lane. I give full credit to the artists. I truly adore the work I have posted. A real idea of form, style and modern ideas. J.B likes very much.

Sekhmet

A great series of images here that I found on my wanderings through Brick Lane's busy streets.

^^ The little Ewok. I particularly like the other image, the way the graffiti in the background blurs into the shading around the girls eyes pops very well for me.^^

I found the next images very interesting. I have placed them in this order as it shows, and as I read, that the first two show the beginning of coffin burial. It was only after these figures had been closed, did the Egyptians form their known idea for mummification which we know of today.

Here we see a well preserved mummy. Below a different figure, which shows the intricate detail used in the embalming process. The face is knowable, the hair still very noticeable, and a sense of peace easily displayed on the face.

Moleskin.

2012-03-28T05:02:00.002-07:00

A new afternoon, and a brand new A4 Moleskin notebook. I cannot tell you how much I love the feel of one of these pads.
For me they are as desirable as Frankincense, and Gold. The black color scheme pops brilliantly with my silver Cross pen, and the creative juices just seem to flow freely when both these two come together in symbiotic harmony.

Here is my gorgeous new Moleskin and Cross pen.

I am also going to include an image I photographed last night when out and about in Greenwich. It was taken of the beautiful, and majestic Cutty Sark, which after a long awaited redevelopment, seems from all exterior premises to be visually functional. I really like how the image looks almost juxtaposed, like a piece of photo-montage.

My return from abroad.

2012-03-26T16:57:00.000-07:00

I have returned. Barcelona was one of the most beautiful cities I have ever visited. A cacophony of interlinking styles, fashions and ideas.

Below are a selection of photos that I really enjoyed taking, and would like to share with you on the World Wide Web.

I love the imagery and flow of this image.

Space Baboon

I love the quirkiness of this image

I found these masks in a Masquerade shop just round the corner from my hotel. I especially like this one due to its triptych nature.

The extreme glamorous nature of this mask is almost unbelievable. Incredibly beautiful, and incredibly sinister. The best of both worlds.

A beautiful, vaulted ceiling welcomed me to this medieval cathedral. This photo was taken in the cloister. I love the natural effect of trees within a human space.

What a bike. I love the green filter used here. It makes the chrome pop, and the black shine and shimmer.

Gaudi's house, designed by him. This ceiling took my breath away. It is almost unbelievable, a swirl which culminates in a modern light, which for me works unbelievably well. It has elements of a wormhole, sucking in space and time, and within this house, it feels like time its very self stands still.

Trip

2012-03-18T15:56:00.000-07:00

A new and engaging trip has come up for me to attend. As of next Thursday till next Sunday I shall be vacationing in the glorious Barcelona. I am very much looking forward to this getaway and will upload photos of my trip when I return. =]

Musings on a New Year.

2012-01-07T14:37:00.000-08:00

Lately I have found a rekindled amusement in sketching. Whether it be the feel of a cheap Bic between my fingers, or the scratching of nib to paper, it has felt both great and slightly exuberant. Here are a few sketches that have come from the noggin' into the forefront of my consciousness.

Art Work.

2011-02-21T08:29:00.000-08:00

Here are a few drawings I did in my spare time. I became very interested when looking at a Complete guide to William Hogarth, as well as seeing some of Leonardo DaVinci's work in the National Gallery last week. I thoroughly enjoy the anatomical aspects of two of these three drawings, with special attention to the use of tone, light, and the muscular apparatus.

The other drawing was produced after feeling a sudden urge of boredom lift, and therefore replaced by the need to draw and produce, random, morphed people.

Photos and drawings by Joel Baldwin.

2011-02-06T10:32:00.000-08:00

Here are a few photos that I took, when feeling the Sunday morass of boredom.

Some were taken in a local churchyard near my home. I enjoyed the Gothic themes at play, and how nature was portrayed as dark and untimely.

I also added a few photos that I took when experimenting with some old art, etc.

All Photos by Joel Baldwin.

Results in.

2011-01-10T15:38:00.000-08:00

Finally, my Masters results have been confirmed. I am so happy that they were of admirable standing. Now all there is to do is find myself some form of employment, and set the Grand Plan into motion.

Seemingly, the financial crisis has left a giant void not just in the job market but also my psyche. The sheer inability to act, look, obtain until I fully completed my course was absolute. I can only hope that the completion frees up what is needed in my subconscious to kick the conscious into overdrive.

Images

2010-12-25T09:51:00.000-08:00

I re-found an image that I took last year around the Festive season, in Greenwich.
Taken from the window of a Chinese restaurant, I like the play between business as usual and the festivities of the street lamp decoration.

The next image is taken from the fascia of a church in the centre of Greenwich. I love how the acidity in the air has almost molten the faces of the angels, to such a degree that it looks likes something from Dante's Inferno. I used this image in a collection of works for a course I was doing in my Second year at university. Hence, probably why, I added the greenish hue to aid filmic value.

I hope you enjoy these two images.

Photos by Joel Baldwin.

Christmas Joy

2010-12-25T07:01:00.000-08:00

Christmas day, the birth of Christ, and all I can think about is food, and presents. Is that wrong?
The modern day nuances of a festive season merely focused around Mammon are sad, but plain to see.

Present wise, I am engrossed by the Asos sale atm. Some very good, classic pieces, but also like any sale, some that are not my cup of tea.

I have seen some very nice classic Chelsea boots, I adore the dandyish look, sadly most shops don't stock an original design, but more over the modern take, 60s fashion of pointed toe, rather than that of a rounded toe. Ah well, hopefully a full revival shall begin soon. One can hope.

New

2010-12-24T20:27:00.000-08:00

Well, I suppose this is as good a place as any to begin. It would seem as though I am fairly new to the blogging scene, and it shows in my poor introduction. But one needs to jump in the deep end. I have noticed some fashionista blogs around, and they have peaked my interest in the finer things in life.

MERRY CHRISTMAS, first of all. I cannot wait for the sales to begin, as I am in grave need of some new, and upcoming fine drapery.

I wish you all well and hope to post more soon.