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AUSTRALIAN DJ CROSSES OCEANS WITH HIS NEW HIT
 One hit, that's all it takes in the music business to make someone an overnight star. Of course, this is a ridiculous idea, the biggest joke in entertainment is that an artist is an instant success…decades in the making. Still, every artist can tell you about that one moment when everyone seemed to suddenly be aware of them. Australian DJ Rod Dawson experienced his particular moment as a result of his collaboration with Slushii on the remix of "Like a Bitch" by Zomboy. Slushii (DJ Julian Scanlan) was so impressed by Dawson's talent that he immediately booked him as the opening act for his tour, exposing this Australian artist to a US fan base. Perhaps more than any other art form, music has long held the power to use one unifying hit song to propel an artist's career. Rod's remix has resonated with concert goers and some of the world's most famous DJs alike. Those who have been playing his work include such instantly recognized names as Skrillex, Kayzo, Jauz, Party Thieves, and Slushii. The later was so taken with Dawson's music and performance that he added him as the opening act for his "Light It Up" tour. Already a household name among DJs in his native Australia, Rod is about to make the rest of the world sit up and take notice.
This remix of "Like A Bitch" is a mix between PSY Trance and Dubstep. The original track was dubstep which Dawson transformed into Psy Trance, giving it bouncy high energy feel. The result was literally a style like no one had heard before. The collaboration travelled back and forth between the two artists with Rod doing the initial lion's share of the process as well as a few final touches. Dawson's creative approach to the song appeals to the more forward minded/aficionados while the four on the floor kick unifies anyone who relates to free-spirited dancing. Dawson concedes, "I think it's the sub and bass that makes everybody lose their minds. They get lost in the groove of the break beat high hats that add to the hype of the track live…the energy is like nothing I have ever seen for one of my songs. The drop of the track is so un-expected and the driving of the kicks and bass groove just makes people lose their minds."
Slushiii is already an instantly recognizable name in the DJ world; while he was aware of Dawson, their collaboration on this song instantly flipped a switch for him. As soon as he heard the finished song, Slushii bought a round trip plane ticket for Dawson, demanding that he come join him to perform the song live with him. Slushii's insistence that the song was so innovative and exciting was proven by the crowd's reaction to their performance. Rod confesses, "It was one of my most memorable moments when Slushii's smiled after I finished performing the song live and him he told me I killed it. For someone on his level to believe in me like he did and then tell me that what I did was amazing and that things were just going to get more exciting from this point on, it was something that I will never forget. It still makes me work hard to this day." Reinforcing these thoughts, Slushii himself notes, "I've watched Rod showcase his music skills and he's a technical wizard with crazy talent. He really knows how to work a crowd! The track we worked on only took a few weeks because Rod has a very clear vision of what he wants to create. "Volt" is already being played out by some of the biggest names in the music scene, which means Rod's brand in the US (and beyond) is strong. I feel like "Volt" has a tight, new perspective on EDM and has the potential to be something huge. I myself have been producing music for years and playing festival mainstages over the last year so I can tell when someone has the talent to make it big…and Rod definitely has it."
To assist propelling Rod's star into the North American market, Slushii has chosen Dawson to open for him on his upcoming tour. The opportunity has already been bringing fans from Slushii's camp to an awareness of Rod's music via Social Media. Selfie seekers, promoters, booking agents, and others have been seeking out this exciting Australian artist. Slushii had previously jammed with Dawson offstage and has recently taken to inviting him out to gigs to sit in during his set. Vetting an as of yet unknown in the US artist this way has an immediate effect on both Dawson's image on the scene and his experience amidst it. The confidence that such an established artist (as Slushii) has in him, automatically legitimizes him to a new group of listeners; after he steps onstage it's up to Rod to make that concrete. He communicates, "While I'd been in front of some big crowds, I had never been on a stage with that many thousands of people watching. I felt that Slushii had given me this huge opportunity by putting me in front of all of his fans…the last thing I wanted to do was mess up and let him down. The thing is, once you get up there, all of your instincts and preparation take over and you don't even think about it. Getting to see how a crowd of fans I had never played to lose their minds over what I could do, a crowd that came for Slushii but when I dropped my stuff were going mad, it was like something I had ever seen before and really mind blowing. It's definitely the type of experience I want more of!"
With Authentic Style, Comedian Ronen Tverya Works the Crowd
Catch Comedian Ronen Tverya at During Dirty Martini Showcase at The Rendezvous in Seattle, Washington on August 27.
Comedian Ronen Tverya shot by Shay Kendler
In the world of stand-up comedy, style and delivery are key. There's a seemingly endless number of comedy styles-- slapstick, deadpan, satire, self-deprecating, parody etc., the list goes on and on; and while some genres overlap, not all of them will hit home with every audience, not by a long shot. But if the comedian on stage has good timing and nails the delivery, they can lead even the stiffest members of the crowd to crack a smile, in the majority of situations at least.
Comedian Ronen Tverya is one of those uniquely talented performers who manages to find the funny bone in even the toughest members of the crowd-- you know the ones who look like they haven't smiled since, well, ever. Born and raised in Israel, Ronen made a name for himself on comedy club stages back home early on in his career.
One of the aspects of Ronen's act that makes him stand out is the way he interacts with the crowd. Regardless of whether one of his jokes causes the room to erupt in laughter, or falls flat, which is rare, Ronen continually engages the crowd, single out people in the room, asking them questions and wielding those organic, unscripted conversations into his routine on the spot. From impressions to improvisational songs, and a lot of self-deprecating humour, Ronen weaves together a multitude of styles into his routine, but one of the through lines that connects it all is his attention to the audience.
He explains, "I do a lot of crowd work, for me that's the most important and fun thing to do. I like to talk to them like they are a part of the show. Their reactions is very important to me. I want them to feel good and enjoy every moment."
Recently Ronen began traveling around the United States on an extended vacation, but that doesn't mean he hasn't been able to have some fun on stage. A strong force in the comedy world, it's not surprising that he's been invited to perform as a featured guest at some of the coolest comedy clubs around the country thanks to his unique skill on stage. With Hebrew being his first language, adapting his act to English, as well as altering his jokes to an audience with vast cultural differences than the general population back home in Israel, has been a unique challenge for the comedian; but often times those challenges seem to work in his favor. Some might argue it's the authentic way he delivers his personal experiences in America without stumbling over his words or apologizing for grammatical missteps, but instead owning the fact that English is his second language, and zeroing in on the fact that some of the practices in this country are downright perplexing to him.
"I think self-humor is a must. I laugh a lot about my life," says Ronen. "Being a comedian requires you to reveal yourself. You can't hide anything from the audience as you're standing there all alone by yourself."
Since coming stateside, Ronen has already performed as a guest at Laughs Comedy Club and Comedy Underground in Seattle, WA and San Francisco's Brainwash café, where he performed during the Cookies and Comedy, comedy highlight of San Francisco founded by none other than Tony Sparks, the "Godfather of Comedy" himself.
"I think if Tony Sparks see's me perform and recognizes my talent, that's a big compliment for me," admits Ronen with a smile.
Ronen has also performed on Mutiny Radio, a popular San Francisco radio collective that broadcast live musical performances, poetry, comedy, theater and interviews with the artists, activists and thinkers that come through the Bay Area.
Clearly his act has gone over well in the states, and more invitations to bring his comedy routine to stages across the country continue to roll in. You can catch Ronen performing live during the Dirty Martini Showcase at The Rendezvous in Seattle, Washington on Sunday August 27 at 6:30 p.m., as well as several other hilarious acts. If you're not in Seattle don't worry, you can still catch Ronen's act, as the show will be broadcast live on Facebook through the Dirty Martini Shows page.
"I'm looking forward to it as the performance is going to be broadcast live, that's pretty exciting. Also I love The Rendezvous… I perform there almost every Saturday at the "Naked Brunch" improv event ," explains Ronen. "As for the material, I'll I'll talk to the crowd and see how it feels."
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Cinematographer Andre Chesini returns home for making of award-winning film 'Tereza'
Andre Chesini behind the scenes on "Tereza"
Andre Chesini's first inspiration was his grandfather, who used to love photography. In his formative years, he would watch the films his grandfather made of their family, filmed with a Super 8 camera. Eventually, Chesini would help his grandfather with the editing of the films, having his first exposure to what it was to make a movie. This time that was spent bonding with his grandparent created another bond, and he fell in love with filmmaking.
Today, Chesini has found himself at the top of his field in his native country of Brazil. As a cinematographer, he appreciates the true art of his craft, capturing every image of a film with a passion and talent many strive for. Last year, his work on the film Chocolate captivated audiences, winning awards and critical acclaim. This pattern follows Chesini with all of the projects he embarks on, including the films Life on a Leash, and the music video Oração.
"As a cinematographer, you need to translate writing material and ideas into visuals, while keeping budget limitations. The goal is to translate the vision of the director that faithfully reflects the story and his or her intentions. My profession requires artistic sensibilities, great collaboration skills, and mastering the constantly developing of technology that involves creating a picture," said Chesini.
Once again, Chesini showed audiences around the world just what he is capable of with his work on the film Tereza. In the film, prison inmates have dubbed a rope "Tereza," assembled with clothes and rags. Chico, a mysterious inmate, strives to change his life, regardless of the risks. In order to reach this objective, he must not only rely on his courage, but also, "Tereza."
"Tereza is a story of how we belong in our world. It's an existential and philosophical premise that I really want to explore as a cinematographer," said Chesini.
The film was shot in Brazil, at the penitentiary of Ahu in Curitiba, where Chesini also shot his award-winning film A Fábrica. The director and executive producer of Tereza, Mauricio Baggio, had worked with Chesini previously and knew instantly he would be the best person for the job, as his work on A Fábrica received such acclaim. Chesini did not prove the director wrong.
Baggio had a huge vision. In one pivotal moment in the film, the prison needed to be entirely lit during the night. It was a large electrical task, one of the largest of Chesini's career. They litover three floors with over 100 cells per floor. The look, although extremely difficult to achieve, was vital to the success of the film, and Chesini, along with his gaffer, pulled it off.
"Andre is an amazing human being. His sensibility and good temper always are welcome to the production. On the film Tereza, his inputs, ideas and solutions made the film look like the movie we wanted. I felt secure and confident having him as my cinematographer and collaborator," said Baggio. "Andre's instinct towards the moment are of immeasurable skill, and that is what I look for in a cinematographer. The reality of production can be decided on an instant if the camera person is not able to follow the intentions of the actor. Andre was in a hyper focus when we were rolling and that helped me dive into the story. Beyond that, his skills of coordinating with production, production design and his departments are great to have."
Chesini's instincts behind the camera were once again the right ones. Tereza went on to not only be celebrated at over 20 of the world's most prestigious film festivals, but Chesini himself was recognized for his talents. His work on Tereza won Best Cinematography at the Festival de Cinema de Pinhais in Brazil and the Festival de Cinema de Caruaru 2015.
"When Tereza got the Best Cinematography awards I felt really proud. Getting an award is an amazing recognition, and urges for me to go deeper into my craft," said Chesini. "The fact that the movie had such a world acceptance even though it was regional story is a delight. The movie got awards and nominations in Europe and South America leaving its mark."
Chesini's eye behind the camera was pivotal to the film. Typical Brazilian prisons have over 3000 inmates, and Chesini was working with a small cast. Using just hi camera, he had to convey the image that the prison was full using just ten extras. By doing this, he made the story believable, and enveloped audiences in the suspenseful story. He used the size of the location to his advantage, placing actors in specific places and playing with their light and movement, it creates the illusion of a full penitentiary.
"The movie is almost with no dialogue so the visuals were really important in order to tell the story, which I love. The existential crisis of our character allowed me to see the film through his perspective which was an interesting visual argument. At the end is a reflection of how we look to the other, and how we are judged. Our prejudice and expectations in our society that sometimes doesn't proper value of its individuals," said Chesini.
Chesini's work in Tereza shows why cinematography is such a unique art form, and why he is a master artist. However, the awards and praise were not what drove Chesini throughout the process of making the film. For the cinematographer, it was a homecoming.
"Cinematography is an amazing endeavor, and doing this together with your friends is even better. I was back from where I began, having been away from Brazil for the three years before shooting this. Being able to work with old friends, hearing their stories, it was a privilege," he concluded.
Television Host Dan Babic on Becoming a Voice for Curvy Women
Ninety-one. That is the percentage of women who are unhappy with their bodies and ultimately resort to dieting, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This devastating reality is a direct reflection of the influence that society has over women of all ages. Every day, women are bombarded with unrealistic images in the media, telling them how they should look, feel, and act. Now, more than ever, women need to be motivated to love themselves for who they truly are, rather than despise themselves for their inability to meet such unattainable expectations. They need to be inspired. They need to be empowered. Most of all, they need a voice. A voice reminding them that they are not alone. A voice reminding them that beauty is not defined by a specific size or shape. A voice that motivates them to love themselves for everything the media forgets. They need a voice like Dan Babic's. The seasoned television host and media personality is a rarity in the entertainment industry, using his talents to promote diversity in television and to inspire his audience to be who they are without fear of reprisal.
Babic is a well-known figure in the entertainment industry and a mere glance at his experience makes it difficult to dispute why. As a television host, The Australian-native has had the unique pleasure of interviewing well-known celebrities like Caitlyn Jenner, Kim Kardashian, Bob Saget, Gerard Butler, Brie Larson, and many more. In shows like Design Exchange, and the Ellen Degeneres Show, Babic excels at bringing his audience an unparalleled authentic viewing experience. In fact, he regularly interviews celebrities at Red Carpet events and After-Shows segments, never failing to find a unique angle in order to bring his audience closer to their idols than ever before.
For Babic, his work isn't about populating his resume, but rather about staying true to himself in a way that inspires his audience to do the same. For him, entertaining is not a job, it is a lifestyle. A lifestyle which consistently results in directors seeking his talents to take their show to the next level. This was exactly the case when Sherry Lee Meredith, the creator of Go Curvy Television Network's hit series, Date 'Em, approached Babic in pursuit of his rare ability to connect with his audience and for the remarkable way in which he lends his voice to under-represented individuals. The show strives to break barriers, and provides a unique platform for curvy women to find love based on a genuine connection, rather than a waist size.
"When creating Date 'Em, I sought out an unprecedented on-screen personality to fulfill the lead role of host for the series. Dan not only met, but exceeded every expectation I had for him, and I knew that he was the clear choice for this series. Daniel astounded me as lead host with his exceptional ability and talent to instantly connect to the series' target demographic of middle aged curvy women, based on his unique and infectious personality, and how it blended with his lead role. Dan possesses the rare talent of being able to relate and be a voice to people of all different shapes and sizes. His fearless nature of not caring what others think resonates with viewers and allows them to do the same, allowing Dan to subsequently establish himself as a one of a kind media personality and TV host, and I could not be more pleased with the impact he had on Date 'Em," said Meredith.
Luckily for Meredith, the desire to bring success to the now wildly popular show was mutual. Babic was drawn to the show's premise and fiercely dedicated to ensuring that the women involved in the show were well-represented and satisfied with the outcome. "I immediately wanted to work on Date 'Em given the show's inspirational and distinctive objective of ensuring that women of all shapes, sizes and lifestyles are represented in television. The network, Go Curvy, are a trailblazer for this cause and the go-to resource for curvy women all around the world. Sherry's notoriety and fearlessness as a writer, producer and TV host is something that I admire and knew I immediately had to be a part of her groundbreaking project. Ensuring diversity in television is something that I, as a host, focus heavily on and the fact that I can use my talents to be a voice for women overlooked in mainstream television is fulfilling in ways that I can't do justice with words," stated Babic.
The show's success was widespread, reaching audiences in a way that even the show's creators couldn't have anticipated. According to Meridith, it all comes down to Babic. "Date 'Em has been incomparably well received in the recent years, and I attribute much of this success to Dan's efforts as our lead host. The series was distributed by Go Curvy TV Network, and attracted countless viewers when it aired, reflecting not only the high quality if the production, but of the impact that the series has on our viewership. This, combined with the stream of positive praise about the series that we received from fans and critics alike, can be directly linked to Dan in the lead role as host of the series, as it was his magnetic personality and fearless attitude which attracted much of our fanbase. I hold no reservation in crediting Dan with a significant amount of the series' commercial prosperity, and I am honored to have worked alongside him," she said.
Perhaps his success can be attributed to his unprecedented skills as a "connector," or perhaps it is his ability to be 100 per cent, unapologetically himself. Whatever it is, the television industry would be lost without talent like Babic's. His ease on camera, and his sociability make him a wonder to watch and as a result, his audiences are addicted to the content he produces.
PRODUCER RAFAEL THOMASETO IS SENSITIVE...WHEN IT COMES TO SELECTING HIS FILMS
 Filmmakers are the most modern incarnation of storytellers. With more than a century to the history of moving pictures, it doesn't truly seem new but in the timeline of mankind's relationship with communicating tales which excite, frighten, and amuse us…it's extremely brief. One of the most essential traits for any storyteller, whether it be around the fire in a caveman's lair or in the modern day Cineplex, is experience; not necessarily personal experience but the kind which goes back generations (or further). To have lived and known others who have lived a diverse life, this is what empowers those whom captivate our minds and hearts with their yarns. Rafael Thomaseto not only sought out his own experiences/adventures but comes from a lineage which set the standard for him. Thomaseto hails from Jundiai, Brazil just outside of Sao Paulo; where his grandparents had settled following their exodus from Italy post World War I. From the inexpensive land they settled, his family created one of the biggest distribution companies for fruits and vegetables in Brazil. His parents agreed to let him move to Minnesota for a year when he was fifteen so that he could experience a different culture and cultivate his English. While he returned to his home country, his fixation with film and the entertainment industry would draw him to producing and working in Hollywood. The committed work ethic he learned from his family and a natural talent for producing has resulted in a number of award-winning films at some of the most prestigious festivals on the planet.
In 2016, Thomaseto produced "Quartet" which was an official selection at the Cannes Film Festival as well as premiering there. This story of a polyamorous relationship explores the parameters of what the characters are willing to sacrifice to hold onto the ones they love. The film received awards at the Women's Only Entertainment Film Festival, Largo Film Awards, and L.A. Short Awards, among others. Helena Sardinha (writer and director of "Quartet") professes, "Rafael immerses himself to a level that few achieve. It was his goal to know exactly what he could expect from everyone involved. He masters the entire production process to be able to assist his director from the concept of the story, raising capital, organizing logistics of shooting, and generating marketing and business plans. It's a wonderful sense of security for a director to know that your producer has taken care of everything long before you even realize that it could be a problem. Rafael creates the type of environment we all want, which is one in which you can create, free from outside complications."
Rafael produced "Pumpkin", a heartfelt and somewhat agonizing story about two best friends separated with great physical distance while dealing with a diagnosis of cancer. The film presents the idea of a very real life frightening situation and how it is handled in modern society. One aspect of "Pumpkin" connected in particular with viewers of a certain generation. Thomaseto explains, "I think we used a very unique and modern way of telling our story in the film; technology. The two teenagers share their passions in life and a strong friendship they have built through a screen; sharing their fears in life through an app. One character was suffering from an intense and powerful sickness and what made him feel better was to look at the computer and talk to his best friend who was overseas. This just shows the reality we live in now. We are connected through our phones and computers most of our days. We create online relationships and that's the contemporary world. The film is real and the audience sensed that." In addition to recognitions at The Best Shorts Competition and The Women's Only Entertainment Film Festival, "Pumpkin" was also an official selection at the Cannes Film Festival.
In yet another film which depicts someone struggling against the odds to find a place for themselves in the world, "Eli" tells of an autistic man whose father has only been given six months to live, forcing Eli to learn how to take care of himself. As the audience witness Eli's determination to relate to the previously unfamiliar world and find a way to support himself with a job, the real message conveyed is that we never know what obstacles our fellow human being has been forced to overcome just to be an active member of society. Rafael is especially proud of his producing credit on "Eli" which was awarded Best Short, Best Drama, and Best Producer at the Hollywood International Moving Pictures Film Festival.
Rafael's most recent project is a yet untitled film tentatively which is a co-production between Brazil and United States (still under script development and negotiations). A character-driven and human-condition film with universal themes that transcends international differences, this coming of age movie chronicles the experience of a young teenager growing up in a small town in Brazil while dealing with the discovery of his homosexuality and his addictions to abusive sex encounters. True to form, Thomaseto does not shy away from topics that are provocative. He relates, "Films probably inspire more and attain a wider audience than any other art form. 'Self' is my way of using my voice to call help for those millions of kids who grow up struggling with their identity and those who beside all that, suffer with abusive sexual encounters and don't come forward in a way of punishing themselves or perhaps are afraid of revealing their sexuality." Thomaseto continues, "I consider myself a storyteller. I want to be a producer and make sure I support creative people making sure their projects become real. I want to support other storytellers to show their vision on the world as well as have direct input with my own ideas. This career, this life… whether I'm working on a project that is my own vision or helping someone else achieve theirs, I can't imagine anything more rewarding. The audience places their faith in you to entertain them but also to inform them and affect their heart; they are seeking to know themselves just as we are as filmmakers. I feel that it's an incredible adventure to learn and refine one's self as well as your understanding of others. It's very exciting!"
PLAYING AGAINST TYPE: ALYSSA VENIECE
Actress Alyssa Veniece has made a reputation for herself as an actor who embraces the physical roles offered in the industry. Her early career saw her as a bikini model and a dancer, both demand excellent physical condition. She began studying Muay Thai and embarked upon a prospering career as a fighting and stunt performer in a number of productions (including Furious 7, 11 Blocks, "Lost Girl", and many others). It's ironic and a side effect of being an in demand actor that you will eventually get cast in a role that is the antithesis of your lifestyle. For Veniece this opportunity arrived early in her acting career (luckily) in the film "One Night a Stranger." As Meg, she encountered a number of different uncomfortable situations which she handled as a consummate professional.
The focus of the film is on the complications of human emotion within relationships. Linda, an upcoming photographer whose talent shows a lot of promise is in a long-term relationship, but feels like something may be missing from it. She meets an established photographer named Brian who interviews Linda for a job at a magazine. He takes it a step further and invites her out with his friends. The story follows them as they explore the chemistry between them, only to end with Brian wanting to take their connection to a place that Linda cannot commit to. It is a film about trust, faithfulness, and the temptation that so many people face in relationships. It's an uncomfortable situation thematically but one that has been portrayed countless times in different formats. As someone who views loyalty in a relationship as paramount, Alyssa concedes that it was a psychological irritation; one that she used to her benefit and motivation in this production.
Veniece's character Meg is the girlfriend of Joel (played by Mikelle Virey). She's cool, laid-back, and likes to smoke with her friends. A self-proclaimed fitness and health fan, smoking falls short on Alyssa's list of life experiences to attain. Still, when you want to act…you act. She comments, "There's a scene that is kind of a chill party in which we are all smoking a fake spliff in a circle. I was always passed the e-cigarette first in the shot, so even if they called 'cut', I always ended up having an inhale or two. The chemicals in the e-cigarette did a number on my stomach after puffing it on every take. I was the first one to get the pass in the circle, so even if it never reached anybody else, even if we cut after 30 seconds into the shot…I always had a puff. This went on for hours. Because I am a nonsmoker as well, the difficulty was not in pretending to be a smoker, it was the effect of the substance I was inhaling which made it rough. It had to be the most challenging part of that entire shoot."
While she may have suffered a smoker's hangover needlessly, accessing the character and situation was not nearly as challenging for the actress who states, "Meg and I have some things in common. We're both extremely chill, don't expect too much from people off first impressions, and have friends in circles that may dabble in illegal substances. I myself was never a pothead in high school. Though I was never into drugs, I definitely could remember what it was like to hang out with friends who were so it was pretty easy to tap into this character. It reminded me of days when I would kick it with friends of my own.
Being an actor is a great life in many ways. The continual changes in your schedule, location, and surroundings are a bonus to some and problematic for others. One of the less popular facets of any production is when it goes nocturnal. Anyone who flips their circadian rhythm understands this nuisance. Alyssa's onscreen love interest, Virey states, "We did an overnight shoot and those can be tough on all the crew and the actors. My character was the host of the party all the characters were attending. Alyssa remained in very high spirits and kept a great attitude throughout. We did 4 scenes in a condo living room and the scenes flew by, especially considering how tired we all were. I think what made Alyssa's performance exceptional was that you would never be able to tell that it was the middle of the night or that she was exhausted. It did not affect her performance at all and she was professional the whole time. Often when you get to other people's coverage actors who are off-camera will "take a break" since the camera is not on them but Alyssa kept her energy up as the other actors did their close-ups remaining full engaged in the scene."
Most of us think only of the recognition and the adulation actors receive from an adoring public. It is easy to overlook those inconveniences that are numerous for these professionals. Sleeping in your bed at night, not being subject to being sick because of something you do at work, not to mention the absolute necessity to create immediate onscreen chemistry with those you sometimes barely even know…all of these are requirements of this vocation. Even in this, one of her earliest professional roles, Alyssa Veniece exhibited total dedication to her craft and consideration of the production. She notes, "I love stepping out of my comfort zone - it was a step in the direction of what I always dreamed about, so I was excited. Feeling pressure to perform well gives me a rush, but it's a high I will willingly take. I wanted to do the film justice. I'm hungry to live. When you want something for so long: a career path, an experience, a goal… all you want to do is live in that moment when you get it! It's like a drug. That's where my energy comes from - my passion. Throughout my entire life people have commented on two things: my mix, and my ridiculous amount of energy. I like that it's one of my trademarks. I don't think my mind processes the difference between day and night, maybe it's the rebel in me, but as long as I'm creative, I'm awake."
Videographer Maria Aguado helps skyrocket Alvarez & Moixonet shoe sales
Maria Aguado with Alvarez & Moixonet logo
Maria Aguado grew up using a camera. Looking through the lens is her life, and what she has always felt to be her purpose. Filming and creating is a huge part of her. It is how she expresses herself. This passion translates directly to her work, and as both a videographer and video editor, she is one of Spain's best.
Throughout her career, Aguado has worked with several big brands to create captivating promotional content. Her work goes beyond simple commercials, and is true art. Currently, she works with the Spanish shoe company Alvarez & Moixonet, and her videos directly contribute to the brand's success.
"Initially, working with Alvarez & Moixonet felt like a great opportunity to learn how campaigns work inside a fashion company. I've learned a lot and keep learning every day," said Aguado.
Three years ago, the company reached out to Aguado after seeing her work online, knowing she had the high-caliber skillset that they needed to take their brand to the next level. She has worked on many types of videos for them, always filming and editing. These include the "making of" videos for photo shoots, as well as a series of lifestyle videos showing different models wearing the shoes in various settings. She made a video presentation for the brand just this year, which shows, again, the perceived lifestyle of those who wear the shoes. She also filmed and edited creative videos showing the showroom and shoe collections.
"Working with Alvarez & Moixonet has been one of the most fulfilling projects I've done. I've been working with them for three years, almost from the start of the company. We created the whole image together. I filmed and edited all the campaigns. I learned a lot about how to make the audience focus on the shoes. We had to study the audience and know which type of campaign worked better. It's has been a fun challenge to find the best tools to reach the audience. I experimented with my creativity, reinventing myself continuously to get the best results," Aguado described.
Alvarez & Moixonet was born by the idea of reinventing a classic footwear worn by our elders. Aguado has been vital for the brand, creating all of the ideas for the videos and as a videographer, recorded the images and directed the models. Understanding both filming and editing, she utilizes her time effectively; while operating the camera and working with models, she knows how to properly capture the movement in the scenes that she will later need while editing.
"In some way, while I film, I am also editing in my head and imagining what it will look like. I always try to film in a way that will later give me a narrative result, in case I want to build a story while editing," she said.
As an editor, Aguado puts all the pieces together to make the masterpiece. She is creative when choosing the frames that show the essence of the brand: a Mediterranean Lifestyle. She succeeds at making the video look elegant, fun, colorful, artistic, modern, creative and chic.
"I am very much a perfectionist when working in the tone, the esthetic of the video. No matter how different the models are, my videos show the same colors, style and concept. Another important factor in editing and filming is rhythm. Rhythm shows the whole idea of the brand, each frame counts. I am very selective when editing a video, you need to stay creative through the whole process and think very carefully why and when you want to cut a frame. Alvarez & Moixonet is a distinguished brand, meaning they always try to come up with something new and risky; my videos have to follow that idea. I fully adore and respect the way the company works, I believe this is later shown in my videos," said Aguado.
The company's concept gives Aguado full freedom to create, which she loves about working with the shoe brand. She is always coming up with different ideas and versions of how the videos should look. She edits them all, and always chooses what she thinks is the most creative and unique; the one that fully represents and empowers the brand. She allows viewers to see themselves in the shoes, wanting the lifestyle that she creates. She created the brand's image, making her pivotal to its commercial success.
"Maria is very creative and has lots of ideas. She's energetic, optimistic and a hard worker. She has a lot of enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for the work she puts in," said Pedro Aguado, the CEO of Alvarez & Moixonet.
The moment you browse Alvarez & Moixonet's website, you are immediately immersed in the video that Maria Aguado created. From the first frame, you can see her touch, and watching the video, you clearly understand the identity of the shoe brand that she was instrumental in creating.
AN ACTOR'S LIFE PRESENTED IN "COWBOYS"
 William Shakespeare would at times present the character of the fool as the shrewdest and most intelligent of all in his plays. The understanding that the visage of a lack of understanding allowed this character to get away with what other's would not dream of doing while remaining free of repercussions was the playwright's way of communicating that the appearance of ineptness is often the most difficult of all personas to convey. While actor Avi Agarwal is most certainly no fool, in the 2017 film "Cowboys" he personifies an individual whose foolish actions are delivered with a mastery that is truly epic. Agarwal's character "Mr. Quirky" serves almost as the spirit animal for this story which loves to poke fun at actors and the production world. With a very self-effacing manner, "Cowboys" delivers joke after joke about the exuberance of actors and the creative mindset. Avi admits that he took his highly physical approach to the comedy of this character from many of Hollywood's iconic actors of the genre. His method of delivery in the film proves that some facets of comedy are evergreen. As an Indian born actor, Agarwal's knowledge of these masters and his implementation of their styles also proves that this format of comedy is truly universal and without cultural limitations.
"Cowboys" depicts the reality of struggling actors but in a very lighthearted and funny way. The movie opens with two actors on stage auditioning for a part. Once their performance is done, the unimpressed casting director asks them to leave. Avi's character (Mr. Quirky) begins to leave but the other actor (Tanner) stays and implores the CD for another chance, pleading that he is ready to take any available role, no matter what. In an emotional moment Tanner proclaims, "I just wanna act, please!" Mr. Quirky hears this exchange from behind the curtain and instantly jump out decrying "Me Too", which becomes a call-back catch phrase throughout the film for him. Persuaded into giving the actors a second chance, the casting team begins fastballing directions to the pair. When requested to represent passing gas, Tanner replies, 'Isn't that usually added in after effects?' while Mr. Quirky begins giving it his all. In a ridiculous competition the two begin acting out the idea. The following inane directions include: nipple twisting, a dance-off to different songs, and others. As a final humiliation, both Tanner and Mr. Quirky are cast in the show as cows. The movie ends implying that the hunger actors have for work causes them to take every role which comes to them during the struggling period of their career. It's an idea literally exemplified by Avi's Mr. Quirky.
Agarwal reveals that the physical approach was something that was a benefit for him in this role both in on and off camera. Working with (non-English speaking) director Tenten Wei on the set reinforced the idea that what would translate universally in this role was the physicality of it. He communicates, "Tenten likes to see what our first choice as actors was. On this film, I was given a lot of freedom with regards to the choices made during the dance sequence in particular. Mr. Quirky is such a physical role that I showed up prepared with a few comic dance moves to suggest. Tenten picked the ones she liked and allowed for a lot of improv of our lines if we felt in the moment that it supported the story. She was great about knowing when to put a stop to the freedom being given to the actors and even physically showing us what she is expecting from the character to get the results she was looking for. Even in the scene which we had to fart, she showed me the different ways to try during the rehearsal and then she picked the one which got her attention the most. Like myself, she was not worried about how she appeared but rather only focused on the proper result for the film."
While the film is not the most cerebral of all comedic productions, it captured the attention of audiences and industry alike. As an actor, Avi received the Best Actor Bronze Award at the LA Shorts Awards and Honorable Mention/Supporting Actor from the Top Shorts Film Festival. His performance is physically based but also communicates a very clear desperation. Viewers feel the sense that Mr. Quirky had submitted for hundreds of auditions but this is likely the first time he has been called in. His zeal and desperation is palpable. It also communicates the environment in which struggling actors are taken advantage of by certain callous people who have control over them. There is bit of an underlying social commentary in the film.
Avi embraced the opportunity to focus on an almost entirely physical comedy role for this film. As research, he chose to study Hollywood greats such as Charlie Chaplain (in Modern Times, 1936) and Buster Keaton (Steamboat Bill Jr. 1928). Avi learned how they used their bodies and told stories in a humorous way with virtually no words at all and then incorporated this approach to Mr. Quirky using his dancing abilities to perform the actions on screen. He relates, "My character in the film totally required a physical comedy with hardly any words. I can do it because I dance different styles like Salsa, Charleston, Break, and Bollywood. I also play Basketball, soccer and Table Tennis, and boxing. You really need to be aware of your body and how it moves for this kind of comedy; my physical activities in real life really help me in building this body language. I am a confident person so I don't really mind looking stupid or care about what I look like when acting. Once I take on a character I give 100 percent. My confidence comes from past experiences in my life and really helps me achieve the physical and facial expressiveness that I need. The facial expressions can be tricky. I do facial exercises every morning to make sure that when I'm on set and giving a larger than life performance, it looks natural."
The confidence Avi has in his own abilities and performance comes from preparedness. In addition to giving an aura of ease to himself, this has the beneficial side effect of transferring to many of the professionals he works with. This gentle assuredness permeates throughout the set and becomes infectious. Tenten Wei, the mastermind behind "Cowboys" states, "Avi is so talented and creative. When you work with him you feel that he is the best and it makes you feel that you are best at the same time. He's such an amazingly talented actor. I think he has the potential to become recognized as one of the great comedic actors of our time."
HAPPY BIRD'S DOP SHOWS US THE SECRET SIDE TO THE STORY
 How do you inhabit another person? How do you exist inside them and truly connect with what they are feeling and their life experiences? People are so adept at presenting themselves in the way they would like to be seen rather than as they truly are, making it nearly impossible to discern truth from representation. While psychology attempts to withdraw this information from individuals to relate their personal insight, it's film that actually seems to best give us an idea of what it is like to actually be someone else and exist in their perspective. This can sometimes be joyful and sometimes be dark and disturbing. It's true that film is one person's interpretation of an experience but it's the closest thing to virtual reality that society has when it comes to conveying that experience. This ideal encourages cinematographer Xing-Mai Deng to create production after production. Imparting empathy on to others is a compulsion for this skilled filmmaker; a view of any of his multiple projects easily reveals this. For Osahon Tongo's "Happy Bird" Deng uses his talent to be simultaneously deceptive and revealing, just as the main character Hope (played by Shayda Frost) does. A good DOP allows the audience to see things but a great one enables them to feel the story and characters. In "Happy Bird" this feeling is disturbing and frightening but important if we are to understand a situation that many people suffer from in today's society.
The title of "Happy Bird" is intentionally ironic. In fact, the title itself announces the premise that what we often see on the surface is a direct contradiction to what an individual is actually experiencing. In the story, two high school seniors, Shaun and Hope, reconnect through an afternoon of smoking weed. They talk about the good old days when they were in the same school. Unexpectedly, when the conversation goes deeper, Hope's cutting scars are revealed and so is her emotional strife. This scares Shaun who later wants to comfort her and the two become intimate. Hope is unable to connect with the moment and recalls her suicide attempt. They part abruptly afterwards. Ultimately "Happy Bird" is an exploration of Hope's story. Many people in today's society put on a face of normalcy while hiding the depression and hopelessness they feel inside. The script reminded Xing-Mai of those he has known who have dealt with the same issues and created a connection for him with the premise, convincing him that he wanted to be a part of making this film.
Deng wanted the dichotomy that exists in Hope's psyche to be visibly present in the environment of the film. Discussing these ideas with writer/director Osahon Tongo, he created a lighting scheme and camera movement that would convey the constant sense of danger and safety that would battle for Hope's attention. The warm and welcoming lighting during the early part of Shaun and Hope's reunion created a cozy environment. This lighting turns softer in the bedroom but as Hope flashes back to the suicide attempt, the cold and harshness of the lights gives a sense of the fear she had at the time. When the intensity of the emotional moment with Shaun takes over, the barriers (emotional and mental) are stripped away, taking the action to the swimming pool scene with Hope recalling her suicide attempt. The location itself creates an uncomfortable, cold, and lonely space for the character. Deng's design of blue and green lighting is the very inverse of the warmth seen in the bedroom, making it all that more jarring. The uncomfortable vibe and sense of danger is palpable, nightmarish in a surreal manner. Underwater photography allows the audience to be with the character the entire time, enabling a sense of feeling that they are experiencing Hope's journey with her. In the scene, Hope was screams under the water, as she is mentally drowning.
Explaining how he achieved this Deng states, "In the bedroom, I crafted a very smooth and warm feeling with the collaboration of the production designer, to show the coziness of environment and the happy persona of Hope. The characters are lit with soft and dreamy light and I used a MöVI to achieve the floating camera movement to show the Shaun's attempt to connect to Hope. When Hope reveals her true self with a life filled with depression and scars, Shaun gets scared as he realizes in such a cozy room, there is death within the girl in front of him. The director and I blocked the actors away from the light source to achieve the contrast in lighting scheme. And the camera was not moving at all during this segment. The scene then flashbacks to Hope's suicide attempt in the swimming pool. I lit the whole scene with blue-color lights and added more green tint to it in post-production. It showed the feeling of Hope's near-death struggle as she is drowning."
In addition to being an Official Selection at Indie Film Festival, Odyssey of the Mind Film Festival, and Zoetrope Spring Showcase, "Happy Bird" was an Official Selection of the Cannes Short Film Corner. While Xing-Mai has had a number of his works achieve this honor, he confirms that it is always a thrill to have his work recognized by such a prestigious event. One of the restrictions of being an in-demand professional is that you are unable to attend such events because you are working on yet another film. It's not his favorite part of being a successful filmmaker but Xing-Mai Deng will keep happily working and one day, when the opportunity presents, he'll go and received the praise that he so rightly deserves. Until then, he'll happily take the praise that he receives from his fellow artists like Osahon Tongo who proclaims, "Working with Xing-Mai elevated the art of this film to a gold standard and it also brought a lot of light to an important message. 'Happy Bird' is a film that uses poetic cinema and neo-realism to express internal conflict. When I brought the script to Xing-Mai he passionately described the way in which he would like to capture these emotions underwater with dramatic lighting and in the house naturalistic lighting and steady-cam equipment to give it a simple elegance but raw grit that the story danced with. It really opened my eyes to the visual storytelling medium in a different way and it elevated the film immensely. Working with other filmmakers should encourage and challenge you, this is exactly what Xing-Mai does."
Producer Yuxiao Wang Capitalizes on Digital Streaming Formats to Reach a Broader Audiences
Producer Yuxiao Wang
By Sia Lane
Though she is originally from Dalian, China, producer Yuxiao Wang has spent the last few years producing films in the U.S. where she's created a strong reputation for herself through the success of the productions she's produced for Sky Culture Entertainment, One All Entertainment and others. Some of the films Wang has produced include "Locked," which earned 14 awards at festivals around the world, as well as several nominations at the prestigious Madrid International Film Festival, and "Harmonica," which took home the Silver Lei Award from the Honolulu International Festival.
Wang was also the producer on Sky Culture Entertainment's fantasy film "Talentik," which was shot in the U.S. and released online in the Chinese market through major Chinese video platform Sohu Video. "Talentik," which starred Chinese star Lee Chen from the hit U.S. series "Veep," as well as American talent such as Jessica Treska from the series "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" and "Criminal Minds," quickly gained traction among Chinese viewers online earning upwards of nine million views upon its release, and was named one of the Top 10 Web-Based Features according to Guduo Media, one of China's leading analytics platforms.
"Digital streaming has become an essential part of people's entertainment life... the importance of digital media and streaming platforms has grown rapidly and added more voices to the traditional film market," says Wang. "Before, few people would have imagined a Netflix released film would be screening at Cannes, which I participated in, but South Korean director Bong Joon-ho 'Okja' did just that this year at the 70th Cannes Film Festival"
The power of digital streaming has not only made it convenient and accessible for audiences around the world to watch films and TV series, but it has also opened the lines of possibilities for filmmakers who previously would have struggled to get their projects made.
Wang explains, "Before digital streaming took off, not everyone had the opportunity to release a film in the theatre so it made it very hard for people who wanted to be filmmakers to actually choose it as their career. Nowadays, with the development of the internet, watching films has become much easier, and filmmakers have more options to get their films into production and they actually have more freedom to tell their stories."
As a producer Wang recognized the powerful growth of, and opportunities provided by, digital streaming platforms, and she's since capitalized on that trend, one such film being "Talentik."
"Talentik" executive producer Yunlong Jiang, who produced the web feature "Seven Days," which earned over 10 million views in three days, and the series "Chasing the dream," which accumulated over 75 million views, says, "Yuxiao Wang is the most critical producer I've ever worked with, her knowledge of producing shows in the U.S and her experience in various forms of media makes her a unique and rare trilingual producer needed for the film market."
Over the past two years Wang has produced several projects that have streamed on digital platforms, such as the high-paced Chinese web-based feature film "Los Angeles Kidnapping," OhMore TV's "Explicit! Hollywood Makeup Artist Reveals Special Effects Techniques," Sky Culture Entertainment's live streaming show "From the East to the the West," and others.
Last year Wang worked with China-based production company Beijing Zhuimeng Culture and Media Co., Ltd. as the producer of the film "Los Angeles Kidnapping," which was released on iQiyi Video in February where well over two million users logged on to watch the film. While the film was shot in the U.S., "Los Angeles Kidnapping" is a Chinese language film, but it includes English subtitles, which naturally gave the project the ability to reach a larger audience.
Wang's knowledge and experience using digital platforms to release films in the past, such as "Talentik," was hugely integral to the film's successful release online, but that is not the only area where her work as the film's producer were critical to the production.
She explains, "We flew the talent from China to the US, as well as the director and investors… There is a major barrier between the film production practices in the US and China. My skill in understanding co-productions in various languages, and in both countries, helped to break the barrier and achieve smooth communication and a smooth production."
Fluent in English, Mandarin and Japanese, Wang's multilingual skills and experience producing projects that include talent and crew members from different cultures was invaluable when it came to producing OhMore TV's "Explicit! Hollywood Makeup Artist Reveals Special Effects Techniques," which was released earlier this month and immediately racked up close to 10,000 views on YouTube.
"OhMore is a online content digital platform famous for short videos… Nowadays people are all too busy to finish watching something very long so we decided to keep this video short and easy to share. Even if people only watch for two minutes, they will get the highlights… After the video officially came out on the OhMore Platform, we saw audiences forward it to their friends, and their friend's friends," says Wang.
Wang was specifically requested to come in as the producer on the project after having worked with the show's director Ye Kuang on his award-winning films "Harmonica" and "Locked." The docu-video revolves around Hollywood VFX special effects makeup artist Kazuyuki Okada who, in a little over a decade, has worked on more than 85 film and television projects. As the producer of the project Wang went to great lengths to find the perfect subject for the video, as well as negotiated the shooting schedule and the productions day to day management.
"After hearing from the client about the theme of innovative personnel, I searched my network and finally decided to pick up Kazuyuki Okada as the hero of this documentary. At the beginning he is very shy to talk, so I improved the drafted script to make him feel more natural and comfortable," explains Wang. "Hollywood is a mix of all immigrants and dreamers from all over the world, and Kazuyuki is a great example of a person who is actively pursuing his dream."
As the producer on Sky Culture Entertainment's series "From the East to the the West" Wang was a key figure in developing the story that would unfold over each episode and the topics they focused on, as well as managing the production's schedule and locations, handling script revisions and coordinating with the Chinese and American clients, as well as overseeing the production while on location.
The series focuses on investing, tourism, education and American business in general, and is predominantly geared towards Chinese audiences. With some episodes focusing on the high market value place for overseas investors, "From the East to the the West" has provided valuable source of information and inspiration for Chinese business people considering business ventures in the states. The series was released initially through a live stream on NetEase Live this past summer, with each episode garnering millions of views, and episode 5 specifically, pulling in 2.66 million viewers simultaneously.
As a producer, being able to innovate and evolve with technology has been vital to producer Yuxiao Wang's success, and she has certainly found a niche market with her unique ability to manage Chinese productions in the U.S. and reach an ever-growing international audience by utilizing the power of digital streaming formats.
At the end of the day, Wang says, "The reason I want to distribute content online is because I am a story generator and I'm able to work very fast using digital content. It allows me to produce several projects at the same time and digital streaming allows me more freedom to be creative and to reach a larger audience. Also, the cost of marketing and distribution is significantly less than for a theatrical release, so we can spend more money on production and make our production value higher."


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Garmin Instinct Crossover review: a handy GPS sports watch with great battery life
The Garmin Instinct Crossover has an innovative design that works well for everything except maps
Advnture Verdict
If you're looking for a GPS watch that's a bit fun and different, the Garmin Instinct Crossover is well worth a look. It's as accurate and tough as any Instinct watch, and the analog hands are a practical, useful addition. The only real downside is that, although you can transfer maps to the Crossover, the hole in the center of its face means you don't get the full picture.
Fun and different design
Well executed hybrid display
Excellent battery life
Accurate location tracking
Display isn't great for maps
Lacks multi-band GPS
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Garmin Instinct Crossover: first impressions
The Garmin Instinct Crossover shares a lot of DNA with other watches in the Instinct series, featuring a chunky resin case, monochrome memory-in-pixel display, and fantastic battery life. The big difference is the addition of analog hands, which sit on top of the digital display and move smoothly out to the three and six positions when you want to view your daily health stats or start tracking an activity.
• List price: $499.99 / £479.99 (standard), $549.99 / £529.99 (solar), $599.99 / $569.99 (tactical)
• Case size: 54mm
• Weight: 65g (with silicone band)
• Display type: Memory-in-pixel
• Water rating: 100m
• Best use: Road running, gym work, cycling, swimming
The case is the same diameter as that of the Garmin Instinct 2 (45mm), but thicker due to the need to accommodate the hands (16.2mm compared to 14.5mm).
It's available in both standard and solar models (as tested here). The addition of Garmin's photovoltaic power glass increases the price a little, but extends the watch's battery life considerably. That's a real boon if you're planning a long trip off-grid, or like me, you're just disorganized.
There's also a Tactical Edition, with additional features like a kill-switch that instantly turns off all wireless communications, plus Power Glass.
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The regular edition comes in black and blue granite colorways, while the solar model is available in black and tidal blue (shown here). The Tactical Edition comes only in black.
It's undeniably chunky, but that's part of the appeal, and has drawn favorable comparisons with Casio G-Shock watches. It's only a shame that it doesn't come in the same array of bright and interesting colors as the Instinct 2.
The Crossover has exactly the same five-button layout as the Instinct 2 and most other Garmin watches, and as you'd expect from a hybrid watch, there are no touch controls. Tapping at the hands wouldn't be very useful.
The top left button operates a blue LED backlight, but the hands and hour markets are also coated with lume that glows pretty brightly in a darkened room, reducing the need to use the light and allowing you to eke out a little extra battery life.
Flip the watch over and you'll find the optical heart rate monitor (plus SpO2 sensor) and Garmin's usual charging port. The Instinct Crossover uses the same proprietary USB charging cable as all the company's recent watches, and it attaches as easily and firmly as ever,
The Instinct Crossover supports three satellite navigation systems (GPS, Galileo, and GLONASS), helping it pinpoint your location more accurately anywhere in the world. However, unlike some of the company's other watches, it doesn't have multi-band GPS (opens in new tab), so it's likely not going to deliver the pinpoint accuracy of the Forerunner 255, Forerunner 955, or Fenix Sapphire Solar to name a few examples.
When it comes to workout tracking, there's the usual wide array of supported activities, and the Instinct Crossover will capture relevant data for each one. For example, if you go kayaking, the watch won't just track distance and time, but also paddle strokes, and strokes per minute.
Runners are particularly well catered to, and the Instinct Crossover can track many metrics that would once have required a separate Running Dynamics Pod. Running power, stride length, ground contact time, and vertical oscillation are all calculated from the wrist, giving you a rounded picture of your running gait that you can use yourself, or share with a coach.
There's a multisport option for events like triathlons and duathlons, and interestingly, a pretty comprehensive set of golfing features that rivals many dedicated golf watches. It's even tournament legal.
Garmin Instinct 2: on the road
First off, the Instinct Crossover is fun, and it's attracted a lot of attention from other runners while I've been testing it. In a raft of similarly styled GPS watches, it's a breath of fresh air. It's also surprisingly usable, and a lot of thought has been put into how it'll work in regular use.
This isn't Garmin's first analog/digital hybrid watch; after all, the Vivomove series has been around since 2019. However, Vivomove watches are designed for everyday fitness and general wear, not serious sports tracking and rough treatment. The Instinct Crossover has a new feature called Revodrive, which automatically recalibrates the hands if you give the watch a good whack. I'm not sure how hard you'd have to hit it, but after about a month of testing and some clumsiness, my review sample is still telling perfect time. The hands haven't shifted off-course at all.
Cramming heaps of health data onto a relatively low resolution display that's bisected by a large pair of hands must have been a tricky challenge for Garmin's software engineers, but they have found a neat solution. The currently selected menu item is placed above the hands in a slightly larger font, with subsequent options shown below.
Unfortunately the nature of the display means the Instinct Crossover isn't well suited to maps and navigation. You can transfer maps to the watch, but there's no getting around the fact that there's a sizeable hole right in the middle. Navigating with an Instinct 2 isn't a fantastic experience (the monochrome screen just can't show enough detail) but with the Crossover it's even more awkward.
If you want a Garmin watch for exploring new routes, I highly recommend opting for one with the largest color display possible. The Enduro, Enduro 2, Epix (Gen 2), or Fenix 7X are all great options.
GPS accuracy isn't a worry, though. Despite the lack of multi-frequency GPS, during my tests the Instinct Crossover's location tracking proved excellent. It always established a lock quickly, and tracked my distance to within 30m in a measured and chip-timed 10km road race,
Battery life is outstanding. Garmin's own specs claim that the regular Instinct Crossover will last for up to 28 days between charges in smartwatch mode, and 25 hours with GPS tracking enabled. Adding solar charging boosts that to 70 days in smartwatch mode, or 31 hours in GPS mode.
I've been testing the solar edition for around a month, and have charged it twice during that time, with only weak winter sun and a GPS tracked activity every other day. According to the face, I still have another 10 days of battery life left. It's extremely impressive.
Like all Garmin watches, workout and general health data captured by the Instinct Crossover syncs with the Garmin Connect mobile app, and is transferred immediately provided your phone is within Bluetooth range (unlike some other sports watches, which have to be synced manually).
The Instinct Crossover's monochrome digital display, with its relatively small size and central cutout, isn't able to show as much detail as new Fenix and Forerunner watches, so you'll need to dip into the app more frequently to check your stats. Thankfully, everything is clearly laid out, and you can skim through a quick overview of your daily or weekly wellbeing, or drill down for detailed insights.
The Connect app is also the place to plan routes, set up training plans, connect with friends, and join challenges to earn virtual badges. Best of all, everything is free to use, with no subscription fees to unlock advanced features. The Instinct Crossover is a mid-priced GPS watch, but towards the more expensive end, so it's reassuring to know you won't be faced with additional fees on top.
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Cat is the editor of Advnture, She's been a journalist for 13 years, and was fitness and wellbeing editor on TechRadar before joining the Advnture team in 2022. She's a UK Athletics qualified run leader, and in her spare time enjoys nothing more than lacing up her shoes and hitting the roads and trails (the muddier, the better).

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To the East, in the Gulf of Thailand, you can find Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park. A marine national park consisting of 42 islands. Closer to Pattaya you can find islands like the stunning Koh Chang and Koh Larn, more convenient for short holidays and cruises.
Thailand's expansive bays, archipelagos and gulfs make for strong protected waters which at the right time of year is like a glassy mirror for the sun. Perfect for kayaking, snorkeling and even jet skiing.
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And for very little money you can feast on the famously fine food of Thailand. Thai chefs focus on balancing sour, sweet, salty, bitter, and spicy to create incredible flavours renowned the world over.
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Echinoderms ("spiny skin") are one of the few animal phyla that are totally marine. They typically have a unique five-fold symmetry and a unique locomotory system consisting of hundreds of tube feet. Most groups are quite common in shallow waters, but for unknown reasons, they are extremely successful in the deep. Sea cucumbers (and seapigs --pictures below, and diagrammed above) (Holothuroidea) are often the most common macroscopic animal in deep dredges.The seapig Scotoplanes galatheae has been caught at 10,000m in the Kermadec Trench! Most plow along like worms and engulf the deepsea mud, digesting organics and bacteria. However, there are some species which can swim above the bottom.
Scotoplanes; Diagram Courtesy of Peter Batson, author of Deep New Zealand - Blue Water, Black Abyss.
Seastars or Starfish (Asteroidea) creep along with their tube feet and eat live prey and dead remains. Brittle and basket stars (Ophiuroidea) use their flexible arms rather than tube feet. Brittles move through the mud, scooping up organic remains; some brittles and the basket stars catch floating organic particles. Sea urchins (Echinoidea) are ovoid and covered with spines; they probably eat organic remains. They are usually rigid, but some of the abyssal ones are curiously soft and flexible. Sea lilies (Crinoidea) are like inverted starfish, with their arms up in the current to catch organic particles.
From Eel River seeps off Eureka at 510-525m (er); and Hydrate Ridge off Newport (OR) at 600m (hr). Photos of specimens by me, or taken from ROV monitor and Alvin cameras.


Injury caused by someone else's carelessness happens far more often than we like to think. While thankfully many such injuries quickly heal, in some instances long-term and sometimes permanent injury occurs, affecting forever the quality of life and earning potential of the innocent victim.
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The blockchain hype has now been going on for several months, and numerous advancements have been noticed. According to recent reports, Goldman Sachs has just submitted a patent application that focuses on the idea that blockchain technology can be used to cut out the middle man, and change the current financial processes.
The patent, known by the name of "Systems and Methods for Updating a Distributed Ledger-Based on Partial Validations of Transactions" was initially published on the 8th of September, and filed back in March 2015. This means that it is the financial giant's first blockchain-based patent so far.


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Pats and Tigers Complete Blockbuster
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Regina, Saskatchewan – Regina Pats Head Coach and Senior VP of Hockey Operations John Paddock announced today the team has acquired defenceman Connor Hobbs ('97), a 2nd Round pick in 2016 and a 3rd Round pick in 2015 in exchange for defenceman Kyle Burroughs and forward Dryden Hunt.
Hobbs (6'1", 187 lbs) was the Prince Albert Raiders' 4th Round selection (67th Overall) in the 2012 WHL Bantam Draft before being acquired by Medicine Hat. Last season with the Saskatoon Blazers, Hobbs registered 23 points (11G, 12A) in 33 games. The Saskatoon, SK native made his WHL debut with the Tigers last season, playing ten games while tallying a goal and two assists. Hobbs caught the eye of Hockey Canada and earned an invite to play for Team Canada at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament this summer. Hobbs posted two assists in five games as Canada went on to win Gold. In 2014-15 the 17 year old has a goal and an assist in 12 games for the Tigers. NHL Central Scouting has Hobbs listed as a 'C' skater (4th-6th Round) for the 2015 NHL Entry Draft.
"Connor is an outstanding 17 year old as one of the seven defenceman to play for Canada at the Ivan Hlinka tournament this summer," commented John Paddock. "His future is very bright in the WHL and he should be playing in this league. He was the best defenceman at the World Junior-A Challenge in Kindersley and we're excited to acquire a player of his caliber to join our core of young talent."
Kyle Burroughs was the Pats' 3rd Round WHL Bantam Draft pick in 2010 and has been the captain of the Pats since the 2013-14 season. The Langley, B.C. native played 220 games in the Blue and White (T-36th all-time) while recording 103 points (20G, 83A) and 264 penalty minutes over that span. Since being selected in the 7th Round of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft by the New York Islanders, Burroughs has evolved into one of the top defencemen in the WHL. This season, Burroughs has been a fixture among the league leaders in plus/minus, and currently leads the league at +31. Internationally, Burroughs was a member of Team Pacific at the 2012 World U17 Hockey Challenge. Burroughs made his professional debut last season, playing nine games for the Bridgeport Sound Tigers following the Pats' campaign.
"It's obviously a very difficult day when you have to trade your captain," said Paddock. "This is a trade we've completed for similar reasons as the Klimchuk-Gabrielle deal. Kyle is as good a captain as there is in junior hockey, an outstanding player and leader. We will miss him, but this is a step we had to take as an organization in order to build for the future and make up for deficiencies in future drafts."
Dryden Hunt was a list player of the Pats in 2011 and went on to make the team following training camp, playing for the Blue and White as a 16 year old. The Nelson, B.C. product overcame no small amount of adversity in his time with the Pats, missing all but two games of the 2012-13 season due to injuries. Hunt cleared that obstacle and has played 163 games for the Pats while posting 97 points (40G, 57A) in that span. After a breakout year in 2013-14 (40PTS, 62GP), Hunt took his game to an even higher level in 2014-15. The winger sits 12th in the WHL scoring with 47 points (14G, 33A) in 37 games played. Hunt's play with the Pats last season caught the eye of NHL scouts and he was invited to the Carolina Hurricanes' summer development and fall rookie camps this off-season.
"Dryden is a tremendous player, hard worker and a great leader in his own way," Paddock continued. "We're giving up an outstanding player, but once again, it's a step we have to take. We wish both Dryden and Kyle well as they move on from our organization."
The Regina Pats thank Kyle and Dryden for their incredible contributions to both the organization and community of Regina and wish them luck as they move on. Both have been fantastic representatives of the Pats in their time with the team.
Connor Hobbs makes his Pats debut Wednesday night when the Queen City Kids faceoff with the Everett Silvertips at the Brandt Centre in a 7:00 p.m. puck drop. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.ca, the Brandt Centre Box Office and Safeway locations throughout Regina.
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"It doesn't feel like a pair of turbos, it feels like a pair of testes — big meaty ones." Clarkson on the 2009 BMW Z4 in last night's Top Gear comparison between it and the Nissan 370Z. Video below.
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/**
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 *
 * @property integer $id ID
 * @property string $created_at Время создания записи
 * @property string $server Имя сервера, отправившего данные
 * @property integer $userid OID пользователя, выполнявшего оператор
 * @property integer $dbid OID базы данных, в которой выполнялся оператор
 * @property integer $queryid Внутренний хеш-код, вычисленный по дереву разбора оператора
 * @property string $query Текст, представляющий оператор
 * @property integer $calls Число выполнений
 * @property double $total_time Общее время, потраченное на оператор, в миллисекундах
 * @property double $min_time Минимальное время, потраченное на оператор, в миллисекундах
 * @property double $max_time Максимальное время, потраченное на оператор, в миллисекундах
 * @property double $mean_time Среднее время, потраченное на оператор, в миллисекундах
 * @property double $stddev_time Стандартное отклонение во времени, потраченном на оператор, в миллисекундах
 * @property integer $rows Общее число строк, полученных или затронутых оператором
 * @property integer $shared_blks_hit Общее число попаданий в разделяемый кеш блоков для данного оператора
 * @property integer $shared_blks_read Общее число чтений разделяемых блоков для данного оператора
 * @property integer $shared_blks_dirtied Общее число разделяемых блоков, «загрязнённых» данным оператором
 * @property integer $shared_blks_written Общее число разделяемых блоков, записанных данным оператором
 * @property integer $local_blks_hit Общее число попаданий в локальный кеш блоков для данного оператора
 * @property integer $local_blks_read Общее число чтений локальных блоков для данного оператора
 * @property integer $local_blks_dirtied Общее число локальных блоков, «загрязнённых» данным оператором
 * @property integer $local_blks_written Общее число локальных блоков, записанных данным оператором
 * @property integer $temp_blks_read Общее число чтений временных блоков для данного оператора
 * @property integer $temp_blks_written Общее число записей временных блоков для данного оператора
 * @property double $blk_read_time Общее время, потраченное оператором на чтение блоков, в миллисекундах (если включён
 * track_io_timing, или ноль в противном случае)
 * @property double $blk_write_time Общее время, потраченное оператором на запись блоков, в миллисекундах (если включён
 * track_io_timing, или ноль в противном случае)
 */
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Farrah Moan headlines Swansea Pride 2019!
Fiction Swansea,
Swansea celebrated the launch of Swansea Pride in May 2019 with an evening of DRAG headlined by Farrah Moan from Season 9 of Logo TV's RuPaul's Drag Race! This ALL STAR was joined by guest Queens for a sensational start to Swansea Pride!
Swansea welcomed drag royalty Farrah Moan on Friday 3rd May 2019 as part of a Pre Swansea Pride celebration.
Jumping on the dragwagon, the Swansea venue Fiction opened its doors for the RuPaul's Drag Race Season star Farrah Moan and other Drag guests in a one night only pre Pride launch!
The evening promised to be a brilliant night out to launch the Pride Celebrations ahead of the main Swansea Pride Event on Saturday 4th May.
The audience continues to grow, the sequins have continued to be added and season upon season RuPaul's Drag Race has grown into an international phenomenon and in 2018 was named as the most-discussed show on social media surpassing Game of Thrones and Stranger Things. With millions of viewers watching the show from all around the world, in 2019, it was also announced that Drag Race will be heading to the UK to search for the next British drag superstar.
Miss Farrah Moan who is most famous for her impersonation as singing diva Christina Aguilera and has a huge online following, became the first RuPaul queen to visit the cobbles of Wind St.
The event was exclusively available to ticket holders over the age of 18 years old and was the final pop-up pride event to take place in Swansea City ahead of the main event day!
View the event Photo Gallery HERE:
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Hello and Happy New Year to You! Hope you had a great Christmas and have had a wonderful start to this brand new decade!! 2020 will see big things for Jermin Pr...
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Jermin Productions: A company set up to deliver the best Media Production, Concerts, Cabarets and Events and Live theatre experiences to its audiences of all ages, in the form of Musicals, Plays and Pantomime. Set up by dynamic duo Mark and Nia Jermin, Jermin Productions aims to deliver creative innovative and exciting performances to a stage or screen near you. "The best affordable family Pantomime in South Wales" In December 2013, Jermin Productions debuted with their first full scale Pantomime Production bringing the fantastic story of Cinderella, audiences joined the beautiful Cinderella and Buttons as they embarked on their magical journey to the Royal Ball." A witty and brilliantly magical show for the whole family with spectacular musical numbers and a splendid cast! It was branded "The most ultra local Panto is Swansea's history!" Next sees the company produce a Live and frightfully fun Halloween Event for all Ghostbusters fans for 31st October. 2014 also sees the production of not one but two Pantomimes! Aladdin at Penyrheol Theatre Swansea and Cinderella at The Lyric Theatre Carmarthen, both with star studded casts! For more information on our Company and our 2014 productions, please visit our website: www.jerminproductions.co.uk
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Swansea Pride is returning to Swansea on 2nd May and Jermin Productions are proud to be supporting this fantastic celebration.... If you are keen to support, attend or get involved with any of the LGBT+ Events in the lead up to #SwanseaPride then don't hesitate to speak to our team today!!
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Tuesday, December 24th, 2019 at 4:19am
✨⭐🎼 it, it's the end of the show and Thank you for coming to our Panto! We've had so much fun, You've clapped and cheered, We to see you at Beauty and the Beast, the Panto here next year!"✨⭐🎼 It's Curtain down on #cinderellasouthwales https://t.co/GYaMC2IIfe
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