Check out this photography set titled The Apartment Project by the anonymous M. Styles. I’ve been following him on the internet for sometime however I just love this set. it’s my favorite of his thus far. The model’s name is Zach and Mr. Styles gives him a glowing introduction…
Zach is an awesome model to work with, because he’s always very trusting, natural and relaxed. He never hits a false or affected pose. Each shot is him as him - shy, yet forthcoming, vulnerable, but confident - often in the same image.
Apparently this is part 1 in a series… so I’m on the edge of my seat waiting for the sequel. Be sure to check out more images from this photographer at his blog An Assumed Alias
I saw this film from Uruguay last night at Philadelphia’s Q-Fest… It started out strong but then fizzled. At nearly the halfway point my friend Josh whispered “can someone hit fast forward please?” I would have if I would have had a remote control.
From IMDB:
Leo, a young man coming to terms with his own sexuality, runs into Caro, a primary school friend he fancied when they were kids, who’s now trying to ward off her own personal demons. This casual re-encounter will affect their personal conflicts without either truly grasping the other’s problem.
I haven’t posted any of the I’m From Driftwood video’s that i do in a long while, so today is as good as any. Tom Jackson is a pretty funny guy and his story had me laughing out loud. I suppose it’s the accent, but he seems quite charmer. Anyway, Tom puts out a weekly Gayletter highlighting gay things to do in New York. Hmmm… I’m thinking Philly needs its own version of this as Philly Gay Calendar is not effective in that regard.
If you weren’t aware, I do the video stories for the I’m From Driftwood website. The latest video story, shown above, is Ronnie Kroell of Bravo’s ‘Make Me a Supermodel’ fame. Not only is Ronnie a hottie with an awesome grandma, he’s super nice and knows the best brunch spots in the city too! I do enjoy bottomless mimosas…
Be sure to check out the rest of the I’m From Driftwood video stories and while you’re there, why don’t you submit a story?
This past weekend I took the opportunity to attend the National Equality March In DC. It was a personally moving and inspiring experience that I will always hold with me. It was a sight to see! So many young people, all confident, all resolute in their cause, and all certain of their impact. For those that questioned if it would be worth it, question no more… It was! Most of those whom attended will attest to this as they witnessed a whole generation rising to the occasion; ready and willing to fight for what is right!
In the past I’ve felt that too many individuals within the LGBT community have treated Rights as privileges. They are not! Rights are NEVER to be asked for and NEVER to be negotiated! The act of asking only certifies authority to those who seek to be ‘granters’ or ‘deniers’. Rights are NOT privileges and they must ALWAYS be unapologetically DEMANDED! Not next year, Not next month, Not tomorrow, But NOW!
It’s for this reason why many, including myself, will not support the idea of seeking rights through popular vote ballot initiatives. Rights are meant to protect the minority against oppression from the majority, thus it’s a ridiculous notion to allow the majority to deem when oppression should begin and end. I hope that you’ll reject such notions too. The issue of rights and equality for the LGBT community is of importance to all Americans, of all genders, of all races, and of all religions; because the disenfranchisement of one group’s rights today signals the disenfranchisement of another’s tomorrow!
We’re almost there!?!? I’m hoping that Prop 8 was the necessary catalyst to anger, energize, compel, and inspire the gay community and it’s supporters to demand equality.
When it comes to rights, I don’t understand how people can expect one to settle for anything less than equal. Opponents of gay marriage love to spout the “you have civil unions” line as if they’re the ones whom have compromised. Quite frankly it reminds me of the “separate but equal” premise. The day that civil unions become a viable argument is the day that ALL couples have to accept civil unions! (A notion that I’m fine with as it better defines the line between Church and State.)
Some argue that we’re whiners and sore losers as if rights we equivalent to a sporting event; “the majority has spoke, now sit quietly and accept it!” (in my best Bill O’Reilly voice). Well… sorry Bill, not this time, not when we’re talking about civil rights. As I see it, now is the precise time to stand-up and start yelling! Throughout our history minorities have and are still proudly fighting for equality, this is just a progression of that effort!
That said, I’ll end my rant and leave you with a few quotes from others and photos from myself.
but I do like this video. And yes, You ARE gay for watching it!
