Hilla Becher

Photography Appreciation

Hilla Wobeser was born on September 2, 1934, in Potsdam, Germany, into a family of photographers; her mother and uncle introduced her to the darkroom early on. She began photography at thirteen using a plate camera and even sold small portrait prints of her high-school teachers. 

After being expelled from school, she apprenticed under Walter Eichgrün in Potsdam starting in 1951, studying at a vocational photography school while completing her high-school degree. In 1954, she relocated to West Germany and worked freelance in Hamburg before moving to Düsseldorf in 1958, enrolling in the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf to study graphic design and printing, she later led darkroom instruction there.

At Düsseldorf, Hilla met Bernd Becher in 1957. They began collaborating by 1959, photographing industrial sites across Europe and later North America. The couple married in 1961 and worked as a team for nearly 15 years, documenting industrial structures -- water towers, blast furnaces, coal tipples, framework houses -- referencing them as "anonymous sculptures." They established the Düsseldorf School of Photography and influenced many students, like Andreas Gursky, Candida Höfer, Thomas Ruff.

Hilla and Bernd Becher's hallmark method was serial typologies -- grids or series of black and white images shot in neutral light, with precise framing and large-format cameras. Key works include Framework Houses (1959-1973), featuring timber-framed miner dwellings, and Water Towers (1968-1980), a series of nine-image grids. 

Framework Houses, 1959-1973

Water Towers, 1968-1980

Blast Furnaces, Völklingen, Saar District, 1986

Sources:

Wikipedia

https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/849258

https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/500

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https://metropolismag.com/viewpoints/bernd-and-hilla-becher-architectural-photographs/

The White Stripes - I Just Don't Know What to Do With Myself

Music Appreciation

On September 1, 2003, American alternative rock band The White Stripes released "I Just Don't Know What to Do with Myself," originally written by songwriters Burt Bacharach and Hal David. It was the second single released from The White Stripes' album, Elephant.

The White Stripes’ rendition of "I Just Don't Know What to Do With Myself" takes the classic composition and injects it with raw, garage-rock intensity. Jack White strips away the smooth orchestration of earlier versions, replacing it with his signature distorted guitar work and a dynamic, unhinged vocal performance that teeters between desperation and explosive frustration. This version reinterprets the heartbreak of the lyrics through the lens of raw blues-rock, making it one of the most striking covers in The White Stripes' catalog.

The music video, which was directed by Sofia Coppola, features supermodel Kate Moss pole dancing in black underwear. The black and white cinematography transforms the song's restless melancholy into a hypnotic, intimate visual experience. The music video strips away narrative in favor of pure physical expression.  

Source: 

Wikipedia

Spinners: Greta Margo - Cozy Slow Morning Deep House Music

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Dance: KATSEYE - Gabriela

Choreography: Matt Steffanina and Nicole Laeno

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Spinners: Karla Tortilla - Indie Dance and Nu-disco

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Kinsey Wolanski

Modeling Appreciation

Kinsey Wolanski, born on August 29, 1996, in Sacramento, California, is a model and actress known for her captivating presence. Standing at 5'5" with a curvaceous figure measuring 34E-26-36, her blonde hair and brown eyes contribute to her striking appearance. 

Kinsey began her modeling career after being approached during a visit to Los Angeles. Initially hesitant, she soon embraced the profession and relocated to pursue it full-time. Her work has been featured in renowned publications such as Maxim, Sports Illustrated, and FHM. Additionally, she has appeared on the cover of The BLVD Magazine and starred in two nationwide commercials. 

In 2019, Kinsey made her acting debut as Brittany in the film "Slasher Party." She has also been cast as Annie in the upcoming movie "Ass Clowns: Constipated." Beyond acting, she gained international recognition for a publicity stunt during the 2019 UEFA Champions League final between Liverpool and Tottenham, where she ran onto the field in a swimsuit promoting an adult website.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Kinsey, a fitness enthusiast, enjoys working out to maintain her physique. She also has a passion for adventure and has expressed interest in activities that push her out of her comfort zone, reflecting her love for adrenaline-inducing experiences.

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https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/kinsey-wolanski.html

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9749562/

Gorillaz - DARE

Music Appreciation

Gorillaz's “DARE,” released on August 29, 2005, was an instant success, marking a high point for the band by reaching the number one spot on the UK Singles Chart. The song, a standout from their Demon Days album, features Shaun Ryder of Happy Mondays fame and the voice of Rosie Wilson, who takes on the character Noodle. Known for its infectious beat and Ryder’s Mancunian accent that inspired the song’s title, “DARE” became a defining track for Gorillaz, gaining popularity worldwide.

The song's quirky video, directed by Jamie Hewlett and Pete Candeland, takes viewers into Noodle’s imaginative world, where Ryder appears as a giant, disembodied head kept alive by a network of machinery in her closet. Throughout, Ryder’s animated head delivers his lines, while the other band members add character in amusing ways—Russel reads a newspaper on the toilet below, and 2-D listens in with an ear pressed to the floor. The video ends in a twist with Ryder waking from what seems to be a dream, only for Murdoc to send him back to sleep, reinforcing the eerie yet playful mood that defines the band’s style.

With references to horror classics like The Exorcist, The Brain That Wouldn’t Die, and The Ring, the video builds a retro-horror atmosphere that perfectly matches Gorillaz’s unconventional image. Ryder’s head, supported by vintage props like Atari joysticks and a Speak & Spell, gives the video a surreal, humorous edge. Noodle, in control of the Frankenstein-like scene, adds a sense of empowerment as she rocks out, making “DARE” not only visually unforgettable but a memorable nod to horror and pop culture alike.

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