Visual Ramblings: the chronicles of tomas flint - visual explorer.

Enthusiastic observer of light, love & all things living.

Greetings beautiful blog people. Welcome to the newly renovated visual:ramblings. Here you'll find stories of love, tid-bits of wisdom and visual ramblings detailing the life and times of yours truly. The idea here is not to simply showcase my work, but to establish and maintain an interactive environment where readers and contributors become one in the same - as this space does not belong to me, but to all who breathe life into it through reading, embracing and reacting to its visual randomness. I sincerely hope that you enjoy your visit and look forward to a wonderful journey together.

Monday, February 18, 2008

The Decemberists Live!!!

Hello Wonderful People,

Today started off on the dull side. Overcast, cold...kinda blah. I had gotten some cleaning done yesterday (thanx for your help, kel ;)) and dug up a few old issues of Mojo Magazine which I thumbed through over late morning tea and oatmeal. I came across a writeup on The Decemberists which got me thinking about a show of theirs at The University of Buffalo last year. Long story short, here are some images that I grabbed from that unforgettable night. I had a front row ticket and unlimited time...just wish I had some of the fancy new equipment that I use nowadays ;)

If you're not familiar with The Decemberists, I highly recommend a listen. ...and if they ever come to a city near you...GO...you won't regret it. In fact, Colin Meloy (lead singer/songwriter) has announced a Solo Acoustic Spring Tour. Click here for dates and locations!!! Anyone wanna invite me along...go ahead, try me!

on with the show...
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Rock and Roll

Thanks for stopping by. I hope that you enjoyed your visit :)

Be well my friends,
t

Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Awakenings

Hello Dear Friends :-)

"With a handful of seeds, I dream of forests." - jesh de rox

This line has been dancing through my head for days now. For with each consideration, I feel a sense of peace. I am smitten by the possibility of what's to come, yet perfectly satisfied with the seeds that lie in my hand. And it is in the planting of these seeds that I have succeeded...not in the direction in which they grow. I have embraced the simple reality that everything that I have ever experienced has taken me to this very moment...and that this moment is absolutely beautiful because of that. I am so grateful for all of you - the wonderful people who have enriched my life through the connection that we share. I am strong because of you, full because of you...complete and completely content. So on this Hallmark Love Day, I am going to break from tradition and ask that you all be my valentine. All of you beautiful people who mean so very much to me. Be mine. And to my special sweetheart Kelli, the connection we share makes every day Valentine's Day...today and always. Heart u mamma!!!

Here are some images from last week's journey in Philadelphia. A special thanks to Jesh de Rox and Anna Kuperburg for being our guides and to the brave souls who accompanied me on the greatest journey of all...the journey of self. As a side note, be sure to check out Jesh's cover photo and feature in the latest Rangefinder Magazine. Stunning imagery, stunning write-up...you are a great inspiration my brother and I could not be happier for you!!!

By striping us of the luxury of pre-conceiving our situation, we were forced to react to the cues that were presented. Here's what came of it...

The Self Portrait:
At the moment, I feel as if I've been waiting for myself for some time now...
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This is the Artist Joseph Blake. I learned from Joseph in a way that I never had from any other. Thank you Joseph.
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Here are some new friends from Philadelphia.
Sam, waiting for a cab...
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Sonny, waiting for another day in the sun.
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Danny, waiting for a friendly smile and a warm bed.
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Staff Sergent James Hamilton...waiting to return to Iraq to continue training domestic police.
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"I have to admit it's getting better, getting better all the time." - Sir Paul McCartney

Soooo....

How cool is this new blog layout?? Although I'd like to, I cannot take full responsibility for it's transformation. A super-huge 'shout it from the hilltops' thank you to my man :e: - Eric Laurits & my main squeeze (and html guru) Kelli Marsh for your contributions. Your generosity and stick-to-it-tiveness made the vision a reality. I am blessed to be surrounded by such enormous talent and love.

That just about wraps up this installment of visual:ramblings.

Smiles, sunshine and big candy hearts to you all,
t