ubkev Posted August 6, 2017 Report Share Posted August 6, 2017 The evolution of tailored suits. Oh and the death of the 3 button suit. Thank God for that. Short and wide lapels are no good if you are under 6'2" Someone tell dude in the gray to the left of the basketball that when your pants are that tight, your lines will be ruined by keeping sh!t in your pockets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neo Posted August 6, 2017 Report Share Posted August 6, 2017 Sorry- just saw this- not really sure this thread is the place for this, but oh well I guess, sorry to bother you internet strangers. Scroll onward. * SNIP * Tailoring ftw. Thank you. So heartfelt! I'll ask more over beers. Speaking for me, and certainly many more, I'm glad creative people share. I'm aware of the sacrifices they make. Thank you ... Oh, and I had the exact same David Byrne costume choice in mind when I wrote "lost in cloth." I started to reference it, but thought "nah, it's too 80s for the group to get." The Talking Heads --- oh, man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted August 6, 2017 Report Share Posted August 6, 2017 Sorry- just saw this- not really sure this thread is the place for this, but oh well I guess, sorry to bother you internet strangers. Scroll onward. I dunno. You might've asked a question that might be at the crux of a lot of my issues. You're good at that, Neo. Around non creatives, I sometimes feel that they're looking down on me for being an artist, delusional with my hobby, goofing around until I get a real job. And yet I prefer being around non-creatives because there's less pressure. Joy/awe. Sometimes it warms me, a lot of times it makes me feel sort of embarrassed... I'm trying to get better at just saying "thank you!" & not telling them how whatever they're saying they like is flawed/wrong/not what I intended. I enjoy support, I'm excited about what I do, I want to share it, but then I feel like a bit of a jerk "oh look at me I painted a pretty picture". It's my personal nature. I could've been the epidemiologist or cardiologist or other -ologist/STEM professional valued by society everyone expected me to be & I'd say/feel the exact same way about every report or diagnosis I made. But I can also tell you that the majority of the creatives I know also feel this way. I've seen so many quit what they love/are amazing at to make ends meet/have health insurance/be respected, & it hurts my soul every time. That would be the ultimate failure for me... & I guess I feel like it's Damocles' sword over my head, a matter of time before I have to hang up the paintbrushes & go be an accountant or something I hate so I can make ends meet. And I feel most people would roll their eyes & go "well, what did you expect? You gave it a good run." I guess I could pull off an Annie Hall look if I tried... One of my good friends got a suit tailored and she looks adorable in it. Or just go Talking Heads style... haha on a sweet suit note- check out the difference in suit style between 2007 and 2017 on the NBA draft Tailoring ftw. I'm the guy in the top pic, far right, white suit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubkev Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 I'm the guy in the top pic, far right, white suit. That's just how I remember you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doohickie Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 Around non creatives, I sometimes feel that they're looking down on me for being an artist, delusional with my hobby, goofing around until I get a real job. And yet I prefer being around non-creatives because there's less pressure. I'm a non-creative, and I for one have nothing but admiration for someone like you, who truly creates. I'm just a cog in a machine at a very large corporation. Although I know my work brings value to the company, and I occasionally get a thank-your from someone for it, my work is not personally rewarding in any way. At the end of my career I think there will be very little I will look back at with a special pride or a feeling that my contribution was unique. I harbor no illusions; if I wasn't doing what I do, someone else would. So when I look at someone who steps out to start a company, or chase their dream, or create, I have nothing but admiration for them. To me, the tragedy would be if you got a "real job." In the end, it's the innovators and creators that shape an mold our world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josie Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 I'm a non-creative, and I for one have nothing but admiration for someone like you, who truly creates. I'm just a cog in a machine at a very large corporation. Although I know my work brings value to the company, and I occasionally get a thank-your from someone for it, my work is not personally rewarding in any way. At the end of my career I think there will be very little I will look back at with a special pride or a feeling that my contribution was unique. I harbor no illusions; if I wasn't doing what I do, someone else would. So when I look at someone who steps out to start a company, or chase their dream, or create, I have nothing but admiration for them. To me, the tragedy would be if you got a "real job." In the end, it's the innovators and creators that shape an mold our world. I'm very glad people have this opinion. I just wish society supported the innovators and freelancers more. They're a constant subject in "inspirational" commercials... and yet we expect them to prosper via gig economy (the fiverrs and ubers of the world) and side hustles of side hustles of side hustles since no one wants to pay for work. What you described is exactly how I felt at my last job, and they never once let me forget that I was easily replaced. Never got a thank you, a good job... And no matter what your work is- it's so important to acknowledge jobs well done. Side note- one of my good friends from that company contacted me last week- he's leaving. They're down to 2 women now. There were 7 left when I quit less than a year ago. A year before that, 12. Toxic, toxic place. Oh, and I had the exact same David Byrne costume choice in mind when I wrote "lost in cloth." I started to reference it, but thought "nah, it's too 80s for the group to get." The Talking Heads --- oh, man. They're so good. Bunch of art kids. Love it. I've quite enjoyed some of his recent collabs with St. Vincent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom webster Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 (edited) Just a reminder, next Friday(8/18) is the deadline to purchase your ticket for $90. Two of you have taken advantage of that offer so far. Edited August 10, 2017 by tom webster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Just a reminder, next Friday(8/18) is the deadline to purchase your ticket for $90. Two of you have taken advantage of that offer so far. Same PayPal email as last time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffismagic Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Just a reminder, next Friday(8/18) is the deadline to purchase your ticket for $90. Two of you have taken advantage of that offer so far. Is your group filled out yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samson's Flow Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Just a reminder, next Friday(8/18) is the deadline to purchase your ticket for $90. Two of you have taken advantage of that offer so far. Done :flirt: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Just a reminder, next Friday(8/18) is the deadline to purchase your ticket for $90. Two of you have taken advantage of that offer so far. I'll see you that evening, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom webster Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 I'll see you that evening, right? Yep, you bringing anyone? Same PayPal email as last time? Yes Is your group filled out yet? Don't think so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Yep, you bringing anyone? Yes Don't think so Nope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biodork Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Just a reminder, next Friday(8/18) is the deadline to purchase your ticket for $90. Two of you have taken advantage of that offer so far. Can you update everyone with a count middle of next week? If there are still spots I'd be happy to buy one ahead to round out the group, but I don't want to angle in on someone else's seat if there are 16 people who can absolutely commit to going at that point. I can always snag a seat later if need be when plans firm up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Yep, you bringing anyone? Yes Don't think so Payment for 2 tickets sent! Thanks for doing this again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R_Dudley Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Can you update everyone with a count middle of next week? If there are still spots I'd be happy to buy one ahead to round out the group, but I don't want to angle in on someone else's seat if there are 16 people who can absolutely commit to going at that point. I can always snag a seat later if need be when plans firm up. I haven't been checking in over the summer so looks like I missed a lot. Ditto on Bio's question. If unable to commit I might still do the secondary market and crash the b4 and the after coterie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted August 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 I have to wait until next Friday to get paid, any chance the discount still applies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubkev Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 I have to wait until next Friday to get paid, any chance the discount still applies? Charlie, reading is fundamental. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted August 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Charlie, reading is fundamental. Deadlines can be inclusive or not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Deadlines can be inclusive or not I'll let TW answer, but I think the reason for the discount to begin with is that he's paying for the tickets Friday evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffismagic Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Yep, you bringing anyone? Yes Don't think so I was trying to figure it out earlier but I would love to go. I already live downtown so this would be easy for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom webster Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 (edited) I have to wait until next Friday to get paid, any chance the discount still applies?YesI'll let TW answer, but I think the reason for the discount to begin with is that he's paying for the tickets Friday evening.CorrectDeadlines can be inclusive or notInclusive Edited August 10, 2017 by tom webster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyldnwoody44 Posted August 11, 2017 Report Share Posted August 11, 2017 What's the PayPal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neo Posted August 12, 2017 Report Share Posted August 12, 2017 Sometimes life serves up gifts ... To Josie and D4rk .... Creatives, Teddy Roosevelt, and Vulnerability .... https://youtu.be/8-JXOnFOXQk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTS Posted August 13, 2017 Report Share Posted August 13, 2017 It is very unlikely I will pay early.. but I will pay. :) Right now too many expenses at once and leaving on vacation in less than a week is not helping. No worries. The extra 10 spot won't kill me later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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