the lovely artist blog

Desi on NYC TV!

2008-09-03T01:39:00.002-04:00

Check out Desi's amazing segment on NYC TV's website. She interviewed the designer of Central Park's amazing Aeroballoon ride.

Support LWALA!

2008-04-30T18:45:00.005-04:00

I invite you all to attend our amazing Artist event where we will be auctioning off artwork from local artists and all proceeds will support LWALA's charitable efforts in Africa. To learn more about their organization, visit lwala.org

Saturday, May 31st @ Gallery Bar
Cocktail Party 5pm-8pm
Auction ends at 8pm sharp
Open Bar until 10pm

We met Adriana Lima!

2008-04-28T01:01:00.006-04:00

On Saturday at around 3:45pm, Yari spots Adriana Lima arriving at a table across from ours at Serafina on 55th and Broadway. Before leaving, we decided to take a photo with her. I went up to her, apologized for interrupting and told her we were big fans. She then extended her hand and said, "Hi, my name is Adriana" with her thick Brazilian accent. I introduced myself, then Yari introduced herself. Adriana then introduced her friend, Marcos sitting with her. I asked Adriana if we could take a photo, she said "Do you have a camera?", I whipped it out from under my sweater, then she asked Marcos to take the photo.

She stood up from the table and walked over to us, she was so tall, then again we're pretty short. That's when Yari asked if we should stand on a chair, but we don't think she got the joke. We took the photo (I was so nervous I could barely smile properly), then Yari thanked her and Marcos. She nodded saying it was nothing. Then I also thanked her as I was walking away and she nodded again saying it was nothing and winked at me. Overall she was very poised, kinda of serious but generous and accommodating. Needless to say she looked even more beautiful in person than in her photos. It was an unforgettable encounter.

New JPD Blog

2008-03-28T01:36:00.004-04:00

Check out my newly launched design JPD blog at:
http://jessicaperilla.com/blog/

Ellen Goes Gay on SNL Skit

2008-03-05T00:59:00.006-05:00

"Why does everything have to have a label? Why cant I just hug a woman with my legs in friendship?!" -- Ellen Page

Eliminating Homophobia and Discrimination

2008-03-03T00:17:00.002-05:00

Grey's Anatomy star Sara Ramirez has filmed a PSA for GLAAD in Spanish:

A Message from Grey's Anatomy's Sara Ramirez

Jerry O'Connell, TR Knight, Rachel Griffiths, Marlee Matlin, John Amaechi and Martina Navratilova:

Be an Ally & a Friend

Oscar-nominated actress Julianne Moore speaks out on behalf of equality for all. www.GLAAD.org:

Julianne Moore on Equality

Ellen Page SNL Promo Spots

2008-03-01T00:23:00.002-05:00

I really love all the Ellen Page commercials, and have done my best to collect them all here:

Bill Hader, Ellen Page and Andy Samberg Spot 1:

Bill Hader, Ellen Page and Andy Samberg Spot 2:

Andy Samberg, Ellen Page, Kristen Wiig & Wilco, Spot 1: Deserved Oscar for Hot Rod?

Andy Samberg, Ellen Page, Kristen Wiig & Wilco, Spot 2: Texting

Bitch is the New Black!

2008-02-25T21:16:00.001-05:00

How to Use Web 2.0 in the Enterprise

2008-01-13T21:48:00.000-05:00

Check out their blog at http://geekandpoke.typepad.com/geekandpoke/

I Love Rachel Shelley

2007-12-24T19:25:00.000-05:00

Here's one reason why:

The Importance of Dental Care

2007-11-12T23:04:00.001-05:00

An Update on Billy

2007-10-19T00:08:00.000-04:00

For all of you who know Billy, he sent me these wonderful pics of his 8 month son, Leon and his wife Fanny. They're all doing fantastic!

Sharing a Smile with You

2007-10-13T22:48:00.001-04:00

I had to share these videos, they are really funny, and will make you smile, they were originally sent to my by Yari. First one is the evolution of dance, a comedy skit, and the second one is of an adorable little girl singing her heart out to you:

JPD Monsters!

2007-08-18T14:44:00.000-04:00

I've been in an arts and crafts mood lately, and two nights ago, these little guys were born. They were created to be sent out into the world and spread the word about my design studio. They're loud, proud and totally fabulous. Perhaps you'll see them on a park bench one day. Check them out on Flickr.

They were inspired by a book I read called "The Guerilla Art Kit" which I highly recommend, you can buy it here on amazon.

Exclusive: Zack in Guitar Hero Zone

2007-08-12T04:45:00.000-04:00

We went to Angela's Guitar Hero Party last night and Zack really got into the zone. You have to check out this video:

Add to My Profile | More Videos

Devon Sproule at Ace of Clubs!

2007-07-18T22:30:00.000-04:00

View a photo slideshow of Devon's awesome show last night.

She'll also be playing at the Rockwood Musichall this Thursday and in Staten Island on Friday night. She's amazing, you must see her live!

Recent Photos with Friends

2007-06-17T11:37:00.000-04:00

Here are my latest photo sets with friends on Flickr:

Devon Sproule show at Pete's Candy Store

First time at Beer Garden in Astoria

Jenny Hwang's Art Show at Broadway Gallery

Beautiful Detox Facility Mural

2007-05-07T17:20:00.001-04:00

This past weekend several artists got together with me to paint a mural at St. Barnabas Hospital's Detox Facility in the Bronx. We completely transformed their facility with butterflies, flowers and rays of light.

To view photos of our day painting, visit: http://flickr.com/photos/webvixen/sets/72157600188976503/show/

To sign up to this group and participate in future mural paintings, please sign up to my mural meetup group at: http://groupart.meetup.com/12/

Zack's Birthday / Video Game Party!

2007-04-10T00:07:00.001-04:00

I threw Zack's Birthday party at my house on Sunday. We played video games, created our Mii characters and I suprised Zack by drawing his Mii character on his cake! Check out a photo slideshow.

Also visit our new site BEaMii.com!

My Birthday Party '07

2007-02-04T23:10:00.001-05:00

I had a great time this weekend, it was very special to see everyone there, new friends and old. Thank you for celebrating with me!

Edith & Jenny

2007-02-03T00:10:00.000-05:00

I just saw an amazing dance performance with Claire Danes and Ariel Rogoff Flavin. The multimedia performance symbolized their life-long relationship. It was beautiful to watch how intimately their bodies intertwined and broke apart. The last show is this Sunday at 5pm. You can view full details on ps122.org's website.

Claire Danes and Ariel came out afterwards to chat with the audience, so we said hello and got autographs. :)

It's a boy!

2007-02-01T23:41:00.000-05:00

Leon Adam Rivera was born Sunday January 28th at 9:13pm, weighing in at 5lb 6oz. He is the proud baby boy of one of my dearest friends William and Fanny Rivera. He is so precious, my best goes out to you two. You're going to be excellent parents!

Pan's Labyrinth

2007-01-14T16:20:00.000-05:00

This was an excellent movie. I highly recommend it. An exquisite tale about political corruption, courage and the confirmation that real magic does exist.

Ivana Baquero was an amazing actress. Doug Jones was also amazing as Pan, and that "hand eyes" creature, which was really creepy. He gave me ::goosebumps:: Don't miss it!

Photos from Puerto Rico

2007-01-07T02:16:00.001-05:00

I finally finished posting my photos from puerto rico on flickr.

In this photo, several pigeons attack me while one gets cozy on my head. Luckily Yari had a camera handy to capture the special moment.

Canon E18 Error, Solution!

2006-12-26T22:17:00.000-05:00

I was the victim of the dreaded E18 Canon error about two years ago. Canon offered no help, so I put it away in it's box and bought a new camera.

Two days ago I accidently ran into a thread about this error, someone posted a solution! They go by the username: phs01, here is the thread found on cnet's forum.

The best thing is I tried it and it actually worked!!! I was so happy and felt I should keep spreading the love, so I gave the camera to my younger brother. He was ecstatic because he didn't have one. I want everyone to know about this solution, so I'm reposting it below, hopefully everyone looking for a solution will find it:

E18 quick fix
by phs01 - 3/23/05 5:40 AM
In reply to: Canon E18 by lilaruth
I'm sure that every1 looking at this right now would love to be able to do a quick fix for the dreaded E18 error. Well, I have fixed mine several time in less time that it takes to take a picture. So here it is: This error occurs when the lens is "stuck" or not extending "straight". The error can happen in 3 ways: either when the lens wont "come out", or "comes out" and then retracts, or does not retract at all. Mine did all of these at one stage or another.
1) If the lens doesn't extend at all or it extends, but then retracts again, do as follow: Turn the camera off. Place the camera on it's back with the lens facing up and have a look at the "spacing" between the lens and the lens housing. You'll probably notice that the gap is NOT EVEN all the way around. To fix this, simply -VERY GENTLY- press down on the side where the gap is the biggest. You will hear a "click" as it pops back in place. Try powering it back on.
2) If the lens is extended all the time and won't retarct at all, do as follow: Turn the camera off. Take the camera in one hand and with the other gently, in turn, take the two part of the lens and gently move it round in a cuirclar movement. Do so with both sections of the lens. You will once again hear a little "click" as it pops back in place. Power the camera on.
This has worked for me many times and it seems to happen when the camera has been carried around and possible had a little knock. I hope this is of help to someone else.