#Introduction: Photography as a Career

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Why RVR School of Photography is Your Gateway to a Thriving Photography Career

Introduction: Photography as a Career There is a huge market gap and in this gap the art of photography career has come up from being just a hobby to a fully fledged profession. Apart from media and advertisements, photography career  now have a significant opportunity in fashion and social media also. At the RVR school of photography, we focus on the development of such skills and taking enthusiastic photographers as our students, we convert them into professionals. Our students have already worked with TCS, Wipro, Times amongst others. This speaks volumes of our training and the changing perception of the employers towards our students.

1. The Growing Demand for Professional Photographers

It became quite apparent that there is an increased need for photographers not only for social functions or individual projects but rather for the e-commerce, media and fashion industries. As marketing experts seek to impress customers with great product photography, storytelling, and other visual elements, skilled photographers are in high demand. Demand for photographers has exploded virtually with the advent of the digital age. At the RVR school of photography, we take the students through the necessary training, which will encourage  them to built their photography career with all the needs to succeed as photographers in the current market situation.

2. Why Choose RVR School of Photography?

At RVR, we don’t only teach photography; we build photography career. This is what makes us unique:

Comprehensive Curriculum: In our courses, we start with the basics of photography and proceed to advanced editing, lighting, and image processing.

Industry Trained Faculty: Our teachers have more than just teaching as they have been active photographers themselves and know what it means to be in the profession.

Practice: Theory is not enough for us. The program has lots of practical sessions for the learners to further their skills and techniques.

Career Counselling and Job Placement: RVR pays particular attention to all students. Many of our students have received jobs in the companies that qualified them.

3. Courses Offered at RVR School of Photography

Our programs target all  photographers to buit there photography career  at all levels. That’s new photographers who want to acquire basic skills and professional ones who wish to perfect their skills.

 Beginner Photography Course: Photography course for beginners covers the fundamentals how to hold and use a camera, basic light, composition, and how to take pictures. This is an appropriate course for everyone who has never taken a photograph; hence, this course provides a good base.

Advanced Photography Course: In our Advanced Course, some students are equipped with more advanced skills in low-light techniques, portrait photography, and image retouching so that they will be able to manage more difficult work and high quality tools.

Specialized Photography Courses: We have organized specialized courses, such as Fashion Photography, Landscape Photography, and Wedding Photography that let the students develop much interest in the specific field of their choice.

Editing and Post-Production: Our courses on editing and post-production concentrate on industry-recognized tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, and other similar programs. In this digital age, editing techniques are indispensable in content creation, and our students are well trained in those techniques.

RVR School: Paving the Way to Photography Excellence and Shaping the Future of Creative TalentBy Simran

4. Photography Career: Gain Real-World Experience and Build a Stunning Portfolio

In the same mindset, it is quite safe to say that a photographer’s portfolio is their visual CV, one of the most vital components needed to utilize their expertise and up to clients and or employers. At RVR School of Photography, we believe having an impressive portfolio is of utmost importance especially when starting a career as a photographer. 

Students of RVR have opportunities to participate in real product photoshoots, fashion editorials, etc, which are supervised by the instructors. These projects not only sharpen their practical skills but also prepare students to work in the real world where they have to please people, and complete the tasks given to them on time.

Such projects are led by instructors who are experienced practitioners in the industry and have mentored the students themselves through projects. They help the students with their feedback and how to use techniques that will help the students create an artistic identity that is uniquely theirs.

Also we encourage active learning through portfolios and conduct regular practice in fine al placement where students are given constructive feedback on their work. Feedback always highlights where the student is strong and where the student has room for growth so that the end product is always balance and professional.

5. RVR School of Photography Alumni Success Stories

Our students have to achieve great milestones by getting jobs in well-known companies such as TCS, WIPRO, TIMES, et cetera. These milestones achieved by some of our students bring glory to our school and prove that the training we provide has immense value in the field.

Some of our alumni who have been successful are:

Ravi Sharma: Worked with times as a corporate photographer and covered events of the high management.

Sneha Kapoor: Worked in the TCS marketing team and was involved in the creation of visuals for the campaigns.

Arjun Mehta: Worked as a fashion photographer in Wipro showcasing their apparel lines in the most appealing way.

These stories inspire our students and demonstrate the quality of training they receive at RVR.

6. Photography Career Skills You’ll Master at RVR School of Photography

The skills our students achieve go beyond the basics:

Mastering Composition: Composing a frame that tells a story with a thousand visual elements.

Lighting Techniques: Using natural and artificial lighting for accentuation and photography.

Editing Mastery: Students’ skills with tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Light room, and others.

Client Management: How to handle clients and their expectations and how to put them to fruition.

7. photography Career Paths After Completing a Photography Course

A degree from RVR School of Photography helps in getting various types of jobs:

Corporate Photographer: Photograph brand images, teams, events.

Fashion Photographer: Work with Brands, models, and designers.

Freelance Photographer: Own Photography business.

Media Photographer: Creative visual images for stories for newspapers, magazines.

With our guidance, students can tailor their skills to the path that suits them best.

8. How RVR School of Photography Supports Your photography Career

We don’t stop with the coursework only, it doesn’t end there. We help them to bulit their photography career:

Placements: With a reach over leading employers like TCS, Wipro and Times. We place students at the best jobs available. TCS, Wipro and Times

Networking Events: We provide events to the students where they meet potential employers and industry leaders (Photography).

Career Counseling: Counseling for photography career selection, for portfolio development, for interview skills etc.

9. Why Photography is a Lucrative Career Choice

Modern-day photography has reached unbelievable heights and most people have accepted it as an industry that encompasses numerous photography career opportunities. Photography career is self-employment, creativity and self actualization all in one package.

Consistently Develops:There is no industry today that does not have specialization in photography career. Companies reach out to professional photographers in other sectors such as marketing, advertising, content creation and social media. The same expertise is requested for events such as weddings, business meetings or product launches. It creates a continuous search for new talented professionals in detail work and creative design.

Different photography Career Opportunities:Several professional paths are available even when one has selected the field of phototgraphy. People of all skills and preferences: travel, fashion, wildlife, food, event and much more can all find their field in photography. Freelancers have freedom to select jobs, individuals focusing on photography career in occupations have a fixed salary and constant work.

Financial Stability and Growth:Would you consider photography career as an art or a business? For any professional photographer, it’s both. On the one hand, established photographers can offer a large range of services as well as find themselves to have long-term relationships with their clients. For instance, wedding photographers have good returns in each event during the busy season. On the other hand, commercial photographers working for top companies can receive good commissions on their projects as well.

Freelance Freedom:If you are one of those people that does not like having a boss, freelancing enables you to live a different lifestyle. A photographer who works on a one-off basis gets to select what project to work on, when to work, and how to sell themselves. This path of employment also means you can work with brands from a different country which means other markets always exist.

10. How to Apply to RVR School of Photography

Do you want to begin your photography career? The application to RVR is straightforward and needs no additional stress:

Look at our Site:  RVR SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY

Select the Desired Course: Review the courses we offer and select the course you want.

Utilize the Application to Apply: Complete the provided form with the required information.

Meet Our Team For An Interview: Here we evaluate your interest in pursuing photography career and your vision.

Our admissions team is here to help you through each step.

Conclusion: Start Your Photography Career with RVR School of Photography

Photography is not simply a play of light and chemistry, but rather a story, an imagination, and a moment that strikes the heart of many. A photography career is endless since it can either be an exploration of artistic vision or a stable and rewarding profession. RVR School of Photography offers world-class training that combines sound theoretical knowledge with practical experience to make sure our students are industry-ready from day one.

Our professional mentorship builds students’ technical abilities and the assurance that they can succeed in a competitive marketplace. We help them create a solid portfolio, which is the foundation of every successful Registrant photographer, and we prepare them for different photography career paths from freelancing to working with renowned companies.

Whether you aspire to be a fashion photographer, specialize in stunning landscapes, or focus on corporate and media photography, RVR School of Photography is the best starting point. Our graduates speak volumes about the quality of education we offer, as many have attained outstanding milestones in their photography career.

Keep your passion for photography as a hobby, or let it change your life. RVR School of Photography provides tailored mentoring, world-class infrastructure, and an energetic learning environment to help you make creative dreams a successful photography career.

So what are you waiting for? Take action today, and allow us to guide you in unlocking your potential and creating an enjoyable career in photography. Become a student at RVR School of Photography, and see your passion become a successful professio

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the bachelorette | introductions part one °❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:･

toru oikawa

❀˖° 23 years old

❀˖° fitness and promotional model

❀˖° his favorite hobbies: music, photography, and fashion

❀˖° his pet peeves: lack of effort, disorganization, and incompetence

❀˖° his high standards, focus on his career, and fear of vulnerability have kept him from finding 'the one'. his ideal partner would need to balance his high standards with a genuine connection, understanding, and the ability to share in both his triumphs and challenges.

kei tsukishima

❀˖° 21 years old

❀˖° third year college student, aspiring architect

❀˖° his favorite hobbies: reading, video games, and music

❀˖° his pet peeves: annoying or overly energetic people, incompetentce, overall disruptive people

❀˖° his gaurded nature, low interest in romance, and perceived apathy have kept him from finding 'the one'. his ideal partner would need to be patient, understanding, and capable of appreciating his quieter, more introspective side.

keiji akaashi

❀˖° 22 years old

❀˖° editor for a major publishing company

❀˖° his favorite hobbies: reading, writing, and listening to music

❀˖° his pet peeves: disorganization, lack of effort, interruptions

❀˖° his high standards. reserved nature, and focus of his responsibilities have kept him from finding 'the one'. his ideal partner would need to be patient and empathetic, able to connect with his introspective nature and appreciate the balance between his personal space and shared moments.

atsumu miya

❀˖° 22 years old

❀˖° sales and marketing coordinator

❀˖° his favorite hobbies: baking, watching reality tv, and collecting baseball cards

❀˖° his pet peeves: anything overly complicated, people who aren't risk takers, messy spaces

❀˖° his busy schedule, high standards and expectations, and struggle to open up have kept from from finding 'the one'. his ideal partner would be someone who can appreciate his dynamic personality, handle his moments of vulnerability, and enjoy the excitement and challenges of life with him.

kotaro bokuto

❀˖° 23 years old

❀˖° personal trainer

❀˖° his favorite hobbies: adam sandler movies, video games, and beach volleyball

❀˖° his pet peeves: people who can't handle spice, unnecessary negativity, people with a lack of enthusiasm

❀˖° his high energy levels, inconsistent schedule, and difficulty with deep communication have kept him from finding 'the one'. his ideal partner would need to match his vibrant personality, appreciate his quirks, and provide a balanced mix of excitement and support to complement his energetic and passionate nature.

lev haiba

❀˖° 20 years old

❀˖° 3rd year university student, aspiring model

❀˖° his favorite hobbies: photography, binge-watching shows, swimming

❀˖° his pet peeves: perfectionists, being too predictable, lack of passion

❀˖° his intense focus on his career, difficulty with expressing his emotions, and being perceived as immature have kept him from finding 'the one'. his ideal partner would need to embrace his vibrant and energetic personality, share his passion for creativity, and provide a balance of understanding and excitement to match his dynamic lifestyle.

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a/n tried to make it similar to their canon selves but also not too similar, i just didn't want half of em to be professional vb players yk😭

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Despite being a pioneer of abstract art in Korea Yoo Young-kuk (1916-2002) is largely unknown in our latitudes. Born into an affluent family of landowners he was able to study at the art school of Bunka Gakuin College in Tokyo, a liberal school that given the close surveillance of Korean students in Japan offered space to breathe, from 1935 until 1943. Yoo quickly embraced abstraction as his artistic language and consequently moved in the avant-garde circles of the Japanese capital. At this time Yoo was influenced by Russian constructivism as well as Jean Arp and Piet Mondrian, artists he was introduced to by Hasegawa Saburo and Murai Masanari, and created geometric reliefs, paintings and also experimented with photography.

These early stages of his career and his mature years following the tumultuous period following the end of the Japanese occupancy of Korea and the Korean War are covered in „Yoo Youngkuk - Quintessence“, published in 2020 by Rizzoli. This first English-language monograph contains a very insightful essay by editor Rosa Maria Falvo and a wealth of works from all of Yoo’s work phases. Falvo provides a brief but concise cross section of the artist’s career with a particular emphasis on Yoo’s development towards his trademark colorfield paintings: after experimenting with postwar Informel Yoo from the mid-1960s on decided to make mountains his primary motif. Yoo’s native region is very mountainous and exposed him to the forces of nature from an early age on. In his colorfield paintings Yoo sought to gain freedom in geometrical forms and primary colors but at the same time tried to capture the visual sensation of the mountains in changing lighting. Although his color palette changed towards pastel in his late work and his health dwindled Yoo Young-kuk painted until the very end of his life.

Being the first English-language monograph „Yoo Youngkuk - Quintessence“ not only provides a thorough introduction to the artist but through the wealth of high-quality reproductions makes accessible the work of a great artist.

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High School Teacher AU

So the results from this poll was to do the AU with both my OCs & the 141, but I want to clarify that while I might do Teacher!141 x Reader if asked, this AU is mainly a Kali x Stone AU. The 141 aren't really the main focus (though that's not to say they'll only appear rarely).

Anyways, I wanted to first to an introduction of all of the characters (because I finally named my newest OC). We're going to talk about what class they're teaching, a little bit about them in this AU.

We're going to do this by grades (because some of them are teaching the same subject ((ie history)) but they're different classes). It's important to note that this is a U.S. high school, not a British/UK one. Also, some of them still have their callsigns because those callsigns could easily be written as a nickname they got from students.

Okay now onto the cast:

Peter Williams, Personal Fitness (Grade 9)- Coach Williams is well-loved by the students and is a former Marine. He's not very strict, very much lenient, hence why the freshmen love him. He has a knife scar that goes through his left eyebrow and all the way through his left eye (but didn't blind him). He is known for gushing about his wife and daughters (though some students and faculty believe that Dr. Greene is actually his "wife").

Arun "Hellstorm" Khatri, Environmental Science (Grade 9)- Mr. Kahtri is a former Naval pilot and is known as "Hellstorm" because he once "rained hell" down on a teacher who humiliated a student by making them stand outside the classroom with a sign detailing how they misbehaved. That being said, he is known for looking like he's perpetually bored due to his face usually being neutral and his voice monotone.

Kyle Garrick, Creative Photography 1 (Grades 9-12)- Mr. Garrick is a former SAS soldier who moved from the UK to teach kids how to get into photography. He teaches Creative Photography 1 only because he primarily works with film instead of digital cameras. Students often gush about how he makes them love photography and how his tips help them become better photographers.

John MacTavish, 2D Studio Art 1 & 2 (Grades 9-12)- Mr. MacTavish is a former SAS soldier and he moved from the UK to help American kids either start their artistic career or better improve their artistic skills. He's very out-going and he's a hit amongst the students. Don't tell the administrative faculty, but he often puts on movies for the kids on slow days.

Fariz "Heartthrob" Shah, Nutrition & Wellness (Grades 9-12)- Mr. Shah is a former Marine and he got his nickname due to being very charismatic. He is said to make all of the faculty swoon and even some students (though he stays away from students, even if they're eighteen). He teaches his students the joys of cooking.

Ashok Kumar, Chorus 1, 2, & 3 (Grades 9-12)- Mr. Kumar is a former Marine and he is extremely tall at 6'6". He walks a fine line of being demanding in terms of choir performance while also having days where his classes are just watching movies to relax. He and his senior chorus class go to Disney every year to perform. His choirs have won more trophies than the football team.

John Price, World History (Grade 10)- Mr. Price is a former SAS soldier and he moved to America as a favor to the principal of the high school whom he had fought alongside with. He is considered to be a rather fair teacher, stern but not too strict. He's vying to be the favorite history teacher among the tenth graders, often clashing with Stone/Mr. Mishra who also teaches tenth graders.

Vasanti Singh, IT Systems and Applications (Grade 10)- Ms. Singh is a former information systems technical and she took this teaching job simply because it was easy enough to let her mind rest. She's known to goof around, being a hit among the students and the other faculty members. Most students take her class because they think it'll be easy, oh how wrong they are.

Simon "Ghost" Riley, Weight Training 1, 2, & 3 (Grades 10-12)- Coach Riley is a former SAS soldier and he is known for being a hard-ass. He's really strict and has made kids cry, but he was the best out of all of the potential candidates so he got hired. His nickname is due to him being able to just disappear without anyone noticing. He lowkey has animosity towards Coach Williams because he doesn't understand why Coach Williams is so easygoing with the students. He pushes his students to be the best they can be. He has declined offers to become the new football coach, despite his leadership potentially being the key to improve the football team.

Nathan Greene, AP Pre-Calculus (Grades 10-12)- Dr. Greene is a former Marine and he has a PHD in mathematics. He could be teaching at a college and be a professor, but he loves to help improve younger students' love for mathematics. He is rumored to be Coach Williams' "actual" wife as he once popped his head in the gym and asked "how their girls were doing" while referring to Coach Williams' daughters. He has a son and most faculty members who believe Coach Williams and Dr. Greene are actually married swear up and down they can see similarities in both Dr. Greene's son and Coach Williams.

Vikram "Stone" Mishra, United States History (Grades 10-12)- Mr. Mishra is a former Corpsman and is a complete mystery to most people. He has managed to hide his first name from most faculty members and all of the students, as the scantrons they take in his class only refer to him as "Stone Mishra". No one knows where the nickname comes from, but every adult refers to him as "Stone". Students are in awe of his countless old battle scars, enough so that they take his class despite knowing how strict he is. He is often told to be the strictest teacher on campus.

Ivan Kohli-Petrov, AP English Literature & Composition (Grades 11-12)- Mr. Kohli-Petrov is a former Marine and is a man of few words. Despite being mostly silent, his teaching has helped the school's overall test scores improve with how much he makes his class seem more fun. Most juniors and seniors say he makes reading more fun than their previous English teachers. He's not known for his friendliness, considering the looks he gives whenever someone asks him how the right side of his body got severely burned.

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Introduction post :)

me:

I am from the more northern region of Appalachia

I’m currently learning Spanish and my goal is to become fluent (always down to chat in it, I don’t get enough practice with writing lol)

I like a wide variety music, but my favorite genres are metal (especially nu, thrash, and death metal) and folk! I listened to 117 genres in 2023 and my goal was 100!

I love classic literature and writing (most passionate about poetry + haikus)

I’m interested in viral microbiology and mortuary science (to become a coroner/medical examiner) as careers

I recently started drumming B)

My favorite drummers are Joey Jordison, Mercedes Lander, and Dave Grohl (pretty basic choices but idc and I think they’re really cool)

my favorite bands are Murderdolls & Creeping Death :)

I do film photography & develop my black and white pictures on my own!

My blog:

I will primarily be posting my poetry & other writings, art, and music opinions, but I don’t want to limit myself to specific topics

Im totally open to writing critiques, but I will state if I’m not on certain posts. Please feel free to ask questions about my writing or art if you’re ever curious!!

always down for music/book/poet/artist/photographer recommendations!!

B)

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Monday's Photography Inspiration -George Hurrell

George Hurrell was an American photographer renowned for his iconic portraits of Hollywood celebrities during the Golden Age of cinema. Born in Covington on June 1, 1904 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Hurrell began his career as a painter but soon transitioned to photography, where he found his true calling as a portraitist. George Hurrell’s introduction to photography began in the early 1920s when he…

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Diverse Legacy Sims 4 Challenge

Introduction

Welcome to the "Diverse Lifestyles" Legacy Challenge! This challenge spans 12 generations, each with a unique focus on different lifestyles, family dynamics, and animal care. Get ready to explore a variety of ways to live, from urban to rural, and everything in between.

Rules

Start with a single Sim who has the "Animal Enthusiast" trait.

Each generation must complete their specific goals before moving on to the next generation.

Mods and cheats are not allowed, except for aesthetic purposes.

Pets must be well taken care of and should not be neglected.

Generations

Generation 1: The City Dweller

Your founder loves the hustle and bustle of city life. They aspire to build a successful career while keeping a pet in their apartment.

Traits: Ambitious, Outgoing, Animal Enthusiast

Aspiration: City Native

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the chosen career.

Live in an apartment in the city.

Adopt a pet and ensure it thrives in the city environment.

Generation 2: The Suburban Family

This Sim dreams of a perfect suburban life with a big family and a yard full of pets.

Traits: Family-Oriented, Cheerful, Dog Lover

Aspiration: Super Parent

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Parenting skill.

Have at least three children.

Adopt a dog and ensure it becomes a beloved family member.

Generation 3: The Rural Farmer

This generation embraces the quiet life of the countryside, focusing on farming and livestock care.

Traits: Loves Outdoors, Green Thumb, Perfectionist

Aspiration: Country Caretaker

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Gardening and Cooking skills.

Own and take care of cows, llamas, and chickens.

Grow a large and diverse garden.

Generation 4: The Wildlife Explorer

This Sim has a passion for exploring the wild and studying animals in their natural habitats.

Traits: Adventurous, Loves Outdoors, Cat Lover

Aspiration: Jungle Explorer

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Archaeology and Fitness skills.

Travel to Selvadorada and complete the Jungle Explorer aspiration.

Adopt a cat and ensure it accompanies you on your adventures.

Generation 5: The Eco-Friendly Innovator

This generation is dedicated to living sustainably and inventing new eco-friendly solutions.

Traits: Green Fiend, Genius, Maker

Aspiration: Eco Innovator

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Fabrication and Handiness skills.

Create and maintain a sustainable home.

Adopt a pet and ensure it lives in an eco-friendly environment.

Generation 6: The Equestrian Enthusiast

This Sim has a deep love for horses and dreams of becoming a top equestrian.

Traits: Loves Outdoors, Active, Ambitious

Aspiration: Horse Whisperer

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Riding and Fitness skills.

Own and train at least two horses.

Win at least five equestrian competitions.

Generation 7: The Artist in the Countryside

This generation finds inspiration in nature and pursues a career in the arts while living in a rural setting.

Traits: Creative, Loves Outdoors, Cat Lover

Aspiration: Painter Extraordinaire

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Painting and Photography skills.

Create a collection of nature-inspired artwork.

Adopt a cat and feature it in your artwork.

Generation 8: The Urban Socialite

This Sim thrives in the social scene of the city, balancing a busy social life with pet care.

Traits: Outgoing, Materialistic, Dog Lover

Aspiration: Party Animal

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Charisma and Mixology skills.

Host at least 10 social events.

Adopt a dog and ensure it is well taken care of.

Generation 9: The Academic Scholar

This generation is focused on academic achievement and research, with a special interest in animals.

Traits: Genius, Bookworm, Animal Enthusiast

Aspiration: Academic

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Research & Debate and Logic skills.

Complete a degree at university.

Adopt a pet and conduct research on its behavior.

Generation 10: The Celebrity Influencer

This Sim uses their fame to advocate for animal rights and promote different lifestyles.

Traits: Self-Absorbed, Outgoing, Good

Aspiration: World-Famous Celebrity

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Media Production and Charisma skills.

Gain at least 1 million followers on social media.

Adopt a pet and feature it in your content.

Generation 11: The Wilderness Survivalist

This Sim prefers living off the grid and mastering survival skills in the wild.

Traits: Loves Outdoors, Loner, Self-Assured

Aspiration: Outdoor Enthusiast

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Herbalism and Fishing skills.

Live off the grid and avoid modern conveniences.

Adopt a pet and ensure it thrives in the wilderness.

Generation 12: The Family Legacy Keeper

This generation focuses on preserving the family legacy and ensuring the well-being of future generations.

Traits: Family-Oriented, Ambitious, Good

Aspiration: Successful Lineage

Goals:

Reach level 10 in the Parenting and Charisma skills.

Have at least four children.

Adopt a pet and ensure it becomes part of the family legacy.

Conclusion

Complete all the goals for each generation to successfully finish the "Diverse Lifestyles" Legacy Challenge. Enjoy the journey and create lasting memories with your Sims and their beloved pets!

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Catch the Scene

Summary: Roman asked for photos he thought magical as a kid and soon found photography as a hobby. A hobby that can become a job if acting has a spell of failed auditions.

Author's note: I wish I had more energy to write more of this. The manager, I think, could be Logan, but it felt clunky to add in an introduction line, then weird to just have the name thrown into it.

My idea prompt for today: Photographer Roman, starts as wanting to capture fairytale settings to try describing later. The starts photographing pretty boys he sees and sometimes gets dates when he admits to it. Trying to go professional comes during an acting dry spell.

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Roman loved fairytales and that was as true when he was a child as it was now. When he was younger and his parents controlled the camera he’d beg and beg for pictures to be taken of places or scenes he insisted were out of fairytales. Remus did the same but for bins, dumps and roadkill so the times they’d agreed to the pictures Roman wanted were often followed with far less pleasant pictures in the family albums.

Then they were given disposable cameras and Roman could seek out the different areas he believed magic happened in freely. He’d run off on family trips to explore the wilderness and try to find the best pictures. Remus usually ran in the opposite direction and came back thrilled over animal droppings and bugs, some he’d taken a picture of then squashed in a notebook to ensure he could show them off as soon as possible.

Their parents were definitely amused at how trying to treat their sons equally somehow played into both kids interests as they grew up. Roman kept his photography up, sometimes claiming he had to go to a specific location or place he’d previously photographed in order to take more photos and properly imagine the scene now happening there in his mind. He got into theatre, and volunteered to help design the backdrops the school could afford, using his photos as inspiration often.

Remus meanwhile kept looking for bugs and animal waste. He took an interest in zoology and somehow made that a career and nobody was quite sure how that happened. Their parents claimed it was because of a camera and notebook of squashed bugs but most people never believed that.

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Both boys befriended people, often completely different people since their interests were so removed nowadays, but once or twice the same person befriended each of them. Virgil was one of those people, even if he refused to let Roman take him exploring.

“What’s with the cameras, Princey? I thought your space was on stage or in front of them, not the tech side of things.” He asked, looking around Roman’s dorm. Virgil was on the tech team of the current production and had come over after a practise to relax for a while. “If Remus’s dorm wasn’t 3 buildings away I’d ask if he was storing his stuff here.”

“Excuse you.” Roman span from where he’d been checking his hair hadn’t been messed up, “The lenses are utterly different, mine are specialised for wide shots and broad focus. Remus for some ungodly reason thinks a narrow focus is best and couldn’t even get a decent full body photo of a person if he wanted to with them.”

“Not sure you know how camera lenses work, but chill. I was just asking.” Virgil stepped back, looking at the cameras again. “So you take pictures of people a lot?”

Roman shook his head, “They’re for landscapes where magic and romance is waiting to happen, and occasionally pretty men that need their beauty to be recorded. Please remain in that spot for a moment, the lighting is perfect. I hope you don’t mind me taking your picture since you’ve mentioned my photography equipment so much.”

“Fine, but don’t show anyone. I cannot have the pressure of matching a photo for the rest of our friendship.” Virgil grumbled, but remained mostly still as Roman found the right view.

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There had been no successful auditions for a while and Roman needed something to earn money from; That was the main inspiration behind his application as a photographer being sent to various publications and agencies.

“I’ll admit when I saw the initials R. Pompadour I believed it was Remus applying for the position. It’s widely known that his papers are all backed with evidence he photographed himself as well as that he’s changed focuses based on whims before now.” The manager said, leading him through to the interview room.

Roman chuckled a little, “Yes, we were both given disposable cameras as young boys and got better cameras often as we grew up. If you look through my portfolio you’ll see the types of pictures I specialised in is quite different to Remus’s however.”

“Clearly. You are comfortable including people in your photos?” They asked, picking out a few which did. As a wildlife magazine, Roman could guess they’d heard of Remus’s refusal to, in his words, ‘photograph such a dull subject matter when the interesting bits are always so covered.’

“Yes, although areas of natural beauty are my most frequent subject.” He agreed.

The manager smiled, “I believe you would be good for the role then. We do have other applicants to interview but you should be hearing within a few weeks if you are successful.”

[yvetteheiser]

Yvette Heiser - Phone Photography Essentials without Formal Education

In today's digital world, the art of photography has become more accessible than ever. You no longer need a formal education or expensive camera equipment to create stunning images. With advancements in smartphone technology, your phone can be a powerful tool for capturing professional-quality photos. Here’s everything you need to know to excel in phone photography without a formal education.

Understanding Your Phone’s Camera

Before diving into photography, it’s essential to understand the capabilities of your phone’s camera. Modern smartphones are equipped with high-resolution sensors, multiple lenses, and advanced image processing software. Take some time to familiarize yourself with the various settings and features available on your phone's camera, including HDR, portrait mode, night mode, and manual controls for ISO, shutter speed, and white balance. For more detailed insights, consider exploring resources like Yvette Heiser Texas – All You Need to Know about Phone Photography.

Mastering the Basics of Photography

Even without formal education, you can learn the fundamental principles of photography. Start with the basics:

Composition: The rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing are essential techniques that can help you create balanced and visually appealing photos.

Lighting: Excellent lighting is essential for taking outstanding photos. Natural light is your greatest ally, so it's important to learn how to use it effectively. Understand the differences between soft and hard lighting and how to leverage shadows and highlights to enhance your images.

Focus and Exposure: Ensure your subject is in sharp focus. Most smartphones allow you to tap the screen to set the focus point. Adjusting exposure can help you manage the brightness and contrast of your photos.

Leveraging Photography Apps

One of the advantages of phone photography is the plethora of apps available to enhance your images. Here are a few must-have apps:

Editing Apps: Tools like Adobe Lightroom, Snapseed, and VSCO provide robust features for tweaking exposure, contrast, saturation, and other elements. They also come with presets and filters that can add unique and creative touches to your photos.

Camera Apps: Apps like ProCamera and Camera+ offer advanced manual controls, allowing you to fine-tune settings like ISO, shutter speed, and white balance.

Special Effects: Apps such as Lens Distortions and Afterlight can add unique effects and overlays to your photos, helping them stand out.

Building a Strong Portfolio

Your portfolio is your introduction in the photography world. Create a diverse collection of your best work to showcase your skills and style. Include different subjects such as landscapes, portraits, and macro shots. Regularly refresh your portfolio with updated and enhanced photographs. Sharing your portfolio on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest can help you reach a wider audience and attract potential clients.

 Networking and Marketing

Building a successful photography career requires more than just taking great photos. Networking and marketing are essential components:

Networking: Join online photography communities, attend local meetups, and participate in photography challenges. Networking with other photographers can lead to collaborations, referrals, and learning opportunities.

Social Media Marketing: Use social media to market your photography services. Regularly post your work, engage with your audience, and share behind-the-scenes content. Consider creating a website to establish an online presence and make it easy for clients to find and contact you.

 Continuous Learning and Experimentation

Photography is an ever-evolving field, and staying updated with the latest trends and techniques is crucial. Follow industry leaders, read photography blogs, and watch tutorial videos. Don’t be afraid to experiment with new styles and subjects. Continuous learning and experimentation will help you grow as a photographer and keep your work fresh and innovative.

Conclusion

Excelling in phone photography without formal education is entirely achievable with dedication and practice. By understanding your phone’s camera, mastering photography basics, leveraging apps, building a strong portfolio, networking, and continuously learning, you can create stunning images and establish a successful photography career. Yvette Heiser- Is it possible to start a career in photography without formal education? Embrace the journey, and let your creativity shine through your lens!

[fieldofdahlias]

i've been putting off an introduction post for so long, i don't even know why. anyways, enjoy! ♡

🪞about me: i'm dahlia (she/her) , i'm 24 & i'm a capricorn sun. slytherin & cabin 13. i'm from saturn. my favorite flowers are dahlias (specifically black dahlias). i'm spiritual but most of the time i just say im agnostic. i'm majoring in astrophysics. i'm currently writing a romantasy book. for the most part i'm an introvert but i don't mind going out every so often. intp.

🤎 my interests: astronomy (i love it so much i'm hoping to make it my career), gardening, wolves, coffee, winter, sunsets, reading, writing, poetry, romance, fantasy, horror, music, anime, films, art, digital art, museums, history, literature, conspiracy theories, hellenism, photography (cameras i own; canon powershot elph 520 hs & canon powershot sx530 hs. dream cameras; fujifilm xt30 II & fujifilm x100v), working out (i've become a gym rat), pilates

🦢 languages: i speak english and spanish fluently. i want to learn russian, latin, arabic, italian & portuguese. currently learning french.

🧸 aesthetics: cottagecore, academiacore, gothic, witchcore, gore, dark (for some reason that's all i can think of right now lol)

🖋️ what's on your blog? honestly? mostly poetry & random posts about how i'm feeling. every so often i'll repost or post aesthetic pictures i like. i started this blog because i needed an outlet for what i was feeling and sometimes journaling doesn't feel like enough.

☕️ asks: ask/tell me anything! i'm open to chat & listen if you just need to vent. i don't know you so who am i to judge you?

📸 disclaimers: minors, please do not interact! i may repost nsfw content. i will not stand for homophobia, transphobia, hate of anyones beliefs, religion or lack thereof, bullying of any kind is not tolerated.

that's all, i believe, i hope you enjoy my blog ♡

[hopelessdelusional]

part 2 of introductions!

and if you haven’t alr gotten the hint this is a bkg x reader

background information:

- see for me i see izuku in like the medical world like some sort of doctor and i could so see him be that stereotypical college kid who goes into the med world and is just. so sleep deprived and so depressed but is still like 😁this is my dream job!😁 bc if that doesn’t sum up him in the manga rn idk what does

- also!!! todoroki and izuku are dating so (normally i would do bakudeku but that’s not their destiny in this universe)

- speaking of shoto he’s still a nepo baby bc i think that’s funny but i think instead his dad is some big business man like steve jobs or smth and yn got him into modeling and that’s how he got her into photography bc he’s got money and connections

- iida is ofc the manager of shoto and helps yn out whenever he can, he’s got his shit together and he’s always looking out for his babies

-iida and ochako are together bc UGH they are so cute fight me

- and idk mans i see ochako as a teacher and i wanted to spice it up a bit and so yeah i came up with that, she seems like such a sweet soul and ughhhh she seems tough enough to handle kids even tho she’s still in college

- momo is also a nepo baby lmfao but she’s being smert abt it and investing that shit into like small businesses and helping run that shit and she’s just so girlboss and i love her

- her gf jiro loves her more tho, who’s in a chill band and she writes songs abt momo a lot :((( they’re so cute i love gay ppl i wish they were real

- hitoshi is so funny i love him and i honestly hve the same eyebags as him but anyways i so see him and yn being the closest they just have the same vibe but not??? idk how to explain you’ll see later but yeah they work together yk they’re like a package deal and i love their friendship so much they are literal platonic soulmates

- last but certainly not least yn!!! i love her so much arg arg arg she’s so silly and so me (lol) and she’s like THE gen z kid, she’s both the child and the mom friend and she has a lot of hopes and dreams and she’s getting at it!! she’s genuinely had such a good start to her career and legitimately making bank and gaining a LOT of popularity as a photographer,,,my baby :,,,,)

[markalberding]

Taro Okamoto

Exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

Taro Okamoto was a prolific avant-garde artist, a trickster who forged his own path and encouraged others to do the same with his famous exclamation-cum-exhortation "art is an explosion". Completely modern in his output, he nonetheless had a deep respect for elements of traditional Japanese culture (Okinawan) and pre-historic art (Japanese Jōmon, Pre-Columbian in Mexico),which formed a basis for his practice and theorizing, for he also wrote on art a great deal, particularly focused on promoting a modern Japanese aesthetic unshackled from the wabi-sabi conventions he felt had dominated Japanese artistic creation for too long. He produced a wide variety of work in different media and placed a great deal of importance on public art.

This exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum in Ueno was well mounted, the works appearing on the first of three floors in particular being very effectively presented brightly spot lit against black walls and dark carpet, which made his bold, colorful canvases really burst forth. The second and third floors took a more historical and chronological approach, ending with his last canvases in the early 1990's, including one unfinished work. The famous gigantic Myth of Tomorrow mural, painted then somehow "lost" in Mexico City in 1967, then rediscovered in Mexico 30 years later, then restored and mounted in Shibuya station in Tokyo in 2008, is represented by a large scale painted sketch. There are also a few films, one on the making of the famous Tower of the Sun for the 1970 World Expo in Osaka (and there are a couple of models of it as well), and extensive slide shows of photographs he took while researching Okinawan and pre-Columbian arts and culture.

As is often the case, while the sections had good English introductions along with the Japanese, the exhibition texts on the placards accompanying most works were exclusively in Japanese. Yes, this is Japan, and yes, if you attend a comparable exhibition in the United States or the UK, for example, there will not be Japanese explanation anywhere, but English is an international language and particularly for an artist with a global outlook like Okamoto's, one might hope for more English for the exhibition texts. Given that the museum is pretty undeniably overstaffed, with dark-suited individuals standing around doing nothing more than holding a sign or making an unnecessary announcement that someone else is also making 10 yards away (a very common sight here), some of the money used for excess staff could be used to pay a proper translator to do all of the explanatory texts (I don't want to take anyone's [part-time, contract work] job away, but the number of people is pretty ridiculous at some of these institutions). To their credit, they allowed photography, which is very often not the case at large Japanese museums.

Okamoto sold little work during his career, partly because he was in a position which made sales unnecessary, but also because he wanted to have available for display as much of his work as possible, rather than having it secreted away in the homes of collectors. Somewhat ironically for a resolutely non-commercial artist, the gift shop was larger and had a wider range of goods than I think I have ever seen at an exhibition of similar size. I assume the proceeds at least in part go the foundations running the two permanent museums housing his work in the area.

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[bubblegum-glitch]

I suppose the best place to begin an introduction is at the very beginning. But let's be real, that's 35 years of filler that I'm sure most of you don't have the time to read through. Life is short, and life is busy, so how about we bullet point the highlights and "need to knows" leading up to the journey that you're all here for!

Hang on to your butts, I'm about to throw a lot of information at you in rapid fire succession.

I was born in April of '89 and was raised on the East Coast of Canada.

I have 4 older brothers, my parents are still together, and aside from a few hiccups I had a pretty good home life.

I have some alcohol related trauma due to my dad's addiction. He was never violent or abusive, but there are some mental scars that never fully healed. (Note he is now sober and our relationship is much better these days.)

I have a very close relationship with my mom.

My mom babysat so I was raised with 3 girls my age who are my sisters from other misters. We may not be related by blood, but we have that same bond that sisters have.

My family would have been considered lower middle class.

I was a tom boy growing up. I was more interested in video games and beast wars than barbies and baby dolls.

I started showing signs of mental health issues (anxiety, depression & panic attacks) around 10 years old (the same time my period started) but they were not addressed until my late 20s.

I had severe acne in my teens and have bad permanent scaring on my cheeks as a result. This led to an ongoing struggle with Body Dysmorphia and a lot of money spent on skin resurfacing that never worked.

High School was horseshit but I never dealt with any severe bullying. These were the years, however, that I began self-harming.

I wasn't "popular" per say, but I had lots of friends growing up.

I started working with a paper route at 10, then at 16 got my first job in retail at a Dollar store that was located next to a strip club. I will regale you with those stories in a future post.

I would be employed in the customer service industry without a break for the next 8 years.

I got my BA in English straight out of High School and put myself in crippling debt for a useless piece of paper.

During a night of D&D spent over at one of my friends' exes apartments, at 19 years old, I had my first kiss, got drunk for the first time, and lost my virginity all in one shot.

I did not drink or do drugs as a teen.

I have never done hard drugs or smoked cigarettes.

I have only been drunk about 5 times in my life, only once bad enough for a hang over, and rarely ever have a drink even to this day.

I didn't start smoking weed until my mid 20s.

I went full emo (aesthetic, music, and personality) in University.

My dream job is to be a novelist.

I have a certificate in Photography and shoot nature as a hobby, and pets as a paid gig from time to time.

I had a popular YouTube channel for like 5 minutes in 2009 but then I panicked and deleted it.

I have never had a career outside of customer service.

I have only had five sexual partners in my life.

I have only ever had two relationships last more than 2 months.

I identified as aromantic asexual for a very long time.

I do not currently know what I identify as sexually. Most likely aromantic bisexual, but it's very fluid.

I have been with my Husband for approximately 10 years.

I have attempted suicide twice.

I was diagnosed with PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) around the time I was 30 and began LIFE CHANGING prescription medication (sertraline).

I do not like nor do I ever want children so I got my tubes tied at 32.

I'm a huge animal lover and as of this time have owned 2 cats, 4 dogs, 3 budgies, 2 hamsters, 1 rabbit, and 7 rats over the course of my lifetime.

I have an incomplete education in IT Web Design and Audio Engineering.

I have vocal training but hate the sound of my voice.

I made money streaming video games on twitch with some friends for a bit in 2016 - 2017.

I started working in the donation rooms of thrift stores in 2016 and honestly if it wasn't for the bullshit politics of the companies I've worked for I could totally see myself staying in that industry. I wouldn't be against opening my own thrift shop one day.

I have been an introvert since Junior High.

I am agnostic.

Okay... Alright, okay, alright.

I think that covers all the need-to-knows of my life before I said "Fuck it" and started taking off my clothes in front of the camera. Thanks for sticking with me through that whole information dump. Hopefully that's enough to give you a bit of an idea of who I am, and can maybe help break that idea that all sex workers have tragic pasts and severe trauma.

My life has never been tragic. Yes, there have been hurdles I've had to overcome, an alcoholic parent, navigating life with severe anxiety and depression, and the adolescent struggles any teenager and young adult may face. But really, my life has honestly been kind of uneventful, and I don't mean that as a bad thing!

This is my foundation, the building blocks that made me who I am today. And who is that?

Well, stick around and I'll tell you!

[cosmical-flowers]

SELF INSERT TIME 🗣️‼️ (part 1 of many)

Little notes: They were made using Gacha Life 2 since im lazy / I didn’t have a chance to draw them yet. Also @transgender-eichi @maoisarap because y’all wanted to be tagged :D

OKAY BESIDES THAT LETS GOOO

1: Introduction to the unit

Sakura Nakamura, Ayaka Mochizuki and Kokoro Hiramatsu work together in harmony to make the girl unit, BOOKSTORE. An scholarly yet childish unit, based on school subjects. The unit is tightly knit with their fans, giving off colorful and simple fanservice. They participate in talk shows, ad campaigns, modeling and many more things. They each have their own perspective color, but overall the theme color can be shown to be a cream color, like their jackets. It has a school theme and most songs take place at a school or very social themes.

2. Basic! Era Profile (Sakura Nakamura)

(I plan on just having these ocs since the basic! Era because I read a ton of stories from then and I like them a bit too much. For just this update im doing my main self insert)

~

Name: 咲愛 中村 / Sakura Nakamura

Age: 15

Birthday: September 8th

Height: 5’4 ft / 160cm

Class: 1-B

Group: BOOKSTORE

School: Yumenosaki Academy

Circles: Manga, Sweets Fan Club

Committee: Broadcasting Committee

Club: Theatre

Roommates: Kokoro Hiramatsu, Ayaka Mochizuki

Handedness: Right handed

Blood Type: O

Likes: High grades

Dislikes: Tight Spaces

Favorite Food: Instant Ramen

Hobby: Making Origami, Drawing

Specialty: Identifying Songs

Introduction:

“Is … Is it alright? Oh, okay. Hello! I'm Sakura Nakamura. I'm a 1st year at Yumenosaki Academy and I'm part of the Idol Course. My class is 1-B, My blood type is O and … I think that's it. I hope to meet many more of my fans soon! Bye bye!”

Fun facts / bits of lore:

- She is a strict person, making sure that her friend’s grades are up and that they both study. (She is also much more lenient towards her best friends because she cares for them too much)

- She is also clumsy, often hitting her head on walls and injuring her knees. She has a scar nearby her knee from when she was younger.

- She used to be a child actor growing up. She keeps some “lost media” of some shows she’s acted in and is generally popular for it

- She speaks both English and Japanese, with the first language she learned being english.

- She loves baking sweets for her unit mates

- Sakura also loves nature photography and likes taking pictures of pretty flowers and trees.

- She lived in the U.S (Specifically NYC) when she was younger because it was best for her acting career. She didn’t want to work as an actor anymore in middle school and went to live in Japan. She currently lives with her unit members.

- She is usually embarrassed about sharing the things she likes because when she was younger she was shamed for it. She keeps it hidden until she can trust the person.

[bikinikillhanna]

Kathleen Hanna Roleplay Account Introduction

Scenario: Kathleen heard all her other music friends talk about blogging on Tumblr and she wanted to try it out for herself💕

Please be 15 or Older to Look at this account, Riot GRRL is a very Mature and adult movement but for the kiddy winks who are interested go watch Moxie on Netflix.

If you don't like the account then block it, simple as that but don't go harassing me or any other rock roleplay accounts because of your hatred.

This Account is all Parody, I do not know Kathleen Hanna own the rights to any bikini kill/Le Tigre/Julie Ruin songs and am only a harmless fan.

Bands

BIKINI KILL

LE TIGRE

Bikini Kill is an American punk rock band formed in Olympia, Washington, in October 1990. The group originally consisted of singer and songwriter Kathleen Hanna, guitarist Billy Karren, bassist Kathi Wilcox, and drummer Tobi Vail. The band pioneered the riot grrrl movement, with feminist lyrics and fiery performances. Their music is characteristically abrasive and hardcore-influenced. After two full-length albums, several EPs and two compilations, they disbanded in 1997. The band reunited for tours in 2019 and 2022, with Erica Dawn Lyle on guitar in place of Karren.

Le Tigre (/lə ˈtiːɡrə/, French pronunciation: [lə tiɡʁ]; French for "The Tiger") is an American electronic rock and riot grrrl band formed by Kathleen Hanna (of Bikini Kill), Johanna Fateman and Sadie Benning in 1998 in New York City. Benning left in 2000 and was replaced by JD Samson. They mixed punk's directness and politics with playful samples, eclectic pop, and lo-fi electronics. Like with many bands in and from the riot grrrl movement, many of the lyrics addressed feminist themes and ideas. The group also added multimedia and performance art elements to their live shows, which often featured support from like-minded acts such as the Need.

Bio on Kathleen

Kathleen Hanna (born November 12, 1968) is an American singer, musician and pioneer of the feminist punk riot grrrl movement, and punk zine writer. In the early-to-mid-1990s, she was the lead singer of feminist punk band Bikini Kill,and then fronted the electronic rock band Le Tigre in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Since 2010, she has recorded as The Julie Ruin.

In 2009, Hanna made her zines, art pieces, photography, video, music, journals, and other material which focus on the early formation of the Riot Grrrl movement available at the Fales Library at New York University. A documentary film about Hanna was released in 2013 by director Sini Anderson, titled The Punk Singer, detailing Hanna's life and career, as well as revealing her years-long battle with Lyme disease. Hanna is married to Adam Horovitz of the Beastie Boys.

1968–1988: Early life and feminism

Hanna was born November 12, 1968, in Portland, Oregon.

At age three, her family moved to Calverton, Maryland; as Hanna's father changed occupations, the family moved several more times.Hanna first became interested in feminism around the age of nine, after her mother took her to a rally in Washington, D.C. where feminist icon Gloria Steinem spoke.

In a 2000 interview with BUST magazine, Hanna recalled: "My mom was a housewife and wasn't somebody that people would think of as a feminist, and when Ms. magazine came out we were incredibly inspired by it.

I used to cut pictures out of it and make posters that said 'Girls can do anything', and stuff like that, and my mom was inspired to work at a basement of a church doing anti-domestic violence work. Then she took me to the Solidarity Day thing, and it was the first time I had ever been in a big crowd of women yelling, and it really made me want to do it forever."

Hanna's interest grew when her mother checked out a copy of Betty Friedan's The Feminine Mystique from the library.

Their involvement in the women's rights movement was done quietly during Hanna's childhood, due to her father's disapproval.

Upon her parents' divorce, Hanna returned to Portland and attended Lincoln High School and Grant High School.

After high school, she relocated from Portland to Olympia, Washington, to attend The Evergreen State College in the late 1980s.

During this time she worked as a stripper to pay her tuition.

"My parents didn't go to college. I felt lucky [to attend]." While at Evergreen, with fellow student and photographer Aaron Baush-Greene, she set up a photo exhibit featuring the pair's photography, which dealt with sexism, violence against women, and AIDS – issues that were heightened for Hanna when she volunteered for SafePlace, a domestic violence organization.

However, the school administrators took the photos down before they had the chance to be viewed, an act of censorship that prompted what Hanna refers to as her "first foray into activism": the creation of Reko Muse, an independent feminist art gallery, with friends Heidi Arbogast and Tammy Rae Carland.

Hanna began doing spoken word performances that addressed sexism and violence against women. Eventually, she abandoned spoken word in favor of music after a conversation with one of her favorite writers, countercultural icon Kathy Acker. Hanna recalled,

Acker asked me why writing was important to me, and I said, 'Because I felt like I'd never been listened to and I had a lot to say,' and she said, 'Then why are you doing spoken word—no one goes to spoken word shows! You should get in a band.'

Hanna then formed a band with Arbogast and Carland, called Amy Carter, which put on shows before the art exhibitions.

1989–1999: Bikini Kill

Later, Hanna started another band called Viva Knievel that toured the United States for two months before disbanding.

Upon returning to Olympia in 1990, Hanna began collaborating with Evergreen student, drummer and punk zinester Tobi Vail after seeing a performance of the Go Team (a band made up of Vail, Billy Karren, and Calvin Johnson) and recognizing Vail as the mastermind behind the fanzine Jigsaw that Hanna greatly admired and loved.

In October 1990, Hanna and Vail joined with Karren and bassist Kathi Wilcox to form Bikini Kill, which soon became part of the seminal early-1990s Olympia, Washington music scene. One goal of the band was to inspire more women to join the male-dominated punk scene.

While Bikini Kill were in Washington, D.C. during summer 1991, Kathleen recorded with two side projects, featured on the compilation cassette A Wonderful Treat: Suture (with Sharon Cheslow and Dug E. Bird), and Wondertwins (with Tim Green of Nation of Ulysses). Bikini Kill, Suture, and Wondertwins all performed at the International Pop Underground Convention in August 1991.

Bikini Kill's first release for the Kill Rock Stars label was a self-titled EP produced by Ian MacKaye of Fugazi.

Bikini Kill then toured the UK, recording a split LP with UK band Huggy Bear. This tour was filmed and the band was interviewed by Lucy Thane for her documentary, It Changed My Life: Bikini Kill in the UK. Upon returning to the U.S.

the band began working with Joan Jett, who produced their single "New Radio/Rebel Girl". After the single's release, Hanna began co-writing songs with Jett for her new album.

At the same time, Hanna recorded her spoken-word "Rockstar", released on a 7-inch single in the Kill Rock Stars "Wordcore" series; and "I Wish I Was Him", which appears on the KRS compilation Rock Stars Kill. The song, written by Ben Lee about alternative rock heartthrob Evan Dando,was originally recorded by Lee's band Noise Addict.

The first two Bikini Kill EPs were released on CD as The C.D. Version of the First Two Records in 1993.

The band released two more full-length albums, Pussy Whipped in 1994 and Reject All American in 1996, and in 1998, Kill Rock Stars released Bikini Kill: The Singles, a collection of the group's seven-inch and compilation tracks. Bikini Kill amicably disbanded in mid-1998.

2000–present: Le Tigre and the Julie Ruin

After Bikini Kill's breakup, Hanna began working on a solo project called Julie Ruin. The project was created entirely in Hanna's bedroom using a $40 drum machine. One self-titled album was released under the Julie Ruin pseudonym, and was partially inspired by the work of feminist theorist Julia Kristeva.

Hanna said of the project:

Girls' bedrooms sometimes can be this space of real creativity. The problem is that these bedrooms are all cut off from each other. I wanted the Julie Ruin record to sound like a girl from her bedroom made this record but then didn't just throw it away or it wasn't just in her diary but she took it out and shared it with people.

While in Portland, Oregon, Hanna began working with friend and then-zine editor Johanna Fateman on a live show for Julie Ruin. The collaboration resulted in the two briefly forming a band called the Troublemakers, named after a G. B. Jones film, which ended when Fateman relocated to New York City to attend art school.

Hanna soon moved to New York City, and with the addition of filmmaker Sadie Benning, they started another band called Le Tigre based upon a more electronic style of music, similar to the sampler-driven sound Hanna had begun to explore with Julie Ruin. (She later revealed to Bust magazine that she was "totally broke" at this time and ate oatmeal daily.)

Hanna refers to it as part of a "Punk Feminist Electronic genre".

The band recorded for the Mr. Lady Records label, its first recording being an eponymous album which included the singles "Hot Topic" and "Deceptacon." Benning then left the band and was replaced by JD Samson for their second album, Feminist Sweepstakes.

Mr. Lady Records folded, and the group switched to Universal Records for the 2004 release of This Island. Hanna left the band in 2005 due to illness; she was later diagnosed with late-stage Lyme disease.

According to the Le Tigre website, during her time off from the band, Hanna volunteered as a band coach for the Willie Mae Rock and Roll Camp for Girls. She also taught an art class at NYU's grad school in the Fall 2007 semester and attended interior design classes.

In 2010, Hanna DJed at the Museum of Modern Art, later joining the Raincoats on stage to cover the Slits' Vindictive.

Also in 2010, Hanna announced she was rebuilding her 1997 act Julie Ruin, turning it into a full band called the Julie Ruin with Kenny Mellman and Kathi Wilcox, and that they would be creating a new record.

The band played their first show at Knitting Factory in New York City which included songs from Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, and one new composition.

 From 2010 to 2013, director Sini Anderson worked on a documentary on Kathleen Hanna titled The Punk Singer, documenting her works from Bikini Kill to the Julie Ruin.

It premiered at SXSW in 2013.

 In June 2013, Julie Ruin released its first single, "Oh Come On". An album, Run Fast was released in September 2013 with the band going on tour.

The band cancelled the tour planned for May to September 2014 due to Hanna's Lyme disease condition deteriorating.

DISCOGRAPHY

 She has since recovered and begun performing again. The Julie Ruin's second album, Hit Reset, was published in July 2016 by Hardly Art.

Bikini Kill

Revolution Girl Style Now! self-released cassette (1991)

Bikini Kill  EP, Kill Rock Stars (1991)

Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah split LP with Huggy Bear, Catcall Records (UK), Kill Rock Stars (US) (1993)

Pussy Whipped, Kill Rock Stars (1993)

The C.D. Version of the First Two Records (compilation of the Bikini Kill EP and their half of the Yeah Yeah Yeah Yeah split LP), Kill Rock Stars (1994)

Reject All American, Kill Rock Stars (1996)

The Singles, Kill Rock Stars (1998)

Julie Ruin/The Julie Ruin

Julie Ruin, Kill Rock Stars (1998)

Run Fast, TJR Records (2013)

Hit Reset, Hardly Art (2016)

Le Tigre

Le Tigre, Mr. Lady (1999)

Feminist Sweepstakes, Mr. Lady (2001)

This Island, Universal (2004)

(Other RP Accounts)

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[zorya-km]

If you stand for nothing...

Sunset Blood — A side WIP introduction by @zorya-km

Genre: Contemporary social drama

Status: First Draft

POV: First Person

Theme/Topes: Social Advocacy, Queer Community, Political Intrigue, Coming of Age, First Love, Diplomacy, Immigration, Family, Art & Culture, Photography & New Medias

Warnings: Homophobia, Racism, Bullying, Systemic Discrimination

"Through my lens, a smile, a singing light across the room. It's a warm embrace, a bead of dew on a blade of grass, the scratching of a bow on a cello."

Blurb:

Livia has always been a social butterfly, making friends wherever her diplomat parents took her. But when her family moves to Jordan, everything changes. She feels isolated and disconnected from her heritage, struggling to adjust to her new life in a (not-so) foreign land. At school, Livia meets a magnetic girl and finds herself falling head over heels in love for the first time. But their blossoming relationship is met with opposition from some members of their host country community, putting her newfound happiness at risk. As she navigates her complicated love life, Livia becomes increasingly involved in local activism and social justice causes. When she learns of new laws that would restrict access to education for girls and women and limit the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, Livia becomes a leader in the fight against discrimination. Despite her struggles with anxiety and the risks involved, Livia is determined to make a difference. Her activism gains national attention and support from allies around the world. But as the stakes get higher, Livia must navigate the complexities of family, diplomacy and school life to achieve her goals.

Characters: Livia: The protagonist. A 17 years old bisexual canado-albanese third culture kid. She's grown up all over the world and struggles to find her home. Intense in all she does, she's very creative and loyal to her friends Amina: A 17 years old undocumented refugee and Zaid's twin. She's an amazing artist, and wants to pursue a career in graphic design. She's a real fashionista. Alhem: A 18 years old lesbian girl and Livia's love interest. She's a force to be reckoned with, her infectious energy and love of life draw people to her like a magnet.

Zaid: A 17 years old asexual boy with a passion for astrology and climate change. He's Amina's twin. He wants to be a refugee lawyer and is an aspiring social media influencer.

Jumaan: A 19 yers old pansexual boy. He is passionate about LGBTQ rights and wants to be a journalist. From a wealthy family, he sometimes struggle to relate to his friends, but diffuses any tension with humour.

Alexander: A 40-something photography teacher. He's a britannic who grew up in Damascus and then worked as a photojournalist in some of the world's most dangerous conflict zones.

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