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Set fire to the rain

The Arts & The Craft | May 11, 2018 | Karen Chung • HYRE • Bea Di Vinci • Har Leen

It’s Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! At least it is in the US… BECAUSE THAT’S WHERE I AM BUT LET’S NOT TALK ABOUT IT.

You can take the girl out of MTL but you can’t take the MTL out of the girl. As some of you might know, I am a co-founder and co-curator of the new Lux Magna festival, which had its inaugural edition this past January (and we’re already excited for the next one!). As an artist, curating was a dream, because not only do I have the quantity of artist friends to choose from, but I had the quality and diversity to match. Here are some of the standout performances you missed at Lux Magna:

Karen Chung, a shy book lover with a soulful voice and her sweet ukulele (she can sing in 2 languages, and her songs vary from heartbreak to dairy products. Also her songs are certified BOPS and I need an album now!

HYRE, a friend-shaped rock-ballad bean who also works for Rock Camp for Girls and Gender Non-Conforming Youth. (They premiered an unnamed song on live radio and I was the one to baptize it, huehuehue)

Bea di Vinci, a.k.a. Renaissance Bae, a multimedia artist, poet, as well as activist, who has risen in the ranks in hip-hop battles, as well as the organized Rap Battles for Social Justice (recently having been honorably mentioned in Cult MTL’s Best of 2018 reader’s poll.)

Har Leen, a spoken word artist who actually made her festival debut at Lux Magna, but is always up to something in the community as an educator as well as contributor to the South Asian Women’s Community Centre. (She’s fun at parties. I’m not being quippy, I literally met her at my good friend’s wholesome birthday party.)

This month, do yourself a favor and honor the Asian women and queer folk in your life, especially the artists. As demonstrated by Hua Li climbing the ranks in the MTL hip-hop scene, they’ve got the fire to warm– and to burn. Careful which side you end up on 😉

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[artfulfashion]

Karen Gillan for Architectural Digest Magazine May 2023 photographed by Justin Chung

[usaigi]

Danny: Why do people keep confusing Sam [Chung] and I? His suit is black, mine's green, he has black hair, mine's yellow and we look nothing alike!

Colleen, once again needing to explain racism: Oh honey.

[rabbitcruiser]

World Art Day

World Art Day is celebrated every year on April 15. All around the world, people have their definitions for what they consider to be art. Different cultures have different tastes and styles. This holiday is used as an opportunity to promote the development of art. It encourages people to take the time to notice the beautiful things around them. With our busy schedules, people don’t always have the time to go to art galleries. A yearly reminder about beauty helps people relax and just enjoy experiencing the world. It shares knowledge, sparks curiosity, and leads to very interesting conversations.

History of World Art Day

World Art Day was declared on April 15 at the General Assembly of the International Association of Art. The first celebration was in 2012. The date was chosen to honor the birthday of the famous Leonardo da Vinci. Da Vinci represents tolerance, world peace, freedom of expression, and multiculturalism. The first world art day was supported by all the International Association of Art (I.A.A.) national committees. There were 150 artists from countries all over the world to ensure inclusion. There were conferences and special museum hours. Outdoor art exhibitions were held to display paintings, prints, sculptures, videos, and more.

Art comes in different forms and categories. Art can be architecture, music, painting, sculpting, dance, or literature. Cinema is also considered art. It is a way for people to express themselves through creativity. True art is simply an expression of emotion. It represents the artist’s view of the world and how they feel about it. Art communicates how similar we can be and also how different. People get their meanings of art when they experience it. Their perceptions are usually based on their personal experiences in life.

World Art Day is a great reminder to help people notice the beauty around them. It reminds people to express themselves fully. We are all full of emotions and should be allowed to show them without fear. The goal is to facilitate the sustainable development of art. With enough support, artists can continue to portray beauty.

World Art Day timeline

1948 The I.A.A. is Born

The International Association of Art is founded in Beirut.

1954 The I.A.A. Becomes Independent

The International Association of Art becomes an independent organization and a UNESCO partner.

2012 World Art Day is Founded

The first World Art Day takes place in Guadalajara on April 15.

2013 World Art Day is Held in South Africa

World Art Day is celebrated by Mbombela municipal art museum in South Africa

World Art Day FAQs

Can anyone create art?

Anything that was created from the imagination as an expression of emotion is considered art. Art can be made by anyone.

Is cooking an art?

Cooking can be considered an art form. A cake, for example, can be considered a beautiful work of art.

Which cities are known for art?

Cities like Rome, Paris, Vienna, and Jerusalem are well-known for their arts and culture. Florence, Mexico City, Venice, London, Barcelona, and Lagos are also known for art.

World Art Day Activities

Create some art

Visit an art museum

Watch a great movie

You can get in touch with your creative side. You can write, draw, paint or take photographs.

There are many art museums and galleries that you can visit. They carry many beautiful art pieces that you can buy or just enjoy looking at.

Movies are considered to be a form of art. Enjoy a classic movie that tells a great story.

5 Fascinating Facts About Art

Art comes from the imagination

Art is a career field

Art can be a performance

Art helps the mind

Art is emotional

Humans use their creative skills and imagination to create something that others can see

Art has professional applications like fashion design, jewelry design, architecture, and wood crafts.

Performance arts include music, dance, and theater.

Art improves hand-eye coordination, strengthens focus, and teaches problem-solving.

Art can help people express complex feelings and emotions.

Why We Love World Art Day

Art is universal

Art is good for the health

Art opens the mind

Art can be understood by people all over the world. It has no language or border barriers.

Art is known to help increase motivation, build self-esteem, and improve holistic health.

Art helps people to see the world from a different point of view. It helps them get a new perspective.

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Karen Gillan, Sabrina, Jamie Chung, Cara Santana, and Danielle Bernstein at Jonathan Simkhai NYFW 2017 🖤

[badmovieihave]

Bad movie I have Black Mask 1996

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DISNEY PRINCESSES & ONCE UPON A TIME LIVE ACTION

Ginnifer Goodwin as Snow White Jessy Schram & Dania Ramirez as Ella (Cinderalla) Sarah Bolger as Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) JoAnna Garcia Swisher as Ariel Emilie de Ravin as Belle Karen David as Jasmine Jamie Chung as Mulan Mekia Cox as Tiana Alexandra Metz & Meegan Warner as Rapunzel Amy Manson as Merida Georgina Haig as Elsa Elizabeth Lail as Anna

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[obsessioncollector]

Hi friends! Inspired by @librarycards I wanted to make a post celebrating Women in Translation Month! Anglophone readers generally pay embarrassingly little attention to works in other languages, and that's even more true when it comes to literature by women, so I will jump at any chance to promote my faves 🥰 Here are some recs from 9 different languages! Also, I wrote this on my phone, so apologies for any typos or errors!

1. Trieste by Daša Drndić, trans. Ellen Elias-Bursać (Croatian): An all-time favorite. Much of Drndić's work interrogates the legacy of atrocities in Europe, particularly eastern Europe. Trieste is a haunting contemplative novel centered on an elderly Italian Jewish woman whose family converted to Catholicism during the Mussolini era and were complicit in the fascist violence surrounding them in order to protect themselves.

2. Cursed Bunny by Bora Chung, trans. Anton Hur (Korean): A collection of short stories that are difficult to classify by genre–speculative fiction in the broadest sense. The first story is about a monster in a woman's toilet, which sounds impossible to pull off in a serious, thought-provoking manner, but Chung does so easily—these are the kind of stories that are hard to explain the brilliance of secondhand.

3. Sweet Days of Discipline by Fleur Jaeggy, trans. Tim Parks (Italian; Jaeggy is Swiss): Another all time favorite! The cold, sterile homoerotic girls' boarding school novella of your dreams.

4. Toddler-Hunting and Other Stories by Taeko Kono, trans. Lucy North (Japanese): I think I read this in one sitting. Incredibly unsettling—these stories will stay with you. They often focus on the unspoken psychosexual fantasies underscoring mundane daily life.

5. The Complete Stories by Clarice Lispector, trans. Katrina Dodson (Brazilian Portuguese): I think Lispector is the best known writer here, so she might not need much of an introduction. But what a legend! And this collection is so diverse—it's fascinating to see the evolution of Lispector's work.

6. Our Lady of the Nile by Scholastique Mukasonga, trans. Melanie L. Mauthner (French; Mukasonga is Rwandan): Give her the Nobel! Mukasonga's books, at least the ones available in English, are generally quite short but so impactful. Our Lady of the Nile is a collection of interrelated short stories set at a Catholic girls' boarding school in Rwanda in the years before the Rwandan genocide. These stories are fascinating on many levels, but perhaps the most haunting element is seeing how ethnic hatred intensifies over time���none of these girls would consider themselves particularly hateful or prejudiced, but they easily justify atrocities in the end.

7. Extracting the Stone of Madness: Poems 1962-1972 by Alejandra Pizarnik, trans. Yvette Siegert (Spanish; Pizarnik was Argentinian): Does anyone remember when my url was @/pizarnikpdf... probably not but worth mentioning to emphasize how much I love her <3 Reading Pizarnik is so revelatory for me; she articulates things I didn't even realize I felt until I read her words.

8. Flight and Metamorphosis: Poems by Nelly Sachs, trans. Joshua Weiner (German): Sachs actually won the Nobel in the 1960s, so it's surprising that she's not better known in the Anglosphere. Her poems are cryptic and surreal, yet deeply evocative. Worth mentioning that this volume is bilingual, so you can read the original German too if you're interested.

9. Frontier by Can Xue, trans. Karen Gernant and Chen Zeping (Chinese): Can Xue is another difficult-to-classify writer in terms of genre. Her short stories are often very abstract and can be puzzling at first. I think Frontier is a great place to start with her because these stories are interconnected, which makes them a bit more accessible.

[karengillandaily]

KAREN GILLAN photographed by Justin Chung for ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST // April 2023 

[lesbicosmos]

i made a list of all the people i could think of that had multiple roles in the whoniverse and damn this show rly likes reusing cast members

peter capaldi

12th doctor

caecilius (4x02: the fires of pompeii)

john frobisher (torchwood: children of earth)

karen gillan

amy pond

soothsayer (4x02: the fires of pompeii)

freema agyeman

martha jones

adeola oshodi (2x12: army of ghosts)

eve myles

gwen cooper

gwyneth (1x03: the unquiet dead)

anjli mohindra

rani chandra (sja)

queen of the skithra (12x04: nikola tesla's night of terror)

julian bleach

davros

the ghostmaker (torchwood 2x10: from out of the rain)

the nightmare man (sja 4x01/02: the nightmare man)

mark gatiss

richard lazarus (3x06: the lazarus experiment)

danny boy (5x03: victory of the daleks)

gantok (6x13: the wedding of river song)

captain lethbridge-stewart (2017 special: twice upon a time)

david bradley

solomon (7x02: dinosaurs on a spaceship)

first doctor (2017 special: twice upon a time)

bradley walsh

graham o'brien

elijah spellman (sja 2x03/04: the day of the clown)

dan starkey

strax

several other sontarans

ian the elf (2014 special: last christmas)

chipo chung

chantho (3x11: utopia)

fortune teller (4x11: turn left)

miriam margolyes

beep the meep (voice) (the star beast)

leef apple glyn slitheen-blathereen (voice) (sja 3x06: the gift)

adjoa andoh

sister jatt (2x01: new earth)

francine jones

vinette robinson

abi lerner (3x07: 42)

rosa parks (11x03: rosa)

alexander armstrong

reg arwell (2011 special: the doctor, the widow and the wardrobe)

mr smith (voice) (sja)

[formerheroeswhoquittoolate]

deep breath I've got thoughts about the daredevil show because I think they have the opportunity to do the most daredevil thing possible and I really really want them to do it. (edit: this post is about sam chung/blindspot by the way, sorry to anyone who reblogged it thinking it was about like. spiderman or whatever)

the thing about daredevil is that a lot of his really good stories (at least in my opinion) are tragedies. karen page's death. elektra's death. that whole thing where he has a great life being out as matt murdock And daredevil but it's actually shit and the purple children have to put the cat back in the bag. killing a guy and going to jail. becoming a catholic priest who runs a foster home and still never being free from daredevil. basically the entirety of charles soule's daredevil run. "unavoidably bad things happen to matt murdock/daredevil because he is matt murdock And because he is daredevil" is kind of the name of the game.

matt has depression. even when things are going well, there's a weight to daredevil stories. he -- and we -- are all just. waiting. for the other shoe to drop.

look at me. what if there was a young vigilante that daredevil was training. what if he was trying to help the kid become a hero, protect his neighborhood like daredevil protects hell's kitchen. what if matt grows to like the kid, starts looking after him, gets him a job when he gets injured. begins to trust him. the kid becomes a light in the dark story that daredevil always has. irreverent and determined and utterly brilliant.

but we know what's coming.

do you see what I'm saying? can you see the proverbial sword of damocles, hanging over the narrative? the unavoidable catastrophe that is just a few episodes away? the knowledge that we are going to watch this kid lose his eyes, lose his family, and get nothing in return for his intelligence and perseverance and loss.

the tragedy of daredevil is not in plot twists. it's in inevitability. the long fingers of grief, the anticipation of more trials to come. matt is job, ceaselessly tested to see if he is worthy of an imitation of what he once had. he is peter, drawing a sword to protect something he doesn't fully understand, something they will kill him for in the end. daredevil stories do not have happy endings, and the tragedy is contagious.

all this to say: I hope sam chung ends up in daredevil: born again, exactly as he is in soule's original run. I hope we get to see him fly as blindspot, and I hope the inevitable fall is foreshadowed. I hope the first time we see blindspot, he's saving three people. I hope he gets two black eyes in a fight. I hope there are tricks of the light that make his eyes glow blue or appear entirely gone. I hope he borrows matt's iconic glasses and makes a joke about going blind. I hope we are forced to remember his tragedy every time we see him.

put him in the show, cowards

[cherrygirlystuff]

Indie Sleaze Icons: Influential Figures Who Defined the 2010s Scene 🎸

Hey babe, let’s take a little trip back to the chaotic, glittery, and oh-so-cool world of the 2010s indie sleaze scene. 🌟 This era was all about raw energy, edgy fashion, and a carefree attitude that was perfectly captured by a few iconic figures who basically defined the movement. From musicians to fashion icons and cultural trailblazers, these are the people who made indie sleaze what it was—and why we’re still obsessed with them today. Ready to meet your indie sleaze icons? Let’s go!

1. Alexa Chung: The Ultimate Indie It-Girl

Let’s start with the queen herself, Alexa Chung. She was the epitome of indie sleaze style—always effortlessly cool, with that perfect mix of polished and grungy that we all tried to replicate. From her tomboyish charm to her signature messy hair, Alexa embodied the indie sleaze aesthetic in every way.

Fashion Influence: Alexa’s style was all about mixing vintage pieces with high fashion. Think oversized band tees paired with skinny jeans, Peter Pan collars with leather jackets, and of course, her signature Chelsea boots. She made it look like she just threw everything on in two minutes and walked out the door looking like a rock star.

Cultural Impact: Beyond her style, Alexa was everywhere during the indie sleaze heyday—front row at fashion shows, hosting TV shows, and just generally being the coolest girl in the room. Her influence on the era is undeniable, and she’s still an icon we look to for style inspo today.

2. The Strokes: The Soundtrack of a Generation

You can’t talk about indie sleaze without mentioning The Strokes. Their music was the soundtrack of the scene—gritty, raw, and full of that reckless energy that defined the era. Julian Casablancas and the rest of the band embodied everything that indie sleaze was about.

Musical Influence: With their debut album Is This It, The Strokes brought garage rock back into the mainstream, influencing countless other bands and setting the tone for the indie music scene of the 2000s and 2010s. Their sound was simple yet powerful, with catchy riffs and Julian’s signature drawl that made you want to grab a drink and dance all night.

Style Impact: The Strokes also set the style standard for indie sleaze. Their look was all about skinny jeans, leather jackets, and messy hair—basically the uniform of the era. They made dressing down look cool, and their influence can still be seen in fashion today.

3. Agyness Deyn: The Rebel Model

Next up is Agyness Deyn, the model who broke all the rules and became a fashion icon in the process. With her androgynous look, platinum blonde hair, and punk-rock attitude, Agyness was the face of indie sleaze fashion.

Fashion Influence: Agyness was all about mixing high fashion with street style. She’d pair a designer dress with Doc Martens, or rock a tailored suit with a band tee underneath. Her style was fearless and unpredictable, making her one of the most exciting figures of the indie sleaze era.

Cultural Impact: Beyond fashion, Agyness was a symbol of the indie sleaze spirit. She was bold, unapologetic, and always ahead of the curve. Her influence on the fashion world is still felt today, and she remains a symbol of the rebellious, carefree attitude that defined the era.

4. Karen O: The Indie Rock Goddess

Karen O, the lead singer of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, was another powerhouse of the indie sleaze scene. Her wild stage presence and eclectic style made her a standout figure in the world of indie music and fashion.

Musical Influence: Karen O’s voice and energy were electric. Tracks like “Heads Will Roll” and “Maps” became anthems of the indie sleaze movement, with their mix of punk rock edge and emotional depth. Her performances were legendary—full of raw emotion and untamed energy that captured the essence of the era.

Style Impact: On stage, Karen O was a fashion icon in her own right. She was known for her daring outfits—think neon bodysuits, metallic dresses, and crazy headpieces. She wasn’t afraid to push boundaries, and her style inspired a generation to embrace their wild side.

5. Sky Ferreira: The Pop Rebel

Sky Ferreira burst onto the scene with her edgy pop sound and grungy style, quickly becoming a darling of the indie sleaze crowd. She was the perfect mix of pop princess and rock rebel, with a look and sound that perfectly captured the contradictions of the era.

Musical Influence: Sky’s music was a blend of pop, rock, and electronic influences, with lyrics that were both vulnerable and defiant. Songs like “Everything Is Embarrassing” and “You’re Not the One” became indie anthems, with their catchy hooks and dark undertones.

Style Impact: Fashion-wise, Sky was all about messy hair, smudged eyeliner, and a wardrobe that mixed glam with grunge. She made dressing down look effortlessly cool, and her style continues to inspire today’s generation of indie kids.

6. Dev Hynes (Blood Orange): The Genre-Bending Innovator

Dev Hynes, also known as Blood Orange, was a key figure in the indie sleaze music scene, known for his genre-bending sound and eclectic style. His music pushed boundaries, blending elements of R&B, pop, and indie rock to create something entirely new and fresh.

Musical Influence: Dev Hynes was a prolific songwriter and producer, working with everyone from Solange to Florence Welch. His solo work as Blood Orange was equally influential, with albums like Cupid Deluxe and Freetown Sound becoming staples of the indie music scene.

Style Impact: Dev’s style was just as eclectic as his music. He was known for his mix of high fashion and streetwear, often seen in oversized blazers, vintage tees, and statement accessories. His look was as unique and boundary-pushing as his sound.

Final Thoughts, Babe: The Legacy Lives On

The indie sleaze scene of the 2010s was a magical time—full of raw energy, fearless fashion, and unforgettable music. These icons weren’t just influencers; they were the heart and soul of a movement that defined a generation. And while the indie sleaze era may have officially ended, its influence lives on in today’s fashion, music, and culture.

So next time you throw on a vintage band tee, smudge on some eyeliner, and blast The Strokes, know that you’re channeling the spirit of these indie sleaze legends. Keep the vibe alive, babe, and let’s celebrate the icons who made it all happen! 🎉

[rabbitcruiser]

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day is celebrated annually on January 31. Art can touch our souls and make a lasting impact. Whether it’s a piece of music or a painting, it can broaden our horizons and inspire us in many ways.

History of Inspire Your Heart with Art Day

It was undoubtedly a creative and artistic person who created this day that shines a spotlight on the importance and power of art. We often don’t realize the impact art can have on our hearts. It can inspire, motivate, guide, and touch us in more ways than we can imagine.

Art has been around for a very long time. Several archaeologists found the first artifacts of human art, which date back to the Stone Age. Since then, art has developed over the years and is appreciated for a variety of reasons. Inspire Your Heart with Art Day is celebrated by various art organizations and strives towards appreciating all forms of art.

Many associate art with paintings only but it comes in many forms and it almost always inspires or touches your heart. Inspire Your Heart with Art Day is the perfect day to take a closer look at a piece of art to understand what the artist is trying to communicate. With an open mind, you can allow it to inspire you and change your perspective on many things. Art satisfies our basic need for harmony and balance, and it brings people together. Art also acts as an important form of communication that bridges the language barrier. Art can really go a long way in making a social impact on our lives.

On this day, it is a nudge to let your heart be inspired by paintings, books, music, movies, drama, e.t.c., whichever form of art draws your interest.

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day  timeline

1504 Statue of David

Michelangelo completes the sculpture of David.

17th Century Sir Isaac Newton’s Color Wheel

Newton invents the color wheel, which allows artists to observe the most effective color complementation.

1889 Vincent van Gogh’s “Starry Night”

Van Gogh paints his famous Starry Night while at the asylum of Saint-Paul-de-Mausole.

1912-1948 Art in Olympics

Art is part of the Olympics and medals are awarded for painting, sculpting, music, architecture, and literature.

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day FAQs

What are the genres of art?

The genres of art keep evolving. Some of the traditional categories of art include literature, visual art, graphic art, plastic arts, and the decorative arts.

What can be called art?

Art is an object or experience created through an expression of skill or imagination. Over the years, there have been many different things that have been encompassed under the umbrella of art.

What is the highest form of art?

While art comprises many genres, literature is often regarded as the highest form of art.

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day  Activities

Attend a live theatre performance

Share your art with others

Read a book

Theatre actors put in a lot of effort to perfect their acts. Everything from their voices, to acting, to building confidence. A live theatre performance has no retakes and actors have to get it right the first time around. Attend a live performance to appreciate the hard work and talent.

Have you been secretly painting, or writing a song, or even a short story? Well, it’s time to put it out there. Share your art with your family or friends. It may inspire others to dive into the world of art as well.

Books are a great way to expand your knowledge on varying subjects, even if it is fiction. A fictional novel set in a different country can open up your mind to new cultures. Let your imagination run free when you pick up a good book to read.

5 Fascinating Facts About Art

The Mona Lisa

A museum for spoons

Tallest statue

Oxford dictionary’s definitions

Leonardo Da Vinci was ambidextrous

The Mona Lisa painting became immensely popular only after it was stolen.

Lambert Castle in New Jersey is home to a massive collection of spoons.

The tallest statue in the world, the Statue of Unity in India, measures 597 feet in length.

The Oxford dictionary has 12 definitions of the word art.

Da Vinci could write with one hand and draw with the other.

Why We Love Inspire Your Heart with Art Day

It helps you to express yourself

Art offers different perspectives

Art encompasses many genres

Art is an excellent way to express oneself. Many times, we can’t express ourselves in our daily lives and tend to bottle up those feelings. Art can help you release pent-up emotions via paintings, books, music, e.t.c. It allows one to truly be themselves.

Through art and the perspective of the artist, we are exposed to many different viewpoints. Appreciating art encourages our brain to think differently, to understand why a piece of art was created, and to learn the story behind it. Art can help you put many things into perspective and help overcome unresolved issues.

Art is not just paintings, it goes well beyond that. Art encompasses a multitude of genres such as writing, singing, dancing, cooking, films, and more. With a plethora of options available, it’s easy to find inspiration.

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[archivedjuice]

Thanks for the rec list! If I have the brainspace while doing college work, I'll have a look :)

Unsure if you're interested in any sort of chatter about the show (critical perspetive obv) as I know it'd just be tiring to get bogged down in complaints? If that's so, instead of starting that conversation, is there anything about any of the comics you'd want to spotlight? I've seen a couple characters I'm unfamiliar with that I'm curious about.

i'm going to be so for real i do not remember much about the show anymore; i recently got into supernatural which has fifteen seasons, 20+ books, an anime, and a lot of behind the scenes and crew content so the show's been almost entirely pushed out of my head minus how it directly affects the comics, to make room for the new interest as well as what i'm still interested in re: comics. if i talk about daredevil it's entirely from the perspective of the comics, a limited perspective at that because ive been fixated on a character with like fifty issues for almost two years.

but YES okay. i'm mainly spotlighting characters here since i mentioned mike murdock in my last post, but i'm named after sam chung aka blindspot, who is soule's original character who first appeared in his v5 run (2017). my mutual @faacethefacts is quite literally sam chung central and my favourite interpretation of his character exists in their psyche.

jumping all the way back to v1, something i remember really enjoying were the reoccurring background characters in ann nocenti's run; @murdockmeta and i were talking about it the other day and he said, "nocenti's characterization feels so authentic [...] nocenti reminds the reader that karen and foggy and the people of hell's kitchen are just as important to matt as his internal struggles. it makes him feel much more human rather than just a dichotomy [relating to miller]."

all of david mack's runs changed my perspective of comics as an art form which was a pretty low bar to reach as a first-time comic reader (who had only read post-mcu stuff) but that made his stuff all the more important to me. his character maya lopez aka echo recently got a live action adaption and while i thought it was promising that disney finally reached their own lowest fucking bar and starred a deaf actress in a show about a deaf character, i've found that disney's interpretation of echo's abilities horribly and purposely misunderstands her character and her identity as keetoowah. they tied her abilities to her native american identity, which is something mack explicitly did not do when writing her character; her abilities are her aid as a deaf person !! they're part of her conflict as a weapon !! her cherokee identity should be a fact about her, explored but not tied to the mysticism of that fictional world !! either way, do not watch the show, read the comics <3

god okay. bendis introduces a lot of his own ocs because that's kind of his thing but my favourites were milla donovan and agent del toro. they fell into the wrong hands after he stopped writing for daredevil—milla was fridged (if you know how to look at it, it can be a really good tragedy) and they whitewashed del toro in their racist the hand plotline—but their existence was super important to me and i'm just terribly fond of them :') matt's relationship with ben urich throughout v2 is also something i hold close to my heart because 1) bendis specifically does really well with writing relationships and people, and the nuance of it intrigues me; i could write meta about it if i got back into writing comic meta again, and 2) that's the last we see of them until the most recent run (word-of-mouth, btw. i haven't read v8 yet).

KIRSTEN IS MY GIRL!! she's like so important to me. i'm imprinted on her. if i was on tumblr in 2012, and she as a character existed, i'd fight tooth and nail to have her on my kin list and make sure no one else did. she unfortunately succumbed to the whitewashing demon of daredevil past but that's okay because to me, she is living her best life after [v5 spoilers tbh].

my relationship with elektra can simply be described as that of something akin to a strike. i refuse to read anything of modern daredevil if she's in the title. she has her own fucking title !! we're regressing and it makes me feel a little bit more insane every time i remember that zdarsky stuffed her into the daredevil suit and gave her ableist and infantilising lines for matt. either way i implore you to read nothing about her in the daredevil title past 2018 and to make sure you check out her actual title. amen.

also, simply, matt and foggy's relationship. and not so simply, i miss you karen you deserved better.

[nwonitro]

HAPPY CANADA DAY!

21st Century Fox, Alicia Atout, Allie The Bunny, Angelina Love, Beth Phoenix, Cat Power, Chelsea Green, Delta Dawn, Gail Kim, Jade Chung, Jennifer Blake, Jewels Malone, Kacey Diamond, Lufisto, Luna Vachon, Maryse, Melissa Coates, Monster Ripper, Nattie Neidhart, Nicole Matthews & Portia Perez, Rosemary, Sarah Stock, She Nay Nay, Stefany Sinclair, Taya Valkyrie, Tiana Ringer, Traci Brooks, Trish Stratus, Velvet McIntyre & Desiree Peterson, Taylor Wilde.

Not in gallery: Candice LeRae, Sandy Parker, Vivian Vachon, Vanessa Kraven, Danyah, Rosa Mendes, Jamie D, Krysta Lynn Scott, Jody Threat, Precious, KC Spinelli, Belle Lovitz, Karmen Petrovic, Roni Jonah, Bambi Hall, Kelly Couture, Angela Fong, Kalamity, Arianna Grace, Addy Star, Allison Danger, Deanna Conda, KC Houston, Kaitlin Diemond, Karen Brooks, Josianne, Madison, La Parfaite Caroline, Misty Haven, Silvie Silver and others we've not mentioned.