#window film in Auckland

[filmscenenz]

Affordable Window Film and Tinting Services in Auckland and North Shore

You can enhance your windows using professional window tinting and film installation. This results in more than just the stylish look but also lots of benefits that lead to comfort, energy efficiency, and even safety. Residents and businesses in Auckland and North Shore can now easily search for window film in Auckland as well as affordable window tinting in North Shore since there are several top-quality yet budget-friendly services available. In view of this, window film in Auckland is an investment that pays off in a myriad of ways, with such benefits ranging from protection from UV rays to being discreet and stylish.

Window Tinting in Auckland: Benefits

There are wide varieties of window films available for residential as well as commercial purposes. In Auckland, it can become very hot inside homes from sun exposure that builds the heat so significantly that an increased amount of air-conditioning is used. Good quality window film in Auckland protects against 99% UV rays. It helps reduce glare and heat to keep interior spaces cooler naturally. All these add up to save energy over time and have a comfortable indoor environment when the sun is at its hottest.

The other significant benefit of the film is that it maintains privacy. If the correct film is applied, then from the outside, the windows may reflect the light and therefore do not enable intruders to look inside while not making you compromise on light exposure. This is helpful particularly in the urban Auckland areas as the properties are quite closely placed. Window film gives you a private area with your family, all the while letting in much light. There are also various other advantages of using windows tinted film. Firstly, safety is also incorporated, as there are some such films which hold the fractured glass together, providing better security.

Cheap Window Film Tinting North Shore

For instance, for North Shore window tinting at a very affordable price, there is an option that is not expensive yet still of good quality. The modern world has improved window tinting into a very durable product that can be priced at a reasonable price to fit your needs. Most North Shore providers also have budget-friendly packages according to the size of the property and according to individual preference.

Typically, North Shore window tinting services will include consultations to discuss your needs and then a professional installation to ensure a seamless finish. With UV-blocking technology and durable adhesive, these tinting solutions are made to last, keeping maintenance needs low and satisfaction high. Affordable window tinting options mean you can enjoy all the benefits of tinting—like enhanced privacy, reduced glare, and lower energy costs—without breaking the bank.

Why Professional Window Film and Tinting Services?

There are DIY tinting kits available, but the professional window film and tinting services offer benefits of quality and longevity that you cannot match. Professionals who are trained ensure the cutting of film into precise dimensions with no air bubbles or misalignment during application. Thus, this attention to detail ensures that you get a flawless and long-lasting finish that enhances your property to meet the needs of Auckland's climate.

This also means that you get into warranties and guarantees on products by choosing experts. Most of the window tinting and film providers in Auckland give warranties regarding potential issues, and hence your investment is secured. Professional installations ensure the tints last longer and function effectively to give optimal results.

Conclusion

Whether you are searching for affordable window tinting in North Shore or premium window film in Auckland, investing in window treatments is a very smart way to improve comfort, safety, and style. Window tinting offers various practical benefits, from saving energy to enhanced privacy. It is a valuable addition to any property in Auckland and North Shore. The assortment of products could be endless, specifically tailored for its use under any type of budget, and thus this provides various alternatives to fulfill any of these needs.

[seoservicesnz]

Transform Your Space with Premium Window Tinting & Window Film in Auckland.

Upgrade your space with premium window tinting and window film in Auckland. Enjoy enhanced privacy, reduced glare, and improved energy efficiency with our top-of-the-line products. Transform your windows today for a more comfortable and stylish environment. Contact us today.

[junow-honours]

Forgot to post this earlier, went to the ‘Gothic Returns’ exhibition at the Auckland Art Gallery, and the ‘Medieval Manuscripts’ exhibition at the Auckland Library! Thanks Phoebe for going with me, this was such an awesome experience and I plan to go again soon- specifically to the gothic exhibition, it has etchings from Goya, beautiful!

Gothic Returns: Fuseli to Fomison

“This exhibition explores the persistent appeal of ‘the gothic’, a broad term that embraces some of the most darkly charismatic imagery ever produced. Incorporating all things febrile, esoteric, sombre and downright scary, this nebulous genre has its origins in the late 18th century British Romantic movement. First defined by thee medievalising novels of Horace Walpole (1717-1797) and the disturbingly sensual paintings of Swiss artist Henry Fuseli (1741-1825), it has since proven almost virus-like in its capacity to adapt and thrive across centuries. Whatever outward form it assumes, the gothic has also shown itself remarkably true to its essential character: ominous moods, unsettling themes and a melancholy engagement with the past.”

(Above left) Barry Cleavin, NZ, Menage a trois, etching and photo-engraving

“Inspired by predecessors such as Francisco Goya, Barry Cleavin utilises historical imagery to expose society’s dark, seedy underbelly. Both the lean, muscular figure standing in contrapposto pose and the work’s scenic, Neoclassical background are drawn from an 18th-century anatomical manual. Superimposing onto those images a harpy and a group of drowning figures culled from a 19th-century Romanticist depiction of a passage from Dante’s Inferno (1314), Cleavin implies that the Enlightenment project to understand and visualise the interior of the human body is not a disinterested science but a sick and twisted fantasy.”

(Above right) Henry Fuseli, The Serpent Tempting Eve (Satan’s First Address to Eve), 1802, oil on panel

“With its themes of confused morality and seductive evil, Paradise Lost (1667) by the revolutionary poet John Milton (1608-1674) had a profound influence on gothic art and fiction. Henry Fuseli painted numerous subjects from Milton’s poem, including this scene, in which a handsome Satan with the body of a serpent beguiles Eve into eating the forbidden fruit from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. Eve then persuades Adam to do the same, leading to their expulsion from Paradise. The biblical story of Eve’s gullibility was often used as proof of women’s weaker minds and moral character and to explain their susceptibility to the dark arts of witchcraft.”

(Above) Ronnie van Hout, Psycho, 1999, house model

“The Victorian mansion, with its too-many rooms, has been imagined time and again as a living tomb for outcasts as it has declined into a forlorn relic of urban and social change. Identified by filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock as a structure that can literally breed insanity, few who have seen his 1960 horror film Psycho can enter such places without a feeling of stifled dread. In an overt nod to the cinematic classic, Christchurch-born Ronnie van Hout’s miniature sculpture of a Gothic villa reclaims the idea of the lonely Victorian mansion as a metaphor for the tormented artist’s mind. Through an upstairs window, the artist can be seen going knife-wielding mad in a tiny film, trapped in a mental and auditory landscape of B-grade horror movie tropes.”

(Above left) Edmund Sullivan, Persephone, 1906, lithograph

“A century after the birth of ‘the gothic’, an interest in its lurid themes and irrational energy resurfaced in the Symbolist movement and its related decorative style, known as Art Nouveau. The mythological story of Persephone was widely known through Ovid’s Metamorphosis. In it, Persephone, daughter of the goddess of the harvest, is abducted by her uncle Hades while smelling narcissi in the fields of Enna. Enjoyed for its thrillingly transgressive themes of illicit love and the Underworld, in this image British illustrator E J Sullivan exploits the erotic tension of two bodies merging into one continuous outline as Persephone embraces her lustful captor in a dreamlike ecstasy.”

(Above right) Henry Armstead, Satan Dismayed, circa 1852, bronze

“Henry Armstead’s sculptures captivated proponents of the Gothic Revival in mid-19th-century England. A depiction of a celebrated passage from John Milton’s Paradise Lost (1667), this bronze shows a lithe, sensuously rendered Satan recoiling as the Son of God transforms the Devil’s benighted followers into slithering, serpentine demons. Milton’s Satan was the prototype of many hero-villains in Victorian Gothic novels. Proud, vain and driven by a perverted desire to corrupt and destroy others, he is here insidiously portrayed as a figure of alluring, angelic beauty.”

[thealphabetter]

1/28/23

Flight TN (Air Tahiti) 101 has stopped in Papeete for a layover on the way to Auckland. 

Last night, I departed from SFO, and transferred planes at LAX.

I will spend a moment in Papeete before boarding a flight again, toward New Zealand, and the date line.

Once in Auckland, I will make my way to the harbor, to board the Majestic Princess. 

The scheduled departure of the boat was delayed by three hours, to 10 P.M., due to weather conditions. 

There is a fair chance of rain on most of the days that I could check the forecast for in New Zealand and Australia. 

On the way here, I watched Elvis, read some of Doctor Zhivago, and listened to downloads. 

1/29/23

Arrival in Auckland is met with transportation to the Auckland harbor. 

It takes very little delay to gather myself after the flight and the change in time. 

Many of the arriving flights had been delayed or rescheduled, according to signage at the airport, due to the flooding of the runway.

I board the Majestic Princess, unpack, shower, and tour the ship’s amenities. This includes a trip to the bar, and the consumption of four Long Island Iced Teas. Shortly after, I am able to sleep, after I last woke in California, on the 27th.

1/30/23

It was past midnight when I woke up and noticed that the ship was in motion. I laid awake for a moment before deciding upon staying conscious. I ordered a veggie burger and an Americano, walked to the deck to see the ship’s wake, and then to the other side of the boat, to stop by the casino. It was closed.

The ship would broadcast the NFC Championship at 9 A.M. in the morning, after my breakfast. As the game went through the first quarter, I watched the ship turn into its port in Tauranga. I watched the game from a hot tub until half-time, at which point I changed clothes and ate on the deck, until the third quarter of the game. 

It was about a half-mile walk to the trails, the name of the mountain (a.k.a. Mount Maunganui or “The Mount”) that overlooks the peninsula and harbor of Tauranga. I hiked up one side, and saw some sheep along the way. I walked down another trail that led me to the other side of the Tauranga peninsula. 

I walked alongside the beach, into a mini-peninsula off the main beach. I did some window-shopping through the mid-peninsula before finding myself near the boat. It was simpler to board again, eat again, and fall asleep for a while. When I woke up, in the evening I ordered five plates of food to the room, and finished the meal while watching Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. 

It was early enough, when the movie was over, to get drinks at the bar, and check out the Freddie Mercury tribute concert at the Princess Theater. 

1/31/23

The day was highlighted by a scheduled trip to the Hobbiton movie set, the filming location for the setting of the Shire in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies. 

Before I left the ship for the drive to the set, I watched the beginning of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, until the moment right before Bilbo decides to embark on the journey with the dwarves. 

The set is located on a farm, past a range of mountains when traveling from Tauranga. 

The tour began highlighting areas where specific scenes from the movies were shot, and the discussion of camera techniques used in the movie. Different areas on the set were sized proportionally, to make any character appear larger or smaller in respect to it. 

I could recognize these settings, and took many photos. The tour went around the set, and ended near the Green Dragon Inn, where I was served, by our tour guide, Calen, a cup of ale.

The drive to and from the set took about an hour and 15 minutes each way. The driver discussed major exports of the area, including timber, kiwi fruit, and dairy products. I recognized the Zespri brand name as we passed by the office building for the kiwi fruit company. 

Return to the ship was followed by a meal and the next hour of the first Hobbit movie. I then went to the indoor pool for what was around two hours. Patrick McCullough performed in the Princess Theater in the evening. 

2/1/23

The journey’s first full day at sea would consist of traveling from Tauranga to Wellington. It started early, with breakfast, but with little other activity until my visit to the casino. My initial $20 AUD transfer was gone in just a few spins. I waited to eat at Alfredo’s, where I would eat three times throughout the day. I resumed gambling, maintaining a bank for the slots while losing at the tables. I eventually hit a slots bonus that brought me to $280 AUD, after I had put in $140 AUD in total. 

I watched the Maori ambassador’s presentation on traditions and mythology in the Princess Theater. This was followed by my next visit to Alfredo;’s, in the ship’s atrium. It was in the atrium that I then participated in a Haka dance with the ambassadors. Crew members began to set up a champagne waterfall, which I watched through, nearly to its completion. At 6:30 P.M., the officers of the ship were introduced at the waterfall ceremony. I took a glass of champagne from a nearby server and sat at Alfredo’s again. I began watching Alien: Covenant, but not to its conclusion, before the night ended. 

There was a musical performance in the Princess Theater. I found it happening after participating in the guessing contest for the weight of a pig-sculpture in the art studio. 

2/2/23

I have found myself waking up early, as was the case today. Upon arrival  in Wellington, I am ready to explore the city. The bus takes me near the cable car, which runs up a hill to the botanical gardens. These gardens run towards the side and down the hill, and included native NZ species of flora, and more - a herb garden, rose garden, and greenhouse with a pond full of guppies. The downhill trail ends back near the parliament building, which I detoured around. I walked closer to the harbor-coastline area to the Maritime Museum. There were a few objects of interest there. A walk along the coastline took me to the Te Papa Museum, which exhibited nature-science, a NZ WWI display, abstract art, traditional Maori pieces and more. The bus to the ship gathered passengers right behind the museum. Back on the boat, I took a moment to decide whether to watch the movie being shown on the deck, Dakota, before changing, and watching it from a hot tub. I met two, from Korea, in the tub.

I went to the atrium, alternated alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks three times, for six drinks total, before getting two Americanos saturated with brown sugar. The live music was okay. I watched the rest of Alien: Covenant and slept. 

2/3/23

Another early day started at 5:30 A.M., until the hills around our destination port appeared around us at breakfast. The timing would allow for a load of laundry to be completed while the ship docked. In Port Shakespeare, shuttle buses took cruise-ship passengers to the town of Picton. A primary glimpse into the ocean water, from the Picton harbor beach, was very red - what I understood to be red algae. I kept walking for what was at least 2.5 hours round-trip. 

It began to rain, most heavily when I decided to turn around, at the viewpoint on the trail labeled as the viewpoint for Queen Charlotte’s Sound. My shoes were a little moist, as was my passport, when I ended up back at the harbor. The couple I had met the day prior offered a pint of beer, which I drank rather quickly, before asking where I could get some soda. There was a nearby sandwich and soda shop. I stopped by, and walked through the street full of souvenir shops and restaurants, before ending up at a store, where I bought a bottle of Lawson’s Dry Hills Reserve Pinot Noir. Ideally, I would have gone on some sort of wine tour, but I did not. I was allowed to bring the wine back on board the boat. 

The ship leaves Queen Charlotte Sound and turns right, to navigate southward on the southern island. It is picturesque, and I combine sightseeing from the lido deck with drinks from Alex and Whinn at the atrium’s Vines bar. 

2/4/23

The ship docked in Lyttleton harbor, and I was in the initial queue to go ashore. Shuttles awaited for the journey into Lyttelton or Christchurch. Notes from my booked tour instructed me to board for Lyttelton and transfer in the port-city. 

The tour bus went north around Governor’s Bay before taking the road over the mountain range that divides Christchurch from Lyttelton. Descent into Christchurch gave way to a view of the mountain-park for mountain bikers and zip-liners, and a more distant picture of Christchurch and New Zealand’s Alps. A stop was made for this moment, to observe. 

Scottie, the tour guide, drove onto the streets of Christchurch while beginning to explain the effect of the hundreds of earthquakes that struck the city between 2010 and 2012. 70% of the city was rebuilt since that time, into the present day, in which the city has been reopened to cruise-ship passengers for its first year since. A wall of names downtown commemorates those lost. 

Free time in the city would consist of walking by that memorial and along the river. This was followed by a few moments at the botanical gardens. There is much evidence of the effect that the earthquakes had still. In the more suburban areas, less so, as the “red zone” now delineates the area in which construction cannot take place due to risks, in the event of another earthquake. This zone was quite large, and took up most of the trip on our way to the beach in Brighton. 

A few more winding roads through the jagged peninsulas wold lead to the port-city where we landed. I had a moment to stop at Eruption Brewing to down a lager on the deck. 

There was a moment in the evening, at the Vines bar, as I read the next pages of Zhivago. This was followed by another moment, as I looked out the window to see three animals, apparently, jumping through the ship’s wake. I could identify the animal in the third instance as a penguin. 

I kept drinking and eating, watched Morbius on the pool deck, and checked out the late-night dance in the atrium before calling it a night. 

2/5/23

The ship docked at Port Chalmers in the early morning.

Upon entering the port-city, I walked through the main city street, up through a path by the Presbyterian Church, and to a garden that house a lookout over the harbor, the dock, and city hall. Buses were ready to take passengers to the city of Dunedin. The city center is an octagon-shaped block with a road for buses going horizontally through. It was pretty early in the morning, on a Sunday, and I would need to walk the same path twice t be there for various sites’ hours of operation. These sites included the rail station, the Toitū Otago Settlers Museum, and the Chinese Garden. I visited three churches, the First Church of Otago, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the St. Joseph Cathedral. I attended mass at St. Paul’s until the communal prayers, then walked to the St. Joseph Cathedral, just before communal prayers. 

I walked back to the octagon, and had fish and chips at a place called Social Club. This was followed by a visit to the Dunedin Public Art Gallery. This would conclude my visit to the city, as buses to the ship departed from the octagon. 

I stayed wake into the early hours of the next morning, as the DJ took over the atrium/dance floor per usual. Midnight marked the arrival of my birthday.

2/6/23 - 2/8/23

It was a rather late night, the previous night. 

Three days were spent to cross the Tasman Sea, into Australia. 

I dined at the Crown Grill for my birthday festivities. The next day’s dinner would be in the Symphony Dining Room. On the next, dinner was at the Harmony Restaurant. The food at all three locations on the ship was delectable. 

My stateroom is located near the front of the ship, which can apparently rock with the waves, as the ship presses forward. The movement could have been worse, but it did not go unnoticed. We were quite close to Tasmania on the night before we got there, and the going was pretty easy, much of the early morning consisting of cruising through the bay and into the Hobart port. 

2/9/23

Dawn arrives as the ship arrives in the port of Hobart. I watched the ship dock in the morning light. The groups for excursions into Tasmania are assembled in the Princess Theater. Several groups prepare to board buses to the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. I had looked into this excursion for an opportunity to see Tasmanian Devils. This was the first instance in which I had done so. There were several species native to Australia there as well, an abundance of kangaroos, some emus, birds, etc. We were bussed back towards the ship, stopping by the bridge for a photo-op across the bay from Hobart. 

The bus dropped us off at the port, there was still about six hours to walk through the city. I started west, towards the other side of the port, and out into the respective peninsula. The University of Tasmania is located there, and a little further is a residential area in which I found a hotel bar that poured me a Cascade, a native Tasmanian beer. The path would lead back towards but past the ship, through downtown Hobart past various athletics facilities, through a fallen soldiers’ memorial, to a track meet in progress. This path continued through to the botanical gardens. I would check the time to be back on the boat, stopping by the war memorial, the ANZAC eye. 

The Hobart Brewing Co. is located right next to the port, and I stop for a flavored beer. 

2/10/23

The last day of the cruise is a day at sea, between Tasmania and Sydney. It is a fairly good moment. I found myself on the deck at times, in the atrium as the choir sang Oklahoma!, and dining in the Allegro Dining Room that evening. I had barramundi. The Noordam cruises alongside us, I observed, as the evening continued. 

2/11/23

We arrived in the port of Sydney at around 5 A.M. I am ready to leave with my disembarkation group at 8 A.M. It’s a pretty good feeling, sunrise over the Sydney Opera House. I am not feeling any fatigue. The deal I booked online was a bus pass/hostel package, with plenty of distance to cover up the east coast of Australia. Accommodations are about a mile inland, near Town Hall. I dropped off my bags at the Nomads Hostel location and begin my first day of two in Sydney. Proceeding east past Town Hall is the ANZAC War Memorial and the botanical gardens. Along the path northward is the Art Gallery of New South Wales, made up of two separate buildings. There are a few nice pieces there, I’m not sure I recognized any in particular, maybe some artists here and there. I continued north through the gardens and past the Opera House again, towards the Sydney Harbor Bridge. At this moment in the day, I do not have any time constraints, but the walk over the bridge and back to the hostel took about 2 hours. It’s at this moment that I get ready to attend the performance of La Boheme at the opera house. This preparation includes the consumption of Somersby cider and jalapeño poppers at the hostel bar. 

2/12/23

I made the route out to take for the second and last planned day in Sydney. It was through to the west via train to to the Olympic park, and then after a walk through it, a ferry ride back to the quay. It was a pretty lengthy trek. The bus left at 7 P.M., which left me some time to visit Bondi Beach, walk around there, and take the bus and subway back to the city center where I had left my bags, and where the Greyhound bus would depart from. 

2/13/23

The bus ride has taken about 19 hours to Brisbane. This area of Australia is made up of national parks and Eucalyptus forests. I looked out the window for a good while until it was overwhelmingly dark outside, at which point I watched the last two episodes of the National Treasure series on my phone. Traffic increased as we approached the city of Brisbane. The Super Bowl was occurring, and I listened in. When I arrived, I walked to the Nomads hostel, and left my bags there before check-in at 3 P.M. The central business district is pretty nice, and it is fairly hot outside - I stopped by Starbucks for a refresher and an ice-water. The city is built alongside a river, and there’s a smaller arts part of the city as well on the other side of the river from the business district. This evening walk included three museums, a cozy park, and a ferris-wheel ride. I got a ticket for an evening concert - classical music, a chamber orchestra led by violinist Ilya Gringolts. I walked back to the hostel, checked in, showered, and got sushi. Then, I went to the concert. 

2/14/23

The Brisbane train station is one block from the hostel. I got a vending machine espresso drink from the station before departing towards the Australia Zoo. I had seen a few episodes of Crikey! It’s the Irwins before my trip started. It was a good stop to make. I went around the zoo and ended up in the middle of it, where the crocodiles were. The crocodiles were from Australia, some with backstories on display. I liked the alligators as well, and they were from the U.S.A. I got an Icee by the African savannah exhibit, where there were zebras, giraffes, and rhinos. There was a tiger feeding. I got a salad before the Crocoseum show - trained birds flying from trainer to trainer, and crocodile feeding. There was a moment to stop by the animal hospital before going back to Brisbane. I had potato gnocchi for dinner. 

2/15/23

It was a pretty nice, early morning. I got some fruit buns at Woolworth’s grocery store before my bus to Airlie Beach. This bus ride would take the rest of the day and the morning of the next. I got a long black from the station cafe. The Dallas Stars played, and I listened to that. I revisited some of my Youtube Music listening history from two or three years ago. This included “Moonshadow” by Cat Stevens., and “Let Me Go” by Alesso, Hailee Steinfeld, and Florida-Georgia Line. 

2/16/23

Once in Airlie Beach, I decided to go on a boat ride to a nearby island. This is the southern part of the Great Barrier Reef. The boat, the Camira, sailed out to Whitsunday Island. We anchored by one side of the island to snorkel, and I made use of my underwater camera in pursuit of some colorful marine life. Once anchored by another part of the island, we hiked up to a lookout over the beach, and walked down to it as well. Lunch for me was a veggie burger. I tried the Strongbow and the Great Northern Brewing Co. “Super Crisp.” In the evening would be a moment to walk through Airlie Beach - the pools, the beach, and the harbor, where I got a pizza. The hostel pool area was closed, but I sat down and almost fell asleep there.

2/17/23

The bus to Townsville departed at 9:50 A.M., by which time I had walked through the town again, to McDonalds, Woolworth’s and a pharmacy, where I got a pin with turtles on it, for my backpack. The bus ride there took about five hours. The bus station is linked to the ferry system between the town and Magnetic Island, where I planned to stay for two nights. I stopped by the hostel, but I had forgotten to make a reservation. The other hostel on the map was in Picnic Bay, about a mile away. I walked with a resident on the trail there. The island is pretty nice, not too populated, and I had a squash salad and a beer flight at Maggie Island Brewery - a fresh cucumber beer stood out - the last one on the flight. After that, I did the laundry, considering the hike to West Point, as it began to rain. 

2/18/23

Early morning, I had the cup ramen noodles I had, and waded in the pool with Louie, an Australian Shepherd. He swam across a few times, but I was preparing for my trip to Horseshoe Bay, on the other side of the island. This hike would start at the bay and go around the outer side to the north-east, down south, and towards the lookout, located closer to the center of the island, up a long flight of stairs. Adam, from the hostel, told me that I should bring carrots for the rock wallabies, if I intended on feeding them. I got these from the store at Horseshoe Bay. I walked on the trail as it presented itself, and although it was raining, I enjoyed looking at the beachfronts and flora. The informational guidepost mentioned that this island was a precautionary WWII lookout, used both by Australian and U.S.A. soldiers in that time. The lookout at the top was just two buildings. The Magnetic Island National Park entrance was nearby, where I waited for the bus. I rode to the south-eastern part of the island where the rock wallabies lived. I fed one a carrot immediately, gave one to some tourists who had scootered there, and with no other wallabies around, ate the last one. I missed the next bus back to Picnic Bay. There was a store nearby, where I got pasta, sauce, sour skittles, cheese, chips, and pineapple juice. I waited by the bus stop as the rain stopped and started again, before the next bus. I shared the pasta with some tourists from Germany. 

2/19/23

I woke up in time to swim at the Picnic Bay beach, and then again at the hostel pool with Louie. I took the 10 A.M. ferry back to Townsville, and walked through a memorial park. I got a pizza by the Townsville beach, and some ice cream after that. The bus to Cairns would be at 2:40 P.M., and I walked the beach for a bit, got some beers as UFC played on T.V., and wandered back to the station. It was nighttime in Cairns when I got there.

2/20/23

The early morning consisted of breakfast at McDonalds, by the harbor, where I boarded the Evolution to scuba-dive. The bus stopped at two different locations for diving and snorkeling. We were given some instruction on how to dive, on the way there.I opted to dive twice. The first time I dove, a fellow diver, Josephine, and I linked arms with an instructor. We descended, and some things that stood out to me were the shark, and a fish that followed me about the size of my upper body. After the dive, I snorkeled. The ship, the Evolution, moved to its next location, the North Hastings Reef. This location had more coral, and we dove in a group of five, including the instructor. We saw a few more colorful fish, a few giant clams, sea cucumbers, and two more sharks. Both dives were about 15-20 minutes. I snorkeled again, after removing the self-contained underwater breathing apparatus. I saw a turtle, a lone jellyfish, and a few fish by the boat that looked like Dory from Finding Nemo. The ship made its way back to Cairns, where I received my PADI certificate for my dive. I stopped by a restaurant for some fried seafood and a XXXX beer, then got some gelato, proceeding to walk the length of the beach and turn around towards the hostel.

2/21/23

I opted not to go to the rainforest/gondola-trip nearby, where I was aware of a koala sanctuary. I got a falafel wrap, and proceeded to the Cairns Aquarium. It was a good way to wind down the trip, looking at the fish and turtles. I looked into the Carins Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, where we saw two turtles. Carlotta was missing a left flipper, and was adjusting to swim without it. There was another turtle that had a balance issue due to one of the pressure systems in the head. I went back to Gilligan’s for the afternoon, and went to the pool. I drank a lot that evening, and got drinks for some of my roommates. 

2/22/23

My flight home would be at 6:10 P.M., and I walked all the way to the airport from the hostel, through the inner city instead of the beach, and through the Cairns Botanic Gardens and rainforest. I got there at around 2 P.M. I got some food and beer, a few mementos from the airport shop, and boarded the flight to Singapore. I would arrive there at around 11:00 P.M. 

2/23/23

Early morning, and I have gotten on a train to the city, but I mistook which stop to transfer, and was stranded, as that was the last train. I exited the station and waved down a cab. I explained what I wanted to do in Singapore, and he took me where I wanted to go. We stopped first by the Gardens by the Bay, where the park structures were unlit. I ran around the park for a bit, then we proceeded to a lookout, where the Sands, the harbor, and the dam between the river and the sea were visible. We drove through the inner city, and stopped at Little India to eat. I had seafood noodles, the driver had an egg dish. We had some coffee, and I was not allowed to pay for the meal. The driver stopped by to get gas, as we went back to the airport. My flight would leave from Terminal 3. Most of the airport was closed, but I went to the Jewel and fell asleep in there for a few hours, where the waterfall would run, but was not for the night hours. A few more hours would conclude the trip. 

[capricecarvalet]

Keep and Protect Your Car with Car Tinting, Paint Protection, and Car Grooming Services in North Shore

Having a car involves responsibility - an investment that you will want to keep and protect. Car tinting in North Shore, paint protection film in Auckland, and car grooming in North Shore ensure that your vehicle remains in minty condition and protected against wear and tear as well as environmental elements.

North Shore Car Tinting: Aesthetic, Comfort, and Protection

North Shore car tinting service is one of the options that car owners opt for in order to have their car windows beautified with comfort. It assists them in improving the car's windows' aesthetic value as it reduces heat and glare for a pleasant drive during sunny days. Quality car tinting in North Shore will, for example, prevent up to 99% of damaging UV rays from coming into your car to ensure further protection to you and the upholstery inside your vehicle against damage that could be incurred over time to fade or discolour the pieces.

Apart from the cosmetic benefits, tinted windows offer a higher degree of privacy and security. Because it's rather tough to see what goes on in there, thieves tend to keep away from cars whose windows are tinted. The feeling that all valuables would be well kept within will therefore leave people more safe and secure. Glare from lights shining into your car because of other peoples' headlights is done away with in car tinting, an aspect that protects the safety of the road navigators at night while on roads.

Paint protection film Auckland: The aesthetic appearance of your car should always remain flawless.

A must-have investment for any owner of a vehicle who intends to maintain the shine and condition of his car's exterior is paint protection film. Auckland roads are challenging; debris, stones, and weather elements all contribute to potential paint damage. Applying a paint protection film in Auckland provides an invisible shield against these hazards. Great PPF does withstand small scratches and doesn't create chips, scratches, and stains that might otherwise give your car an inferior appearance.

Paint protection film is not only strong, but it also heals itself by causing the scratches to disappear due to the impact of heat over time. PPF will ensure that your car looks brand new for many years and even become a haven for resale value. Regardless of whether it's in the city every day or frequent touring around the country, paint protection film in Auckland can save you from all the hassle and time money you'll be wasting for repair paint damage.

Car Grooming in North Shore: Complete Care Inside and Out

The best way to keep your car's interior and exterior clean is through regular car grooming. Car grooming in North Shore involves an all-out cleaning, detailing, and polishing that will make your car look great and put it in good condition. Professional car grooming services attend to every detail, including vacuuming and shampooing the interior to polishing paintwork on the exterior.

In North Shore, car grooming involves steam cleaning, deodorizing, and conditioning of seats and surfaces. The interior will feel new again after this. A clean interior and polished exterior mean you can drive your vehicle with pride. Moreover, car grooming extends the life of different parts since dust, grime, and stains are removed before they damage them.

Conclusion

For car owners in North Shore and throughout Auckland, the services of car tinting, paint protection film, and car grooming provide essential benefits. For car owners in North Shore, car tinting upgrades your car with added privacy, comfort, and safety, while paint protection film for Auckland protects your vehicle's exterior against chips and scratches. Lastly, North Shore car grooming keeps your car looking and feeling brand-new inside and out. These services are an investment in your value and the longevity of your vehicle, so you can enjoy every drive with confidence and style.

[ashleysingermfablog]

Wk 00, 13th of October, 2024

Poem handouts, leaflets, booklets? + window decals

excerpts and formatting from a drop of milkweed and bell heather

film images from a drop of milkweed and bell heather

stylised poems and images from a drop of milkweed and bell heather

cover from a drop of milkweed and bell heather

the title of this new amalgamation of poems comes from gathering the medicinal remedies from two plant species:

milkweed (left), bell heather (right)

I am constantly looking to species and their medical uses, particularly those found in Wales and Celtic regions, and trying to emulate a sense of their substitution in Auckland's vegetal landscape, mainly because these plants have been used for generations as healing tools.

The new poem collection, titled: a drop of milkweed and bell heather comes from poetry book trials that I have written across the year: camomile, hawthorn/manuka, coming out of the spring, tanglewood- changing some poems into a comprehensive readable format for viewers. 

This text differs from the intention of my larger printed book hawthorn/mānuka, in that it is not a large reference of poems, almost like field-notes of what I have observed and gleaned. This text rather, is a short-ish, readable compression of key ideas and fundamental principles that unpack my practice’s research into welsh folklore, being-in-the-garden and the role of the artist as pākeha. 

I have linked the full text below:

adropofmilkweedandwhiteheather copy.pdf

And am going to keep re-formatting as I have some options for the install in November. I am thinking around ideas of handouts and loose-leaf poems, since in my honours exhibition viewers expressed a want to take the poems further with them to home or around the exhibition more. Maybe less booklet like I could have card hand-outs of some of these poems, this might link to the 'gleaning' opportunity for viewers, to feel like they are picking up and participating more in the work.

I also have printed two wall decals of some of the strongest poems, to place on the windows of the gallery space: this will hopefully give a sense of the poems logic to the sculptural arrangements. And will be a larger scale than the hand-out styled booklets I have done in the past.

tanglewood.pdf

coming out of the spring.pdf

asmallcollection ofhodgepodgepoems.pdf

Maybe I can collate some key poems from my writing and show them alongside my catalogue.

[ashleighlowemfa]

Winter seminar wrap up

IDEAS

live print - text/images (dev help)

multiple live cameras - How do I keep it creepy/ AI within live video

Internet culture - cookies, t&c

currently everything is outside, what would inside look like

Auckland CBD vs Pukekohe - visual difference

taking footage from live cameras

signage to let viewers know

control of camera

Do I have other cameras around the school in other peoples spaces

ethics around sound?

text being spoken by AI

something to take away

RGB tech colours

blue film over windows

mirror/ two way mirror

[sloggroomers]

Enhance Your Driving Experience with Slog Groomers' Premium Car Window Tinting Service in Auckland

If you’re seeking a way to upgrade your vehicle, improve your comfort, and protect your car’s interior, car window tinting is an ideal solution. In Auckland, Slog Groomers offers top-tier car window tinting services that stand out for their quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.

Why Car Window Tinting is Essential

Car window tinting isn't just about aesthetics. It provides numerous benefits that enhance your driving experience and vehicle's longevity. Here are some key advantages:

Heat Reduction: Tinted windows significantly reduce the amount of heat that enters your car, making your driving experience more comfortable, especially during Auckland’s warm summer months.

UV Protection: High-quality tints block up to 99% of harmful ultraviolet rays, protecting your skin from sun damage and preventing your car’s interior from fading and cracking.

Glare Reduction: Window tints help reduce the glare from the sun and headlights, improving visibility and driving safety.

Privacy and Security: Tinted windows offer added privacy for passengers and conceal valuables inside your car, reducing the risk of theft.

Enhanced Appearance: A professionally applied tint gives your vehicle a sleek, sophisticated look that enhances its overall appearance.

Slog Groomers: The Experts in Car Window Tinting

Slog Groomers has established itself as a premier provider of car window tinting services in Auckland. Here’s why they are the best choice for your vehicle:

Expert Technicians: The team at Slog Groomers consists of highly trained and experienced professionals who understand the nuances of car window tinting. They ensure precision and perfection in every application.

Quality Materials: Slog Groomers uses only the highest quality window films that are durable, long-lasting, and come with excellent warranties. These films are designed to provide maximum protection and performance.

Customized Solutions: Every vehicle is different, and so are the needs of each customer. Slog Groomers offers customized tinting solutions tailored to your specific requirements and preferences.

Exceptional Customer Service: At Slog Groomers, customer satisfaction is a top priority. From the moment you walk in, you’ll experience friendly, professional service. The team takes the time to understand your needs and ensure you’re delighted with the results.

Competitive Pricing: Despite offering premium services, Slog Groomers maintains competitive pricing. They provide excellent value for money, ensuring you get the best service without breaking the bank.

The Slog Groomers Process

Slog Groomers’ car window tinting service is designed to be seamless and hassle-free:

Consultation: The process begins with a detailed consultation where the team discusses your needs, preferences, and the various tint options available.

Selection: Based on your consultation, you’ll choose the tint that best suits your vehicle and needs. Slog Groomers offers a range of tints, from light to dark, and various performance features.

Application: The expert technicians at Slog Groomers apply the tint with precision and care. They ensure the tint is applied smoothly, without bubbles or imperfections.

Inspection: After application, the tint undergoes a thorough inspection to ensure it meets Slog Groomers’ high standards of quality and craftsmanship.

Aftercare: Slog Groomers provides you with aftercare instructions to ensure your tint remains in perfect condition for years to come. They are also available for any follow-up questions or concerns.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a reliable, professional, and high-quality car window tinting service in Auckland, Slog Groomers is the go-to choice. Their expertise, quality materials, and exceptional customer service make them the best in the business. Enhance your driving experience, protect your vehicle, and enjoy a cooler, more comfortable ride with Slog Groomers. Contact them today to schedule your consultation and see the difference a professional tint can make.

[filmscenenz]

Enhance Comfort and Privacy with Auckland Window Tinting and Frosting Film Solutions

Auckland window tinting has been in high demand as a comfortable option for homeowners as well as businesses. By putting a specific film on the windows, you benefit from reduced heat, glare, and UV exposure, thereby protecting your interiors from sun damage and maintaining a cooler indoor temperature. Window tinting in Auckland for either homes or commercial spaces is a common practical and fashionable way of upgrading a property.

For those in the North Shore, window frosting film is the perfect choice for improving privacy without giving up natural light. Frosted films make windows have an elegant, opaque look, thereby blocking visibility while letting the sunlight penetrate through. This makes them ideal for spaces such as bathrooms, offices, and storefronts. In addition to privacy, frosting film also adds an aesthetic touch to any space, making it both functional and visually appealing. Many North Shore residents are choosing this option for its affordability and versatility.

Probably one of the major advantages of window tinting is protection against harmful UV rays. The continuous presence of UV light leads to considerable fading and damage of furniture, carpets, and other interior parts. Window tinting protects against UV rays up to 99% that will help to prolong the longevity and appearance of your belongings. This becomes crucial in Auckland's sunny climate as it ensures protection against UV rays all year round.

A prime advantage of window tinting, then, is energy efficiency. By controlling heat gain, tinted windows will reduce a house's need for air conditioning, thereby saving energy. This reduces electricity bills and creates a greener living environment. Frosting film can also achieve indoor temperature balance with the help of diffused sunlight, thereby creating a cozy environment.

Apart from functional benefits, window tinting and frosting film give your property a general appearance. Tinted windows endow with a shiny new look, while frosted designs add an aura of elegance. Be it some minimalist frosted finish or an artier pattern, there is virtually every style you might imagine. Professional installation will always lead to a flawless result without ever bubbling or peeling off.

You should, therefore, choose a window tinting in Auckland or frosting service offering good quality materials and experienced technicians. Poorly applied films are likely to cause problems like bubbling and reduced effectiveness. For long-lasting effects, consider a company like Auckland and the North Shore for excellent services in tailored solutions to your requirements.

Window tinting or frosting film is a good investment which, over the long run, brings good value. It is something that enhances comfort and also brings about privacy while in addition improving property value besides offering great energy saving for the person living in Auckland or any of the North Shore places by turning any space into reality in an effective way.

[tintingexperts]

Improve Safety and Aesthetic Beauty with Safety and Security Window Films in Auckland

Adding aesthetic appeal while improving security features is exactly why safety films in Auckland do a pretty good job on protecting one's property. Because safety films reinforce glass surfaces, which then becomes difficult to break, this protects both your house and establishment. Thus, the risk of impact due to careless actions or disasters will lessen. There will be decreased possibilities for intrusion.

Safety films function by holding shattered glass together when it breaks, reducing the risk of injuries caused by flying shards. It makes them very useful for homes with children or areas that experience harsh weather conditions. They come in various thicknesses and finishes to fit any specific need while keeping your glass clear and appearing like new.

The Significance of Security Films in Auckland

If protection needs to be on a different level, superior performance security films in Auckland do the job better. Such security films are heavier and tougher than average security films as they increase resistance against any break-ins or vandalism efforts or tries made to break into it through force. Security films best suit for residential properties and commercial retail properties in reducing the vulnerability by making breaking easier for would-be intruders.

Beyond the security aspects, window films with their tinting abilities block outside visibility and, for commercial use, are thus ideal to protect sensitive information stored close to windows or invaluable materials. They protect indoor components from UV rays since the films have blocking capacity and, in doing this, ensure that furniture last longer and the rooms in which they are kept can be cooler, saving on some energy.

Style and functionality of window tint films

Window tint films in Auckland are versatile solutions to make your windows look more fantastic. These films reduce glare and enhance privacy, offering several other benefits such as protection against UV rays and enhanced energy efficiency. With window tint films, you can achieve a sleek, modern look for your home or office while enjoying greater comfort and reduced energy consumption.

Tint films are available in a variety of shades and finishes to fit different tastes and requirements. From a subtle tint that works well with your interior decorations to a darker film to maximize privacy, professional installers in Auckland can assist you in choosing the perfect one.

Invest in quality film solutions today

Whether you’re seeking safety films, security films, or window tint films in Auckland, these innovative solutions offer a perfect blend of protection, functionality, and style. Reach out to trusted providers in Auckland for expert installation and explore the benefits of enhanced safety, energy savings, and improved aesthetics. Protect your property and upgrade your windows with these high-quality film solutions today!

[protouchauckland]

Protouch Auto Service

ProTouch Auto Service, your premier destination for top-quality automotive care and service.

WINDOW TINT Auckland

CAR WRAPPING Auckland

CERAMIC COATING Auckland

CAR DETAILING Auckland

VINYL WRAP Auckland

PPF Auckland

[syan386]

Protouch Auto Service

Protouch Auto Service, your premier destination for top-quality automotive care and service.

WINDOW TINT Auckland

CAR WRAPPING Auckland

CERAMIC COATING Auckland

CAR DETAILING Auckland

VINYL WRAP Auckland

PPF Auckland

[capricecarvalet]

Enhance Your Ride with Car Tinting and Headlight Restoration

When it comes to improving your vehicle’s aesthetics and functionality, car tinting and headlight restoration are excellent choices. Whether you’re in the North Shore or West Auckland, these services can significantly enhance your driving experience. Let’s dive into the benefits and options available for car tinting and headlight restoration.

Car Tinting in North Shore

Car Tinting North Shore is a popular choice among vehicle owners looking to upgrade their ride. Here’s why you should consider it:

UV Protection: Tinted windows can block up to 99% of harmful UV rays, protecting your skin and your car’s interior from damage.

Heat Reduction: High-quality window tinting can significantly reduce the heat inside your car, making your driving experience more comfortable, especially during hot summer months.

Privacy and Security: Tinted windows offer increased privacy for you and your passengers. They also protect valuables inside your car from prying eyes.

Enhanced Appearance: Tinted windows give your vehicle a sleek, stylish look that stands out on the road.

In North Shore, you’ll find several expert service providers who can customize the tint to meet your specific needs and preferences.

Vehicle Window Tinting in North Shore

When looking for vehicle window tinting in North Shore, it’s essential to choose a provider that uses high-quality materials and offers professional installation. Here are some tips for selecting the best service:

Experience and Reputation: Look for companies with a strong reputation and years of experience in window tinting.

Quality of Materials: Ensure they use top-grade tint films that offer durability and optimal performance.

Warranty: A good warranty on the tint film and installation provides peace of mind.

Customer Reviews: Check online reviews and testimonials to gauge customer satisfaction.

Headlight Restoration in West Auckland

If your headlights are foggy, yellowed, or dim, headlight restoration in West Auckland can bring them back to life. Here’s why you should consider headlight restoration:

Improved Visibility: Clear, bright headlights are crucial for safe driving, especially at night or in poor weather conditions.

Enhanced Appearance: Restored headlights make your vehicle look newer and more attractive.

Cost-Effective: Restoration is a cheaper alternative to replacing the entire headlight assembly.

Increased Safety: Properly functioning headlights ensure you can see the road clearly and other drivers can see you.

Finding the Right Service

For both car tinting and headlight restoration, it’s crucial to choose a reliable and experienced provider. Here are some top options in North Shore and West Auckland:

North Shore Tinting Specialists: Known for their professional service and high-quality materials, they offer custom tinting solutions to meet your needs.

West Auckland Headlight Experts: Specializing in headlight restoration, they use advanced techniques and products to ensure your headlights are clear and bright.

Conclusion

Enhancing your vehicle with car tinting and headlight restoration is a smart investment that improves both aesthetics and functionality. Whether you’re in North Shore or West Auckland, there are excellent service providers ready to help you achieve the look and performance you desire. Remember to choose experienced professionals who use high-quality materials and offer excellent customer service. With the right care, your vehicle can look great and perform even better on the road.

[alliyah213157]

Rebecca Ann Hobbs

2.2

Hobb’s is an Auckland based artist who works with lens to create film and still images. Her works are humorous, while celebrating the body and its relation to a specific site. In her work Otara at Night (2011), a dancer performs to a dancehall track right outside a Polynesian clothing warehouse in South Auckland. The performance and song allude to the influence it has on the Polynesian community and even the music they listen to.

I was a slightly out of my comfort zone when creating this piece because majority of the windows were open and I felt people staring at me. Although, I felt it complemented the piece as Hobb’s has a sense of awkwardness in her works.

[filmscenenz]

Enhance Your Home with Professional Window Tinting in Auckland

In the vibrant city of Auckland, homeowners are increasingly turning to window tinting solutions to enhance their living spaces. Whether you’re looking to improve energy efficiency, protect your interiors, or add a touch of privacy, window tinting in Auckland offers numerous benefits. This blog will explore the advantages of window tinting, the different types of window tint films available, and why home window tinting is a smart investment.

The Benefits of Window Tinting in Auckland

Window tinting in Auckland is gaining popularity due to its multiple benefits. One of the primary advantages is energy efficiency. During the hot summer months, window tinting reduces the amount of heat entering your home, significantly lowering cooling costs. In winter, it helps retain heat, reducing the need for excessive heating. This results in a more comfortable living environment and lower energy bills throughout the year.

Another key benefit of window tinting is UV protection. Harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun can cause fading and damage to your furniture, flooring, and artwork. High-quality window tint films block up to 99% of these harmful rays, preserving the beauty and longevity of your home’s interiors. Additionally, UV protection helps safeguard your family’s skin from potential harm, reducing the risk of skin cancer and other UV-related health issues.

Privacy and security are also enhanced with window tinting. Tinted windows make it difficult for outsiders to see into your home, providing an extra layer of privacy without compromising natural light. Certain window tint films are designed to strengthen glass, making it more resistant to breakage. This can deter potential intruders and increase the safety of your home.

Types of Window Tint Film in Auckland

There are various types of window tint films in Auckland, each designed to meet specific needs. Solar control films are the most common, offering excellent heat reduction, UV protection, and glare reduction. These films are ideal for homeowners looking to improve energy efficiency and protect their interiors.

Decorative window tint films add an aesthetic element to your home. Available in various patterns, colors, and frosted designs, these films can enhance the appearance of your windows while providing privacy. Decorative films are perfect for bathrooms, entryways, and other areas where you want to combine style with functionality.

Security window tint films are designed to strengthen glass and prevent shattering. These films hold glass fragments together in case of breakage, offering additional protection against accidents, natural disasters, and potential break-ins. Installing security films on your windows can provide peace of mind for you and your family.

Why Invest in Home Window Tinting in Auckland

Investing in home window tinting in Auckland is a smart decision for numerous reasons. Firstly, it enhances the comfort and livability of your home by regulating indoor temperatures and reducing glare. This creates a more pleasant environment for you and your family to enjoy.

Secondly, window tinting is a cost-effective way to protect your home’s interiors. By blocking harmful UV rays, you can prevent fading and damage to your furniture, flooring, and other valuable possessions. This prolongs the life of your belongings and maintains the aesthetic appeal of your home.

Lastly, window tinting adds value to your property. Prospective buyers will appreciate the energy efficiency, UV protection, and enhanced privacy that tinted windows offer. This can make your home more attractive on the market and potentially increase its resale value.

Conclusion

Window tinting in Auckland provides a range of benefits, from improved energy efficiency and UV protection to enhanced privacy and security. With various types of window tint films available, you can find the perfect solution to meet your needs. Investing in home window tinting is a cost-effective way to enhance the comfort, protection, and value of your home. Experience the advantages of professional window tinting in Auckland and transform your living space today.