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5.21.2009

Party Memorial weekend for a GOOD cause.

Keep-a-Breast is the official beneficiary of the White Party at the Playboy mansion! I guess if anyone loves boobs it would be playmates and the ones that admire them! 20% of ticket sales benefit KAB as well as a celebrity cast auction will be going during the day including breast casts from Hef’s main girl Crystal Harris! Hope to see you there!!

Decorate your walls.

For Free. Have a little taste of Neal Taylor. Print from here.

Music this Sunday.

Our friend Gerald Prokop, is playing with his band at the Nomad World Pub on Sunday, May 24th at 9pm. Check it out, you'll be glad you did.

TKDA brings you more goodies...

They are back... Buff Monster mini figures. But now there is one more reason to snag you one, they are buy 2 get 1 free.

TKDAResume: more fans

HOT DAMN, I LOVE TKDAResume!

Thank you...

Thank you...

Thank you...

My new resume is amazing.

5.20.2009

TKDAResume: FLAT TO FAB

FLAT TO FAB

"As a professional writer I know how hard it is to re/write a resume.

It sucks.
It's boring.
It's tedious and can even make you question your life's work.
But it's a chore that has to be done.

This time I decided to avoid the anxiety attacks and stress by reaching out for help.

I wanted to see how someone else would describe me and give me a new perspective. So, I sent my old resume, notes, and wishes to TKDAResume for a makeover.

What I got back was nothing less than incredible. Not only did my miracle working resume writer give it a whole new look and feel, she gave me a new attitude and a huge boost to my self esteem, too!

Hands down the best cash-money I ever spent.

THANKS TKDAResume!"

5.14.2009

Mew Gallery Art.

"Hand Did"

A group show that our friend John Freeborn curated at Mew Gallery. The show features Amy S. Kauffman, Kris Chau, Tim Gough and Damian Weinkrantz.
Opening Reception: Saturday May 16th, 5-9 PM.
Show: May 16th - June 18th.

Ad Hoc Art.

"CRASH & DAZE"

Ad Hoc Art is incredibly honored to present CRASH/DAZE, a stunning exhibition of never seen before works from each artist and featuring the first collaborative works from these legendary New York artists in over ten years.

Show: May 15th through June 14th 2009
Opening Reception: Friday, May 15th 2009

Ad Hoc Art
49 Bogart Street
Buzzer 22, Unit 1G
Brooklyn, NY 11206
Tel: 718.366.2466

Enjoy a glass of wine.

This Saturday at the Vinz Wine Bar, Escondido, Ca. 6pm

When: Saturday, May 16, 6:00PM
Phone: 760-720-3777

Music by Notas Antiguas. and Kelly Halloran will be singing a few of her songs and handing out door prizes for treatments!

More music Sunday.

Who + What: Our friend, Nena Anderson playing in the second set.
Where: Brick by Brick
1130 Buenos Avenue
San Diego, Ca.
When: Sunday, May 17th

Music Tonight.

What: Rad music event tonight.
Who: Halifax, Amue, Goodnight Caulfield, Megasapien
When: Thursday, May 14th, 7pm
Where:Knitting Factory
7021 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-463-0204 x121

Self Promotion. It's up to you.

Randall Cornish can help.
Attend one of the free classes below. You'll be glad you did.

All classes listed are located:
North City New Media Center
8401 Aero Drive
San Diego, CA 92123

F R E E P O R T F O L I O S C L A S S

Design Portfolios and Self Promotion
Saturday, May 16
1:30 to 4:30 pm
Aero Drive, Room 150

An opportunity for students to show graphic design, photography or illustration portfolios in class and receive professional and peer critiques. All portfolios must be online or in a PDF file that can be shown in class. Do not bring printed portfolios to class. A lottery at the beginning of class determines which students in which order show their work for comments. Portfolios "in progress" are welcome! One day only.

F R E E A D O B E I L L U S T R A T O R C L A S S E S

Adobe Illustrator CS4 -- Intermediate
Two Fridays, May 22 and 29
7:30 am to 12:30 pm
Aero Drive, Room 140

F R E E N E W S L E T T E R C L A S S

How to Create a Newsletter
One Saturday, May 30
1:30 to 4:30 pm
Aero Drive, Room 150

Whether you need to design a newsletter for your company, organization, a client or your family, this class will give you lots of ideas, resources and basic page layout skills using the professional Adobe InDesign software program. Students learn essential components, editing tips and powerful design techniques that make a newsletter fun and easy to read. Discover how to target your audience, select fonts, graphics and photos. Find out how to meet deadlines, choose paper, find a printer, and how to cut production costs. One day only.

5.09.2009

Help for your resume is now.

TKDAINC.® sees thousands of resumes a week .

We know what gets our attention.
We know what gets our clients ’ attention.
We know what gets you the inter view.
We know what helps get you the job.

Keva Dine here, president of TKDAinc.®
It’s tough out there.
Your resume’s got to have a competitive edge.

Think your resume might need work?
Trust me: It does.
You only get 30 seconds to make that first impression.

You can’t afford to get passed over at the resume stage.

Your resume represents you. Does it say and do what’s required to get you an interview? Does it show not just what you can do, but how you’ll do it? Does it give a sense of who you are?

TKDAinc.® has partnered with a fierce team of business writers to help you make sure that first impression is a lasting one. Work with us — before you know it, you’ll have a kick-ass resume that lets employers know what you bring to the table.

You NEED this.

Email contact@tkdainc.com and get the ball rolling.

5.07.2009

ISC accepting 2009 entries.

What is ISC?
The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is an annual song contest whose mission is to provide the opportunity for both aspiring and established songwriters to have their songs heard in a professional, international arena.

ISC is designed to nurture the musical talent of songwriters on all levels and promote excellence in the art of songwriting. Amateur and professional songwriters and musicians are invited to participate. ISC has the most prestigious panel of judges of all the songwriting and music contests in the world, offering exposure and the opportunity to have your songs heard by the most influential decision-makers in the music industry.

ISC is a great opportunity for songwriters, musicians, and performers to win cash and prizes, further their music careers, and gain recognition and exposure in the music industry.

2008 winners
2009 entry form
more info

Watch This.

What is it? A time-lapse video of mural painting by Phil Lumbang.

Live Music Tonight

BAR PINK .
3829 30th Street San Diego, Ca. 92104
Event starts at 10pm. 21+

Brawley is country. Original songs and classic favorites.
Nena Anderson, vocals & guitar
Adrian Demain, vocals & guitar
David Berzanski, pedal steel
Jim Austin, bass
John Kuhlken, drums

Do Good.

Robert F. Kennedy Center Auction 2009

Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights. The Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights is a nonprofit charitable organization that works to realize Robert F. Kennedy's dream of a peaceful and just world through domestic and international programs that help the disadvantaged. This auction helps continue Robert's vision. Our friend, Shepard Fairey has donated an Israel/Palestine Signed Lithograph, (left). You like? bid here.

The piece that has been donated is on Mix Media on Stencil Collage on 100% Cotton Rag Paper, 44" x 60", Signed by Shepard.

The bidding ends on May 28, 2009 12:29:00 PM and has already started!