Bohemian socialites
I put a few vintage photographs on the Facebook page yesterday and fans of the page liked them. The photographs were of gypsies who inspired the Bohemian culture that swept Europe in the early 20th century. (more…)
Creative opportunities for everyone? #culture
Living in the Black Country, all I seemed to hear about when I was young was the industry. Now I hear a lot about creativity and art. We used to make steel tubes here and all sorts of products that supported the motor industry and the building industry. The Black Country was an important part of a nation that was industrious. We made things. (more…)
Cool lifestyles #thrifty
It can be difficult being cool and fashionable when you’re on a budget. What is cool anyway? The latest trainers or hoody? A lot depends on the trendsetters. They can be pop stars or sporting celebrities or even a cartoon character. Cool is about association; understand that and you’re cool. (more…)
Rebelling again the Bourgeois #art
I’ve always been fascinated by Bohemianism and the concept that made people rebel against convention. The original bohemians weren’t poor but wanted the pleasures and the freedoms enjoyed by the poor. (more…)
Escape the rat race #culture
In an analogy to the modern city, many rats in a single maze expend a lot of effort running around, but ultimately achieve nothing (meaningful) either collectively or individually. This is often used in reference to work, particularly excessive or competitive work; in general terms, if one works too much, one is in the rat race. This terminology contains implications that many people see work as a seemingly endless pursuit with little reward or purpose. (more…)
Bank Holiday Monday Blues
I’ve photographed a few events this year. We had nice weather for the carnival and for the Black Country Festival that lasted all through July. I don’t think I’ll be taking photos today; it’s bank holiday and so obviously it’s raining. The council organised Sandwell Show will be on, for the second day. (more…)
Parking and other things #Sunday ramble
This is my first Sunday ramble on a Zillion Ideas, I usually post them on my WordPress blog. On a Sunday morning, I just ramble on about whatever is on my mind. Today it’s summer carnivals because the sun’s shining and it’s Tipton Carnival today. (more…)