Andrea James

Random thoughts

Avatars as idealized self-perceptions

I always like to see how people make avatars of themselves within the confines of specific aesthetic systems. Above are examples of me as a Simpsons character and me as a Meez. I believe it says a lot about people’s…

Now back to our regular programming

We had a couple of technological hiccups this week, but I believe everything is all stabilized now. Thanks for your patience, and watch for backdated entries shortly.

Server crash

We had a server crash the other day and they backed up to an old version of this site and blog. Apologies to all who made comments that were lost! I will be rewriting the old entries today and adding…

Obligatory pet picture filler entry #1

Obligatory pet picture filler entry #1

I am busy working on mapping out our next project, so I thought I’d share a picture of one of my cats instead of writing a proper entry. From 2008 miscellany She is a Tonkinese mix, but what’s interesting is…

Snail attack!

Snail attack!

OK, the hibiscus is going to town: But today I found deux escargots hanging out: This poses a quandary for me, because I really don’t like to kill anything. It also reminded me of one of the best nature films…

My new Apple TV

I finally broke down and got an Apple TV as part of my forays into HD platforms. I got interested after we shot Casting Pearls in HD and seeing the picture quality when screened on good equipment at the Directors…

Superboring story about my recycling

I ordered a new blue recycling bin the other day from the city because my old one had nearly disintegrated. Because I am a geek, I was very excited to get it. The city just started recycling plastic grocery bags…

Calpernia Hosting @ Miss Kitty’s January 11th & 18th

In LA? Looking to get yer freak on? Once again, Calpernia will be hosting a night of decadence and underground fun at Miss Kitty’s Parlour on Friday night, January 11th & 18th. Miss Kitty’s Parlour @ The Dragonfly 6510 Santa…