tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29431121611589391332024-02-18T23:43:34.722-08:00me@lantaMy passion for design has lead me down south to Atlanta, GA, where I will be spending the next two years working towards my MFA at Savannah College of Art and Design. I consider myself very lucky to pursue this experience and hope you will all stop by from time to time and share this amazing adventure with me.cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-73913169756190352502009-10-11T21:39:00.000-07:002009-10-11T21:41:46.786-07:00Join me in my journey...I'm going to participate in my first half marathon. I have a blog documenting the journey. I hope you'll follow along. I'm way behind in updating this blog but I promise I will have lots of new content soon!http://cdefrank-runbabyrun.blogspot.com/cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-188536271515478072009-06-27T08:34:00.000-07:002009-06-28T13:27:51.008-07:00CaliforniaA little over a week ago I flew out to Orange County California to visit my friend John. I had a blast! It was relaxing, entertaining and beautiful. I spent a week there and when I wasn't working out, relaxing at the pool or soaking in the hot tub, I was exploring SoCal with John and some new friends. I did a lot in just a week:• Stars on Hollywood Blvd.• Night out in West Hollywood• Hike in LA cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-90673183962148889722009-06-27T07:58:00.000-07:002009-06-27T08:33:53.048-07:00Atlanta Pride 5K RunThis morning I participated in the Atlanta Pride 5K run at Piedmont park. I had originally signed up for the race because I knew two of the girls running in it. We had made plans to meet up at the park before the race and run together. That didn't end up happening.The girls ended up bailing so I was left with the decision to attend the race on my own...or I could just skip it? I'm happy to say I cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-44431772882332587862009-05-14T03:14:00.000-07:002009-05-14T00:18:10.145-07:00Barbara KrugerI'm writing an 11 page research paper on Barbara Kruger. She is internationally renowned for her signature black, white and red poster-style works of art that convey in-your-face messages on women's rights and issues of power. You've probably seen her work before, just thought I'd share it with all of you. http://www.arthistoryarchive.com/arthistory/feminist/Barbara-Kruger.htmlcdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-50059159490955958092009-04-22T20:47:00.000-07:002009-04-23T06:50:46.055-07:00EARTH (to all people that hog sidewalks) DAY. In honor of Earth Day I decided to leave my SUV at home today and ride my bike to do some errands. The total trip ended up being about 10 miles (class was canceled so I had some time to spare). It felt great to get a workout in while getting stuff done all while treating the earth a little better. Although, I do have to point out what a shame it is that biking around this town/city is not all cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-87821412043432188682009-04-04T14:37:00.001-07:002009-04-04T16:13:25.612-07:00Savasana....Saturday mornings I've been attending a yoga class at Piedmont Park. It's so much fun. It's a great workout and relaxing at the same time. In this picture we had just finished the workout and were in Savasana...This pose is about letting go completely. Proper relaxation is essential for the health of our mind and body and for clarity of thought for making good choice. You can actually see me! I'mcdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-73034156099793959472009-03-22T21:35:00.000-07:002009-03-23T07:02:38.917-07:00Loving Atlanta!Well I've been here in Atlanta for a little over a week and I've already done so much. It's even more amazing than I thought it would be. I'm not having any problems adjusting to the 70 degree weather, walks in piedmont park, bike rides exploring midtown, cocktails on the patio and so many other things.The people here are very friendly. Rex and I got invited to a "Yappy Hour" at the park near bycdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-29411648666062382752009-03-14T01:58:00.000-07:002009-03-14T02:21:35.328-07:001hour to go...Rain is welcoming me to GA., but that's ok...I'm feeling optimistic so I'll consider it a sign of luck. I've been packing all week (with lots of help from mom) loaded the truck this morning, and left Ohio around 5pm. Audra and I have been driving for 10 hours straight and we have discovered that rex has a bladder the size of lake Erie because he has yet to pee. He has been such a good boy though.cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-48198448361854398732009-02-25T07:05:00.000-08:002009-02-25T07:49:25.430-08:00An indescribable feeling...My decision to further my education at SCAD was sparked by the feeling I get when I collaborate with other creative minds. After working as a graphic designer for the past 8 years in the real world, I realized I wanted to feel that feeling all the time.I'm obsessed with the design process. This process is intense and very important. All the ideas (good, bad, and even stupid) are addressed during cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-38239395565095876242009-02-24T09:54:00.000-08:002009-02-24T10:24:27.372-08:001717 is a significant number to me. My softball number was 17 and it was also my favorite age. Anytime I see that number, whether it is the time (5:17) or the amount I own for dinner ($12.17) or even a route number (rt 17), I can't help but smile and drift back for a moment.Today as I was frantically going through my "to do" list completely overwhelmed by how little was check off the list I decidedcdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-71773819907086487592009-02-19T20:58:00.001-08:002009-02-20T06:39:34.387-08:00Camden Brookwood 147 26th Street NW, Apt 1111, Atlanta, GA 30309-4804Jot down the address above. You'll need it when you come down south to visit me because starting March 13th this will be my place of residence. It's pretty fantastic and close to everything, including SCAD (I can ride my bike there). There is a fitness center, pool, grilling area, outdoor fireplace and even a small dog park all for resident use on this property. My apartment has an open floor cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-8192058486129268512009-02-17T19:04:00.000-08:002009-02-17T20:57:41.562-08:00For Rent. For Real.I've been down here in Atlanta for two days now searching for a place to live. It's helped me become more familiar with the area...there is so much to do here. I've seen about 5 or 6 places and I'm driving myself crazy going back and forth with pros and cons of each (knowing me and my incredible talent for over thinking things, this isn't surprising) but I'll have to make up my mind by tomorrow.cdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2943112161158939133.post-87560385432927644092009-02-03T19:13:00.000-08:002009-02-04T09:52:27.354-08:00Registration complete.I just officially registered for my first three classes at SCAD-Atlanta. It's really starting to sink in now that in a little over a month things will be quite different for me. I'm excited. It's something I need to do and believe I will greatly benefit from this experience. I am going to miss my friends, family and girlfriend so much, they all have been so supportive and encouraging through thiscdefrankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11525736268167326146noreply@blogger.com4