by Manuel Marino | Architectural Art
Glass has always been one of the most popular and widely used building materials due to its ability to let light into buildings while providing protection from the elements. In recent years, however, our fascination with glass has taken a new direction, and its use in architecture is evolving. Architectural glass has become essential in modern construction, and as architects design new structures to create stunning city skylines, many incorporate this style into their designs.
Looking at the majority of contemporary buildings occupying prominent positions in city skylines like London’s St Pancras Station, the Gherkin, the Shard, and the Pinnacle, architectural glass is featured extensively, whether internally, externally, or both. Outside London B52 - Wade Crawley is back with a great B52 concert review! If you remember, Wade wrote for us Punk music in the late seventies. Now read his new exclusive article for ManuelMarino.com! The B52’s, London Roundhouse It was on a hot and very sweaty summer night in London’s trendy Camden and a packed audience of all… , it is favored by major blue-chip companies such as electronics giants O2 and Sony, high street banks, colleges, universities, hospitals, and leading financial and legal organizations.… ...Read the rest.
“Architectural Glass”
by Manuel Marino | Humor
Don’t take yourself too seriously; after all, no one leaves this world alive. A sense of humor involves the ability to appreciate incongruity, absurdity, unexpected outcomes, pleasant surprises, or sudden events. Humor helps soften life’s blows, as evidenced by the humor people express at funerals. In a recent seminar, participants identified humor as an essential coping mechanism, playing a role in their spirituality and their understanding of life’s meaning. Nurses’ use of humor is crucial for building trusting relationships with patients.
Emmett Fox said, “Cultivate a sense of humor. Look for the funny side of everything. It is always there and will help you face any situation. Laugh at yourself at least once before 10 o’clock every morning.”
Here are seven benefits of maintaining a sense of humor:
- Stop taking yourself so seriously: Learn to laugh at yourself. Laughing at oneself relieves stress and shifts your focus to other matters. After a good laugh, you’ll feel lighter and more open to solutions. Discover the humor in your neuroses and weaknesses. Embracing humor makes life easier to live and positively impacts your health.
- Relieves stress: Laughter has been proven to help relieve stress following disasters. When life seems to
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“What’s Humor Got to Do With It?”
by Manuel Marino | Cult Films
Watching a movie is one of the best ways to unwind after a long day at work and bond with others who share similar tastes in films. People have diverse preferences when it comes to movies, which is why there are various film genres available today to cater to different tastes.
- Action movies: Typically high-energy, big-budget films featuring physical stunts and thrilling chases. These movies often showcase fights, escapes, and impressive special effects like floods, explosions, and fires. A heroic protagonist usually battles the villains in these films.
- Adventure movies: Exciting stories with new experiences or exotic locations, often closely related to or combined with the action genre. These films provide an action-packed, lively experience for the audience and can include swashbucklers, serialized films, historical spectacles, lost continent expeditions, treasure hunts, or voyages into the unknown. Unlike action movies, which primarily emphasize violence and fighting, adventure movies allow audiences to vicariously experience the travels, conquests, and explorations of brave characters.
- Comedy movies: One of the oldest film genres, comedies aim to evoke mirth and laughter. These films usually have a happy ending and can range from lighthearted stories purely for amusement to those with political or social commentary,
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“Different Genres of Films”
by Manuel Marino | Watercolors
Watercolor painting Watercolor Painting Trick - Sprinkling sodium - Painting trick Sprinkling a small amount of table salt on wet paint creates delicate, flower-like patterns. Each salt crystal pushes away the pigment, leaving a lighter area underneath. This effect can be used to create fields of flowers, snow, or tree leaves. It also adds interest to backgrounds or foregrounds with minimal activity. Using salt… is an art form that can bring you eternal bliss through the unique experience it offers. When you put your thoughts on paper, you channel your creativity, leaving you with a sense of satisfaction and contentment. Many people believe that to paint with watercolors, one must be a skilled painter, but this is not the case. Anyone with a flair for creativity can become a proficient painter.
All you need is paper, watercolors, and your imagination. With a few tips on how to hold a paintbrush, different painting techniques, and how to give shape to your imagination, you can master watercolor painting Watercolor Painting Trick - Sprinkling sodium - Painting trick Sprinkling a small amount of table salt on wet paint creates delicate, flower-like patterns. Each salt crystal pushes away the pigment, leaving a lighter area underneath. This effect can be used to create fields of flowers, snow, or tree leaves. It also adds interest to backgrounds or foregrounds with minimal activity. Using salt… . Here are some basic tips for painting with watercolors:
1.) One simple approach to watercolor painting is to start by sketching your subject on paper with a pencil. Pencils allow you … ...Read the rest.
“Basic Tips to Paint in Watercolor”
by Manuel Marino | Indie Rock
If indie music How exactly to Work With tough folks in the Indie music World - What is Indie Music World? I am willing to wager that the most challenging aspect of your life at this moment is interacting with and managing relationships with others. It's a bet I believe I would easily win, as almost everyone faces this issue. It's the bane of the human experience. A famous French philosopher… holds a special place in your heart within the vast world of sound, you’ve likely listened to indie gems like “Death Cab for Cutie,” “The Decemberists,” “Bright Eyes,” “The National,” and “Mumford & Sons.” But are you familiar with “Rocky Votolato,” “William Fitzsimmons,” or “Great Lake Swimmers”? If so, that’s great! However, I’m sure you know of many bands and artists that my ears have yet to discover and would be grateful for the introduction. The question is, how can local, emerging indie bands find their way into your heart through your headphones? Discovering new music when you’re craving something fresh can be one of the most challenging tasks, but once you do, it feels incredible.
Finding new music, particularly from lesser-known indie artists, is difficult. The first hurdle … ...Read the rest.
“Unearthing Hidden Indie Music Gems”
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