We thoroughly reading through this piece from No Film School (and were so glad to confirm our NoHo Hank improvising suspicions). Make sure you read all the way through for Buchanan’s advise to aspiring editors:
Buchanan and the show’s other editor, Kyle Reiter, attempt to make every scene as funny, dramatic, or tense as they possibly can. It’s then a process of narrowing things down and nailing tone.
“And then you sit down and you watch the whole thing together, and that’s when you start to feel like, ‘Okay, we’ve gone too broad comedy here,’” he said. “‘We can’t have this broad comedy scene with this super-dramatic scene right after.’”
We thoroughly reading through this piece from No Film School (and were so glad to confirm our NoHo Hank improvising suspicions). Make sure you read all the way through for Buchanan’s advise to aspiring editors:
Buchanan and the show’s other editor, Kyle Reiter, attempt to make every scene as funny, dramatic, or tense as they possibly can. It’s then a process of narrowing things down and nailing tone.
“And then you sit down and you watch the whole thing together, and that’s when you start to feel like, ‘Okay, we’ve gone too broad comedy here,’” he said. “‘We can’t have this broad comedy scene with this super-dramatic scene right after.’”
You don’t know why you’re here, only that you have a job to do. At the end, you’re the only one left standing. Was it worth it? How will you move forward? September’s YA SFF books are full of dark adventures and magical sacrifices. See visions of the future in Katy Rose Pool’s There Will Come A Darkness; trade years of your life for magic in Kingdom of Souls by Rena Barron; and find out just how Atypical you are in The Infinite Noise, a continuation of the podcast The Bright Sessions, by Lauren Shippen.
You don’t know why you’re here, only that you have a job to do. At the end, you’re the only one left standing. Was it worth it? How will you move forward? September’s YA SFF books are full of dark adventures and magical sacrifices. See visions of the future in Katy Rose Pool’s There Will Come A Darkness; trade years of your life for magic in Kingdom of Souls by Rena Barron; and find out just how Atypical you are in The Infinite Noise, a continuation of the podcast The Bright Sessions, by Lauren Shippen.
Excellent review from Matt Zoller Seitz over at Vulture. We can’t wait to check this out!
There’s a bit at the start of the second episode of fantasy epic The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, a prequel to Jim Henson and Frank Oz’s 1982 feature film, that sums up everything that makes its merging of puppetry and filmmaking so special. It’s a simple scene: A minor character awakens in his bed one morning, steps into his shoes, pulls them on tight, eats a bowl of porridge at the kitchen table, spills some on his shirt, combs his hair in a hand mirror, then goes off to work as a cleaner, his duster and rag at the ready. It all feels as tossed-off as if you were watching a skilled human actor perform the actions. But the character is a puppet built in a shop, and all this marvelous naturalism is an illusion resulting from careful coordination among dozens of puppeteers, craftspeople, and filmmakers.
Excellent review from Matt Zoller Seitz over at Vulture. We can’t wait to check this out!
There’s a bit at the start of the second episode of fantasy epic The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, a prequel to Jim Henson and Frank Oz’s 1982 feature film, that sums up everything that makes its merging of puppetry and filmmaking so special. It’s a simple scene: A minor character awakens in his bed one morning, steps into his shoes, pulls them on tight, eats a bowl of porridge at the kitchen table, spills some on his shirt, combs his hair in a hand mirror, then goes off to work as a cleaner, his duster and rag at the ready. It all feels as tossed-off as if you were watching a skilled human actor perform the actions. But the character is a puppet built in a shop, and all this marvelous naturalism is an illusion resulting from careful coordination among dozens of puppeteers, craftspeople, and filmmakers.
During the aftermath of the shooting in West Texas, former FBI Assistant Director Frank Figliuzzi talks about the warning signs and indicators that people should worry about when it comes to potential mass shooters: increasing isolation, obsession with an
How do we get guns away from unstable people who should never possess them? According to former FBI Assistant Director Frank Figliuzzi, the early details and eyewitness account around the shooting in West Texas will only serve to further the ongoing
After a shooting in Texas left multiple people dead and wounded, Vice President Pence and other politicians have spoken out about the situation. NBC's Kelly O'Donnell reports on the compressing timeline of political reactions to these events from the
Democratic lawmakers and presidential candidates renewed their calls for tougher gun legislation after 24 people were shot, five of them fatally, during a series of shootings in West Texas.
Tiffany Parada was traveling with her family when a shooter opened fire at her vehicle in Texas. Though she claims her car was hit multiple times, her family is uninjured.
Adafruit PDM Microphone Breakout with JST SH Connector: An exotic new microphone has arrived in the Adafruit shop, a PDM MEMS Microphone! PDM is the ‘third’ kind of microphone you can integrate with electronics, apart from analog or I2S. These microphones are very commonly used in products, but are rarely seen in maker projects. Still, they have some benefits so we thought we’d offer a breakout for the shop.
Working with Grove requires no soldering. Just plug the sensors, actuators, or displays into this shield via a Grove cable (not included), so you can focus on coding and making!
Robots are everywhere! They vacuum our houses, work in our factories, help us learn at school, and play with us at home. They sample rocks from other planets, survey disaster zones from the air, and bring back images from the bottom of the ocean.
Bots! by Kathy Ceceri – Book and Parts Bundle: We wanted to offer a pack that has everything you need to follow along the book and complete the projects. Many of the parts included are common, re-usable components, so you will be able to build on what you’ve learned and come up with new inventions!
What better way to dip your maker toes into the inviting waters of electronics and robotics than with this bundle which includes goodies to follow all the chapters? No soldering required, great for any age and experience!
FTDI Serial TTL-232 USB Type C Cable: Just about all electronics use a UART serial port with RX and TX pins for debugging, bootloading, programming, serial output, etc. But it’s rare for a computer to have a serial port anymore. Thus, a serial cable is an essential part of any electrical engineer’s toolkit.
This is a USB C to TTL serial cable with an FTDI FT232R usb/serial chip embedded in the head. It has a 6-pin socket at the end with 5V power and ground, as well as RX, TX, RTS and CTS at 3V logic levels. Useful whenever you want to communicate with a TTL serial device such as an Arduino Pro Mini or ESP breakout, and the pinout will match up exactly to any ‘FTDI’ 6-pin header.
Rainbow Pibow Coupé 4 for Raspberry Pi 4: What’s that you say? You just received your new Raspberry Pi 4 in the mail and want to get a new colorful case? Well, you are in luck! We now have this new slim, hackable, and attractive case for your new Raspberry Pi 4! This is the classic Pimoroni rainbow case in a slim fit, so you can fit HATs, pHATs and bonnets on top.
Pimoroni Fan SHIM for Raspberry Pi: Looking for another way to keep your Raspberry Pi cool? Hook up Pimoroni’s miniature 5V Fan SHIM and prevent your hard-working Pi from overheating! It’ll keep your Pi running at top performance and it’s stealthy-silent. The software will turn on the fan only when necessary, and has an RGB LED status indicator as well.
Designed for use with the high-power Raspberry Pi 4, but will also work just fine with the 3 B+ and 3 A+
The Things Indoor LoRaWAN WiFi Gateway – 8 Channel LoRa 900 MHz: Meet the affordable 8 Channel LoRa gateway from TTN, The Things Indoor Gateway! Simple name for a straight-to-the point product. It’s the new low cost, indoor multi-channel LoRaWAN gateway designed by The Things Network, so you know it will work perfectly with TTN. Make a free account, plug it in, follow the easy step-by-step installation instructions and you’ve got yourself a LoRaWAN to Internet gateway in under 5 minutes. No setup or usage fees.
Adafruit Perma-Proto 40-Pin Raspberry Pi Half-Size PCB Kit – with 2×20 Header: We put a PermaProto half-sized proto board in a blender with a Pi Cobbler and out emerged this very tasty confection – the 40-Pin PermaProto for Pi! It has the Cobbler baked right in. Simply solder the 2×20 box header in, and you get all the labeled breakouts with extra prototyping space, power rails, mounting holes and that gorgeous silk.
Adafruit Perma-Proto 40-Pin Raspberry Pi Breadboard PCB Kit – with 2×20 Header: We put a PermaProto full-sized proto board in a blender with a Pi Cobbler and out emerged this very tasty confection – the 40-Pin PermaProto for Pi! It has the Cobbler baked right in. Simply solder the 2×20 box header in, and you get all the labeled breakouts with tons of prototyping space, power rails, mounting holes and that gorgeous silk.
Being invited to a gala is exciting and gives you the opportunity to help raise money for a good cause. However, figuring out what to wear can seem like a daunting task, whether it’s your first gala or your fiftieth. Dressing for a gala can be easy and fun when you follow the dress code and add your own personal style!
Wear a LBD if the invitation specifies a semi-formal or cocktail dress code. Dressing for a cocktail party can be confusing, because it’s easy to under- or over-dress, but a little black dress is the perfect solution. When in doubt, select a comfortable and stylish party dress that hits just above the knee in plain black for a classic take. If you want to get more creative, you can choose a dress in a seasonal color.[1]
If you don’t want to wear a dress, semi-formal events are great for getting creative while still looking fancy. To switch things up, put on a set of classy but colorful separates or a refined jumpsuit.
Opt for a full-length ball gown if the invitation says the event is white tie. Choose a glamorous gown in a seasonal color, or opt for an always-fashionable black gown. Make sure the gown touches the floor, which is expected for white tie events. Go to a specialty dress store or search online, and have the gown tailored to fit you. If you’re on a budget, consider renting a gown for the event, which can be much cheaper.[2]
Long gloves are common at white tie affairs, and can complement or match your dress color.
If you’ve never bought a gown before, look for a shape that complements your body. Pick a size that fits you the best in most areas, and then get the dress tailored to your body shape for the most flattering results.
Choose a classy evening dress if the dress code is black tie. Black tie galas are only slightly less formal than white tie events. Evening gowns that touch the floor are acceptable, but you can look for unique gowns in a variety of colors or with embellishments. Shorter dresses can also be appropriate, as long as they’re fancy.[3]
When looking for a dress, check specialty stores, the “formal” section of online retailers, and even some department stores. If possible, try on the dress and have it tailored for the best fit.
Darker colors are generally more acceptable for a black tie occasion, but you shouldn’t feel confined to navy and blue. Feel free to spice it up if you find a gown that speaks to you.
If you opt for a dress that isn’t floor-length, the hem should hit at or just below the knee. If you have any doubts about your dress, don't be afraid to ask the party planner for clarification.
Think outside the box if the dress code on the invitation is creative black tie. Although it’s one of the most vague dress codes, creative black tie will let your imagination run wild. Don a pantsuit, play with wild prints, or amp up your accessories. However, remember that the overall impression should be formal and tasteful.[4]
If there’s a specific theme, like a Valentine’s Day gala for charity, try to stick to it within reason. This is your chance to show off your creativity and look uniquely fabulous. For example, you might choose to wear a sparkly red dress, or a dress covered in hearts or flowers. You can accessorize creatively by wearing little cherub wings or carrying a toy bow and arrow!
Select the perfect pair of heels for the venue. While most galas warrant a pair of stilettos, check the invitation to make sure you’ll be able to comfortably walk in the pair that you have in mind. If the venue is outdoors or the flooring is notoriously precarious, opt for a shorter or wider heel for added stability.[5]
Both open-toe and closed-toe shoes are acceptable, depending on the weather. If you’re unsure about what kind of shoes you should wear, ask the party planner to clarify!
Your shoe color should complement the color of your gown. If you’re in doubt, opt for a basic black satin heel that will match most evening gowns.
Wearing flatter shoes may make it difficult to walk without tripping on a long hem, so be sure to try on your shoes with your dress and walk around a bit.
If you can’t or don’t want to wear heels, choose a pair of glamorous flats that complement your gown without drawing too much attention. Look for pairs that have embellishments like jewels or bows, and are made of high-quality materials like patent leather, leatherette, or even suede.
Choose classic jewelry like pearls, earrings, and bracelets for any gala. Regardless of the dress code, wear tasteful, classic jewelry, like a pair of sparkly earrings or a pearl necklace to draw attention to your face and hair. If your gown doesn’t have many embellishments, wear some silver or gold bracelets to add some glamour to the outfit.[6]
Make sure your jewelry looks valuable, even if it’s not. Gold, silver, and pearls are all acceptable, even if they’re imitation pieces. If you’re looking for sparkle, cubic zirconia is an inexpensive and beautiful alternative to diamonds.
Remember to balance your jewelry. If you’re wearing a very colorful or large statement necklace or bracelet, pair it with smaller earrings or bracelets. Alternatively, you might choose to wear one statement piece and no other jewelry.
Stick to a small purse with just the essentials. Since you’ll be on the move all evening, pack a clutch with lipstick or gloss, face powder, your ID, a small wallet, and your phone. Some clutch purses have a small, delicate shoulder strap that allows you to use your hands throughout the night, as well![7]
Coordinate the color or fabric of your bag to match your shoes. It will pull your look together and make your choices seem thought-out and purposeful.
Leave the shoulder bags and totes at home since they tend to be bulky and burdensome.
Have your hair professionally styled to save time. Your hair is an integral part of your gala look, so it needs to be polished and perfect. A professional stylist will be able to achieve the best style for your gown. If you have a gown with a lot of embellishments on the back or neckline, consider getting an updo to show them off.[8]
For short hair, make sure it’s sleek and polished. Your hairstyle should look purposeful, even if it’s shorter cut.
Do your hair at home for a less expensive option. Devote time to straightening or curling your hair at home with quality products, like a styling balm and strong hold spray. Then, leave your hair down for an ultra-glamorous look, or pin it into an updo for a more sleek appearance. You can even try to do a simple braid, as long as it looks clean and professional.[9]
Classic styles like the French twist, chignon, and curled bun are easier to pull off at home. Try watching a YouTube tutorial and doing a trial run about a week before the event. If it doesn’t work, choose a different style and try it out before the event!
Wear makeup with accented eyes or lips. Keep your foundation and blush looking natural, and use concealer to cover any blemishes. Focus on your eyes or lips as the accent for your makeup look, but not both. If you choose a dramatic eye look, keep your lips a natural nude color. If you’re wearing a deep or bright lipstick, use only mascara and eyeliner to accentuate your eyes.[10]
For a more natural look, try wearing a light foundation, a few swipes of mascara, and a clear lip gloss. This gives a very subtle but professional look, and allows your clothes to be the focal point of your appearance.
Wear a full tuxedo with tails for any event with a white tie dress code. White tie galas require a tailed coat, matching trousers, a wing-collared shirt with studs and cufflinks, white waistcoat, and a white bow tie. For shoes, wear black evening pumps with comfortable black socks in a fabric like silk.[11]
The dress code for men is pretty strict when it comes to white tie events, but you can still accessorize with items like pocket squares, cufflinks, and studs. Show your creativity and unique style wherever possible.
Choose a tux without tails for a black tie dress code. Select a tuxedo with a 1 or 2 button dinner jacket, matching trousers, real bow tie, and cummerbund or waistcoat. For shoes, wear black pumps or oxfords to complete the look.[12]
Although the dress code is black-tie, you can alter the color of the tie to match your date’s outfit for an added fashion statement.
Stick to black or midnight blue for your tuxedo, unless it’s otherwise specified on the invitation. In the case of “black tie optional” events, you can choose other colors or unique fabrics, like velvet.
Put on a classic dark suit if the invitation says semi-formal attire. Although you don’t have to wear a tuxedo, you should still look put together. Wear a white shirt with a well-fitted black, navy, or charcoal suit with a dark tie. Finish out the outfit with classic, shiny oxford shoes.[13]
If you want to add some intrigue to your outfit, wear a shirt that matches the color of your jacket and trousers.
Try a patterned suit if the invitation says the dress code is creative black tie. For themed events, get creative with your suit fabric by choosing an unconventional color or pattern. Details like embroidery and embellishments can make your out interesting without being too over the top. If you have a date for the event, try to coordinate with their outfit, as well![14]
You can also stand out with your shoes, the color of your button down shirt, and even your tie.
When dressing for a themed event, try to stick to a specific color scheme to avoid looking like your outfit is mismatched!
Have your tuxedo properly fitted before the event. The key to quality menswear for a gala is a good fit. Visit a tailor to have your pants, jacket, and shirt tailored to your body and style. The tailor will make sure your labels, trousers, and overall appearance are exceptional.[15]
They can also suggest ways to stand out, especially when all of the men are wearing the same general outfit. They might recommend a printed lining for your jacket, unique braiding on the trousers, or an eye-catching pocket square.
Pick the best bow tie for your outfit and face. When it comes to formal events, clip-on bow ties are never acceptable. Look for a sturdy fabric in a color that either complements your tuxedo or your date’s outfit. The edges of the bow should align with the outer corners of your eyes.[16]
If you’ve never tied a bow tie, now is the time to learn! There are many different styles, but the classic semi-butterfly is the most popular. If you’re having trouble, ask the tailor to help you tie the perfect bow.
Accessorize your look with cufflinks and jewelry. Pick out silver or gold cufflinks with gems or engraving on them. If you have a watch with a metal or leather band, you should wear it to the event. It’ll help with staying on time, and it gives a more professional appearance.[17]
You can also wear jewelry like small chain necklaces or rings, as long as the metals don’t clash with each other or look gaudy.
Make sure you look clean and polished. A few days before the event, get a haircut and tame any facial hair. Good grooming pulls the outfit together and is important for appearing tasteful. On the day of the event, wear your hair slicked back or styled.[18]
Remember to trim your fingernails and shape your eyebrows, as well. You can get a manicure and an eyebrow wax at a salon or spa.
2020 candidate Julian Castro says that the shooting that has left multiple people dead and more injured is "tremendously heartbreaking" and claims we need to "do something to strengthen our gun laws."
Adafruit PDM Microphone Breakout with JST SH Connector: An exotic new microphone has arrived in the Adafruit shop, a PDM MEMS Microphone! PDM is the ‘third’ kind of microphone you can integrate with electronics, apart from analog or I2S. These microphones are very commonly used in products, but are rarely seen in maker projects. Still, they have some benefits so we thought we’d offer a breakout for the shop.
Working with Grove requires no soldering. Just plug the sensors, actuators, or displays into this shield via a Grove cable (not included), so you can focus on coding and making!
Robots are everywhere! They vacuum our houses, work in our factories, help us learn at school, and play with us at home. They sample rocks from other planets, survey disaster zones from the air, and bring back images from the bottom of the ocean.
Bots! by Kathy Ceceri – Book and Parts Bundle: We wanted to offer a pack that has everything you need to follow along the book and complete the projects. Many of the parts included are common, re-usable components, so you will be able to build on what you’ve learned and come up with new inventions!
What better way to dip your maker toes into the inviting waters of electronics and robotics than with this bundle which includes goodies to follow all the chapters? No soldering required, great for any age and experience!
FTDI Serial TTL-232 USB Type C Cable: Just about all electronics use a UART serial port with RX and TX pins for debugging, bootloading, programming, serial output, etc. But it’s rare for a computer to have a serial port anymore. Thus, a serial cable is an essential part of any electrical engineer’s toolkit.
This is a USB C to TTL serial cable with an FTDI FT232R usb/serial chip embedded in the head. It has a 6-pin socket at the end with 5V power and ground, as well as RX, TX, RTS and CTS at 3V logic levels. Useful whenever you want to communicate with a TTL serial device such as an Arduino Pro Mini or ESP breakout, and the pinout will match up exactly to any ‘FTDI’ 6-pin header.
Rainbow Pibow Coupé 4 for Raspberry Pi 4: What’s that you say? You just received your new Raspberry Pi 4 in the mail and want to get a new colorful case? Well, you are in luck! We now have this new slim, hackable, and attractive case for your new Raspberry Pi 4! This is the classic Pimoroni rainbow case in a slim fit, so you can fit HATs, pHATs and bonnets on top.
Pimoroni Fan SHIM for Raspberry Pi: Looking for another way to keep your Raspberry Pi cool? Hook up Pimoroni’s miniature 5V Fan SHIM and prevent your hard-working Pi from overheating! It’ll keep your Pi running at top performance and it’s stealthy-silent. The software will turn on the fan only when necessary, and has an RGB LED status indicator as well.
Designed for use with the high-power Raspberry Pi 4, but will also work just fine with the 3 B+ and 3 A+
The Things Indoor LoRaWAN WiFi Gateway – 8 Channel LoRa 900 MHz: Meet the affordable 8 Channel LoRa gateway from TTN, The Things Indoor Gateway! Simple name for a straight-to-the point product. It’s the new low cost, indoor multi-channel LoRaWAN gateway designed by The Things Network, so you know it will work perfectly with TTN. Make a free account, plug it in, follow the easy step-by-step installation instructions and you’ve got yourself a LoRaWAN to Internet gateway in under 5 minutes. No setup or usage fees.
Adafruit Perma-Proto 40-Pin Raspberry Pi Half-Size PCB Kit – with 2×20 Header: We put a PermaProto half-sized proto board in a blender with a Pi Cobbler and out emerged this very tasty confection – the 40-Pin PermaProto for Pi! It has the Cobbler baked right in. Simply solder the 2×20 box header in, and you get all the labeled breakouts with extra prototyping space, power rails, mounting holes and that gorgeous silk.
Adafruit Perma-Proto 40-Pin Raspberry Pi Breadboard PCB Kit – with 2×20 Header: We put a PermaProto full-sized proto board in a blender with a Pi Cobbler and out emerged this very tasty confection – the 40-Pin PermaProto for Pi! It has the Cobbler baked right in. Simply solder the 2×20 box header in, and you get all the labeled breakouts with tons of prototyping space, power rails, mounting holes and that gorgeous silk.
