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This three-legged decorated war hero had one leg lost to surgery after taking four rounds from an AK-47.

Bad. Mother. Fucker.

Those eyes say “Pretend to throw the tennis ball. I dare you to only pretend.”

I think those eyes say a lot more than that. He’s seen more than I ever will, done more than I’ll ever do, and his war will never be over.

He’s got Ranger scrolls on his collar. That dog is a god damn hero.

I just noticed the Purple Heart and that Scroll.
Wow. Just wow. 
The picture alone, in all it’s detail says a lot of things. god damn.

I can’t not reblog this dog… his you
Eyes say so much

I’ve never seen a dog with such a face like that. Like an old man who went to war and if you ask him about he just stiffens up and face turns to stone. 

Layka is a lady dog. Let’s remember that.

Now, it’s an understandable problem - our socialization instantly encourages us to see this rugged, sleek, military animal as a male. Three-legged hero dog with military decorations and stern-appearing eyes? TOTALLY A DUDE DOG, JUST LOOK AT HIM. It’s a programmed response, and nothing to be ashamed of - let’s just be accurate and note that Layka’s a female.

I’ve highlighted all the reblogs above where Layka is described as a hero, an old man, with male pronouns - rather than the fierce, charming heroine she is. It’s kind of a teachable moment: how does an image of an animal, displaying absolutely no secondary sex characteristics, instantly give us these fictional headcanons about its gender and gender performance? It’s an impressive demonstration of our ability to translate body language.

The photographer who took this compelling shot noted that Layka’s playful, bouncy energy made it nearly impossible for him to get a shot with her mouth closed! He ended up having to stop using the tennis ball he was using to get her attention, because it made her too excited and smiley. Based on the photos below, I think she’d have quite a sense of humor about the “where’s the tennis ball?” game!

Of course, the photographer did end up connecting with a fundamental aspect of Layka’s nature in the cover photo; her serious, soldier side. But that’s not all the animal is. Does the dog in the unused shots still resemble an “old man?” Is the dog in the unused shots male or female? Is it still a hero with its tongue out? Is it still admirable without a “face like stone?”

This is what I mean when I say that we have to examine the lenses of culture and society that we are always, always looking through when we talk about science biology.

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captainbutttouch:

Eat your fucking heart out 

I’m the cutest thing alive 

these people are trash you fucking go girl

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Paris-based illustrator Nicolas Delort creates mysterious black and white scratchboard illustrations. Using nothing but black ink and sharp tools, Delort etches his elaborate drawings into the surface of a clayboard. Despite the monochromatic palette, his works carry out a sense of colorfulness through their dynamic and wondrous scenarios.

Because of his scratchboard technique, Delort‘s works are focusing more on the negative space and its function in the art world. His high-contrast illustrations are full of apocalyptic dynamism, accentuated by the eccentric compositions, intrinsic etching and attention to every minuscule detail. Despite that, artist says his workflow is pretty chaotic.

“Up until the final inking stage, my work is mostly improvisation, because I’m basically never happy with my stuff until it’s finished <…> I start out with a bunch of thumbnails and when I find one that I like open it up in Photoshop and move stuff around until I’m satisfied. I make a final sketch, transfer it on to the scratchboard and scratch away till my wrist hurts.“

While some of Delort‘s narratives might be utterly unknown, others illustrate scenes from literary works such as Harry Potter, American Gods, or are designated movie posters. Although modern in content, Delort‘s works remind us of such artists as Gustav Doré and even Albrecht Dürer who‘ve been advocating the noteworthy art of etching years past. (via Lost At E Minor; Hypocrite Design)

The post Artist Creates Elaborate Black And White Scratchboard Illustrations By Etching Into The Black Ink appeared first on Beautiful/Decay Artist & Design.

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Encouragement: Pass It On!

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Oliver the Dog and Arashi the Cat: the cutest best friends ever!

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Happiness in photo set form. 

The happiness that oozes from this photo set is over whelming.

Problems and scary thoughts don’t disappear. However, we can always talk about them with those we love until they’re no longer scary.

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Pikachu is me at the gym

same

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jerry accidentally walked into someone elses interview so he backtracked and pulled out his phone and just scrolled through it in the middle of the red carpet

does art imitate life? or does life imitate art?

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You met me at a very strange time in my life - Fight Club Fan Art by Koning

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Brick wall houses a sliding door.

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y is that beyonce idgi

WH Y DO I SEE IT?!

I don’t get Beyonce, but Lorde is spot on.

Cause Beyoncé is the NidoQUEEN

This somehow all makes sense to me

Woah

jcasanovaandrsn:

If this shit isn’t inspiring, I don’t know what is.

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Robin Williams was found dead today, report authorities in his home town. The report of Williams’ death comes from the Marin County Sheriff department. The department released a statement saying that authorities found Robin McLaurin Williams unconscious and not breathing inside his home in Tiburon, CA, and that he was pronounced dead this afternoon. The report says that suicide is suspected, but a true cause of death has yet to be confirmed.

Williams was equally known for his manic comic energy and his ability to portray heavy dramatic roles. He was an uncanny chameleon, mimic, and clown, able to channel whole characters in a single affectation and statement. When Williams’ first stand-up specials hit, they were unlike anything else. His best comedy had the same effect as great pop songs: Williams would riff on a line or character in a way that stuck that thing in your head forever. Nearly every comedian relies upon language, but Williams could dance around words like few others.

After an appearance on Happy Days, his kooky alien character Mork was spun off into a TV show of his own in 1978. Along with Mork & Mindy, Williams’ few live stand-up specials pushed him into the spotlight as one of the defining comic voices of the ’80s. After a set of early film roles, his comic and dramatic abilities came together in the 1987 film Good Morning Vietnam; prime roles followed in films such as Dead Poets Society, Aladdin, The Fisher King, Good Will Hunting, Insomnia and One Hour Photo.

Williams won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for Good Will Hunting. His acceptance speech is wonderful.

Even a passing glance at Williams’ film work reveals a common core: his wildly entertaining comedy so often seemed to be a cover for a very dark worldview. In that respect, he was the ultimate clown, which is something I write as the highest of compliments. There was a part of Williams that seethed, and which could be very difficult to look squarely in the eye. Good Morning Vietnam touched on this; World’s Greatest Dad stared it straight in the face.

But Williams’ comedy never seemed like a put-on; there was genuine joy in his performances. He seemed fearless — who else would do Altman’s Popeye? — and his energy could buoy a scene to incredible heights. The comedy world is full of tales of Williams as a generous collaborator, and someone who was ready with advice for up and coming talent.

Some of the ’80s stand-up specials appeared to be the product of heavy cocaine use, which Williams later admitted. Williams quit drugs in the ’80s, and hit rehab in 2006 after relapsing into alcohol use. Depression has been revealed as a contributing factor in his death. The actor’s long-time publicist said today, “Robin Williams passed away this morning. He has been battling severe depression of late. This is a tragic and sudden loss. The family respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time.”

Williams wife said in a statement,

This morning, I lost my husband and my best friend, while the world lost one of its most beloved artists and beautiful human beings. I am utterly heartbroken. On behalf of Robin’s family, we are asking for privacy during our time of profound grief. As he is remembered, it is our hope the focus will not be on Robin’s death, but on the countless moments of joy and laughter he gave to millions.

Here’s Williams’ appearance on WTF with Marc Maron, doing a very revealing interview:

Here’s a career-spanning interview conducted by Charlie Rose:

Here’s a recent stand-up performance by Williams, with all his energy and quick thinking on display:

The post Robin Williams Has Died at Age 63 appeared first on /Film.

Leandra Leal vai dirigir série de 10 episódios

No ar atualmente como a mocinha de "Império", Leandra Leal deve passar para detrás das câmeras em breve. A atriz será a diretora de "A Idade Perigosa", série de suspense prevista para ir ao ar no GNT no ano que vem. Escrita por Lucas Paraízo, colaborador de "O Rebu", a produção gira em torno de uma adolescente assassina e os relacionamentos de quatro casais de jovens. Serão ao todos 10 episódios.

Esta não será a estreia de Leandra na direção, uma vez que há anos ela vem trabalhando no documentário "Divinas Divas". Curiosamente, há um movimento de atrizes que querem assumir trabalhos de direção. Atualmente, Malu Mader integra a equipe de "O Rebu".

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I’m so glad this man is guarding our galaxy

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