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Jamel Shabazz: Street Photographer

Charlie Ahearn’s Film Retraces a Moment in New York Style - Video 1 / 2 / 3

As a teenage photographer in early 80s East Flatbush, Brooklyn, Jamel Shabazz set out to document the then nascent movement of hip-hop. Through the iconic style of his MCs, neighborhood kids and gang members, the unequivocal attitude of New York’s youth was recognized as the calling card of the city’s creative renaissance. Published in 2001, Shabazz’ first book Back In The Days was celebrated as an exhilarating snapshot of the times, and his visual flair has been brought to life in a new documentary by the legendary hip-hop historian and director, Charlie Ahearn.  “On the cover of Jamel’s book were two young men on 42nd Street. They were captured posing in such strong form as a kind of respectful bulwark against all the chaos that you see around them on ‘The Deuce,’” explains Ahearn, the notable filmmaker also responsible for the classic old-school movie, Wild Style. “I immediately knew that here was an original artist for our time.” [1]

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“Do not go back to the past. Whether it is someone you once loved, something that someone said about you, or if it’s just a mistake you made. It does no good to visit a world that you can never change; become the person you needed back then, so that your future will be thankful.”

— T.B. LaBerge // Things I’m still learning at 25 (via tblaberge)

“I have a huge fear or rejection, whether in work or romance. But I am learning to let go, because it’s often not personal… It’s just two parties looking for different things.”

— Natalya Nyn, Founder and Designer at Toy Syndrome (via thestyleline)

 Never. Not. Wanderlusting.

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Treehouse, Atlanta, USA by Peter Bahouth | via

Architect Peter Bahouth built a series of houses in the trees connected by wooden bridges in Atlanta. Inspired by his love for nature and his childhood memories of boyhood treehouses, environmentalist Peter Bahouth created this grown-up fort in his Atlanta backyard. The three rooms of this treehouse have been named ‘Mind,’ ‘Body’ and ‘Spirit’ by its owner. A suspension bridge connects the living room to the bedroom that includes a platform bed which slides out for a better view of the tree canopy.

Photography: Lindsay Appel

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2015

2014 – Here’s looking at you kid.!

Many a resolution fulfilled, but I can’t say that it was the best of years. Perhaps it’s because I’m blinded by the frustrations of the last few months. Or perhaps it’s because I lack focus without a sense of direction in the upcoming ones. Whatever it is, I’m ready to make 2015 infinitely better. Quarter century strong, let’s do the damn thing.

1. Invest in realizing my core values (peace, fulfillment, happiness)
2. Prioritize that & those who prioritize me. Remember self-worth, but be wary of ego and pride. “I know what I bring to the table, so trust me when I say I’m not afraid to eat alone.”
3. Make strides in learning to read/write Mandarin
4. Minimize the material goods in my life and liberate myself of as many possessions as possible. Buy good food and great books above all else.
5. Get in the best shape yet. Maybe run a marathon, but definitely be able to do at least five chin-ups without any assistance. Food as fuel. #paleo
6. Take more pictures.
7. Spend more time with family. Call Mom/Munchkin and tell them I love them on a regular basis.
8. Donate time, money, energy to those less fortunate. Give without expecting anything in return.
9. Remain grounded in my values, my morals and ultimately who I am regardless of the situation. Listen to my heart with a grain of salt from my head.
10. Revisit the “top 30” list and create plans to execute at least 15 of the top 30 before year’s end.