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I finally got my own…iPhone

Just a quick test post… More to come. Now using wPhone plugin for wordpress!

Two days, two pics.

Snoop Dogg  1000 block of South Colarado Street

Written by jfx on July 12th, 2008 with 3 comments.
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WiiFit Review, on Geekadelphia.com

WiiFit Review

It’s been a while since I posted, and I’m feeling guilty about this post. I just wrote this review of the amazing Nintendo WiiFit for Geekadelphia.com. Yeah, no posts for a month, and I’m writing for other blogs. I know…I know –> View WiiFit review here.

Written by jfx on June 5th, 2008 with no comments.
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Good & Green: two web hits

Desktop Tower Defense

One website called this flash game the best game of 2007. Not just ‘web’ games, but better than Mario Galaxy, Halo 3, and others. I have to admit this game is amazing, addictive, and hard as hell. I’m still stuck on “normal”. It reminds me of Rampart, Tetris, Pipe Dream, and Missile Command all at once. Play Desktop Tower Defense here.

A Little Bit Greener

My co-worker and pal Brennen Lukas has been hard at work on his new blog ‘A Little Bit Greener‘. It’s all about small changes in lifestyle to make our world better. Check it out, do some good.

Written by jfx on December 12th, 2007 with no comments.
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Don Kahler video: Building a Milkcrate Stage

Don Kahler video: building a milkcrate stage

ICA Opening

This is way long overdue on this site. Don Kahler made this video that shows some of the process and thought behind my milkcrate stage from the SPACE1026 ICA show earlier this year. Watch the video, and big thanks to Don Kahler for letting me post it. Small version (5.5 Mbs) Hi-Res (15.5 MBs)

Written by jfx on October 12th, 2007 with 1 comment.
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Punkass in the laundry basket

Punkass in the laundry basket

Random pug photo, my pal Punkass in the laundry basket. What a freak show he is, but that’s why we love him.

Written by jfx on September 21st, 2007 with no comments.
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good web

 

David CraneGameLife of Wired just posted some nice images of David Crane, creator of Pitfall!, in front of a running Atari. Since my game Skatefall! came out, anything promoting David Crane peaks my interest. It’s good to see these guys getting their due.

WhitingMy buddy Snacks sent this link over. An artist from the + gallery in Denver, Colorado named Michale Whiting created this sculpture at the left, “handplant” and many other cool things.

 

Nintendo street campaign“Wii’ll not forget” is a street campaign that re-creates classic game images with post-it notes. On the back of each note is a message about the Wii Virtual Console. This is not the first pixelated post-it note experiment, but good ideas will get copied, always.

retrostickers.comOld school skate heads always need a good place to reminisce - retroskatestickers.com is the place.

Pinball emulatorPinMAME is a pinball emulator along the lines of MAME, the arcade emulator. PinMAME does it’s best to re-create the pinball experience, and like MAME they work right from the original ROMs.

SpotcovrI had this same idea some time ago. I even bought a domain name. But, I didn’t act on it. The idea is pretty simple - a web site that users can log into and post their favorite skate spots. Spotcovr did it, and they built a powerful site, that users can log into and edit, post, and show spots the world.

Written by jfx on July 29th, 2007 with no comments.
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Zine stapler

Zine Stapler

Zine Stapler Zine Stapler

One of the best things that I’ve gotten this year is this stapler. I know that doesn’t seem too exciting to most people. But, as a zine making person, staplers hold a special place in my heart. I’ve always used the long arm variety, and I don’t intend to give up on that trusty friend. But, this new guy and his compact, transformative magic will most definitely change my mobile work habits. I can throw this guy in my backpack with no worries. The only drawback is that this - it uses the compact No.10-1M mini staples. You can only get through 15 pages or so. I’m sure I’ll push that limit. All this and it’s cheap, under $10.

Written by jfx on July 27th, 2007 with no comments.
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Simpson’s Avatar Maker + Photoshop

John Freeborn <–Current • RISD years–> John Freeborn - the RISD years

Everybody and their moma has seen this already but the Simpson’s avatar maker is awesome. There are some minor missing bits - no accessories, no toys (skateboard, yo-yo maybe, or a walkman), and the hair styles are a tad lacking. I did two, the 2nd one, John Freeborn “the RISD years” has been edited with ole Photoshop.

Written by jfx on July 12th, 2007 with no comments.
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Video Game Honor Badges - in my hands!!!

Pitfall! Pouch Pitfall! Pouch

Pitfall! Pouch Pitfall! Pouch

Pitfall! Pouch
The response to my post about the video game honor badges was surprising. People have been touched by this image, and many didn’t even know such a thing existed. One man, Brian, IMd me soon thereafter and informed me that he still had his patches, and he would bring them over so I could get a closer look. Not only did he have 6 gorgeous patches, he also had an official Activision Pitfall Pouch! Who knew such a thing could live. The bag is in great condition, his mom sewed the patches on, and they are looking good. I can’t believe this has survived in such great shape. Any one else out there have something this sweet? Brain claims he’ll sell for $1,000,000.

Written by jfx on July 9th, 2007 with no comments.
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GoodandEviL “Promotional Video” - part 5: John Freeborn

GoodandEviL promotional video
This is clearly the part you’ve all been waiting for. My part. The best part about having your own company, GoodandEviL skateboards, my company, is that you can sponsor yourself. The video, titled “Promotional Video” was made in 1995 or so. Spots around Providence, Rhode Island. Music: Dag Nasty, Can I Say: Simple Minds

Written by jfx on May 23rd, 2007 with no comments.
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