- I am seriously wondering if I should bother to blog again. Many I know have moved on with Facebook and Twitter. But i guess blog still have it's place... for now.
- Blogger's composing website is so screwed up! The layout is coming out wrong! I'm sending this entry by email... IT BETTER WORK!!!
- Been feeling kinda frustrated... for many reasons. Hope to get over them soon... one at a time.
- MY AIR-CON IS MAKING VIBRATING NOISE!!!
- iPhone 3GS. Buy. Don't buy. Buy. Don't buy. BUY!!!!.... Don't buy. ARGHHHHHHHHHH HOOOOWWWWW!!!! Stupid Singtel.
- Sometimes I feel that I've made the wrong choice. Other times, I'm glad I did. Life is confusing.
- Boston has not been too exciting for me. Probably coz I was tired and alone. Gives me second thoughts about travelling on my own again. Regardless will upload some photos from Boston soon.
- Wanted to get something for my class on the last day of term 3. But was then preoccupied and didn't manage to do so. I felt bad initially but... I realised soon that I shouldn't.... then I feel sad instead... maybe it's just me.
- Note to self: Move on Mr Wang... move on...
Monday, September 07, 2009
Update
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Making a resounding statement...
It's not everyday you get a chance to make a resounding statement to our president, the education minister and a bunch of important people...
"Valedictorian Speech – 23rd July 2009 by Loo Zihan
Chancellor, Nanyang Technological University, His Excellency President SR Nathan.
Minister for Education and Second Minister for Defence, Dr Ng Eng Hen. Excellencies, Pro-Chancellors, Chairman and Members, NTU Board of Trustees, NTU President Dr Su Guaning, Distinguished guests, Graduates and family members, Alumni and friends of the University, Ladies and Gentlemen, a very good morning to you.
My name is Loo Zihan and I am part of the very first graduating batch from the School of Art, Design and Media.
I say this opening line with much pride. Today, we are not only experiencing a personal rite of passage but also witnessing local history in the making. Thank you NTU, for having the foresight to set up a degree programme focusing on the Fine Arts.
The original draft of my speech was composed of words like “integrity” and “breaking new boundaries” but a recent incident put a reality check on what I have to say.
Last Friday, I received a note informing me that the poster for my thesis film was deemed “inappropriate” to be displayed during this convocation ceremony. My first thought was to make the changes to the poster as required – but subsequently, as I was practicing for this speech, I realized that I could not say the words I drafted originally with conviction and authority by subjecting my work to censorship which I did not understand. I felt a sense of responsibility to my fellow graduates, who have voted me in as Valedictorian to speak up on their behalf.
After all, the poster in question was on display for more than 2 weeks with the public and other VIPs in attendance at our School of Art, Design and Media’s opening ceremony where it drew no criticism.
I admit, in the past, some of my projects have been deliberately provocative, however, I believe strongly that this image was not such an example.
Rather than subject the poster to changes, I decided to withdraw it from the exhibition.
As we move on into the “real world”, we will face challenges to the way we choose to express ourselves and our ideas. Some of these challenges may be reasonable, while others are not.
We will have to face these challenges objectively rather than emotionally, stay true to our convictions, seek compromise when necessary or appropriate, but be brave enough to stand firm when it is not.
As artists, we should not only strive to produce great art – but also bear responsibility for the art we produce. Otherwise, we betray ourselves, and our audiences.
I charge you all to take on this responsibility with pride, fortitude and courage. Together, I hope we continue to dedicate ourselves to being the vanguard.
For every pioneer that ventures forth, there are people who have supported him thus far to make his journey possible.
They put up with our late night project submissions, chauffer us around to meet deadlines. They are our last bastion of hope we can rely on, for anything, from prop-making to sending that thumb drive down to school to starring in our tutorial projects.
To our family members, for your unbridled confidence in us, I would like to say thank you.
Life ahead may not be a bed of roses, but it is for moments like today that you can truly be proud of us. When you know you have created something special, and that we will be making a difference in this society.
I would like to invite the graduating class of 2009 to stand and join me in giving a round of applause to our relatives.
A final word to my fellow graduates – Let our graduation not be the end but be a new beginning. I urge you to carry on and fulfill the role of the artist in society, to think, to question, and to challenge.
Thank you."
Great job Loo Zihan!
"Valedictorian Speech – 23rd July 2009 by Loo Zihan
Chancellor, Nanyang Technological University, His Excellency President SR Nathan.
Minister for Education and Second Minister for Defence, Dr Ng Eng Hen. Excellencies, Pro-Chancellors, Chairman and Members, NTU Board of Trustees, NTU President Dr Su Guaning, Distinguished guests, Graduates and family members, Alumni and friends of the University, Ladies and Gentlemen, a very good morning to you.
My name is Loo Zihan and I am part of the very first graduating batch from the School of Art, Design and Media.
I say this opening line with much pride. Today, we are not only experiencing a personal rite of passage but also witnessing local history in the making. Thank you NTU, for having the foresight to set up a degree programme focusing on the Fine Arts.
The original draft of my speech was composed of words like “integrity” and “breaking new boundaries” but a recent incident put a reality check on what I have to say.
Last Friday, I received a note informing me that the poster for my thesis film was deemed “inappropriate” to be displayed during this convocation ceremony. My first thought was to make the changes to the poster as required – but subsequently, as I was practicing for this speech, I realized that I could not say the words I drafted originally with conviction and authority by subjecting my work to censorship which I did not understand. I felt a sense of responsibility to my fellow graduates, who have voted me in as Valedictorian to speak up on their behalf.
After all, the poster in question was on display for more than 2 weeks with the public and other VIPs in attendance at our School of Art, Design and Media’s opening ceremony where it drew no criticism.
I admit, in the past, some of my projects have been deliberately provocative, however, I believe strongly that this image was not such an example.
Rather than subject the poster to changes, I decided to withdraw it from the exhibition.
As we move on into the “real world”, we will face challenges to the way we choose to express ourselves and our ideas. Some of these challenges may be reasonable, while others are not.
We will have to face these challenges objectively rather than emotionally, stay true to our convictions, seek compromise when necessary or appropriate, but be brave enough to stand firm when it is not.
As artists, we should not only strive to produce great art – but also bear responsibility for the art we produce. Otherwise, we betray ourselves, and our audiences.
I charge you all to take on this responsibility with pride, fortitude and courage. Together, I hope we continue to dedicate ourselves to being the vanguard.
For every pioneer that ventures forth, there are people who have supported him thus far to make his journey possible.
They put up with our late night project submissions, chauffer us around to meet deadlines. They are our last bastion of hope we can rely on, for anything, from prop-making to sending that thumb drive down to school to starring in our tutorial projects.
To our family members, for your unbridled confidence in us, I would like to say thank you.
Life ahead may not be a bed of roses, but it is for moments like today that you can truly be proud of us. When you know you have created something special, and that we will be making a difference in this society.
I would like to invite the graduating class of 2009 to stand and join me in giving a round of applause to our relatives.
A final word to my fellow graduates – Let our graduation not be the end but be a new beginning. I urge you to carry on and fulfill the role of the artist in society, to think, to question, and to challenge.
Thank you."
Great job Loo Zihan!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Another one....
After Sean Kingston,
Esmee Denters,
Marié Digby and
Charice Pempengco,
here's yet another kid who got discovered online and signed by a record label... 15 years old Justin Bieber.
Despite his kiddish voice, I must admit the song's quite well written. I can imagine how much better the song would sound if sung by Usher or Chris Brown... In fact he was signed by Usher...
I hope a certain Mr Tan gets the hint and do it soon... =p
Saturday, June 27, 2009
MJ
The world was shocked by the passing of Michael Jackson who was planning a final world tour to get himself out of debt...
Guess how the world deals with the loss of a music icon...
[from iTunes Music Store 27 June 2009]
How sad is it that we only remember his music after he has left us...
Guess how the world deals with the loss of a music icon...
[from iTunes Music Store 27 June 2009]
How sad is it that we only remember his music after he has left us...
Monday, June 22, 2009
He's gone...
Nikie passed on last Wednesday night. He has been with us for 15 years.
Eventhough we all see it coming, it was tough. And I didn't even get to say my last goodbye before he was put out of suffering. I was in Melbourne. I feel bad. Really bad.
Today I fly back back home from Melbourne, knowing that Nikie will not be home to greet us anymore... needs some getting used to.
Miss him.
So much.
Eventhough we all see it coming, it was tough. And I didn't even get to say my last goodbye before he was put out of suffering. I was in Melbourne. I feel bad. Really bad.
Today I fly back back home from Melbourne, knowing that Nikie will not be home to greet us anymore... needs some getting used to.
Miss him.
So much.
Friday, May 08, 2009
back?
ok i am back. for now.
kinda lost motivation to blog these days. actually this is my 3rd attempt to put up a blog entry. The last 2 ended up no where..... more like incomplete. So let's hope i finish this one.
For a start... i'll just give some random thought and happenings recently.... shall not dwelled about what i had done the past... erm...5 months?
Here we go...
1. I bought myself a Macbook Air. A refurbished one. It was cheap enough for me to probably kick myself if I didn't get it. Also for the fact that I felt like getting something for please or reward myself! But the sad thing is, it's been like almost a month since I got it and I still hardly used it! I just didn't have the time to transfer stuff from my Macbook to make this my main mobile mac. Maybe i can do it this long weekend...
2. My left ear suddenly feels numb for no good reason. Wonder what's wrong. Trying to ignore it now.
3. Awards Day today in school. It went well. Well no major hiccups and think our kiddos manage to impress the audience with their performances. Congrats to all recipients and my AV crew for a job well done. =)
4. My trip to MIT in Boston was cancelled. SHUCKS. Suppose to attend a new media conference there this past week. Stupid swine flu. Was actually too busy with work to feel disappointed about it when I was told the cancellation of my trip. But the disappointed feeling came this week..... especially when everyone start asking me about it! Hope there's no other stupid flu like some stupid dog or cow flu the next time I have the chance to travel to US.... whenever that is!
5. I need a new mattress. Been thinking of getting a new one for 2 months now but the one I like is like... blardy expensive man. Blame myself for having expensive taste. Haha... but it's seriously damn comfortable. Shall wait for the next Robinson sale.
6. I really hope to do myself a huge favour. But its so impossible. Really.
7. This person I know... really... needs... to... just... have a better self awareness. Loud Loud Loud Loud and LOUD!!! DAMN LOUD. ARGH! OK rant over.
OK that's all for now. If anyone is still reading at all... haha... Happy long weekends!
kinda lost motivation to blog these days. actually this is my 3rd attempt to put up a blog entry. The last 2 ended up no where..... more like incomplete. So let's hope i finish this one.
For a start... i'll just give some random thought and happenings recently.... shall not dwelled about what i had done the past... erm...5 months?
Here we go...
1. I bought myself a Macbook Air. A refurbished one. It was cheap enough for me to probably kick myself if I didn't get it. Also for the fact that I felt like getting something for please or reward myself! But the sad thing is, it's been like almost a month since I got it and I still hardly used it! I just didn't have the time to transfer stuff from my Macbook to make this my main mobile mac. Maybe i can do it this long weekend...
2. My left ear suddenly feels numb for no good reason. Wonder what's wrong. Trying to ignore it now.
3. Awards Day today in school. It went well. Well no major hiccups and think our kiddos manage to impress the audience with their performances. Congrats to all recipients and my AV crew for a job well done. =)
4. My trip to MIT in Boston was cancelled. SHUCKS. Suppose to attend a new media conference there this past week. Stupid swine flu. Was actually too busy with work to feel disappointed about it when I was told the cancellation of my trip. But the disappointed feeling came this week..... especially when everyone start asking me about it! Hope there's no other stupid flu like some stupid dog or cow flu the next time I have the chance to travel to US.... whenever that is!
5. I need a new mattress. Been thinking of getting a new one for 2 months now but the one I like is like... blardy expensive man. Blame myself for having expensive taste. Haha... but it's seriously damn comfortable. Shall wait for the next Robinson sale.
6. I really hope to do myself a huge favour. But its so impossible. Really.
7. This person I know... really... needs... to... just... have a better self awareness. Loud Loud Loud Loud and LOUD!!! DAMN LOUD. ARGH! OK rant over.
OK that's all for now. If anyone is still reading at all... haha... Happy long weekends!
Saturday, February 14, 2009
好想要揮霍
It's amazing how sometimes a silly unimportant moment can really affect how you feel for the next few days... time to get over it. Again.
at this moment... I love this song!
at this moment... I love this song!
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