A Sunday at the Downtown LA Graff Lab

Today I decided to check out the Graff Lab in Downtown LA.  I grabbed a handful of colors, packed a lunch and headed out for a full day of painting.  I didn't really know what to expect but once I stepped into the yard, I fell in love.  The level of artwork ranged from beginner to advanced. Pieces, bombs and handstyles were everywhere from the ground to the port-a-potty.  Nearly everything was hit up.  After talking to one of the volunteers and I was given a section to paint, I threw on my iPod and got to work.  I did take a couple 5 minute breaks to talk with the other artists but other than that, it was a 6 hour non-stop session.  Painted straight through lunch.  All I can say is a painting session like today was much needed.

 "You want order no. 47?? It verrrrwy gooood"

I was in the mood for sushi...

The Move

First off, Happy New Year!  2011! Damn, ha.  Secondly, sorry minimal pics in this one, just more straight up boring information.  And lastly, enjoy!

The move.  Well, those that have moved from one location to another know how those days went.  Best two words to describe the day: simply draining.  But to my surprise, things went fairly smooth.  Just glad everything is all settled in now and I'm now looking forward to the educational road ahead. One additional and forgotten task is learning the neighborhood and city streets.  Although it seems impossible, it will be learned.

.....As my last free leisure hours are counting down and I can honestly say that I've already enjoyed my new location's surroundings and housing.  From the overall appreciation for where I am in life, to the unique, unplanned, and life-time memorable NYE experience, its been simply amazing.  Oh, and I'm already off to a great start with the food out here and can't wait for all the great food experiences to come.  Luckily I already have a list of spots to check out because I've got the 'LA Approved, Must-Have, Gotta Eat' food spokesman providing the names and locations for any foods of my interest.  Boom.

But back to the task at hand....
Let's run down this sweet sixteen picture perfect day checklist:

1. Slept in
2. Figured out my school routes, times and overall agenda
3. Had breakfast AND lunch
4. A friend stopped by
5. Went to the MOCA Museums in the rain
6. Phillipes dinner.......again.  It's very savory
7. Watched a classic DVD from the little brother's Vault Collection and one from my Mini-Me Collection
8.  Miss J paid a visit
9. A couple Stella's kicked it too
10. Gathered a few ideas that are all ready to roll as wall pieces
11. Wrote my quote
12. Listened to some smooth songs at just the right volume
13. Sketched a little something
14. Stayed up late appreciating the city skyline view
15. Counting down the hours 'til I see my Goose

and last but not least.....
   16.  Finally came up with something that I feel is worth blogging.

I truly enjoyed this last day before my expensive, uncertain, and extensive, but enjoyable adventure begins.  I'm just surprised it's happening, but ready.

So, to sum it all up, its been amazing.





Only down part is I had to leave my Goose behind....


For now.

SEZE