And it got me thinking...
There was a time in my life where if I wanted to do something I just did it.
Want to make a comic book?
Fuck it
Just made it.
Wanted to climb the highest tree in sight?
Fuck it
Just climbed it.
No planning
No stratagizeing
Just raw, spur of the moment action
But now it seems my life is nothing but a dragged out chess game against some mysterious master who receives enjoyment in counter in my moves and watching me try to squeeze my way out of the next jam only to jump right into another one.
This kind of Keith doesn't work for me
or I don't know how to make it work for me
So I'm going back to the ol' ten year old Keith
Like now, I Need a fucking Sketchbook
I don't anyway to get to DickBlicks
So fuck It I'm gonna walk
While your waiting for me to be in the Showcase for Digital Arts Magazine
a Justin Maller Flashback
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OK, so this is an open invitation to all readers of this journal to ask me a question about anything. Literally, anything; I'd actually prefer if they were not art related questions.
Got a dilemma? Something been plaguing you? Need a deciding opinion to help make your mind up about it? Ask away; your question will be answered with anything from a mono syllable up to a complete rant depending on worthiness.
Post your questions here; I will reply with detailed answers in updates of this journal.
Let's play; Ask EKUD.
ROUND ONE:
Reader: ~Mortel3
Question: mdma, yay or nay?
Answer: Interesting question. MDMA is always good fun, but unless you can get your hands on the pure caps it's normally mixed with all sorts of shit. Don't believe people who tell you that pills are harmless, because although the scattered feeling doesn't last forever, the stuff is doing nasty, permanent things to your brain. Try it, but don't go nuts on it; drugs should be treated with respect, like any dangerous thing.
Reader: =PlasmaX7
Question: What is mankind's best invention?
Answer: The couch, closely followed by cheese.
Reader: ~MatVv
Question: Should i get an iMac ? I have the money but I'm not sure if i should get one or stick with my laptop or buy a PC, cuz my laptop's starting to get old...
Answer: Well, there's no two ways about it, iMacs are fucking sexy. Like, so sexy they should be almost illegal. However, performance for dollar wise, they are nowhere near as efficient as a build it yourself PC. Since Mac architecture has changed to accomodate Intel PCU's, they are no longer capable of producing better results with less specs; hence, the extra money now just goes towards buying something sexy and white. This is a tough one, but this is how I break it down; if I had the cash, I'd build myself an ace PC and then spend the change on a LCD or a PS3. However, if I had the cash and then some, I'd get the iMac AND the LCD, so it really depends just how flush you are...
Reader: =Zilchius
Question: Nikon D80 or Canon EOS 400D?
Answer: Nikon D80. Why? Because it's a less annoying model number, thats why.
Reader: $lolly
Question: Ass to mouth, yay or nay?
Answer: Depends on context. Porn; hell yes. One night stand; hell yes. Girlfriend; probably not. You may like to kiss her goodnight. You've always got the option of going ass to facial without actually making oral penetration, so that's a good compromise.
Reader: =starfantazy
Question: What is your greatest possession?
Answer: My conversation hat, closely followed by my balcony.
Reader: =dalla
Question: Do you game? If you don't but had to, what would your console and game preferences be? Online or solo? Elaborate!
Answer: Indeed I do! Only solo though; I game to escape from people, so the idea of having them follow me into my little oasis of procrastination is terrifyingly invasive. I have a 360, and spend most of my gaming time on EA Sports title like NBA Live 07 and Fight Night. I also recently clocked Saints Row, which was certainly a decent game, and more than just a GTA knock off, despite what you may read...
Reader: `duhcoolies
Question: Pimples; can it make or break you?
Answer: Skin is a big thing with me. I have had a fairly epic battle with acne since adolescence kicked in. I was on roaccutane when I was 17 which cleared it up rather drastically; since then I have always been a fairly keen observer of general skin condition. To this day I still need to take antibiotics to keep completely clear. It's a shitful thing to have to deal with, especially seeings as no-one seems to understand that it is an inescapable genetic condition. I know firsthand that it can be fucking shattering for self confidence. Not sure if you are asking because you have bad skin, but something you need to keep in mind is that if you suffer from acne, you probably pay far more attention to it than other people do, so try to stress less.
Reader: =lost-exile
Question: Illustrator or photoshop?
Answer: Photoshop FTW. Good to be proficient in both though; it's like being ambidextrous.
Reader: =Street-Sk8er
Question: Will you finally admit that we've been having a secret love affair via notes?
Answer: Our forbidden love will only ever live in the silent, dark chamber of my wasted heart...
Reader: =archanN
Question: When stressed, how do you relax or chillout?
Answer: I'm a big believer in the deluxe Triple S; The Shit, Shower & Shave. I start by downing a coffee, grabbing a good book, and locking myself in the toilet for a good hour or so. No-one bothers you, you can't hear the phone ring, your subconscious is engaged in a productive, neccessary and satisfying task, plus your conscious mind is occupied by a relaxing and stimulating activity. Next is a nice hot shower, followed by a close shave. Just writing about it's calming me down...
Reader: `newklear
Question: Here we go sir, I've been having this moral dilemma for years... and well, you seem pretty qualified to answer it for me! So... big titties or small?
Answer: It's all about the shape, not the size! You want em round, yet perky.. I'd get more in to this, but given the very precise phrasing of your question, I'll give you a precise answer; the best titties are whatever is closest to hand ;)
Reader: ~cycloidbeta
Question: Long distance relationships. ARE THEY WORTH IT?
Answer: If you a) are under 21; b) have been going out for less than 2 years or c) have any history of mistrust in your relationship, do not even think about it.
Reader: ~M1ndfieldS
Question: Dutch people, good or bad?
Answer: Good, in a quasi-evil way.
Reader: ~dremDDl
Question: Do you care bout Christianity or are you an atheist?
Answer: Here's a newsflash for you mate; the world isn't divided into Christians and athiests. Interestingly, given current immigration patterns, within 15 years Australia will be a predominately Muslim nation. Random trivia aside, I happen to be an agnostic. This means that although I do have a set of spiritual beliefs, they are not defined by any preconceived codes or ethics. I believe in a higher power, and a far more intricate and complex version of predestination that takes free will (amongst other things) in to account. It would take far too long to explain the whole thing; suffice to say that my philosophy is centered around a universal connectivity that unites and binds every being that has ever lived on this planet. Come have a beer some day, I'll run through it with you...
Reader: =JaxeNL
Question: Graphic Design or Multimedia?
Answer: Depends mate; check out the syllabus, see which one offers a broader range of disciplines to learn. The more versatile you are, the more jobs you can book. I'm severely handicapped by my inabilities as an all around designer, so I sincerely recommend that you get as much education in as many mediums as possible.
Reader: ~1337TAH
Question: Well... What is the most priceless, valuable thing in your life?
Answer: My emoticon; :ekud:
