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Pop tART Gallery Los Angeles: alternative art of Franz Szony. Crazy Hook pirate theme restaurant, LA Koreatown.

Posted by La Carmina on November 6, 2012

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I’ve been Art Nouveau obsessed ever since my travels to Berlin and Prague. In Los Angeles, I nearly lost my head over this gilded corset!

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Pirates, Rococo, and death? What is this marvelous place?

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Pop tART Gallery, an experimental arts venue owned by the illustrious Phyliss Navidad. Last year, photographer Austin Young had an exhibition in this LA space.

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I went to the opening of “Hapenis: The Art of Franz Szony.” I was captivated by his conceptual photography, which drew me into a world of theater. Themes of death, androgyny, grandeur, hedonism — all my usual favorites.

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Pirate top: Spider (Hong Kong Goth brand)
Scalloped bow shorts: KiLaRa Hello Kitty collection (Japanese brand but bought in Hong Kong)
Hair flowers: provided by Angelica Brigade

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Closeup. Franz spends months on each piece, and it’s a treat to examine the intricate detail.

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“Hapenis” runs until Nov 30; don’t miss it, LA friends. For upcoming events and info, visit the Pop tART website and Facebook.

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In the words of my tshirt, “Time flies when you’re having RUM!”

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I’m appropriately dressed for Crazy Hook, the pirate restaurant in LA’s Koreatown. I swung by with Liz Ohanesian: journalist, DJ and writer of Beatique.

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Tharr be mateys in the window.

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The Korean menu had us hooked.

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I’m not sure where “mahalo” fits in… perhaps the pirate ship sailed to Hawaii?

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Crazy Hook is a great place to gather friends for a feast. Liz and I sat beneath the sails, drank soju and feasted on the kimchi pancake.

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Thanks Liz O for the photos. She’s an LA-based journalist currently working on a webcomic and screenplay — check out her site for music and underground reports.

Since you keep requesting more Basil Farrow, here’s a new Scottish Fold cat video. Watch my squish-faced kitty get groomed with a Furminator, enjoying every moment. Isn’t it incredible how much he sheds?

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What’s on your mind today? Did you cast a vote? Are you into pirates and decadent art as much as I am?

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Scottish Fold cuteness! Designer cat furniture: Kittypod cardboard scratcher bed, Natural Scratch wood pole.

Posted by La Carmina on October 31, 2012

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Happy Wahh-loween from Basil Farrow and me! (My funny Fold says “Wahh” instead of “Meow.”)

Here are cute cat photos to celebrate. Also keep reading to learn about a Spanish Gothic Lolita designer…

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Basil is getting a little too big for his cardboard box…

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Just in time, Kittypod sent him a designer cardboard scratcher bed.

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Kittypod has a wide selection of pet furniture in creative shapes, made from recycled paper.

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Basil models a Kittypod Iti. It’s large enough to contain his girth.

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The Iti is reversable (flip it over if your cat decimates the 2-inch thick “scratchdeck”). It’s easy to assemble, and the form supports a kitty’s body at various angles.

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Favorite new spot to scratch and sleep.

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My cat likes this Birdy print color because his cheek blends right in.

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The bed came with a cat-face clip; I folded the ears and drew on a face, so Basil would feel it represented him. Paws up to Kittypod!

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Mr. Farrow got something else in the mail… a Natural Scratch post.

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The white cedar is all-natural and untreated, making it a healthy option.

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It might take a while to “train” your cat to use this unique post, but once they figure it out, it’s scratch heaven.

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The stretchy bungee-cord antenna on top, and “reward holes” for treats and toys, encourage cats to get clawing.

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I’m all for supporting indie companies, and finding natural products for your pet. If you’re looking for a scratching board, we recommend the cork, cedar and plank options from Natural Scratch.

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Now that’s a happy face. (More pics on Basil’s Facebook.)

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PS: Read about a Chilean Gothic Lolita designer influenced by Kaya and pirates on my new Spanish Tumblr. ¡Ha llegado y es contagioso! Harajuku Virus con Pirates & the Crown Rose. Contenido especial America Latina por Psique: sigue La Carmina en Espanol.

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Does your cat have a special scratching pole or bed? Whose cheeks are fatter: Basil’s or the pumpkin’s?

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