We’re all about supporting our Asian artists. Chinese Street Artist Soos created a hand finished limited edition print to support Chinese Earthquake relief efforts. Each print is 18″ x 24″, limited to 65 prints, and is hand finished by the artist. Go here to purchase from an edgy Chinese Contemporary Art gallery: Red Star Press. Here’s an example…
Hand Finished Limited Edition Charity Print by Soos
Hey guys,
It appears that someone out there didn’t like us. Our site was hacked and the database was totally corrupted. Fortunately, we made a backup back in 2006. Don’t worry, we’ll be posting more soon. Just think of this as you just found a time machine and it’s 2006 all over again.
WaSAM
“Look! It’s the Huxtables! He’s a doctor and she’s a lawyer! And Theo is NOT on parole! I love TV!
This is interesting. The stereotypical Asian dad is one who’s quiet, subdued, unemotional, detached, stern, and aloof. This is sort of an exaggeration I’ll admit but I’ve heard from many Asian guys who said that they wish their dad was more of a friend, more buddy-like, or more of a dad who is talkative, understanding, and emotionally present. A good example that’s relevant to me is Heathcliff Huxtable from the Cosby Show. This father was the best. He’d talk to his son Theo like a friend or pal but still represented that strong ideal father figure. Most of my friends who are Asian had similar experiences growing up in an Asian household. The dynamics of the Asian father with their son was drastically different qualitatively from their white friends. Read the rest of this entry »
“Put down the Sushi girl…I just took Viagra and I’m ready to rock and roll…like a rock star!”
Typically, in Asian culture, respect for the elders (senior citizens), such as grandmothers and grandfathers, is very important. In Korean, we change the entire way of speaking when talking and addressing to an elder. It consists of a more formalized language that’s indicative of respect. When I was in Korea, you give up your seat in the subway when an elder is present. You bow and never call them out by saying “hey!” You open doors and never smoke in their presence. When you are drinking beer, you turn to the right and then drink. You should pour the drink for them with both hands. You definitely don’t curse or utter profanities in front of them. You don’t talk over them or talk to them as if they are beneath you.
But in American culture, it seems the older generations get treated like shit sometimes. There seems to be no respect. They are sometimes viewed as a nuisance because they are slow drivers on the road. It seems they are forgotten and turned away by society. I’ve seen people yell, scream, and curse in front of their grandparents. If you’re Asian, you have to agree with me that the idea of respect for the elders is more prevalent and important amongst Asians than the general American population. The “oldies” in America, such as the aging baby boomers, are considered old fashion and passé. They are not viewed as wise and full of life with lots of fascinating stories. What do you think?
Article by Red Elk
A difficult task in a SAM’s existence is the time we have to kick it on the dance floor. It’s not gonna make or break us. Sometimes I wonder: is it worth trying a new move or is it better to stick to our own bread and butter motions?
Your Honor, if crappy dancing is a crime, I am guilty as charged.
It would be good to get feedback from women about dancing errors that SAMs make. What is the worst thing we can do on a dance floor?