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Online I am known as TET or 'The Extraordinary Tourist'. My real name is 'David Arandle'. I'm a self represented artist, video maker and writer of social commentary observations amongst many other things.

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Computers & Technology > Web Design Common web design mistakes: 7 of 16
'Above the Fold' designing is one of the most important concepts in modern web site design. Ignoring this could be your biggest mistake.The term 'Above the Fold' comes from the newspaper printing industry where broad sheet newspapers are folded in half, then stacked for delivery to retailers then sold. The line from the top o... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Batman: 2 of 4
Nineteen eighty nine's 'Batman' directed by Tim Burton is a stylishly dark re-imagining of Bob Kane's Batman comic book creation.At the film's beginning we arrive in Gotham City just as Batman (Michael Keaton) is introducing himself to the criminal underworld. His presence is beginning to make small time crooks nervous to be ... More..
Arts & Humanities > Making Art Tips for working with pastels: 2 of 4
Real tips for using chalk pastels by a real chalk pastel artist. After more than ten years of working with chalk pastels these are a few of my tips.Stay away from cheap chalk pastels. They are nearly always too chalky resulting in more chalk dust going on the floor than what you actually leave on the artwork.Whilst chalk past... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Working as an artist: 2 of 4
Some people choose to become an artist and some people just are artists. I fall into the latter category. I'm someone who has been artistically creative from the moment I was given a pencil (or perhaps a crayon?) to draw with. There was never any doubt that I would become an artist.Being an artist and working, as a freelance ... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Trends An introduction to video blogging: 1 of 2
Video blogging (otherwise known as 'vlogging') could be for you if you have a lot to say but don't have the time or skill to write it in a blog. Speaking to an audience through short video clips is a great way to communicate ideas, can be highly entertaining and even thought provoking.Just like blogs, originally vlogging was ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Arts & Entertainment Jobs How to get started as a stand-up comedian: 1 of 2
To become a stand-up comedian you'll need to be a performer as well as a good writer of jokes and funny observations. You'll need to be a great listener and a keen observer of the absurdities of life. If you regularly see humorous potential in seemingly ordinary situations and are good at relating these stories to your family... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: My great, true, personal garden story: 196 of 391
"These are the best grapes I've ever tasted" I exclaimed to my partner of nine years, Kathy.In our house I do the majority of the gardening. Everything from cutting the lawn to butchering our fruit trees. I have no idea about gardening but if it can be cut, hacked, dug or watered then that's what I know."I don't know what cam... More..
Business > Starting an Online Business Is a free website practical?: 5 of 9
The choice to go with a free web site over a paid service is one that should be considered carefully based on your needs.Free web sites are generally highly impractical in most cases if you're wanting to set up a database driven web site. If that is your purpose then you'll be hard pressed to find a free web host that will en... More..
Computers & Technology > Web Design Web design tips: The pros and cons of splash pages: 3 of 5
Wondering if you should use a splash page? Here's some things to consider that may well turn you against using them.A splash page is an introductory page to your web site before the visitor gets to the actual content. Consider that statement. People, generally, want to find things quickly and you're considering adding an extr... More..
Entertainment > Movie News & Previews Movie rumors: Anticipating the sequel to Batman Begins: 7 of 11
THE DARK KNIGHT is expected to breathe even more life into Christopher Nolan's re-imagining of the Batman franchise. It is confirmed that the sequel to BATMAN BEGINS will indeed be called THE DARK KNIGHT, the first time a Batman movie has not had 'Batman' in the title. At least that is according to the unofficial Batman fan s... More..