Hello All!
The event that I'm most excited for this week is the Diana Thater: Between Science and Magic exhibit at the Santa Monica Museum of Art!
Diana Thater is best known for her work in film and video installations, which she uses brilliantly (I'm sure) in this exhibit centering around the mythology of "Movie Magic".
Her work is a perfect example of media through the female lens. I can't wait to see the exhibit!
The exhibit is open through April 17th.
Location:
Santa Monica Museum of Art
Bergamot Station G1
2525 Michigan Ave
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Museum Hours:
Tues. - Sun. 11am - 6pm
Suggested Donation:
$5
Thanks Media Makers! See you there!
Xoxo
La Femmedia
Monday, March 29, 2010
Saturday, March 27, 2010
TONIGHT: L.A. Derby Dolls!!!
Hello Dolls and Guys!
Tonight is one of my favorite Grrrl Pwr things to do in L.A. The L.A. Derby Dolls!! Watch some toughest women you've ever seen kick each others asses on roller skates. It F*cking RULES. Come support your local Badass.
Tonight is the Ri-Ettes Vs. Team Legit
1920 Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Game starts around 7:30
Purchase Tickets online - $19
Maybe not exactly art. But the performance is inspiring for sure. See you there!
xoxo
La Femmedia
P.S. While you're there, visit the Vendor Village, and check out all the rad T-shirts from Stupid Puppy Head. Designed by Super Femme Marta, these T-shirts are the perfect accessory to your nerd-o-licious wardrobe.
Tonight is one of my favorite Grrrl Pwr things to do in L.A. The L.A. Derby Dolls!! Watch some toughest women you've ever seen kick each others asses on roller skates. It F*cking RULES. Come support your local Badass.
Tonight is the Ri-Ettes Vs. Team Legit
1920 Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Game starts around 7:30
Purchase Tickets online - $19
Maybe not exactly art. But the performance is inspiring for sure. See you there!
xoxo
La Femmedia
P.S. While you're there, visit the Vendor Village, and check out all the rad T-shirts from Stupid Puppy Head. Designed by Super Femme Marta, these T-shirts are the perfect accessory to your nerd-o-licious wardrobe.
Friday, March 26, 2010
*REVIEW* WAM! Media Conference
Hello All!
Yesterday I had the pleasure of attending the WAM! Women, Action and Media Conference event hosted by Santa Monica College, and professor Melanie Klein. I was so impressed by both of the presentations that I saw. I can't wait to share this stuff with you!
The first speaker was a woman named Carla Orendorff. Her work as a local media activist was inspiring and original. She is one of the folks who keeps the great Echo Park Film Center up and running. And for that, we thank her! She gave a great rundown of the Riot Grrrl movement, and made me long for the days of my satin babydoll dresses and ripped fishnets.
If you haven't heard about the Echo Park Film Center (EPFC) check it out for sure! They're a great non-profit film making/ teaching organization based out of Echo Park, CA and they're totally awesome. Tons of great local programs for filmmakers of all ages and backgrounds. They have frequent events that I'm sure we will discuss in the future.
As a great appreciator of the DIY punk scene of the late 90's, I found Carla's discussion of the Grrrl Zine culture very interesting. She introduced us to ZineWiki - an online resource for the zine scene that came to a crashing halt once blogging became 'the thing'. Great reference if you were in to that stuff. I even found an old zine that I once helped publish out of my apartment in Brooklyn on the ZineWiki. Talk about getting the word out!
The second speaker I saw was a great Vid Artist named Anita Sarkeesian. Her website Feminist Frequency is a gallery of her Video Blogs on Feminist Media topics, as well as a portal to the wide world of Video Remixes. I am new to this realm of the digital world, and was thrilled to see what was there. She discussed the concept of taking previously produced media - be it sexist, or otherwise - and re-cutting/ remixing it with intent of changing it's original message. It blew my mind! I can't wait to learn more about Anita, and her work.
Also, please check out Feminist Fatale. The host of yesterday's event was Woman's Studies professor Melanie Klein, and her website kicks ass! Her commentary on the intersection between Feminism and pop culture is fascinating. I found her so inspiring!
Thank You SMCC for hosting this event! I can't wait for WAM! 2011!
Xoxo
La Femmedia
Yesterday I had the pleasure of attending the WAM! Women, Action and Media Conference event hosted by Santa Monica College, and professor Melanie Klein. I was so impressed by both of the presentations that I saw. I can't wait to share this stuff with you!
The first speaker was a woman named Carla Orendorff. Her work as a local media activist was inspiring and original. She is one of the folks who keeps the great Echo Park Film Center up and running. And for that, we thank her! She gave a great rundown of the Riot Grrrl movement, and made me long for the days of my satin babydoll dresses and ripped fishnets.
If you haven't heard about the Echo Park Film Center (EPFC) check it out for sure! They're a great non-profit film making/ teaching organization based out of Echo Park, CA and they're totally awesome. Tons of great local programs for filmmakers of all ages and backgrounds. They have frequent events that I'm sure we will discuss in the future.
As a great appreciator of the DIY punk scene of the late 90's, I found Carla's discussion of the Grrrl Zine culture very interesting. She introduced us to ZineWiki - an online resource for the zine scene that came to a crashing halt once blogging became 'the thing'. Great reference if you were in to that stuff. I even found an old zine that I once helped publish out of my apartment in Brooklyn on the ZineWiki. Talk about getting the word out!
The second speaker I saw was a great Vid Artist named Anita Sarkeesian. Her website Feminist Frequency is a gallery of her Video Blogs on Feminist Media topics, as well as a portal to the wide world of Video Remixes. I am new to this realm of the digital world, and was thrilled to see what was there. She discussed the concept of taking previously produced media - be it sexist, or otherwise - and re-cutting/ remixing it with intent of changing it's original message. It blew my mind! I can't wait to learn more about Anita, and her work.
Also, please check out Feminist Fatale. The host of yesterday's event was Woman's Studies professor Melanie Klein, and her website kicks ass! Her commentary on the intersection between Feminism and pop culture is fascinating. I found her so inspiring!
Thank You SMCC for hosting this event! I can't wait for WAM! 2011!
Xoxo
La Femmedia
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
WAM! It Yourself Conference 2010
Hello Feministas!
My favorite new find this week is a media justice organization called "WAM! Woman, Action & the Media".
I'm so excited to get involved with WAM! They work to connect media makers and media activists (That's us!) through conferences, workshops, trainings and a global membership program.
I found this organization JUST in time. Their 2010 conference WAM! It Yourself comes to Los Angeles tomorrow, March 25th, 2010!!
The conference will take place in West L.A. and will feature:
- Film screenings followed by Filmmaker Q&A's.
- A discussion on Feminist Activism through media with leaders in the field.
- Workshop on Feminist Activism via blogging/ vlogging (Hurray!)
Please click on the links above for more information.
And I'm sure there will much more! I'll be there for sure, and I hope to see you there too.
If you are able to attend, please write me and let me know what you think of the conference!
Xo
La Femmedia
My favorite new find this week is a media justice organization called "WAM! Woman, Action & the Media".
I'm so excited to get involved with WAM! They work to connect media makers and media activists (That's us!) through conferences, workshops, trainings and a global membership program.
I found this organization JUST in time. Their 2010 conference WAM! It Yourself comes to Los Angeles tomorrow, March 25th, 2010!!
The conference will take place in West L.A. and will feature:
- Film screenings followed by Filmmaker Q&A's.
- A discussion on Feminist Activism through media with leaders in the field.
- Workshop on Feminist Activism via blogging/ vlogging (Hurray!)
Please click on the links above for more information.
And I'm sure there will much more! I'll be there for sure, and I hope to see you there too.
If you are able to attend, please write me and let me know what you think of the conference!
Xo
La Femmedia
Welcome La Femmedia!!
Hello Las Angelinas!!
If you are anything like me, you've been spending some very valuable time picking through endless social event websites looking for Feminist Media happenings throughout the city. Chances are, you're coming up short. With this blog, I'm hoping to cut your search time in half and spread the word about the great Feminist sub-culture in this City of Angles!
I am constantly on the search for art openings, live performances, and media events of the Feminist persuasion. So, instead of subscribing to every 'Events Around Town' newsletter, I have decided to create my own. This blog will serve as a message board for all such events happening in the greater L.A. area.
I will post an update whenever I find something worth while going on, and I will be reviewing the vents that I am able to attend. That's where i need YOUR help!!
Please email me with any events that you may know of that the community might enjoy. I am interested in your reviews, your comments, and your announcements for any upcoming and relevant happenings in the greater Los Angeles area.
Thank you Ladies, Gents, and Other. I look forward to hearing from you!!
Xoxo
La Femmedia
If you are anything like me, you've been spending some very valuable time picking through endless social event websites looking for Feminist Media happenings throughout the city. Chances are, you're coming up short. With this blog, I'm hoping to cut your search time in half and spread the word about the great Feminist sub-culture in this City of Angles!
I am constantly on the search for art openings, live performances, and media events of the Feminist persuasion. So, instead of subscribing to every 'Events Around Town' newsletter, I have decided to create my own. This blog will serve as a message board for all such events happening in the greater L.A. area.
I will post an update whenever I find something worth while going on, and I will be reviewing the vents that I am able to attend. That's where i need YOUR help!!
Please email me with any events that you may know of that the community might enjoy. I am interested in your reviews, your comments, and your announcements for any upcoming and relevant happenings in the greater Los Angeles area.
Thank you Ladies, Gents, and Other. I look forward to hearing from you!!
Xoxo
La Femmedia
About Me
- La Femmedia
- Always looking for some, interesting, creative, exciting, empowering things to do in L.A. Please let us know if you have a Fabulous Feminist Media Event we can attend!