ISSUE #04
Melbourne Pixel is back on your screen with Issue #04, and subtle upgrades is
the theme. Not only are we once again bringing you the hottest creative talent
from this wide brown land, as well as hot websites, resources, bars, and of course
our regular illustrative feature from Blue Giant, but we have also added small
upgrades all over the place.
You can now access PDF downloads of each article, or jump to a print-ready version
of each one. On the right is a randomly generated link to previous articles,
our mailing list is up to date, we have a new splash page (some people were finding
it hard to enter the site...) and a new logo pack for you to download (link at
the bottom of every page).
Also, Stray Cat is back once again with some killer banner stock from one of
her recent trips! So get into it, and enjoy!
ARTICLES
Original Angle
Hailing from sunny Brisbane, Paul
is a young IT genius who dedicates his time traveling around
this beautiful country delving into computers further than
any of us probably thought possible. Some people might take
this as a job, and work away day after day never looking
up and out. Thankfully for us (and our readers), Paul is
just as dedicated to using this perfect position to make
his mark behind the lens.
Implementing both film and digital to achieve his breathtaking
shots, Paul delivers on a level that makes most of us hide
our happy-snap cameras in shame. Take one look at his gallery,
and you'll understand why we had to find out who is
behind it all, and just how he does it.
A Different Kind of
Operation
Melbourne brews talent and creativity
in all shapes and forms, but never one quite as lovely as
Nicole Shenko. A singer and songwriter, Nicole has spent
the last few years touring China, releasing an acclaimed
album, jumping between Sydney and Melbourne and throwing
herself into creating a sound
she describes as 'Soft Orange': a deep groove based on a
dance sensibility.
Our dedicated contributor Simon caught up with Nicole to
get a deeper look into her world, and what she has been
doing in the Australian music scene.
One Pixel
at a Time
Delivering in the world of Isometric Pixel
Art is a challenge most people would cringe at and
likely run for the nearest exit. Unless of course
your name is Rhys Davies, and you wave at the world
from the city of churches. Showing skill and determination
that reach far above his humble 21 years, Rhys has
had a hand in the creative process and pixel artwork
for various companies, and worked on titles familiar
to us all.
Not only that, but he can actually explain Isometric
Pixel Art. Bow before this man. Or, do what we did
and have a run through his gallery, then bug him
to answers some questions...
The Time Has Come
Even if you have never heard a song, you will recognise the
name. Pennywise have been at the heart of punk rock's rebirth
since the early 90's, and they haven't slowed down since.
Producing album after album of short, sharp, high-speed hits,
Pennywise raise the bar again and again, and built the credibility
that labels them today as one of the most renowned Punk Rock
acts.
Having not been to Melbourne for quite some time, when Pennywise
announced their tour our resident mosh-addict Rob snatched
up some tickets, flexed his PW tattoo, and prepared for the
night of his life.
Literal Changes
Sleepers Publishing is an independent publishing house based
in Melbourne. With a goal of raising the opinion of writing
and publishing in Australia, as well as providing opportunities
not only for established writers but for up-and-coming talent
as well, we felt not only obligated to include them in an issue,
but proud to do so.
Since 2003 Sleepers Publishing have been behind some of the
most interesting and developmental literary events in this
country, and our celebrated contributor Simon caught up with
Louise Swinn and Zoe Dattner, founders of Sleepers Publishing,
so you lucky readers can...well...ahem...read about them...
We Want You!
Are you a creative Australian
who feels that your work just doesn't get exposure? Feel
like it's money, not talent, that's keeping you from a
feature article? Well, welcome home!
That's right, we are currently looking for talented Australians
to be a part of the Melbourne Pixel expansion. We don't
care if you freelance, have no money, only work at night,
or only work in a yellow sequined g-string. If you have
what it takes, then we'll back you the whole way!
We are currently looking for:
• Photographers
• Writers
• Designers
• Artists
• Affiliate communities / groups / companies
If you fit
any of the above criteria, and want to contribute to Melbourne
Pixel, just fill out the form below to contact us.
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LATER...
Go home! Yep, it's the end on Issue #04, and what a wild
ride! Make sure you keep checking back for updates and
changes to the site, and get onto the mailing list to
make sure you miss nothing in the coming months.
Thanks once again to everyone who helped out with this
issue. See you all again for Issue #05 in September!
Peace out!
Melbourne Pixel Team
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