So I had the best offensive game of my life tonight playing for my dad's firm's modified pitch softball team. - sadly in a losing effort...but it's still exciting enough to share!
1st at-bat: RBI Double to RF
2nd AB: 3 Run Home-Run to RF (My first home run ever!)
3rd AB: Triple to CF
4th AB: 2 RBI Single to RF (Hit for the cycle!)
5th AB: Single to CF
5 for 5, 6 RBI, 3 Runs Scored ...it was a pretty exciting night, and I swear I wasn't jucing.
- Chris
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010
Week In Review
It's been an interesting week. I've been challenged by others, I've challenged myself, and it's caused me to think about a lot of things. Instead of a succinct narrative, here's the week in review as footnotes:
- Wednesday I realized that there's not many people in my life these days that are challenging me. I've become so used to being challenged from so many directions, that now when it does happen I tend to get defensive and try to "resolve" the challenge ASAP. It's hard for me to totally comprehend the wisdom in "living the question" instead of obsessing over getting it solved and move past it. Of course this is easy to write after I've had a few days to think about after someone
challenged me on Wednesday...but I'm modest enough to know when they're right and to step back and look at things honestly.
- That being said, I was pretty down on myself Wednesday - so I decided to train extra-hard @ Tiger Schulmann's. I ended up smacking around a heavy bag for 30 min, followed by an hour of grappling, an hour of kickboxing, another hour of grappling, and one last hour of kickboxing. I left there no longer feeling down on myself, and quite a bit sore.
- Thursday was a better day, and I was able to think with a more level head. I went back to TSK and did another 3.5 hours of work for good measure. It's a great feeling to work through the plateau I'd been stuck at for a few months.
- Went climbing at Brooklyn Boulders on Friday with my new climbing gear, and my buddy Mike of Phattire fame. His blog has some snapshots and video links, courtesty of his iPhone. It's more than a supplement to my martial arts training, it's another way for me to challenge myself. More than that, it's a great opportunity to chill to good tunes, enjoy the awesome climbing community, and hang out with good people like Mike:
Chris: "I've been trying to blog more - it's a good way for me to share my thoughts. I've stopped caring about what people will think about what I have to say, and just say it."
Mike: "Well I don't care about what you have to say."
...good times.
- Saturday was spent with Alexandra, and we toured the Botanical Gardens, happened upon a street fair, she got her mani/pedi, and we did dinner @ di Nico's in Little Italy (I'd give it a 7/10 - good food at a fair price). I surprised her later in the night by taking her past the White Rabbit bar, and lucked out that her good friend Orion was 'tending. Orion is the lead guy in The Orion Experience, an incredible band I've gottent to see live once, and they're getting very popular lately, with songs on major TV shows, and playing some big venues. I'm not a big music guy, but T.O.E. is very very good. Afterwards, we stopped for snacks at the Sugar Cafe, 2 blocks east on Houston & Allen St. - recreating the last 2 stops of the night we
first met almost 15 months ago. It was a great day to relax and simply enjoy time with Alexandra.
- Sunday was brunch with Alex, then cleaning/work/reading time while Alex wrote a paper. At night it was another meeting of the fledgling Upper Manhattan Dancers, Gamers & Drinkers Club (acronym and by-laws still a work in progress) :) A fun evening of Dixit, Carcassone, and Kill Dr. Lucky ensued.
The most important part of this past week was being able to sit back, enjoy time spent with my friends, while still embracing the challenges of others, as well as challenging myself to grow. More and more I've able to stop being a self-critic, embrace my flaws, and just go out and try new things, meet new people, create new things, and develop more wisdom.
- chris
- Wednesday I realized that there's not many people in my life these days that are challenging me. I've become so used to being challenged from so many directions, that now when it does happen I tend to get defensive and try to "resolve" the challenge ASAP. It's hard for me to totally comprehend the wisdom in "living the question" instead of obsessing over getting it solved and move past it. Of course this is easy to write after I've had a few days to think about after someone
challenged me on Wednesday...but I'm modest enough to know when they're right and to step back and look at things honestly.
- That being said, I was pretty down on myself Wednesday - so I decided to train extra-hard @ Tiger Schulmann's. I ended up smacking around a heavy bag for 30 min, followed by an hour of grappling, an hour of kickboxing, another hour of grappling, and one last hour of kickboxing. I left there no longer feeling down on myself, and quite a bit sore.
- Thursday was a better day, and I was able to think with a more level head. I went back to TSK and did another 3.5 hours of work for good measure. It's a great feeling to work through the plateau I'd been stuck at for a few months.
- Went climbing at Brooklyn Boulders on Friday with my new climbing gear, and my buddy Mike of Phattire fame. His blog has some snapshots and video links, courtesty of his iPhone. It's more than a supplement to my martial arts training, it's another way for me to challenge myself. More than that, it's a great opportunity to chill to good tunes, enjoy the awesome climbing community, and hang out with good people like Mike:
Chris: "I've been trying to blog more - it's a good way for me to share my thoughts. I've stopped caring about what people will think about what I have to say, and just say it."
Mike: "Well I don't care about what you have to say."
...good times.
- Saturday was spent with Alexandra, and we toured the Botanical Gardens, happened upon a street fair, she got her mani/pedi, and we did dinner @ di Nico's in Little Italy (I'd give it a 7/10 - good food at a fair price). I surprised her later in the night by taking her past the White Rabbit bar, and lucked out that her good friend Orion was 'tending. Orion is the lead guy in The Orion Experience, an incredible band I've gottent to see live once, and they're getting very popular lately, with songs on major TV shows, and playing some big venues. I'm not a big music guy, but T.O.E. is very very good. Afterwards, we stopped for snacks at the Sugar Cafe, 2 blocks east on Houston & Allen St. - recreating the last 2 stops of the night we
first met almost 15 months ago. It was a great day to relax and simply enjoy time with Alexandra.
- Sunday was brunch with Alex, then cleaning/work/reading time while Alex wrote a paper. At night it was another meeting of the fledgling Upper Manhattan Dancers, Gamers & Drinkers Club (acronym and by-laws still a work in progress) :) A fun evening of Dixit, Carcassone, and Kill Dr. Lucky ensued.
The most important part of this past week was being able to sit back, enjoy time spent with my friends, while still embracing the challenges of others, as well as challenging myself to grow. More and more I've able to stop being a self-critic, embrace my flaws, and just go out and try new things, meet new people, create new things, and develop more wisdom.
- chris
Monday, April 26, 2010
A poem and blog changes
Happiness
then, a spot of green I labelled Leaf
the vibrations became a Song
I called you by a Name
with words of finite meaning
the I thought upon my Mind
trying to see Itself apart
Lamenting the true moment Lost
Wrote this while walking through the rain today, and it's fitting as I just finished reading a very interesting book by Alan Watts, "The Wisdom of Insecurity". Any short version regarding Alan Watts would do him a disservice - so you can read about him here: Wikipedia
I've been starting to feel very isolated lately, and mainly because I feel like I hold back my true nature. I am inquisitive by nature, but there's a lot of truth to the fact that reading a book is one thing, understanding and living it is something all together different. I guess I've been too concerned with perception - but in reality the end result was frustration in not feeling like I was "walking the walk". All the life-altering philosophy and perceptions I've made in my life, and for what? If I don't give of myself and my nature to others, what's the point? The end result of such a path can only be division, isolation, bitterness, and moving away from the truths I seek and hold so dear.
With that said, this blog is now much more than an avenue for sharing art updates - it's a path for me to provide a glimpse into my aspect of the universe...feel free to follow along.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
New Work Update!
It's been quite a while since I've updated on new work. While my website can't show it, I've been very busy with graphic design in the past 6 months, but its for projects which must remain under wraps.
Overall I think 2009 was a great year for me, as I've started to really develop with my technique. My goals for 2010 include more painting and fine art to supplement the many hours I spend in front of a computer. To that end, I've invested in a new computer that's really helping the art along by allowing me to work larger and faster!
The website has just been updated to include work done in the past few months, including 2 one-page comics (one very abstract).
Enjoy!
- Chris
Overall I think 2009 was a great year for me, as I've started to really develop with my technique. My goals for 2010 include more painting and fine art to supplement the many hours I spend in front of a computer. To that end, I've invested in a new computer that's really helping the art along by allowing me to work larger and faster!
The website has just been updated to include work done in the past few months, including 2 one-page comics (one very abstract).
Enjoy!
- Chris
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Abstract Comics Article
I've recently been asked to join the ranks of the Abstract Comics blog. My first post to this blog can be viewed here: LINK
Enjoy,
- Chris
Enjoy,
- Chris
Sunday, November 1, 2009
New Website Revision
Finally completed the latest revision to the website! This version not only looks better, but has better browser support and a lot more content. I've also added all of Sick Day, Stray Thoughts & my latest story Globe Fish to the website.
In the portfolio page, I've also added my latest work: a drawing of Carl Schurtz Park I completed last week.
www.chriskreuter.com
- Chris
Sunday, September 20, 2009
GLOBE FISH
So I had a dream a few weeks ago about this funny little creature called a Globe Fish. While I don't remember the context of the dream very vividly, my memory of the creature was ingrained in my head - so I made up a story about him. Since Halloween is fast approaching, it seemed like a great avenue for a little mini-comic. It will be self-published as a small 8-page mini-comic. I'm going to hand a few out for free on Halloween, so if you want one drop me a line!
Check out a preview of the book here: http://www.chriskreuter.com/BOOKS/GlobeFishPreview.jpg
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Creative Quarterly 16 - Runner Up!
Creative Quarterly magazine issue 16 was just released. While I didn't win a high enough award to be printed in the edition, my runner-up award is the best I've done so far. I submitted "Upwards in Fall".
The award & image can be seen here: http://cqjournal.com/gallery.html
- Chris
Monday, June 15, 2009
Stray Thoughts featured on Abstract Comics Blog!
Stray Thoughts was recently featured on the blog of Andrei Molotiu - editor of the first Abstract Comics anthology due for June 2009 release. If you're a fan of abstract comics, be sure to support Andrei's work!
Friday, June 12, 2009
Isabella Geriatric Center - A Night in the Heights
Last night, I participated in an art auction through the Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (NoMMA) and the Isabella Geriatric Center on 190th St & Audubon Ave. in New York City.
I had two original pieces at auction: April Abstract & Life In Yellow - both 6"x6" abstractions that were quite popular. These pieces were precursors to my book Stray Thoughts, and are some of my favorite pieces. Both pieces sold at the auction, with a large portion of the proceeds going back to the Isabella center and to NoMMA. Thanks to everybody who attended and provided such amazing feedback! The photo below shows my pieces in the black frames with black matting to the bottom left.
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