What to do when the New Mexico Rail Runner drops you off 3 hours before your Rio Metro bus picks you up, at a junction with a freeway?
Time to kill on the side of the US 550
Headed West
My mind is on the tracks, my friend My trumpet’s blown its course And heaven forgive, I’m headed west It’s the way of the sun and the source I’ve drummed from bounty’s brimming cup I’ve supped the luck I’m due And with timeliness and fire afoot Go ask my marching crew — Fol-de-rol, Johnny Flynn
An oddly personal TSA appraisal
The transport security officer rifles my carry-on luggage, removing an oversized bottle of after-sun. He peels back a plastic bag revealing a loose, damp swimsuit piece and leans in toward me, smiling knowingly. I can tell you’re the adventurous type. I don’t think you mind roughing it.
Jack Kerouac – On The Road
The air was soft, the stars so fine, the promise of every cobbled alley so great, that I thought I was in a dream.
What does an editor actually do?
I love this video. The role of the editor is often misunderstood and subsequently devalued but as you can see explained below, our contribution to the piece is crucial.
Marvellously subtle and detailed animation by Dave Penn (sixfingers) and equally delightful sound design by James Locke-Hart.
The video is promoting online training in the craft of the edit.
THE EDITOR from Inside The Edit on Vimeo.