Tastes like Learning*

You know what I can't stand? Social media seminars that charge an arm, leg, and first-born for an hour-long talk, a slew of white table cloths, and some rubbery chicken facsimile that gets stuck in my lower intestine sometime around 2 pm. I also loathe the idea that all social seminars worth attending are held … Continue reading Tastes like Learning*

A New England Autumn Wedding and tips for ‘Guest Photography’

We attended a fall wedding this weekend, one of my favorite things to do! I'm a sucker for any wedding, but as autumn is my favorite season and October my favorite month, weddings this time of year are sort of a nuptial hat trick. This ceremony and reception were held in two different Berkshire towns … Continue reading A New England Autumn Wedding and tips for ‘Guest Photography’

NAOS, The EMP, Drum Fest

Blogtoberfest Guest Post #5, by Leo Mazzeo It’s been a fair amount of time since I last visited North Adams for the annual Open Studios Event there.  My last foray was as a guest exhibiting artist.  This time out was as an interested spectator and arts indie blogger. The decumbent autumnal greyness overhead saw the … Continue reading NAOS, The EMP, Drum Fest

McScary: The Art of the Horror Franchise

Speaking as a writer, horror film franchises are great in one particular respect, because they give writers and directors a lot of room to develop a story. Granted, not all of them take that opportunity, but some do. And even when they don't, it's fun to track the evolution of the antagonist, be it an … Continue reading McScary: The Art of the Horror Franchise

Prize Secured for Blogtoberfest Guest Post Contest!

There are nine days of October left, and that means nine more days of Blogtoberfest! Guest posts submitted and published between now and Nov. 1 are eligible to win The Jump's annual contest, and we've just secured our first prize, with more to come. Readers will be asked to choose their favorite post on or … Continue reading Prize Secured for Blogtoberfest Guest Post Contest!