Speed of Life

  Gregg Chadwick Poolside 20" x 16" oil on linen 2022 As 2022 ends, I am excited to invite you to my studio  at the Santa Monica Airport for an evening of art and camaraderie. Art At The Airport Open Studios & Holiday Art Sale December 10th from 4-7 PM Location: Studio #15, 18th Street Arts Center, 3026 Airport Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90405 Featuring over 20 professional artists opening their studio doors and offering a rare glimpse into their practices, and the opportunity to buy work directly from the artists themselves. Come and enjoy food, drinks, a performance by pianist Paul Cornish and the Santa Monica Folklorico Ballet, purchase handmade, artisanal goods by Market Exchange vendor collective and participate in a winter ornament workshop conducted by artist Marcus Kuiland-Nazario. Free to all, please register in advance. Feel free to invite friends and family.  All ages are welcome! Free Parking https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-open-studios-tickets-4545...

Setting a compass to earth: The Ancient of Days, 1794, by William Blake. Today was his birthday. pic.twitter.com/NFdX0leBWD — Dr. Peter Paul Rubens (@PP_Rubens) November 29, 2022

Very Sad News - Irene Cara, Oscar-winning singer of title tracks to 'Flashdance,' 'Fame' dies at 63, rep says Thank you, Ms. Carey. I'd like you to know that Irene spoke of you often and was so honored that you considered her to be an inspiration as you found your place in the music industry. She was very proud of you and your accomplishments. Through you, a little of Irene will live on. https://t.co/Ns2jos30SY — Irene Cara (@Irene_Cara) November 28, 2022

Elton John Takes Final Bow at Dodger Stadium With Dua Lipa, Brandi Carlile, Fireworks and a Message to His Fans: “Be Kind to Each Other” https://t.co/ng8hnUvufn — Gregg Chadwick (@greggchadwick) November 21, 2022

We can drive out hate with love. Online, on the streets, in legislative halls, at the polls, in religious groups, at home, in schools. But love is not weak and passive. It is immersed, intentional, and inspired. — Be A King (@BerniceKing) November 20, 2022

   "This is my signature political presentation. It is a data filled look at American politics since the Cold War ended and a new age of globalization began. What we discover is that when Democrats have been in power, things have gotten better. With Republicans, not so much."  - Simon Rosenberg

A Market Street Elegy for @Twitter 🫡 pic.twitter.com/PoBquBNDNW — Gregg Chadwick (@greggchadwick) November 18, 2022

Bruce Springsteen joined Tom Power to talk about his new album of soul covers, titled Only the Strong Survive , and how soul music shaped him as performer and songwriter.

Join me as I make a major announcement on the Floor of the House of Representatives. https://t.co/Hi7zFqidbV — Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) November 17, 2022 "When I think of Nancy Pelosi, I think of dignity." Statement by President Joe Biden On Speaker Nancy Pelosi Stepping Down from Democratic Leadership in the House of Representatives https://t.co/VscHb5AI2d via @whitehouse — Gregg Chadwick (@greggchadwick) November 17, 2022 Speaker Nancy Pelosi is the GOAT. Now & forever. pic.twitter.com/pnpoa3p9xp — Deborah 🏳️‍🌈 (@RobertaSaidThat) November 17, 2022 Speaker Pelosi is an absolute masterclass in powerful, empathetic leadership, guided by her strong moral compass and unmatched political skill. Thank you, @SpeakerPelosi . https://t.co/AcPo6Qdp4W — Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) November 17, 2022 #ThankYouMadamSpeaker https://t.co/wPdzrQpQSj — Simon Rosenberg (@SimonWDC) November 17, 2022 So glad my daughter got to witness ...

Bruce Springsteen has released a very different collection of songs on his new album,  Only The Strong Survive.  It's a beautiful musical love letter to artists and songwriters who have influenced and inspired him over the years.  He is also about to embark on a HUGE tour around the States and Europe in 2023, how on earth does he decide what to sing and what not to sing?  I was lucky enough to sit down and chat to him at length about his incredible stamina and creativity that thankfully for us fans, doesn't seem to be diminishing.

Georgia O’Keeffe, Starlight Night, Lake George, 1922   

From NPR: "Former first Lady Michelle Obama knows not everyone is motivated by her famous quote from her 2016 DNC speech. In fact, she knows some voters have been downright frustrated with her call to "go high."  In her new book, "The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times," Obama acknowledges a generational rift in views over the pace of societal change and political action, in addition to opening up about other deeply personal details on how she's coped with changes – both in public, and in private. Generational shifts are a theme throughout the former first lady's latest book, which strikes a different tone from her 2018 book, "Becoming." In her first memoir, Obama peeled back the layers of her and her family's personal story, giving the world an intimate view. While "The Light We Carry" includes plenty of personal details, it serves as more of a guidebook in which Obama uses her own lived experiences to answer question...

Bruce Springsteen joins Questlove Supreme to talk about covering classic Soul and R&B songs for his new album, Only The Strong Survive. The Boss also discusses his approach to creativity, album-making, and putting on one of the best live shows in all of music. 

Wow! Now that was a Jersey soul reunion with original E Street Band pianist David Sancious on the keyboards. Great performance

One hundred years ago the Detroit Institute of Arts became the first museum in the U.S. to buy a work by Vincent Van Gogh, the Dutch Post-Impressionist who died in 1890. Now, the DIA honors the centenary of that landmark acquisition by presenting "Van Gogh in America," featuring 74 works from around the world, which explores America's introduction to the artist. Correspondent Rita Braver reports. #vangogh #vincentvangogh

By Gregg Chadwick This crisp Sunday morning in Santa Monica, I am reflecting on the remarkable achievement by so many to keep the United States steered toward a bright future as evidenced by the inspiring results of the November 2022 midterm elections. Our democracy was tested and held firm.  As Nick Corasanti reports in the New York Times: “Every election denier who sought to become the top election official in a critical battleground state lost at the polls this year, as voters roundly rejected extreme partisans who promised to restrict voting and overhaul the electoral process.” Writer Billy Mernit wrote in a comment to a story that I linked on twitter, “It's still amazing to me that ‘Tell people who like to vote to vote for the people who want to take their votes away‘ was perceived to be a winning strategy.” I painted the musician H.E.R. performing America the Beautiful at the Super Bowl in February 2021. America the Beautiful was written as an aspirational response to the blu...

The midterms turned out exceptionally well for Democrats and in the process David, Simon, and Tara’s analysis from last week was vindicated!  The team reconvenes with Tom Bonier of TargetSmart to talk about the races that have already been called and the vote that is still left outstanding.  What are the key takeaways from last night?  Is this a victory for Democrats or just better than expectations?  Is GenZ the most important generation politically now?  Find out in this thoughtful discussion. Students wait in line to vote and register at the UMMA Tuesday night. Jenna Hickey/Daily

A Quick Reminder - Vote! http://IWillVOTE.com Know Your Voting Rights: If the polls close while you’re still in line, stay in line- you have the right to vote If you make a mistake on your ballot, ask for a new one If the machines are down at your polling place, ask for a paper ballot Voter Hotline: 866-687-8683 🚨 Voter Hotlines: 🚨 English: 866-687-8683 Spanish: 888-839-8682 Arabic: 844-925-5287 Bengali, Cantonese, Hindi, Urdu, Korean, Mandarin, Tagalog, or Vietnamese: 888-274-8683

On November 10, 2022, U.S. Marines around the globe will celebrate 247 years of success on the battlefield and a legacy defined by honor, courage and commitment. Thanks Dad for our adventures as a USMC family. 

A tribute to the late rockabilly legend Jerry Lee Lewis, who passed away Oct. 28 at 87.

  President Joe Biden & President Barack Obama together again. Awesome to see. #Philadelphia #BrotherlyLove MUST WATCH: President @JoeBiden and @BarackObama are in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to get out the vote for Democrats up and down the ballot. https://t.co/OLSZlcAJP7 — The Democrats (@TheDemocrats) November 5, 2022 How it started: @JohnFetterman was the first and only mayor in all of Western PA to endorse @BarackObama . How it’s going: 15,000 Pennsylvanians turned out to rally with John and Obama from Pittsburgh to Philly today. 💙 https://t.co/tK3uM6NcWW — Emilia Winter Rowland (@EmiliaWinterRo) November 6, 2022

I joined Twitter in April 2009, in time for Iran's Green Wave and the BFD of Obamacare. Thank you to the twitter employees who have been with us along the way. Please read and share their goodbyes at #LoveWhereYouWorked pic.twitter.com/uotZb65YVN — Gregg Chadwick (@greggchadwick) November 4, 2022

Watch @U2 's Bono perform their legendary hit, "With Or Without You" on #Colbert . pic.twitter.com/xlNMXUkf4C — The Late Show (@colbertlateshow) November 4, 2022   Bono and @U2 have always been known for their improvisation. 😂 #Colbert pic.twitter.com/9zPyp5JVZ5 — The Late Show (@colbertlateshow) November 4, 2022 Name a better selfie… we’ll wait. 🥃 See you tonight with @u2 ’s #Bono ! pic.twitter.com/WbPTRqRAwn — The Late Show (@colbertlateshow) November 4, 2022 My summer with Bono. I’ll have much more to say about this incredible audio experience we created. You all should hear it. Bono is a generous collaborator and the kind of fella who spells your name correctly for The NY Times. #Bono #Surrender #Audiobook #U2 #SurrenderMemoir pic.twitter.com/IFsccCNwo2 — Scott Sherratt (@scottsherratt) November 3, 2022

 President Joe Biden delivers remarks about preserving and protecting our democracy. Biden: "The assailant entered the home asking, 'Where's Nancy? Where's Nancy?' Those are the very same words used by the mob when they stormed the US Capitol on January 6." pic.twitter.com/2WPijP779o — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) November 2, 2022 Biden on the midterms: "There's something else at stake. Democracy itself." pic.twitter.com/mT0XESvdxp — Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) November 2, 2022 President Biden: “We’re facing a defining moment. We must, with one overwhelming, unified voice and speak as a country to say there’s no place for voter intimidation.” — Jawn Staley 😷🧼🧴💉 (@errinhaines) November 2, 2022 Pres @JoeBiden outlines the perils of lies from extremists & rightwing politicians. Calls on all Americans to confront truth, not tolerate voter intimidation or political violence that advances power & profits. Our nation a...

Press paws on your week with the Sea Otter Cam https://t.co/MWIZaOBcJk — Monterey Bay Aquarium (@MontereyAq) November 2, 2022 Gregg Chadwick Ocean, Otters, Oil  (detail) 40"x40"oil on linen 2021 More on Sea Otters at  https://greggchadwick.blogspot.com/2021/11/rising-seas-and-oil-spills-thoughts.html

"Erie is PA’s bellwether county. And I’m just so grateful to everyone who came out to listen to me + Erie Dems Black Caucus Chair Selena King talk about inflation, women’s reproductive freedom, and the stakes of this election."- John Fetterman  Remember - Vote. Vote like your democracy depends on it. Because it does. NEVER FORGET: John Fetterman has VOWED to fight not only to PROTECT, but to EXPAND Social Security! It has NOT been expanded in 51 years! pic.twitter.com/C19BCe2jki — Peter Morley (@morethanmySLE) November 2, 2022

"I'm Only Sleeping"- Experimental recording methods and avant-garde composition combine to create this dreamlike song, evocative of The Beatles’ pioneering approach to the music of Revolver.   Artist and director Em Cooper explored the space between dreaming and wakefulness, working on an animation rostrum on sheets of celluloid. She painted every frame individually in oil paint, a process which took many months. 

Vote. Vote like your democracy depends on it. Because it does. — Steven Beschloss (@StevenBeschloss) November 2, 2022

  Michigan friends! Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow created a helpful video to make sure that you vote in this important election. There’s one week left! Do you know what’s on your ballot? Know where your polling place is? Need to find a drop box for your absentee ballot? Watch this handy explainer so you are fully prepared to VOTE with confidence! Share with your friends! http://Michigan.gov/vote