Author Archives: christianempoulin

I have had a lot of time to think lately. I just transferred to Marist College this past semester from Furman University. Poughkeepsie, NY is a lot different than Greenville, SC… definitely much colder. Since I have been missing my home-away-from home in the south I have decided to make a must visit list forContinue reading “Road Trip Destinations – May 4 – Extra 9th Post”

If you have read my last blog, you can tell I am beyond ready for summer to kickoff. One summer activity I am particularly excited for is boating and wake surfing. Wake surfing is really popular on lakes in Minnesota and California. However, its popularity has arrived in New York. My friends and I haveContinue reading “Wake Surf Tutorial – April, 30”

The idea of summer being right around the corner has spread throughout me like wildfire. I originally thought I would be working in NYC this summer and taking courses online. This plan has been changed a little bit due to COVID-19. Now, I will spending my summer in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York.Continue reading “Summer’s Coming – April 27”

I love to ski and lately I have been missing the snow. In this blog I am going to give you a virtual glance into the world of a New York snowbird. Perhaps during this Quarantine you will be inspired to buy a pair of skis for the 2020/2021 season. Believe it or not, NewContinue reading “Skier’s Guide – April 23”

I have always been more of a paper book person than a kindle fan. I love to feel like I have accomplished something by getting to the end of a book and being able to hold the pages in the palm of my hand. I have read many books throughout this “break” and the oneContinue reading “Book Review – April 20”

This horrible virus has hit home and I have family suffering as a result. This week has been one of the worst of my life. I feel this lingering sadness watching those around me suffering and not being able to get near them to help. I decided to listen to new music and write aContinue reading “Song Review – April 16”

The editing affects used throughout the movie, Afronauts, was really practical and intentional. I say this because had this been a colorized film, incorporating clips from other historical sources would not have blended as well. Therefore, the practicality of creating this movie was clearly planned in advance. It is intentional because black and white footage creates anContinue reading “Media Review – Part 2. – April 13”

The short film, Afronauts, is a historical science fiction movie based on the race to space that occurred in the 1960s. This film was created in 2014 and Directed by Nuotama Bodomo. The lead actress is Diandra Forrest, who plays Matha, the main character who is going to attempt to go to space on a rather makeshift shuttle.Continue reading “Media Review – Part 1. – April 9”

Are in need of social distancing activity? I have found ways to keep my mind busy through gardening. Personally, I think gardening is the best because it gets you breathing fresh air and doing something constructive. To my fellow students- Once you finish reading this post… Put your phone down and go outside! I haveContinue reading “Quarantine Entertainment – April 6”

This week we are transitioning into audio. There will be a lot of elements incorporated into the recordings. You will be able to hear music, voice and speech alterations, as well as many sound effects. I am planning on making sounds that you would hear walking through Manhattan. I also love the sounds of natureContinue reading “The Calm Before The Noise”