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~* Holly *~

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About Me

I turned 23 on December 16th and I work @ Buckhead Saloon, Station Square, Pittsburgh. I luv it there, I work with the best looking people in the city and I love hasslin the drunks! :)I moved from beautiful Western NY to Pittsburgh in August to attend the Art Institute of Pittsburgh to persue getting my Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design. Yeah, I'm an artist...and a pretty damn good one too! I specialize mostly in realism and tattoo art and often design custom graphics for a variety of people and reasons. Need a custom graphic? Don't hesitate to ask! Need proof? Check out my pics folder to see my artwork and photography biotchez! I love AIP although I'm going to be switching my major to Veterinary Science as soon as AiP credits are transferable to other colleges.(I'm still staying in Pitt though) I love animals and was always torn between the two careers but after seeing what I would be designing everyday, a career in Veterinary Science would be alot more rewarding in the long run. I always had a suspicion that I didn't want to be an artist since I was younger...now I see that art is just a hobby I've always been good at and I enjoy doing in my freetime. ___________________________________________________________ I also love music. Music is the rythm of my life and it keeps me going when nothing else will. Check out my music section to see what I listen to the most, there's alot! Singing is a passion of mine that few know about and I'm awesome at that too, although I just recently started getting over my stage-fright. I actually tried out for American Idol a few years ago but forgot the lyrics to the song I was singing and totally made an ass of myself cuz I was sooo nervous! Maybe I'll put a few tracks on here someday when I get the time. You'll be very surprised! (& pleased) :) I was also a band geek in school...I've played alto sax since I was 8 and was 1st chair (the best of the best!) throughout school. I can also play a little bit of guitar, piano and oboe. ___________________________________________________________ I know how cheezy this is going to sound, but I LOVE LEARNING! Knowledge is power, and the more you know, the better off you are. If I seem like I ask alot of questions sometimes it's probably because I'm very interested in what you have to say and want to learn more. I learn alot by reading but then again I love to read as well. In 6th grade I tested @ college level reading, spelling, grammar and comprehension. In return, I suuuck @ Math! Always have and probably always will! Science and the many branches of it amazes me. There are so many cool things to learn in biology, physics, chemistry, medicine, computers or anything else to do with science, the list goes on and on... ___________________________________________________________

-"Just let the lovin' take a hold cuz it will if you let it. A funky not a junkie but I know where to get it." ;) Basically, I like to have a great time, but I don't over do it...moderation is key! ___________________________________________________________I love the outdoors and nature more than anything and I'm heart-broken knowing that I'm stuck here in the middle of a city for the next 3 years. I miss my favorite place on the planet, Letchworth Park more than anything... roaming around the forest, climbing gorge walls or swimming in the Genesee River (where cell reception doesn't exist) like the little Native American that I am! Over the summer I discovered a mother and baby Bald Eagle pair @ St. Helena's! We named the mom and the Isalnd we found them on, Eagle One. Later on we found there were 2 parents and 1 baby. It's an amazing sight! ___________________________________________________________ I'm such a restless person, I always have to be doing something. That's probably why I'll never find the right guy for me. I need someone who is just as adventurous as I am and who won't get offended by how independent I am. I really don't need someone to help me lift heavy things, fix stuff, cook and what not; I can handle all that on my own. I need a companion who is just as compassionate about life as I am. If everyone could see the beauty in everything the way I do, the world might be a better place. Video Gamers: Kiss My Butt! I will never again be 2nd to a damned video game! I think I'm an awesome girlfriend: very easy going and laid-back, pretty, funny, nice, devoted, honest, very intelligent and strong-willed. I do have morals and don't just sleep around, that's not my thing @ all. I feel I'm worth more than just a booty call and if you cant see that then you don't deserve me. I'm not a sissy either, I can definitely handle my own and can throw a spiral with a football better than most guys. ___________________________________________________________ I was a little freaked out that I had to move to a huge city for college. But everyone said that Pittsburgh is beautiful, as well as a shitload of fun! And they really weren't lieing! I've been having a blast ever since I arrived...with both school and the great friends I've met already. I'm currently going to school for Graphic Design, but will shortly be changing my major to Veterinary Science with a minor in Environmental Conservation. This planet is simply amazing with it's wide variety of plants, animals and climates. My greatest wish would be to travel the world and see South America, Egypt, the Himalayas, Japan, the Glaciers, the Reefs, deserts, The Grand Canyon, Europe...pretty much EVERYTHING! I believe conservation of this planet is crucial in our planets' survival. Not too many people actually realize how fast our planet is deteriorating right in front of our eyes and it's because of us! I know how nerdy all of this sounds, but sadly it's true. :( ___________________________________________________________~ **So if anyone wants to travel around the world sometime within the next 20 years, look me up...I'm always waiting for an adventure!**~

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My Interests

The outdoors, animal rehabilitation, Tattooing, art, travel, Ancient Egypt, science/biology, reading, rock climbing, Tattoos, computers, PS2, geology, hiking, photography, music, forensics, swimming, wildlife rehabilitation, and pretty much everything. AND... Tony Hawk American Wasteland! -reigning champ ************

I'd like to meet:

I would love to one day meet both Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell. Their artwork is nothing short of amazing and breath-taking. Every brush stroke they paint on canvas magically seems to turn into reality. To be able to meet them and be able to ask questions I've always wanted to ask would be simply amazing. One day I hope to accomplish what they have with their art. ___________________________________________________________ I'd also like to meet Brandon Boyd from Incubus. I'd love to spend a day just talking about art and music with him. Oh yeah, and he's gorgeous!:)The rest of the band could join in too. Musical Magicians! ___________________________________________________________ My future husband...if I haven't met him already that is! (or if he even exists! lol) ___________________________________________________________ My Aunt Jean whom I've never met, yet she has been helping me with expenses for college. Thank you, it means everything to me. This is my time to shine!

Music:

Incubus, Sublime, Shinedown, Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Flogging Molly, My Chemical Romance, Gnarls Barkley, O.A.R, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day, Beethoven, Matisyahu, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Bros. Band, Atreyu, Evanescence, Breaking Benjamin, Cold, Nirvana, older Metallica, Mozart, The Doors, Cat Stevens, Rush, The Offspring, Bob Marley, Chris Daughtry, Beethoven, Flaw, Marilyn Manson, Flyleaf, Bush, Chevelle, Godsmack, Nickelback, Queen, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Pantera, Hoobastank, Sevendust, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, 10 years, Journey, The All-American Rejects, Tom Petty, Disturbed, Cold, Staind, Linkin Park, Trivium, Audioslave,Three Days Grace, Avril Lavigne, The Eagles, Cherry Poppin Daddies, Kelly Clarkson, Stone Sour, STP, Christina Aguilera, The Who, CCR, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Kanye West, Fall Out Boy, Around the Fire... pretty much anything as long as it's good. I love straight-up symphony and orchestrated music as well!

Movies:

Across the Universe, Fear and Loathing, SouthPark, Born Free, Schindler's List, Natural Born Killers, Requiem for a Dream, Trainspotting, Donnie Darko, Blow, Stranger Than Fiction, Braveheart, Amadeus, Half-Baked, Super Troopers, Scary Movie 2, Dazed and Confused, Anchorman, Grandmas Boy, Lion King, Alice in Wonderland, 40 Year-old Virgin, Silent Hill, The Island, Resident Evil 1&2 just to name a few...I love horror and comedy flicks, even if they are cheezy! :)

Television:

Robot Chicken, Futurama, The Simpsons, Family Guy, Smallville, Heroes, CSI, Roseanne, The Real World, Jackass, CKY, Morel Orel, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, SNL, pretty much anything on National Geographic, History, Discovery, Adult Swim, Animal Planet and the Science Channel.

Books:

Ok, I'll admit it...I'm a nerd. I read ALOT. Knowledge is power and I'll read anything thats in front of me! Anything about science, nature, biology, space, criminology & forensics and new technology I have particular interest in.Anne Rice: The Vampire Chronicles & Mayfair Witches, Pet Sematary, Number the Stars, Island of the Blue Dolphins, Steven King, National Geographic, Rolling Stone, Discover Magazine, Popular Science, Popular Mechanics, anything and everything about Ancient Egypt.

Heroes:

Brendan Galligan-for showing me that great guys (although few) aren't an extinct species. :) Charles Darwin, Kat Von D, King Leonidas, Batman (I'd marry Batman!)Boris Vallejo, Julie Bell, Pocahontas, The Buffalo Sabres, Jeff Corwin,Todd McFarlane, Brandon Boyd, Bill Nye the Science Guy, Captain Morgan, The Pittsburgh Steelers, Paul Booth, Brandon Boyd, Christina Aguilera, Jack Daniels and Your Mom.

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Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:38:00 PST

Why I am, the way I am :)

Holly Lantain Katie Talerico, English 1010 Narrative on Life Changing Event                I believe a person is molded by the various ev...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:33:00 PST

Career Crisis! HELP!

So I’ve recently been having a mental dilemma about my career& As most of you know I am currently enrolled @ the Art Institute of Pittsburgh for Graphic Design because I am a very talented artis...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Tue, 08 Apr 2008 05:58:00 PST

Healing Old Wounds

No matter how hard I tried, I was never good enough in your eyes. All the things I did to put a smile on your face, and all I’d get was a look of disgrace.   It was all for nothing, ...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 02:10:00 PST

I am the Wild Child

You look at me and see a perfect person,the perfect ending to a perfect story.The one who will never falter, and never break under pressure.   You think of me as a princess, ...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 02:07:00 PST

Untrue Friends

Go ahead and play your games, Every time it turns out the same. I’m no longer going to care, I’ll forget all the memories we shared. I’m not the one to blame, You are the one wh...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 02:05:00 PST

Crushed hopes and dreams

Well guys...I might be leaving Pittsburgh soon cuz I cant find an eligible co-signer for my student loans. I had great credit before I moved down here, but the job I've been working at  took 8 w...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Fri, 07 Mar 2008 12:25:00 PST

Pittsburgh Snow Day!

So I woke up this afternoon like any other, still tired and groggy from staying up until 4 am. (which seems to be the college student norm) I peered out my bedroom windows as I rubbed the sleepiness f...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Wed, 13 Feb 2008 10:39:00 PST

Accomplising a Life-Long Dream

..> So I'm finally in Pittsburgh, pursuing a dream that I've had since I was 15; to attend the Art Institute of Pittsburgh to become a better artist than I am today. It feels great knowing that I g...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Sun, 26 Aug 2007 06:31:00 PST

Love Hurts

Sometimes when I'm alone I wonder, "Is there a spell that I am under? Keeping me from seeing the real thing?"Love hurts, but sometimes it's a good hurt, and it feels like I'm alive.Love sings, when it...
Posted by ~* Holly *~ on Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:17:00 PST