Things from the internet

Is it a choice to wear make up? I wear make up most days for work and if I'm doing something nice where I've taken a bit of care with what I'm wearing but I don't feel any differently on the days I don't wear it. Perhaps because I'm a teacher there's a little less pressure to always look perfect as you're likely to end up covered in paint or glue or play dough or snot.
 
Ran Ortner's sea scape pictures are amazing! These photos of his work, Swell 2006 have been circulating around tumblr and pinterest recently but there are lots more on his website and his blog  . I'd love to see these in a gallery

How about rapper's lifestyles and self image as a source of creative inspiration? Some fairly sound advice but plenty of swearing too

 

I used to live in Rome so this new discovery of  a huge auditorium underneath one of the busiest areas of the city fascinated me, it looks unlikely that Rome's metro system will benefit though!

This dress from People Tree is called Helen and it is calling to me. It has the same name as me, long sleeves, a nice collar, fair trade credentials, a sensible length and pockets, I think I must make it mine.