Kevin McDermott is an accomplished photographer who first came to my attention in 2014 when his book, Virgin Island, with Detroit-based model, Todd Sanfield, was released. McDermott is getting attention again for a new book that is available for pre-order called High Line Nudes.
The forthcoming book juxtaposes the male form against impressive and iconic New York City architecture and is now available for pre-order from the publisher, Ten Avenues Press.
Yesterday was the Boston Red Sox home opener so this seems like an appropriate photo for this week’s Temptation Tuesday. Have a good one.
Source NY Daily News Bryan Bautista at Barclays Center
I’ve been watching The Voice this season and have to admit I’ve developed a little bit of a crush on the handsome and charming contestant Bryan Bautista. I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one – just last week guest coach Miley Cyrus was practically gushing when she talked to him. I’ve come to refer to Bryan as my TV crush. Check out his audition and wait til the very end – he is more than just a handsome face – he is a bit of a practical joker and very funny too.
Boston Boys hanging out in Copenhagen
Last month SAS started the first nonstop flights between Boston and Copenhagen making it the first airline to offer such service to Scandinavia. However, starting in May there will be a bit more competition when Norwegian Air Shuttle, a low-cost European airline, starts non-stop service from Boston to both Copenhagen, Denmark and Oslo, Norway.
About Copenhagen: Slightly smaller in population than Boston, Copenhagen is Denmark’s capital and largest city with a metro population of 1.2m Danes. Copenhagen is an incredibly progressive city and if you were to travel there I would suggest you bookmark visitcopenhagen.com/gaycopenhagen.
Copenhagen Pride: Contemplating a visit to the gay-friendly capital of Denmark? Take note that their Pride festivities run from August 16 – 21, and fares are approximately $1,300 for nonstop round trip service. For more information about Copenhagen Pride like their Facebook page, here.
For nonstop service between Boston and Copenhagen contact SAS and Norwegian Air Shuttle (nonstop service starts in May 2016).
Stella’s Patio Opening Party starts at 5PM on Thursday, April 14
What to do this week: April 11th – 17th
Boston Gay Men’s Book Club is meeting to discuss TEX by Beau Rice at the Trident Cafe on Monday, April 11 in Boston
Fascination Monday is Boston’s Gear / Kink / Fetish night at Jacques in BayVillage on Monday, April 11 in Boston
Drag Misérables 2 is a Gender-Bending, Sing-A-Long performed by some of Boston’s favorite fringe artists at Club Cafe – the 90-minute show starts at 7:30 and tickets start at $15 for Tuesday and Wednesday, April 12 & 13 in Boston
Wizard of Oz opens Tuesday, April 12 at the Wang and runs through Sunday, April 24 in Boston
November Project: Stair workout at Harvard takes place at the Harvard Stadium from 6:30-7:30 AM every Wednesday in Boston
Boston Spirit LGBT Networking Night includes Gov. Charlie Baker as the keynote at the Marriott Copley on Wednesday, April 13 in Boston
Stump Trivia impress your friends with all the trivia you know from 5PM – 10PM every Wednesday at Cathedral Station in Boston
Stella Patio Opening Party is free, open to the public and starts at 5PM on Stella’s patio in the South End on Thursday, April 14 in Boston
AMP Gallery Opening Party takes place in their new digs at 432 Commercial Street from 6-8PM on Friday, April 15 in Provincetown
Champagne Tasting “Know Your Bubbles” stop by Brix in the South End for a Champagne tasting from 6-8PM on Friday, April 15 in Boston
Boyfriends is a monthly gay party held the third Friday of every month at the Milky Way Lounge in JP takes place this month on Friday, April 15 in Boston
Sports & Fitness Expo is free and open to the public and is a precursor to next week’s Boston Marathon from Friday – Sunday April 15-17 in Boston
Great Provincetown Chocolate Scavenger Hunt runs from 11:30 AM till 5:00 PM, April 16,17 & 18 for details email pete@thepurplefeather.com in Ptown
Dont Ask Dont Tell is a monthly gay party hosted at Great Scott in Allston. This month’s theme is HEDWIG on Saturday, April 16 in Boston
Butterfly Music Transgender Chorus holds their second public performance in Harvard Square at the University Lutheran Church; doors open at 7:15 (tickets required) on Saturday, April 16 in Cambridge
Back2Basics Bearz Tea Dance every third Sunday of the month is the Bearz Tea Dance at Club Cafe starting at 5pm (no cover) Sunday, April 17 in Boston
Meet Ruth Pointer of The Pointer Sisters who will be coming to Club Cafe for a Q&A and to sign her new book at 5PM Sunday, April 17 in Boston
Boston Midnight Marathon Bike Ride actually starts at 7PM on Sunday, April 17 in Boston
Send me information about your upcoming programs and events in my blog’s comment section or message me the details on Facebook.
I rarely write about my work on this blog but recently a friend who happens to be a former manager of mine shared this post on LinkedIn, Don’t Fool Yourself – There Is No Work/Life Balance. The article on LinkedIn clearly resonates with people having been viewed more than 280,000 times.
I think the author is spot on when she writes, “How do you know when your priorities have truly gone awry? I believe it’s when you’ve reached a point where the urgency to react to something is disproportionate to its priority.”
I make a conscious effort not to reply to emails on weeknights or weekends. There are of course exceptions but generally speaking it is a rule that I stick to. I’m curious if you have any hard & fast rules about work to try to help you keep things in perspective? Do you think you have a good work / life balance?
Earlier this month, Attitude Magazine shared the results of a survey they conducted with the LGBT-friendly travel service OutOfOffice.com. The annual survey was completed by more than 900 LGBT travelers.
One of the more interesting survey findings was that 61% of LGBT travelers would not not visit a destination where homosexuality is illegal. I have many friends who have traveled to countries where homosexuality is either illegal or if not technically illegal – still dangerous to visit. To date, Sergio and I have erred on the side of visiting places where we can safely travel but I’m curious what your thoughts are on the matter.
Would you travel to a destination where it is illegal to be gay?
He looks way too awake and pensive for a Sunday morning.
Bellissimo!
This is exactly how I like my Britney Spears
Ballet dancer Gabriele Esposito stunned Italian TV viewers who tuned in to watch the popular talent show Amici di Maria De Filippi last weekend with his racy routine to ‘Get Naked’ by Britney Spears.
Leave it to the Italians to up the sexy quotient to steamy in no time at all. Check out the group dance routine and enjoy this take on Britney.
Underbear is at the Alley Bar from 10PM – 2AM Saturday, April 9th
Head over to Pi Alley in DTX tonight and join DJ Taffy and the usual gang of underwear-clad guys as they welcome April.
About 3 weeks ago I wrote that The Alternative Art Space Gallery would be partnering with Boston Pride to host a special exhibit, Solidarity Through Pride, that will open on Thursday, June 2, 2016.
The exhibit is intended to showcase LGBT artists but if you would like to participate I want to remind you that the deadline for submission is fast approaching. All entries must be submitted by Monday, April 25.
The exhibit will be hosted at the Alternative Art Space Gallery in the South End June 2 – 17, 2016. All 2D media will be considered and there is no entry fee for submissions. For more information go to alternativeartspace.net/call-for-art.
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I force people to have coffee with me, just because I don’t trust that a friendship can be maintained without any other senses besides a computer or cellphone screen. – John Cusack
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ADAM & ANDY is set in the fictional New England town of Woodfield, CT. You can learn more about this strip by visiting, adamandandy.com. To see previous Adam and Andy cartoons link here.
Have a good weekend and thanks for stopping by to check out my blog.
Despite significant progress there has been an ugly backlash directed at the LGBT community over the past year. The #NOH8Worldwid movement returns to W Boston on Saturday, April 23rd from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Based on past experience, plan on arriving early as this shoot always attracts a large crowd.
More Information About The Open Photo Shoot for NOH8 Campaign
PHOTO COST:
Single/Solo Photos: $40 — Couple/Group Photos: $25 per person
TIPS:
Come camera-ready
Wear a white shirt
Have fun
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
E-mail info@noh8campaign.com with your contact information.
Please be sure to indicate you’d like to volunteer for the Boston shoot.
Here are some photos I took when I went to the NOH8 photo shoot in Boston back in the spring of 2011. Despite the long lines, we had a lot of fun.
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