New website at alanamitchelson.com !
Inked History of Now is soon to be moving. I am very excited to announce that in a few months’ time, all content from this blog will be transferred across to my new website which I am currently in the process of
New website at alanamitchelson.com !
Inked History of Now is soon to be moving. I am very excited to announce that in a few months’ time, all content from this blog will be transferred across to my new website which I am currently in the process of
A numbing absence
Photo fragments of memories flicker through my mind. In no particular order, they flash not only a series of images and colours, but feelings, sounds and scents. The rosy blush of his cheeks, the well-meaning look in his eyes, the
A numbing absence
Photo fragments of memories flicker through my mind. In no particular order, they flash not only a series of images and colours, but feelings, sounds and scents. The rosy blush of his cheeks, the well-meaning look in his eyes, the
Journalists require the ability to protect sources without fearing a jail term
Protecting confidential sources has been coined ‘the golden rule’ of journalism (Ingham 2008, p. 4), so why in the year 2013 does the legal system often abandon some of the best journalists this country has to offer? This essay will
Journalists require the ability to protect sources without fearing a jail term
Protecting confidential sources has been coined ‘the golden rule’ of journalism (Ingham 2008, p. 4), so why in the year 2013 does the legal system often abandon some of the best journalists this country has to offer? This essay will
Interview with For Our Hero’s Jay Taplin
For fans of Fall Out Boy and All Time Low, don’t underestimate the power of Melbourne pop-punk rockers For Our Hero whose debut album reached as high as No. 2 on the iTunes rock charts. Having supported the likes of
Interview with For Our Hero’s Jay Taplin
For fans of Fall Out Boy and All Time Low, don’t underestimate the power of Melbourne pop-punk rockers For Our Hero whose debut album reached as high as No. 2 on the iTunes rock charts. Having supported the likes of
Familiarity
It’s funny how quickly the unfamiliar becomes familiar; how quickly someone can become familiar. Somewhere deep down you willingly acknowledge you don’t really know them at all, yet the comforting nature of that familiarity associated to the individual outweighs all
Familiarity
It’s funny how quickly the unfamiliar becomes familiar; how quickly someone can become familiar. Somewhere deep down you willingly acknowledge you don’t really know them at all, yet the comforting nature of that familiarity associated to the individual outweighs all
Can everyone be a journalist nowadays?
The creation of the internet instigated a rapidly changing media landscape whereby news is now able to be disseminated at a much faster rate and attain a far broader audience reach than ever before. Journalism, like any other social discourse,
Can everyone be a journalist nowadays?
The creation of the internet instigated a rapidly changing media landscape whereby news is now able to be disseminated at a much faster rate and attain a far broader audience reach than ever before. Journalism, like any other social discourse,
Music
Music means everything to me. There have been times where music has enabled life to flow back into my very pores at moments when I almost have myself believing I will never feel anything more than numb. Music is an
Music
Music means everything to me. There have been times where music has enabled life to flow back into my very pores at moments when I almost have myself believing I will never feel anything more than numb. Music is an
Stonnington FReeZA Push Start Battle of the Bands 2013
The Stonnington heat for this year’s FReeZA Push Start Battle of the Bands is just two months away. It is an opportunity for members of the community to witness a showcase of fresh, local talent among Stonnington’s youth and presents
Stonnington FReeZA Push Start Battle of the Bands 2013
The Stonnington heat for this year’s FReeZA Push Start Battle of the Bands is just two months away. It is an opportunity for members of the community to witness a showcase of fresh, local talent among Stonnington’s youth and presents
The relationship between news and power
Our reliance upon the press for information is phenomenal. While the internet has ignited the potential for a global community to develop, whereby news can be disseminated via a range of alternative media platforms, your average Joe still depends on
The relationship between news and power
Our reliance upon the press for information is phenomenal. While the internet has ignited the potential for a global community to develop, whereby news can be disseminated via a range of alternative media platforms, your average Joe still depends on
Lee “Sonnyboy” Morgan interview
Originally hailing from the Framlingham Aboriginal Reserve near Hopkins River, the buzz of music has ever been a constant in Lee Morgan’s family life – long before it became his profession. Reflecting upon his childhood in small country town Panmure,
Lee “Sonnyboy” Morgan interview
Originally hailing from the Framlingham Aboriginal Reserve near Hopkins River, the buzz of music has ever been a constant in Lee Morgan’s family life – long before it became his profession. Reflecting upon his childhood in small country town Panmure,
Ben Lee returns Down Under to launch new album
Sydney-born esteemed singer/songwriter Ben Lee is returning home in April from his L.A. base to tour down under in celebration of the launch of his new soon-to-be-released album Ayahuasca: Welcome To The Work. He will be performing three shows in homeland
Ben Lee returns Down Under to launch new album
Sydney-born esteemed singer/songwriter Ben Lee is returning home in April from his L.A. base to tour down under in celebration of the launch of his new soon-to-be-released album Ayahuasca: Welcome To The Work. He will be performing three shows in homeland
Regret
It’s naïve to regret. Making mistakes and facing hardship are crucial aspects of life as without struggle we could never grow. Not only do such moments allow you to learn more about yourself, but more importantly they can be very
Regret
It’s naïve to regret. Making mistakes and facing hardship are crucial aspects of life as without struggle we could never grow. Not only do such moments allow you to learn more about yourself, but more importantly they can be very
Goodbyes
I have never really been good at goodbyes. There is always so much more that you would like to say, however, there are no existent words which deem worthy; or perhaps even substantial of uttering. One could be misled into
Goodbyes
I have never really been good at goodbyes. There is always so much more that you would like to say, however, there are no existent words which deem worthy; or perhaps even substantial of uttering. One could be misled into
Exclusive interview with Short Stack’s Bradie Webb
Alana Mitchelson was in touch with Bradie Webb about his music producing aspirations in light of his recently announced new label Bradie Webb Music. Thanks Bradie for giving up your time to chat with me today about your new
Exclusive interview with Short Stack’s Bradie Webb
Alana Mitchelson was in touch with Bradie Webb about his music producing aspirations in light of his recently announced new label Bradie Webb Music. Thanks Bradie for giving up your time to chat with me today about your new
Short Stack’s Bradie Webb announces music producing label
Short Stack ex-drummer Bradie Webb reveals his aspirations within the music producing scene under his new label. Bradie Webb has recently confirmed that he is set to continue a career within the music industry, taking on a more appealing behind-the-scenes
Short Stack’s Bradie Webb announces music producing label
Short Stack ex-drummer Bradie Webb reveals his aspirations within the music producing scene under his new label. Bradie Webb has recently confirmed that he is set to continue a career within the music industry, taking on a more appealing behind-the-scenes
Waiting
Waiting. I can’t stand it. There is nothing worse than a spare moment when that dreaded, deafening silence overwhelms the senses with the sheer absence of sound. An extended, agonising period of time when one is left alone to become
Waiting
Waiting. I can’t stand it. There is nothing worse than a spare moment when that dreaded, deafening silence overwhelms the senses with the sheer absence of sound. An extended, agonising period of time when one is left alone to become
The journalistic relevance of Foucault’s theory
Esteemed social theorist of the 20th century Michel Foucault’s work celebrates the notion that subjects are constituted within a historical framework. In this way, the behaviour of journalists in today’s society and hence, the production of journalism has very much
The journalistic relevance of Foucault’s theory
Esteemed social theorist of the 20th century Michel Foucault’s work celebrates the notion that subjects are constituted within a historical framework. In this way, the behaviour of journalists in today’s society and hence, the production of journalism has very much
Blunderbuss
Jack White proves himself to be far from blunderbuss in his debut solo album released on April 23 this year. In the past he has never been afraid to veer away from the mainstream music trends and he need not be.
Blunderbuss
Jack White proves himself to be far from blunderbuss in his debut solo album released on April 23 this year. In the past he has never been afraid to veer away from the mainstream music trends and he need not be.
The crucial issues surrounding contemporary journalism
The concept of journalism has very much expanded since the arrival of the internet. The term ‘contemporary journalism’ encompasses the combination of the newer online and video media platforms with the more traditional print and radio formats since the creation
The crucial issues surrounding contemporary journalism
The concept of journalism has very much expanded since the arrival of the internet. The term ‘contemporary journalism’ encompasses the combination of the newer online and video media platforms with the more traditional print and radio formats since the creation
Reading preferences
Well, good morning, good afternoon and good evening my fellow bibliophiles! Since I am yet to start blabbing on about what interests me, I thought this would be the opportune moment to gain an insight into what takes your fancy. Please feel
Reading preferences
Well, good morning, good afternoon and good evening my fellow bibliophiles! Since I am yet to start blabbing on about what interests me, I thought this would be the opportune moment to gain an insight into what takes your fancy. Please feel
Reflective Commentary (The Hospital Room)
In my creative response The Hospital Room (A Doctor’s Story) I attempt to adopt the detached narrative style demonstrated by Anton Chekhov throughout his collection of short stories. I draw mostly from the concepts raised in Gooseberries and Man in
Reflective Commentary (The Hospital Room)
In my creative response The Hospital Room (A Doctor’s Story) I attempt to adopt the detached narrative style demonstrated by Anton Chekhov throughout his collection of short stories. I draw mostly from the concepts raised in Gooseberries and Man in
The Hospital Room (A Doctor’s Story)
(Style inspired by Anton Chekhov): The rays of sunlight reflected an incandescent glow off the white pillars of the hospital. The warmth of Moscow’s summer sun beat down upon the windows making the temperature within the Mariinsky Hospital incessantly uncomfortable
The Hospital Room (A Doctor’s Story)
(Style inspired by Anton Chekhov): The rays of sunlight reflected an incandescent glow off the white pillars of the hospital. The warmth of Moscow’s summer sun beat down upon the windows making the temperature within the Mariinsky Hospital incessantly uncomfortable
CHINATOWN (Screenplay and Film Comparative Analysis)
Robert Towne’s script, Chinatown, explores a failing city in turmoil where the malaise of corruption lingers behind every corner. This world of broken dreams and moral ambiguity is mirrored in Roman Polanski’s film of the same name. Within this common
CHINATOWN (Screenplay and Film Comparative Analysis)
Robert Towne’s script, Chinatown, explores a failing city in turmoil where the malaise of corruption lingers behind every corner. This world of broken dreams and moral ambiguity is mirrored in Roman Polanski’s film of the same name. Within this common
“War changes men”
I sit alone in the front room of my house by the window sill. Waiting. Excitement fills my hopeful eyes as I scan the street for the lively boy I have always been proud to call my brother. Ever since
“War changes men”
I sit alone in the front room of my house by the window sill. Waiting. Excitement fills my hopeful eyes as I scan the street for the lively boy I have always been proud to call my brother. Ever since
Life in the trenches
I search frantically through the mud for my rifle which I feel naked without having on hand. It is my one and only lifeline and I feel a wave of relief sweep through me knowing that it is safely within
Life in the trenches
I search frantically through the mud for my rifle which I feel naked without having on hand. It is my one and only lifeline and I feel a wave of relief sweep through me knowing that it is safely within
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