Arts

Animators are strange creatures.

I know this because I used to be one. Back in Grade 12, I devoted eight months of my life to drawing, shooting and editing the story of a psychedelic nun in New York City. By the end of it I had 30 seconds of jumpy, clumsy footage, mild carpal tunnel, and the knowledge that animation is a career for crazy people.

Author, farmer and Carleton grad Thomas Pawlick launched his latest book at the Main Farmers’ Market on Oct. 17 (Photo: Marie-Danielle Smith)

Silversun Pickups
Ottawa Civic Centre
October 14, 2009
4/5 Stars

If one were to have bought a ticket to the Oct. 14 concert at the Ottawa Civic Centre it would have stated you were seeing the Silversun Pickups.

Little did the casual fan know, however, that they were in for a treat.

An Horse as well as Cage The Elephant delivered stellar sets more commonly associated with a headlining act, and not the opener.

The Slideluck Potshow allows photographers and foodies to show off their talents all in one night (Photo: Adam Dietrich)

Jean-Paul de Roover is a solo artist, but you wouldn't know it if you heard his music.

The Thunder Bay-born musician armed with an acoustic guitar, a drum machine and an arsenal of effect pedals started the night of live music at Avant-Garde Bar. Supporting the release of his ambitious CD/DVD Windows and Doors with a three-month tour, he will be showcasing his four-part harmonies from Halifax to Vancouver Island.