So... I'm not going to lie, I am a bit of an Ebay addict... all thanks to the beautiful but ever so influential Erin Murphy...

But my favourite little website at the moment, that I actually can't get enough of... if Etsy

It is similar to Ebay yes, however the entire site is based around handmade cute little goodies, from jewelry to furniture, which are not doing wonders for the bank account

My newbie of...well...this week so far ;) is this vintage scrabble tile pendant, and someone special will be getting a similar one but they can find out when it arrives!

mmm yes... in love ♥


















so... ENTER WITH CAUTION: http://www.etsy.com/

- Cowgirl in the Sand

Julian Smith

So... as some of you know I am down for a good laugh... and Julian Smith has been the one satisfying my childish sense of humour this last month...

This one is my favourite ;)



Found this funny?
Visit http://www.juliansmith.tv/

- Cowgirl in the Sand

Spring.

New life, new love, Melbourne Zoo's lucky little charm...

must be big now, these photos are from last year.
Just wanted to draw attention to the fact that spring is on the horizon.



I have a confession for you, I have an obsession with elephants... and my memory is as good as one.










...Too Much...?








Spring; happiness,

-Cowgirl in the Sand

Success

Success can be measured in many different ways

It is a common misconception that success is the product of money and power

However...

What is a life without people to trust? Accomplishments of the heart that do not equate to monetary values? Freedom of will and beauty of ones soul?

Musicians do not choose to be musicians for the money, they do it because it is where they feel safest and it is what connects them more strongly to their universe.

...and this, I believe, brings us a greater success.










... in saying that however I would feel pretty accomplished with one of these hanging around my neck...


















come on a girl can dream about Tiffany can't she?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?
...but really...if you haven't yet checked out their new statement range...where have you been?
http://au.tiffany.com/?omcid=AG6954&iq_id=13366226&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=01%2BBranded%2BNew%2B-%2BExact&utm_term=13366226-Tiffany%2B&%2BCo

- Cowgirl in the Sand

Muse

They have been educating and re-educating me for years, but it was at Big Day Out 2010 where my respect for Muse really skyrocketed. There are so many layers to this UK band, from their incredible songwriting abilities to their pristine stage performance... this band has it all









So.....as it seems that they will be touring Australia again...I COULD essentially see them in Brisbane, but what would be the point in that when this is a reason and a half to take a trip to melbourne to visit the family??


















- Cowgirl In The Sand

Oceanics Update...

If you are looking to buy tickets to the Caloundra Music Festival to help support this well rounded band, visit:
http://www.caloundramusicfestival.com/pages/?PageID=31


Also, If you missed them playing at the Titans match, then you can watch it here:
http://www.titans.com.au/default.aspx?s=apg-power-stage


-Cowgirl in the Sand

Oceanics

The hot new craze on the block that everyone is talking about is definitely the band Oceanics.

Like The Kooks? Or other bands that sit within the Rock/Indie/Groove Genre? then you will LOVE Oceanics!

This inspiring group of local Gold Coast talent has been playing together since highschool and have developed a brilliant, unique sound.
Each member brings their own flavour to this well-crafted band:

Elliot Weston - guitar/vox













Jackson Haswell - lead guitar/vox













Andrew Geisel - drums













Zach Hylton - bass/vox




From knowing Elliot and Zach personally through studying at The Con, I would never guess that they had played at the latest Titans match at Skilled Park on 31st May in front of 30,000 people, as they are so down to earth, and this is reminiscent of the attitude of the entire band.

They also recently were voted by supporters and fans to play at Caloundra Music Festival (8-10th October 2010), alongside such acts as Powderfinger, Jet and many other famous artists...so for these boys to still have a level head space is such a blessing and I feel that they therefore connect better to audiences as their music is easier accepted to the public due to their nonchalant charisma.






Oceanics are on the uprising, so don't miss out on seeing them at one of their many Gold Coast/ Brisbane gigs before they skyrocket.
Their next gig is on the 11th of June at Miami Shark Bar starting roughly around 10pm.
So come along and support some local talent and they will swing a free demo CD your way!!

Can't make that one? No need to fret...
16 Jun 2010 8PM Kings Beach Tavern, Sunshine Coast, QLD
17 Jun 2010 8PM X & Y Bar, Brisbane QLD
5 Aug 2010 8PM The Basement, Gold Coast, QLD

You can keep updated on when there is an Oceanics gig near you by visiting their or Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Oceanics/194262780775?ref=ts
Not convinced? Well, I find that hard to believe, but if you need a further push in the right direction then their demo tracks are now available to listen to, plus a couple of live videos, on their Myspace Page:
http://www.myspace.com/oceanics_band


All music has been Produced and Engineered by Zach himself, with Elliot co-producing and co-engineering and the sound that has been produced by these two, who are only in their second year of learning about the process, is actually amazing.
All of this beautiful photography was brought to you by Victoria Lea Photography, like what you see? Check out some more of her wonderful artwork at: http://www.facebook.com/victorialeaphotography

-Cowgirl in the Sand