The new world of advertising: a discipline in which the professional is ostensibly replaced by the amateur; where the established media buyer is replaced with the consumer; and where provocation, like shock, surprise, and hilarity, are essential ingredients for capturing the attention of consumers…

Ronaldinho was born into a family of football addicts, living in a wooden house in the heart of a favela. His father, Joao da Silva Moreira who played for an amateur club made ends meet by by working as a car park attendant at Gremio Football Club. His brother Roberto was a great hope for the club but then his career was … (read more)

Hysterical profile of a strange janitor competing in an amateur golf tournament (about which a documentary film is being made)

Adult video maker Plum has a series of hardcore flicks called “First Time Amateurs Live.” Here’s the hook: They’re young women who’ve worked for major Japanese corporations. Women who’ve worked for Nintendo as a secretary (link NSFW), a Capcom PR lady (ditto) and Makuhari Messe receptionist (likewise). Makuhari Messe? That’s where they hold the Tok

Blog focusing on musical theatre related topics. Targeted to musical fans, amateurs, and professionals.

An in depth look at reverse lens macro photography for the amateur photographer.

The man dubbed “the antichrist of Silicon Valley” claims amateurs are damaging the internet’s integrity, yet he has his own blog?? What the….