In the market for selling help Nov 21, 2009
Still, Park said, overall the xeriscaping is a little too harsh and monochromatic. "It's what gives xeriscaping a bad rap, because there's nothing inviting about the space," he said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Rare Earths Shortages May Hurt Tech Firms Nov 7, 2009
There is not a speck of green on the site, only the monochromatic monotony of earth and debris. Massive dump trucks rattle around the desolate landscape, looking from a distance like giant bugs. (BusinessWeek)
Throwing Great Halloween Bash for Grownups Oct 25, 2009
For bold and modern decorations (that are also delicious), fill tall glass apothecary jars with monochromatic candy. You can go to your local candy wholesaler and buy white, black and orange Mndy corn, jelly beans, etc. (CBS News)
The Six "Wow" Features of Windows 7 Oct 23, 2009
Rather than cast a monochromatic aura, Windows 7 pulls color from the application (Firefox, for example, burns orange). "The task bar is the face of Windows, but the icons are the stars of the show.". (FastCompany)
Call for Artists : 2009 INTERNATIONAL ONLINE COMPETITION- 4th Edition Oct 22, 2009
com/nanoart) will provide 3 high resolution monochromatic electron scans of nanosculptures created by him. The participating artists will have to alter the provided image(s) in any artistic way to finish the artistic-scientific process and create NanoArt work(s). (AbsoluteArts.com)
S.F. photographer captures light eye can't see Oct 12, 2009
Q: Some of your pictures are almost monochromatic, how much does color matter. A: It matters a great deal. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Fashion & Style Oct 7, 2009
This week's challenge is for the benefit of Macy's monochromatic INC line. Who went home feeling blue. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Light-Wave Communications [Reprint] Oct 7, 2009
This device, which can emit a nearly monochromatic beam of intense visible, or infrared radiation, opened up a region of the electromagnetic spectrum whose frequencies were 10,000 times higher than the highest frequencies then in service for radio communication systems. Since potential informationcarrying capacity increases directly with frequency, communication engineers had expended great ingenuity over many decades developing systems of ever higher frequency. (Scientific American)
Art calendar Oct 5, 2009
"HOT OR NOT: WORK BY TIMOTHY P. OJILE," solo exhibition of vibrant, bright canvases, grey-toned monochromatic paintings, and large-format abstracts, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 17 Pegge Hopper Gallery, Chinatown; information, 524-1160. EXHIBITION OF WOOD-CARVED FLORA, by Yoshihiro Suda, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, and 12-4 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 18, The Contemporary Museum, 2411 Makiki Heights Drive; admission fees apply;... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Future sports broadcasters sign on to be schooled here as young as 10 Oct 3, 2009
I m getting 14-year-olds with green screens in their basements, says Young, referring to the monochromatic backdrops TV studios use for projecting images like weather maps. Kids like John Fulton may be precociously fluent in sports talk - The stuff that comes out of his mouth makes us look at each other and say, He s 10. (Boston Globe)
Artist Kim Beck is featured at Julio Fine Arts Gallery Sep 30, 2009
The monochromatic color scheme of these works appropriately communicates the realistic sadness that is associated with the sale of a home due to foreclosure. Each image, adapted from real-estate agent photographs, is devoid of residents, emphasizing the forced vacancy of these homes and the lack of funding our economy has become accustomed to. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
How to get a custom look for less Sep 19, 2009
Interior designer Sharon Fannin, owner of Fannin Interiors in Phoenix, used a monochromatic color palette and a mirrored wall to create a glamorous but understated room that could be achieved on nearly any budget. Even a simple detail like a skirted bedside table can add an elegant touch to a room, she said. (AZCentral -- Home)
Little Burlap Guys Sep 11, 2009
Perhaps the most disappointing thing about 9, given the originality of its rusted-out, monochromatic visual world, is how utterly unoriginal the action sequences seem. When it comes to escaping danger, these cunningly crafted doll-'bots might as well be miniature Steven Seagals. (Slate)
Space-age style Sep 6, 2009
Sculpted, monochromatic outfits of black, gray and copper provide the night-sky backdrop to flashes of neon that are the equivalent of shooting stars. There were even a few Stormtrooper helmets on the runways for fall collections. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Formal black Sep 1, 2009
But a monochromatic look is subtly stylish. "Starburst" sheath knit dress, $132 at Banana Republic, Wear-and-Tear gray suede necklace, $48, and oversize crystal necklace, $68, both at Urban Outfitters, and Enigma heels, $68 at Divaz Boutique. (AZCentral -- Style)
Nearing peach perfect Aug 19, 2009
The world became pretty monochromatic in terms of looking at just red fruit. Q. Do farmers ever retire. (Boston Globe)
'Mad Men' latest show to influence fashion Aug 14, 2009
It happened with "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire," which featured host Regis Philbin sporting a monochromatic shirt-and-tie look. Later, he launched a line of shirts and ties in the Regis by Van Heusen collection. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Changing faces Aug 11, 2009
Apple dropped the multi-colored logo in 1998 for a monochromatic version, produced in every color imaginable, until transitioning it to today's popular shade of chrome. By Blake Ellis and Josh Glasser, contributors. (CNN -- Money)
Fashion Rules Aren't Foolproof Aug 6, 2009
NEW YORK, August 5, 2009. Marie Claire Senior Editor Shows How a Fashion "Do" Becomes a "Don't". (CBS News -- Early Show)
"Pretty Woman"-Like Thigh-High Boots "In" Jul 29, 2009
But, this season is all about sex appeal -- the best way to stay sophisticated is to keep the look monochromatic. Do not wear hot pink boots with your little black dress. (CBS News -- Early Show)
The power of no is greater than yes: Preity Zinta Jul 24, 2009
Its my turn NOW. Clad in a monochromatic ensemble, the lady flashes her famous dimpled smile, Hello. Preity, she says. (India Times)
Jaipur: The right mix of rest & recreation Jul 23, 2009
Indeed as the smooth, uniform four-lane highway cut through the monochromatic environs, these bright colours were a sight for sore eyes. As we entered Jaipur I felt as I do each time I come to the Pink City: as if I am part of a procession headed towards a grand palace. (India Times)
Bowie's son releases space oddity 'Moon' Jul 22, 2009
Jones' debut feature "Moon" is a thoughtful, stylish sci-fi thriller set in the near future amid the monochromatic wastelands of Earth's closest satellite. It is a contemplative character-driven piece of filmmaking that is particularly smart and accomplished because Jones has managed to create the film's universe with next to no money. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Cinema File: 'Moon' a giant leap for sci-fi production Jul 16, 2009
And then there's "Moon." Written and directed by Duncan Jones (son of David Bowie, appropriately enough) and tailored specifically for lead performer Sam Rockwell ("Choke," "Confessions of a Dangerous Mind"), the film was intended as a return to 1970s style sci-fi, drawing upon "Silent Running" and the original "Alien." In simple terms, it's not the kind of mega-budget action movie that seems to define the genre these days, but rather a stark and monochromatic vision of the not-too-distant... (Athens Banner-Herald)
COMMENT: Universal Understanding Jul 10, 2009
First, the best universities in Europe and the US continue to have programmes in the core areas of the humanities and social sciences: their remit is to train well-rounded undergraduates, not single-minded, monochromatic specialists. This attention to 'universals' distinguishes premier universities like Oxford and Harvard from polytechnics and other institutions offering only professional courses. (India Times, India)
Microsoft Publisher: How to Customize Templates Jun 30, 2009
You can also recolor an image and make it monochromatic. Right-click it, choose Format Picture > Picture tab, select Recolor and then choose a color from the dropdown palette -- the best choice is a color from your color scheme -- click Apply and then click OK twice. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Coco Avant Chanel Jun 25, 2009
The men are baffled by the androgynous simplicity of the clothes she makes for herself but the women are fascinated by her monochromatic outfits, which are so at odds with the ice-cream colours and corseted outlines of the prevailing fashion. Some graceful underplaying helps to bring us back to earth. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Dramatic design turns heads Jun 16, 2009
Here a monochromatic color scheme of gray-on-gray-on-gray soothes the eye and leads to the view outside, beyond the infinity-edge pool, a stretch of colorful desert wildflowers, the green golf fairway to the mountains. There is little to disrupt the view. (AZCentral -- Home)
Snake Galaxy Review May 12, 2009
There have been many Snake clones since the original that graced those old monochromatic Nokia handsets, but none perhaps as stunningly beautiful and playable as on the iPhone. The "Galaxy" part of the title seems like a nod to Super Mario Galaxy, another game which used 3D worlds to put a fresh spin on a familiar face. (IGN Wireless Games)
Logitech G19 Keyboard May 8, 2009
While there are a number of subtle variations and improvements with the G19, the most immediately recognizable element of the new design is its new, higher resolution, full-color LCD. Instead of the limited monochromatic text and graphics capable of being displayed on the G15, the G19 can display images, statistics, and even videos in full, vibrant color. Blending the designs of the G15 V.1 and V.2, the G19's display retains the shape of the G15 V.2 but returns to a tilting hinge similar to the... (IGN PC Games)
Live review: The Drones May 1, 2009
Largely keeping to a monochromatic, metal-grey palette with fancy wall lights and cross-hatched painting styles, youd be forgiven for thinking it a trendy nightclub, were it not for the large stage at the front replete with velvet blue curtains. Even if the indie kids slowly filtering in do take issue with the dcor they're unlikely to complain about the tiered standing area that provides consistently great views throughout the entire lower level. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Sin City Review Apr 16, 2009
Bold contrast, inky black levels and fine shadow details are especially important when you have a monochromatic palette, and these are all beautifully represented on this disc, from the white nothingness of Kevin's glasses to the black leather of Jackie Boy's coat. The 1. (IGN FilmForce)
Acura ZDX has X6 in sights Apr 12, 2009
A black monochromatic centre stack leads to the textured metallic centre console, which complements the black and pearl white leather trim. The thick leather wrapped steering wheel is framed by paddle shifters. (iAfrica.com)
All-New Acura ZDX Debuts at New York International Auto Show Provocative Four-Door Sports Coupe Goes On-Sale This Fall Apr 9, 2009
A black monochromatic center stack leads to the textured metallic center console, which complements the black and pearl white leather trim. The thick leather wrapped steering wheel provides ample grip and is framed by racing-inspired paddle shifters for the ultimate in driver control. (JCN Network, Japan)
Amber Tamblyn's new story arc: A cop in 'The Unusuals' Apr 7, 2009
" In person, Tamblyn, 25, has a direct, quietly sarcastic sensibility. She moved to Manhattan in October, where Unusuals is shot and where her boyfriend, actor David Cross, 45, is based. Now, with her unassuming monochromatic attire and no-nonsense attitude, Tamblyn seems better suited to the East Coast than her native Los Angeles. "I've been wanting to move here for a while," she says as she orders eggs and bacon. Wait, what about reports that she doesn't eat meat? Tamblyn rolls her eyes. "I... (USA Today -- Life)
Zebra Imaging takes holo- graphic technology from maps to models Mar 26, 2009
A single-panel 2-square-foot monochromatic image typically costs $1,500 to $2,000, while color images cost $3,000 to $4,000, he said. The approach is intended to replace conventional model building. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Tee up the romance Mar 26, 2009
The monochromatic color combination gives it a textural and romantic feel. For a punch of color, try the cotton T-shirt with applique flowers in a vivid chartreuse. (AZCentral -- Style)
Window treatments create drama Mar 25, 2009
Simplicity and a neutral, monochromatic palette give this bay window a soft yet dramatic ambience. White sheers cascade from ceiling to floor, forming a delicate, airy frame for the forest view beyond. (AZCentral -- Home)
School designs get national exposure Mar 22, 2009
Unity Elementary, which opened last fall, was designed for imaginative children who are not confined by straight lines and monochromatic colors. It features a variety of shapes, colors, materials and textures. (Sioux City Journal)
No smooth ride on U.S. TV networks' road to diversity Mar 18, 2009
All of which raises some questions about whether television actually made any progress last fall in better reflecting the audience it serves, and whether viewers will see a return to old, monochromatic ways in the coming season. Comedy Central and CNN both said last week that their respective shows were not canceled; they simply were not continuing. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Opinion: Atlanta in middle of surprise awakening Mar 17, 2009
It is a relatively well-known fact that Hawks coach Mike Woodsons offensive sets are about as imaginative as a computer screen saver featuring a couple of monochromatic squares bouncing off the fringes of the monitor. A lesser-known fact about Woodsons offense is that its lack of creativity has had the unforeseen benefit of helping to turn shooting guard Joe Johnson into one of the most cutthroat scorers in the league. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Apps we love Mar 9, 2009
At Kuler's core is an elegant colour-scheme builder that allows you to put up to five colours together based on several models, including complimentary, triad and monochromatic ones, or based on photos you can upload to the service or grab from flickr. This is all well and good if you're a creative type, but for those feeling a bit less imaginative, Kuler has an extra trick up its sleeve: a community of people creating and sharing colour schemes. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Spice Temple Mar 4, 2009
There are monochromatic moments but there is enormous complexity and nuance, too, propelled by the variety of ways the chillies are presented: fresh, dried, pickled, salted, brined and fermented. Jiangxi-style steamed eggplant with three flavours ($18) is a display of pork, coriander and garlic folded in the slippery eggplant for a hint of sweet and sour, while cumin-earthy, northern-style lamb pancakes ($8) are reminiscent of Indian dosai. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Prom dresses vary widely Feb 24, 2009
Karah Koellner, 16, a Lakeside junior, said she noticed florals and animal prints but few monochromatic dresses when she was shopping for her dress. She found hers, a halter style in mauve with a splash of gold, in Atlanta two weeks ago. (The Augusta Chronicle)
London Fashion Week: 2009's best in eco-fashion Feb 24, 2009
Then it was straight to the monochromatic drama of the show (). Noir is the Danish label that knows how to bring sex appeal to in a way Defra never will. (guardian.co.uk)
Obama, Osama and Medvedev Feb 20, 2009
Compared to the real game, the monochromatic Washington rhetoric of "winning Afghanistan for democracy" does not even qualify as a joke. Moscow to the rescue The 1,600-kilometer Karachi-Khyber-Kabul supply line envisioned by the US and NATO is for all practical purposes dead - thanks to the hit-and-run guerrilla tactics of neo-Taliban in the Pakistani tribal areas, and not Osama and his al-Qaeda ghosts. (Asia Times Online)
House puts vistas on display Feb 20, 2009
This is a house where a soothing monochromatic color scheme lets the views be the art. And views abound. (AZCentral -- Home)
'Glamorous' place where stars hang out Feb 20, 2009
The designer kept the room's color palette monochromatic in order to provide a simple backdrop for its occupants' gowns. Although smaller than you would imagine a setting for the stars, its elegance -- even in the beginning stages -- speaks volumes. (CNN -- Showbiz)
The story of their (modest) ambition Feb 18, 2009
It is a one-act, two-man show, performed on a single monochromatic set, about the 30-year relationship between two ordinary men. Brian Hill, left, and Neil Bartram: 'Were homebodies. (Globe and Mail)
In NY, Menswear Captures The Mood Feb 17, 2009
They looked unencumbered, virtually aerodynamic in their monochromatic attire. The colors were drawn from the hues of the city. (Washington Post)
2009 Mazda CX-7 Feb 7, 2009
Fit and finish inside and out is superb, although the basic black interior is a little monochromatic for my taste ... - monochromatic interior. (Autonet)
