January 27th, 2010
An online magazine can be called by many names including ezine, e-zine, disk magazine, electronic magazine, cyberzine, hyperzine or an online journal. They are similar to online newspapers but have more of the traditional magazine format and tight control by editors or editorial boards to manage content and uphold their quality standards. Editors or boards review any submissions and make approvals of those accepted for publication online.
Online magazines are produced in digital format and are presented on their own websites. They could also be distributed via e-mail or mailed out in disk form on CD or DVD. These are highly competitive to traditional magazines because they do not have the expensive costs of production on paper and mailing costs. More creative time is devoted to content and layout and production costs are minimal. This may be the cause for some magazines shutting down their print operations today because they cannot remain cost competitive with an online magazine.
This type of publication is ideal for certain industries such as science and research. Current discoveries and research are published quickly and widely distributed over the Internet. Mainstream magazine names are also published online in an effort to remain in business. Going online is a natural progression for print publications if they want to stay in business and be competitive. Design and image manipulation tasks are much faster and easier in digital format than with print production. Making changes even after publication is possible with online electronic magazines.
The benefits of online publishing to the consumer are in the speed and accessibility of receiving these publications. There is no need to go to a store and spend time looking for wanted content. A simple browser search will bring up many suggestions to fit a search for a particular topic in magazines. Delivery is not even necessary for many electronic publications; the audience can simply read it online at that website. If the consumer is paying a fee for a publication it is instantly delivered to their online mailbox.
One drawback to online publishing of magazines may be that persons without computer and Internet access will not be able to review the magazine or receive delivery via email. This can be overcome somewhat by borrowing someone else’s computer or going to a library to read the online magazine.
An online magazine is easily started up by virtually anyone who has a computer and Internet service. A website is helpful but ezines can be sent out by email and be in a short and simple form. Expenses are minimal.
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November 15th, 2008
There are some things that become social icons because they are a part of a social consciousness; becoming so popular that they endure the test of time. Sometime vintage and vintage style tee shirt design reflects this. Take for instance the TV show from decades back, I Love Lucy. This is a show that was extremely popular then and is still very popular; owing to this you may still come across the odd tshirt design that proclaims to love Lucy. Or you may have one that says Beam me up Scotty, There’s no intelligent life down here; a throwback to times when the Star Trek was such a hit TV show.
Sometimes a particular year could be one that is special for nostalgic reasons or because it was a year of some great sporting achievement. And so you have graphic tees highlighting a particular year say 1982 that was special for a particular reason. Vintage style tshirt designs are very popular when you want to declare yourself to be the fan of any particular band or a star from yesteryear. Say for instance a Jimmy Hendrix t shirt design or one with the classic Marilyn Monroe picture would make a really uniquely retro statement. The retro style of tee shirt design can also be created by using old fashioned illustrations, the kind of illustrations that became so popular during the 50s; a very easily recognizable style that was used widely in photographic and other advertisements.
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October 21st, 2008
Many people in western cultures view belly dancing as something sexual. This is generally because of the way that Hollywood and the entertainment industry has portrayed it. Belly dancing is not a sexual or erotic dance at all. It is something far more than that.
The fascinating truth is that no one really knows when belly dancing started. What is known or at least speculated on is that belly dancing was meant to be a ritualistic dance. It is a celebration and worship of a higher power. The traditional belly dancing cultures perform this ritualistic dance at birthdays and weddings or whenever people gather to celebrate something wonderful.
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September 19th, 2008
When one thinks of ‘luxury’, different picture’s come to one’s mind. Some might think of Kings and or Queen’s, other may think of Emperors and Princes, while some might think of Knights and Fairmaidens. What ever come’s to your mind when thinking of luxury, the French and their influence on our economy and our culture is clearly evident. From the beginning of the modern age, the French has been a constant competitor with the English in trade, art, fashion, industry and royalty. What better expresses one’s genuineness and authenticity than an attractive piece of jewelry, to be specific, a luxury watch or timepiece? French made, Cartier luxury watches is the epitome of French royalty and design.
Founded in 1847 by Frenchman Louis-Francois Cartier, Cartier’s grandsons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques helped lead and propel the name Cartier to its current worldwide status. In 1904, due to a Brazilian aviator’s complaint’s pertaining to, at that time, traditional pocket watches, Cartier created the first, flat wrist bezel watch, unique in design, prestigious in quality.
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