Underwater

Foster City, California
by: Shirsha Basu

The water was kind of dirty, but it was so clear that I had to take a picture. I wanted to do a Halloween post with people's costumes, but it was raining so hard that there were barely any people out.

1 stop decor/design - Target (Art of Interior)

I love anything to do with design. Whether its fabric, interior, furniture, food or graphic design, I love to explore it all. I stopped interior design for a while but I recently picked it up. The feeling is so refreshing when i create these designs/decor. These are some of the arrangements I did and I am hoping to create more. I think I will start a 1 stop series, where I uses decor items from one to place. These items were from target. I loved the wooden roses.

 

-love Kayze 

Edgewater Boulevard

Foster City, California
by: Shirsha Basu

I've always thought bridges were so amusing.. the way they stand in the water and carry thousands of people from one side to another.

Fall a new Hope?

Something about this Fall has brought a new change and vibe in my life. As the colors begin to change and the leaves begin to fall off the trees, I feel lighter, happier and relaxed. For the first time I see that its not the death of the trees that fall brings its a chance to grow even more beautiful and fuller once again after shedding and resting in the winter months.

This fall is amazing as its bringing some new changes in me. But I will just share the interesting things. So I been watching and loving everything from great shows to amazing food to creative makeup but i am especially loving the cozy and comforting vibe around everything. I will share with you what I am enjoying.

1. Food Favorite: I got hooked to mash potatoes and salad with buttermilk ranch.

2. Favorite Book: I am enjoying any manga, comics, easy fast reads. I have not read an actually traditional story in a while now but I am planning to read Cruel Beauty, throne of glass and trial by fire. 

3. Favorite color: I am in love with the fall colors, Burgundy red, caramel brown ... okay all fall colors. In addition I am loving bright Red, Navy, Green and White. Random I know. 

4. Favorite Shows: When I say favorite I mean favorite! I am obsessed with Ghotam, The Flash, Big Bang Theory and Arrow. I think as a Graphic designer I love the poster designs for Ghotam, The Flash and Arrow, the costumes, the art directions. I think everything is brilliant. Ghotam is so interesting. Its about the Ghotam city before there was batman, Cat-women, Poison Ivy, Joker Etc. and how these characters became what they are now. The Flash is about the comic but its the story based on the second Flash, I am not sure if they are going to link the first or other flashes in this show.

5. Favorite Fall things: I love the nature and path of leaves, the cozy and comfort idea, the sunny days, the feeling of letting go of looking bikini fit and just eating anything. I love watching Tutorials, I am loving Dragon City the game and few other games. I am super excited about Halloween Party I will throw. I may do a DIY and share the creative things I do. I loveeee to just sit outside or inside a Starbucks and just draw! 

Anyways this was a random blog but I hope you enjoy it. I hope to blog about interesting ideas and maybe do short films but lets see how things go.

Enjoy the season!

Kayze

Sometimes, I rant.

Treasure Island, San Francisco, California
by: Shirsha Basu

I've posted pictures of Treasure Island before, ones that may seem very similar to this. But each time I go there, it's different. Treasure Island is my favorite place in the world; I've mentioned that quite a few times. It's my special place, my hiding spot, my happy thought, my getaway. Something about it is so refreshing... the cool winds, the crashing waves, the shining skyline across the bay, or the majestic Bridge that stands overlooking the beautiful city.

I went there tonight because I needed space. I don't talk about my family problems often..at least I think I don't. But my family is always in a constant state of fighting. Every day is filled with screaming voices, tears, cutting words, misunderstandings. We blame our background, our culture. We claim we're trying to find a middle ground between our Indian values and an American lifestyle. But I think we use that as an excuse. We've lived here for almost my entire life; shouldn't we have been able to adapt by now?

My sister has always been one to revolt. When we were kids, she would revolt silently, inside of her. As she grew older, it became more apparent.. until, one day, her revolts took over our lives. 

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I love driving. I love driving with the windows down, the roof open, the music loud. I love driving alone, without a purpose..just driving. I could drive for hours..days, if I could. There's no one to answer to, no one to tell you what to do. You could lose yourself, and no one would try to find you. It's just you, yourself, and the road ahead of you. I've always wondered why I like driving so much; is it to escape? To run away from my problems? To find something? Or is it the speed, the wind that blows on your face when you press down on the accelerator? 

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I was always the quiet one, the obedient one. I've worked so hard my entire life to keep my parents happy. I've never demanded independence, or revolted, or raised my voice for anything. I've always been afraid of hurting my parents. I don't want to be like my sister. I don't want to make my mother sit on the floor in the corner of a room and cry for 12 days straight. I don't want my father to lose trust in me, to give up on me, to think of me as a disappointment. But somehow I can never see them happy. I don't think I've seen my family happy in the past 4 years. Do you know how hard it is, to never see your family happy, every day, for four years?

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For some reason, lately I've been cutting myself off from people. I've isolated myself from everyone I know. I don't want to be with friends anymore, I don't want to go out in public. I don't want to brush my hair or be successful in life. I just want to be by myself, without expectations, without broken promises. Without familiar people becoming distant, friends turning into strangers, and having no one to blame but yourself for it.

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I might be complaining too much. There's so many more people in this world that have more problems than I do. There's so many more hardships people face, so many more struggles people live through. But sometimes, I just wish everyone was happy. Sometimes, I want to see my dad laugh like he used to. Sometimes I wish I used my headphones to listen to music, not to drown out screaming voices. Sometimes I want to spend one day without any fighting. Sometimes, I just want to get off the road and finally go home.

Muharram - Happy Islamic New years

Everyone keeps something close to their heart. I keep this. I may not be perfect but this makes me feel human and act human. This is who I am and something that makes sure that I am connected to my God, I am meditating, I am helping people in need, I am appreciating life and counting my blessings, and I am being the best me I can be. This makes me want to get better and be charitable. Every year we begin with grieving the loss of pure souls in the battle of Karbala. Those souls that make me want to walk the right path by doing and spreading good just like them.  Muharram is starting tonight. This is the Islamic new year, thats why I want to start it by remembering and saying things that I hold close to my heart. I don't like to publicize what I will be doing because nothing that precious should be let out.

            I don't expect anyone to understand this part of me but most of my life I get asked why I do what I do? If I know what I am doing could be wrong? Why this over that? (Simple answer to all that is that its all my choice and I respect others choices, so just deal with it :P.. Everyone is born free, I just decided to live freely) Why do I have a religion in the first place? Its so old school... (Well I am sorry but God for me has been there since the beginning of time and will be to the end of times. So nope not old-school and never will be. Its a person's choice to adapt new ways but that doesn't mean old ways die off, sometimes we have to go back to the old ways to make our life easier and peaceful.) Another question: Why am I still a virgin? (most irritating question had to put it in here - lol my life, my choice and I do whatever the f*** I want, but yes this is part of it as well) Someone once told me that when you grow a beautiful flower in your garden, you raise it with love and care. You are gentle with it and invest your time towards it. Once its fully blossoms you want to share its beauty. But when you bring to showoff that beautifully bloomed flower, someone will want to come a break it. That's why the things or the ones you love and are true to your heart should not be advertised. Keep it protected because you never know who envy, jealously or carelessness can rip your beloved flower out of the ground.  Leaving you forever wounded. One of those flowers is virginity because its so pure and beautiful thing to hold. Unfortunately many don't value it until after its gone because of the society we are in but I bet a lot wish they had given it to someone who is worth it and had truly respected them. However Its a personal choice and view, by no means do I expect people to agree with me but this makes me who I am today. This is a heavy topic and I usually avoid it but I think sometimes its better to let out your views a values.

Happy Islamic New Years to all and may we all be blessed and have a successful stress-free year!

My Recent Photography Projects

I am currently working on some photo-shoot. Here are some of the catalog pages that are I have created. I decided to not include the text, as its still in the drafts. Let me know what you think. I will share the whole project once its complete. I had hella fun creating these pages and taking these pictures. I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did.

Page 1 by Kreative Delight
-Kayze Abbas

Page 2 by Kreative Delight
-Kayze Abbas

Page 3 by Kreative Delight
-Kayze Abbas

Page 4 by Kreative Delight
-Kayze Abbas

Page 5 by Kreative Delight
-Kayze Abbas

Page 6 by Kreative Delight
-Kayze Abbas

Page 7 by Kreative Delight
-Kayze Abbas

Pre Halloween Costume and Party

Day and Night Halloween Look- my costume fell a part before I took the picture but I will be recreating it soon!
1. Queen of Hearts 2. My Comic Character (Will be realized soon)
-Kayze Abbas

I love Cooking!

Clouds of Lava

Foster City, California
by: Shirsha Basu

I don't usually do sky pictures, but I looked out the window and it was exceptionally beautiful this morning.

Dreamer's dream

The Longing
-Kayze Abbas (Kreative Delight)

Fell in love with you twice.. 

Gave you the chance twice .. 

Yet I never met your eyes.. 

My Fire I have always been your type.. 

So why do you always put a fight.. 

I stand in the distance wanting you.. Wanting to give you one more chance..

Once again gambling with my soul.. Wondering if our stars will ever cross.. 

Wondering if heavens will bring us close.. 

Funny I know this is a dreamer's dream ..

An infectious dream keeping me asleep.. 

Poisoning my heart slowly and making it weak.. 

Forever shall I live in this pain.. 

Because I am in love with a soul that's so vain.. 

But still wishing everyday that your eyes meets mine before I walk away..

You chose her over me.. 

You will always love her over me.. 

You gave her a chance and then walked away..

 A chance for what I always longed for forever and a day..
That chance would have changed the game.. 

You and I would both have gain.. 

If only your eyes meet mine once upon a time... 

I don't know her so why the repealing? let me explain... 

The insecurity with her are bred by you.. 

The jealously and envy that I now hold nurtured by you.

Why you looking like that? Are you that confused? 

Are you wondering what happened?
Then let me remind you and take you to that day in our past..

You always thought I was old fashioned..

Oh but was I really? You never bothered..

If only you didn't judge the book by its cover..
And read me, we wouldn't have struggled
Still you become my everything.. 

Your smile cut my growing wings..

Stuck forever I could not escape to the skies..

I stayed by your side, thinking this is now the life..

The young love that bound me to you.. 

Young love that was blind and caused so much pain..

Then came a fog cause by my demons.. 

Demons that told me how I may win this game

Delusional as my young self was.. I got fooled..

Than got lost looking for you.. 

And I walked a path that left me forever bruised..

Now that I found you again.. 

Guess what, I am lost in this trance once again .. 

In this dream of forever that lives on pain but never a gain..

I don't know what tomorrow holds for us..
I don't expect much..

But with you I feel alive.. 

And still live in this dreamer's dreams that's promises me an unseen paradise.

  Dreamer's Dream 

-Kayze Abbas

***Note: The Vectors of the Hand and the Man are not drawn by me and are taken from the noted links but the idea is mine. I wanted to show grief and wanting someone. Some times its better to use resources rather than redraw to impose an idea and save time.***

Diwali: The Festival of Lights

Firecrackers!
by: Shirsha Basu

We lit 14 candles
by: Shirsha Basu

The candles :)
by: Shirsha Basu

The Distillery District

I been doing a few Photo-shoots for a friend over the course of last month and I loved this location.

The Distillery District is a historic and art-entertainment "village" in the Middle of Downtown Toronto, Canada. Its so beautiful and peaceful. I loved the little shops, art galleries, the buildings, cafes and this beautiful rustic truck. This location is so versatile you can actually shoot a beautiful film and it will look like you are in old Europe. So if you are ever in the area do check it out. Its beautiful.

The Gates

Stuck in Traffic

San Francisco, California
by: Shirsha Basu

I was stuck in traffic right before the Bay Bridge when I realized I didn't have a blog post for today ... so I took a picture out of my car window.

What Have I been Doing?

Thank god I have Shirsha who has been covering for me for many days now! I been crazy busy with a lot of exciting stuff! But today and the next maybe few post I will share my photography that I been doing for my deal friend. This was taken in the Rehearsal Studios. I love the equipment so I did some micro shoots. Before I took the pictures of the beautiful aspiring singer Kirti Jhoti. I hope you guys enjoy this! I am pre-writing this! as right now either I would be cooking or getting my costume ready for my Halloween party! I will do an DIY Queen of Hearts Outfit idea hopefully soon! I hope I take pictures as I am creating the outfit. Enjoy your weekend!

The Equipment
-Kayze Abbas

Shining 
-Kayze Abbas

Kirti. J. Rehearsing
- Kayze Abbas

Ghost Town

Foster City, California
by: Shirsha Basu

I left for class extra early today. It was strange, almost eerie, to see all the streets so empty.

The City Fog

The City Fog
Toronto, Canada
- Kayze Abbas

Media reacts to the Ebola epidemic

by: André Carrilho (frequent Vanity Fair contributor)

As Huffington Post journalist Emily Thomas points out, "the first Ebola patient to be diagnosed in the U.S. died Wednesday. Three days earlier, government health officials in Sierra Leone reported 121 Ebola deaths in a single day. But Western media made little mention of the latter."
This piece is powerful because it shows how ignorant we are, as a nation. Carrilho states that the purpose of his illustration is to show how the media "seems to treat epidemics differently, depending on where they occur, and to whom." I remember until American doctors were diagnosed with the disease, Ebola was largely faceless. We'd see jokes about Ebola, on social media such as Twitter, or just casually within conversations. The thousands of people in Africa suffering and dying from the disease went largely overlooked, barely noticed. It almost seems as if the disease didn't acquire it's legitimacy until an American suffered from it.

"Balloon Girl"

Balloon Girl
- Banksy

This is one of the many pieces Banksy painted on the West Bank wall, between Palestine and Israel. His images speak so much about the oppression in the area that Palestinians go through... "Balloon Girl" is by far my favorite piece by Banksy.

"Lost"

Lost
- Banksy

I love this piece because it speaks so much about media. The image depicts a girl, lost and alone, in the middle of a destroyed area (probably caused by a natural disaster). Instead of helping the girl, the journalists and cameramen are busy taking pictures of her. In fact, the journalist pushes the Red Cross members back from helping her. This kind of shows how we live in ignorance; we see images of people suffering every day. We might retweet these images, or share the link on Facebook, but do we ever stop to think if people are actually getting help? Even more than that, do we, ourselves, do anything to help those suffering in our world?

Sunday Beachin'

I've been wanting to go to the beach for so long! Glad I finally went
by: Shirsha Basu

The road to the beach
by: Shirsha Basu

Native American art displayed at Half Moon Bay
by: Shirsha Basu

The docks at Half Moon Bay
by: Shirsha Basu

On the way to Half Moon Bay
by: Shirsha Basu

On the way to Half Moon Bay
by: Shirsha Basu

On the way to Half Moon Bay
by: Shirsha Basu

The wall of the cave-ish area on 92 West; I thought the texture looked cool
by: Shirsha Basu

The dog looks really stressed out about the traffic situation
by: Shirsha Basu

Pigeon Point, California
by: Shirsha Basu

Pigeon Point, California
by: Shirsha Basu

Pigeon Point, California
by: Shirsha Basu

Pigeon Point, California
by: Shirsha Basu