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Redondo Beach Waterfront Revitalization

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Hi all,

I was checking out the updated plans for the Redondo Beach Waterfront revitalization project and came across the official website that really gives a fantastic overview of the plan. When you look at the video and renderings, plus listen to the various Redondo Beach residents, business people, and council members, a convincing and exciting picture unfolds before you…

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Take a look at the video and check the website for all the updated information…

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This is going to be a fantastic revitalization of our waterfront.

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This rendering looks from Kincaid’s direction toward where old Tony’s would have been and shows the proposed shops and restaurants along  the old walkway area above the rocks…

Thanks for taking a look,

Mike-Hope

 

Aha – Best Infotainment App!!

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I have been testing this app on my phone and through the new on screen Infotainment app in the new Mazda 6, 2016 Touring Edition. It works great and integrates well with the on board system. I can select my favorite stations from music, talk, news and create a list of favorites to access at anytime. Go to the online page for Aha at Aharadio.com and choose from thousands of internet stations, genres and even talking books!! If you want some cool on board infotainment on you Mazda 6 Infotainment System then you should seriously consider this app. For me this is way better than Pandora as I have such a great selection of radio stations to choose from. What’s also cool about this app is it uses your location to serve up information on what’s around you, like restaurants, parks, hotels and gas stations. Not new but if you don’t have full nav installed this is definitely a plus!!

THIS IS WHAT INFOTAINMENT SHOULD BE

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Thanks for taking a look and check out the Aha app

Mike-Hope

Bugatti Veyron 258 MPH Super Sport

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Just happened to catch this beautiful “one of eight” Bugatti-Veyron, 258 MPH,Super Sport 300, 16.4, 1,200 bhp, 7,993 cc DOHC 64-valve intercooled W-16 engine with four turbochargers!! 7 speed dual clutch to boot!! Sold recently by Sotheby’s for $2,310,000.

If you’d like a test drive let me know!!! 🙂

Thanks for taking a look…

Mike-Hope

 

 

Mike Hope @ Weebly

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Hi all,

I was looking around at good blog site set ups and came across weebly. This is a great alternative to wordpress if you want a lot of features and easy ad ins. I put together a site in around an hour as a test and can easily add content. The great thing is you can get a basic site up for FREE, how good is that. I really like the flow and ease of use and think you should take a look if your considering making your own blog. The site also allows easy upgrade for online store and a host of other options. Of course that’s not to say wordpress isn’t the best!!!

Thanks for checking it out,

Mike Hope 

New Google + Site Mike-Hope Photos

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Hi everyone,

I have just started a new page on Google + where you can post links to your sites, photos, videos and other posts. You can also get a unique URL for Google +, mine is +Mikehopephotos4U/. If you use Google + this is definitely worth checking it out!  Take a look and let me know what you think…

New Google Plus Site

New Google + Site for Mike-Hope

Thanks for taking a look,

Mike Hope

Magicopolis

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When I was walking around Santa Monica yesterday I stumbled upon the old Magicopolis Shop on 4th Street!! Next time I’m going to disappear inside!! Hope you like it!!

The Magic Shop

The Magic Shop by Mike Hope

Thanks for taking a look,

Mike Hope

Rainforest Connection – Phones Turned to Forest Guardians

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Hi all,

I have been checking this out and find it fascinating on how we can use old phones to potentially stop illegal deforestation of the rain forests, in both Africa and South America. This illegal logging speeds the extinction of endangered species and significantly adds to the effects of global climate change!  This ultimately effects every one of us as we share this planet with many other creatures all of which have a right to survive.  Take a moment to check it out and I think you’ll appreciate what these guys are trying to do. They can also use a little help to get this great project well and truly off the ground.  Great work guys and you’ve got my support!!!

Here is a an extract from their site – the project is supported by KICKSTARTER…

See what Neil Young, Environmentalist, Musician, Inventor, has to say...

Watch the Video

Technology to stop illegal logging and poaching on-the-spot. It’s our answer to climate change & mass extinctions.
Rainforest Connection - Kickstarter

Rainforest Connection – Kickstarter

How will it be done…
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Rainforest Connection

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What is Rainforest Connection?

 

Rainforest Connection (RFCx) transforms recycled smartphones into autonomous, solar-powered listening devices that can detect and pinpoint signs of environmental destruction activity—such as chainsaws, gunshots and animal distress calls—at great distance.

Current detection systems rely on satellites which show rainforest destruction days or weeks too late. Our system provides  the world’s first real-time logging/poaching detection system. We can pinpoint deforestation activity the moment it begins, while simultaneously streaming the data openly and immediately to anyone around the world.


Rainforest Connection - Kickstarter

Rainforest Connection – Kickstarter

With the Rainforest Connection mobile app, any interested person from around the world can listen-in on the rainforest anytime, from anywhere…

Taking it one step further: the Rainforest Connection mobile app

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In late 2014,  web & mobile apps will be released to let backers stream the LIVE sounds of the rainforest in Africa and the Amazon. Just click Play above to hear the sounds of the rainforest as captured by the RFCx system in Sumatra.

Rainforest Connection - Press

Rainforest Connection – Press

 

Listen to the cry of the forest!

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Learn more…

 

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I really appreciate you taking a moment look at this as it’s using technology for a great cause! I like it a lot…

Mike-Hope

Century Park Towers in Black & White by Mike-Hope

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Hi all,

Hope you have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!!! 

I just posted this one on 500px and thought you might like to take a look! It is the two towers at Century Park where the Annenberg Space for photography has some great exhibits, currently Country: Portraits of an American Sound. It really is worth a visit and is always free!! Can’t beat that… I took this photo while looking up on a sunny and clear afternoon. Then I used some post black and white filters to give it the dramatic effect.

Towers by Mike-Hope

Towers by Mike-Hope

Thank you again for taking a look!! and Happy 4th!!

Mike-Hope

Hermosa Beach – One Minute on Earth Project – June 21st, 2014

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I took this shot on Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach yesterday as part of the One Minute on Earth photo project with Kujaja.com. Everyone takes a photo at exactly the same time around the world. Then Kujaja will put together a book where all the proceeds go to helping a children’s orphanage in Cape Town South Africa!! I’ll keep you posted on the progress…
Taken at Hermosa Beach Pier Ave. June 21st, 2014

Taken at Hermosa Beach Pier Ave. June 21st, 2014

You can see the actual picture at Kujaja.com
Thank you for taking a look and check out all the One Minute on Earth photos at KuJaJa. I think you’ll like them…
Mike-Hope

Time Moves

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Hi all,

Thought you might like to take a look at this one. I took a shot of an ornamental gift clock / weigh machine in a great curio shop in Lake Arrowhead. Hand held with the Canon EOS-M and a 40mm lens on f/2.8 in low light so I could get a narrow depth of field and natural look. Then I applied some oil paint effects in post to give it the oiled canvas look, adjusting light contrast etc., as I went. Let me know what you think?

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Time Moves by Mike-Hope

 

Thank you for taking a look,

Mike Hope