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Although I'm up for a variety of projects,
community based and participation driven projects really get me motivated. I want to enhance the music, art and culture in my community and nation-wide. I believe my projects reflect these objectives.

Garden!

CURRENT PROJECTS


London Women's Artist Collective
Founded in Spring of 2006 by a group of local women, LWAC has evolved into a collective of over 70 members.  We have workshops, events, showcases and a lot of fun! 
I have created a web site and business card for LWAC, as well as taken on an key role in keeping the collective alive (administrative/organizational).   Joining the collective is a free way to learn new skills and enhance the community while meeting new people with similar interests.
E-mail: lwac2006@yahoo.ca if you want more information.


City Farming Project
Local sustainable agricultural project, growing vegetables and herbs in London, Ontario. Along with being a member of this project I produced a documentary on the importance of buying local food.Production of the documentary Cultivating Change began in the Spring of 2006.  I was the camera woman, editor and animator for the film. The premiere was held at the London Central Library on March 11th 2007.


London Indie . com

Great free resource for bands and musicians to add their own profile and show dates. Events can be added by anyone to keep our city informed of all the music culture happenings. User forum, reviews, promotions and so much more. Always something new to hear about! We are looking for writers too!


Calendars
I have created beautiful accurate 13 month calendars for the years 2006 - 2008, featuring my photography of picturesque Ontario. Calendars include moon phases, birthstone and flower info, holidays and image description. To pre-order a 2010 version of this calendar click the title above.

calendar


Global Survival
I've teamed up with Toronto activist Chai Kavelar to redesign the existing Global Survival site of his. With a little design, new graphics, more of Chai's poems and some additional articles and links, http://www.globalsurvival.ca has become an excellent alternative media source.


TREA
Thames Regional Ecological Association
Creation of a 20 minute DVD promotional video, encouraging community participation in the Commuter Challege and other alternative transportation practices. I have also worked on the poster/flyer and t-shirts for the annual event for the past 3 years. The event takes place during the first week on June, with events happening across the country.

Get active and leave your car at home.
Contact TREA for more info on the
London Bicycle Festival & Commuter Challenge
www.trea.ca


green~space
I've been inspired to create a source for information for sustainable living practices. The site is in it's infancy, so there is not much content yet, I've just done the design. Soon it will have information on housing, food, energy and transportation - and how we can make simple lifestyle changes to live with the earth instead of against it.
Please let me know if you like the design and what you think should be included on the site. I could use some writers. Contact me if interested in participating.


The Variables
The variables are a group of media specialists who have joined forces to expose their talents.


Alternative University Listserve
A year or two ago I found myself involved in an e-mail group created to facilitate the creation of a university focused on social justice and environmental awareness in Canada.
I've designed a few pages to outline our mission.
Definitely check it out if you're interested in affordable and valuable education.


http://london.activist.ca
Another past project was to design a new web site for London Activist Network. LAN brings together concerned Londoners to organize events and spread the word about important issues. Membership is free and the knowledge gained is priceless.
Let me know what you think of the new design.


http://www.paradisecontracting.com
New site design and photography for SouthCentral Ontario Contracting Company,
"Building for a Sustainable Future"
Interested in how to make your home energy efficient? Thinking of building a home with low energy costs and renewable alternatives?
Find out more info on the site.



..::Spectacular Sunbeams::..

This photo was taken New Year's Day in my parent's woods with the sun streaming through the branches 


..::Mysterious Woods::..

This picture is creepy and beautiful at the same time.


..::Blades of Ice::..

After the icy storm in January every blade of grass was coated in a icy shield.  The grass snapped in half beneath your feet.


..::Chilly Coating::..

Everything had that icy coat. 
These seeds hanging from a tree were no exception. 

Any questions or comments about my photography?
I do live concert photography, weddings and
photo restoration as well.
Great Rates, Professional Service!
Contact Me: melissa@londonindie.com

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Grass Roots
There's amazing things happening in Old East. The most exciting for me is the East Village Artist Co-op, a collective of emerging artists, musicians and activists working together to create change. Photography, music, silk-screening, painting, recording and community, yay!

Join us for the opening event: Grass Roots, on Friday, December 5th, 6-10pm at 757 Dundas Street East.

The East Village Arts Workers Co-op (EVAC) is a cooperatively and democractically run space that will reflect the individual and collective needs of the immediate community, making a sustainable long term project which will be accessilbe to anyone without prejiduce. For more information or to become a member, please contact: eastvillagearts@hotmail.com.

City Farming Project - An urban agricultural project ecourages gardening within city limits and produces local organic heritage vegetables.  For more info or to get involved e-mail cityfarmingproject@gmail.com

We've also branched out, into small plots in neighbourhood backyards. The backyard farmers meet once a week and help with garden maintenance, building beds, watering and planting on a rotation of locations. Consider this idea with friends and neighbours in your area. It's fun and rewarding to grow your own food and support each other in the process.

 

 

©2007 Melissa Parrott