Author Archives: evaharley

Dance Musings and Necessity

I so often say that “necessity is the mother of invention”…and for me, that’s true.  Many of the things I figure out or create are because I’m frustrated or keep saying “there must be a better way to do this”. … Continue reading

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Moving Objects with Choreo Designer

Moving objects with Choreo Designer – My “ancient Chinese secret”…and… how I moved this bathtub up on stage for this dance! Moving objects with Spot On Choreo Designer is easier than you think and can add significant impact in a … Continue reading

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Thoughts for today…

“When you no longer need approval from others like the air you breathe, the possibilities in life are endless. What an interesting little prison we build from the invisible bricks of other people’s opinions.” ― Jacob Nordby This quote struck a … Continue reading

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Smooth Dancer Tip for Choreography!

Smooth Dancer tip for choreography – using timed animations in the middle of your loose animations! Normally I practice and practice my choreo until I’m ready to play it manually and record (one of my favorite things), BUT today I … Continue reading

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Da da da daaaaa! Here I come to save the daaay!

Well, not really – but I’m back!  I really did need that respite during June – and it’s amazing fun to dance with other choreographers!  Don’t get me wrong, I love choreographing for myself – but there’s something special about … Continue reading

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I will never be that good…

I will never be that good….words I hear too often, and sometimes even think to myself as I watch other dances or amazing pictures on Facebook. As I come off my 1 month (almost complete) break from dance, it gave … Continue reading

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Morning Miracle – Chapter 2

Morning Miracle, Chapter 2 Comments, highlights, & quotes from the book They say the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, expecting a different result. I love having an insane imagination and dreams, but doing … Continue reading

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Finding the Right Tool for the Job – Let’s Play with Audacity

Would you use a hammer to tighten a leaking pipe?  No… it’s all about using the right tool for the job.  The hard part is – there are so many tools out there!  When it comes to music, you have … Continue reading

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New Dance Workshop Opportunity!

New Dance Workshop Opportunity! “The Secret Scrolls of Great Choreography” Tools are only part of the educational journey in Second Life Dance performance.  It is the choreography that truly brings the art and emotion to dance.  Klark Harvy, a very … Continue reading

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Random Places to Visit

Willy Wonka: A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men. Have not been, vouch for none, a list when exploring strikes my fancy… The Tower – MadPea http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/MadPea/224/30/2472 Chess Wonderland http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Egypt/41/18/23 Art Box http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Missing%20Beckett/16/224/43 Light Thoughts … Continue reading

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