Van Dyck, grandma’s scar

Lehan Edirisinghe

Watched a National Gallery video, then reflected on a prized oil portrait of grandma with hidden details, especially her forehead scar

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Claiming Popularity in Korea and Admiring Julie Chung

5:00 p.m.

(e)

I am big in Korea too!

But my heart is only for Julie Chung.

Who Antony Blinken has sent for me.

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Imagining Encanto’s Cast Declaring Their Love for Lehan

5:00 p.m.

(f)

Lehan's big in Indonesia!

Jeez, the way this is going, when I watch Encanto, the cast will make a surprise entrance out of the cinema exits, and then, they will say,

"We're from Colombia -- and we love your Mistah Lehan! We love you!"

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Remembering Watching Hannah Montana With Udesh

5:15 p.m.

(c)

This is pretty cool! I loved Hannah Montana on Disney. I used to watch with Udesh in Upali's room.

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Coffee, Scriptwriting and Shavendra Silva’s Gifts

6:00 p.m.

I made coffee. I'm writing my script. I found many gifts that Army Commander Shavendra Silva has given us. My mum has given me the medical herb toothpaste. I stole a bamboo salt for mouth wash. Very cool.

The image is a still frame from a YouTube video titled "Van Dyck's 'Charles I' in 10 minutes | Art history | National Gallery," found on The National Gallery channel. It captures an indoor setting within an art gallery, where a large painting of "Van Dyck's 'Charles I'" is prominently displayed on a wall. The painting depicts Charles I on horseback with a background of a lush landscape under a blue sky. The artwork is framed in an ornate gold frame, and its size dominates the gallery wall.
In front of the painting, a person stands, engaging with the audience, possibly explaining the historical context or artistic techniques related to the painting. The individual is dressed in a bright blue top and black pants, adding a pop of color against the neutral tones of the gallery. The gallery is softly lit, with the painting illuminated to highlight its details.
Subtitles at the bottom of the frame mention the admiration for the Venetian painter Titian, indicating a discussion on artistic influences. The overall atmosphere is educational, with the focus on exploring art history and the significance of the painting.

Art, Grandma’s Portrait and Van Dyck’s Charles I

6:45 p.m.

This is a beautiful painting. I like art. I adore my prized oil painting of my grandma. It's a special painting for me. It's got sentimental value.

I think, I can't watch this video ---> Van Dyck's 'Charles I' in 10 minutes | Art history | National Gallery:

https://youtu.be/KR-JC1cLSKw

The screenshot captures a YouTube video titled "Crème de tomates a creamy tomato soup with real garden fresh flavors (chef recipe)" from the "FrenchCookingAcademy" channel. The scene is set in a kitchen, where a cooking process is underway. In the foreground, a metal pot sits on a stovetop, with visible slices of onion and a pat of butter being sautéed inside. The heat from the stove creates a subtle steam, indicating the cooking activity. The pot's copper surface reflects the ambient light, adding a warm glow to the scene.
In the background, there are blurred kitchen elements, including a wooden cutting board and a white jar, reinforcing the culinary environment. The video is paused at 2:46 of its total 10:08 duration. The interface of YouTube is visible, with options to like, dislike, share, and save the video, as well as a subscribe button for the channel. The lighting in the scene is bright and clear, typical of a well-lit kitchen setting, enhancing the vibrant and inviting atmosphere of the cooking process. The video appears to focus on demonstrating a recipe for a creamy tomato soup, emphasizing fresh ingredients and culinary techniques.

Upali Uncle Cooking Onion Rings for Me

7:00 p.m.

Upali uncle loves to cook onion rings for me

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Preferring a Tesla to an Aston Martin or Mercedes

7:15 p.m.

(b)

I want to buy a Tesla too. I don't know. It's a beautiful car, I like it a lot. I prefer it to an Aston Martin. I don't see any competitors in my mind.

I think a S Class, maybe, but for me, I'd go for a Tesla. I don't really want a Mercedes.

The video frame is from YouTube, taken from a video titled "Van Dyck's 'Charles I' in 10 minutes | Art history | National Gallery" by The National Gallery. It shows a comparison between two paintings attributed to the renowned artist Van Dyck, illustrating his depiction of Charles I. On the left, one painting captures a regal figure on horseback, dressed in a richly detailed yellow outfit and a wide-brimmed hat, set against a dark, moody background. The right painting also features a mounted Charles I, with a more dynamic posture, against a brighter, more natural backdrop with blue skies and trees. This juxtaposition highlights different stylistic approaches and lighting techniques used by Van Dyck. The video is part of an art history discussion, as suggested by the caption: "Now this is a face-off, if you like, between the two leading schools of painting," indicating an analysis of artistic schools or styles.
- Title: "Van Dyck's 'Charles I' in 10 minutes | Art history | National Gallery"
- Channel / profile: "The National Gallery"
- Site / app: "YouTube"
- Captions / subtitles: "Now this is a face-off, if you like, between the two leading schools of painting"

Rembrandt, Van Dyck and the Mixed Style of Grandma’s Portrait

7:45 p.m.

(b)

The one on the left is a Rembrandt, one of my favorite Dutch painters, along with Johannes Vermeer, who were masters at painting light from flames or sun. I learn, Van Dyck's something else. Flemish or something, I don't really know. He's on the right.

I learn the royal nobility, love thewhereas the mercantile, rich people prefer Rembrandt.

I am divided internally, I see myself as both. But I think, I'd mix it up.

I like my grandma painting, the face is seen as someone realist, if I use that word right, the arms inspired by Vincent Van Gogh, a bit of abstract impressionism, wavy colors, I like to mix it up.

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A Poolside Entertainment-Industry Conference Joke

8:00 p.m.

Should we be shaking hands at the pool?

Sorry it's all these conferences -- I just can't appear to shake it!

Hear that baby, we got one of the 30 under 30!?

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Eric Clapton - Wonderful Tonight:

https://youtu.be/UprwkbzUX6g

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Walid Talhouk, Lebanon and an Online Reference

8:15 p.m.

(d)

Walid Talhouk

Lebanon is okay!

Audrey !

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A Burgundy Uniform and “Lady in Red”

9:30 p.m.

I like It's one of my favs, I generally don't like this site as it's boring, and I feel it's too girly, it's made for a girl audience.

I like the ending, it's really hot!

I painted this in red burgundy like the SIA boss uniform, which they probably copied Star Trek.

Chris DeBurgh - Lady In Red:

https://youtu.be/Vt2YIpZWBqA

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Buddha Earrings and a Disliked Video

9:45 p.m.

(c)

Chloe got the Buddha earrings! I don't like this video. It's not hot.

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Researching Sri Lankan History With the Powerpuff Girls Theme

10:00 p.m.

I'm researching SL's history!


The Powerpuff Girls | Theme Song | Cartoon Network

https://youtu.be/f7MiaSr-0ug?t=24

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A Narrow Escape

10:00 p.m.

(d)

Omg close call!

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Sri Lankan Muslim Views on Israel and Protecting Jonathan

10:30 p.m.

Generally Muslims in Sri Lanka h-te Israel because they are Wahhabi, an extremist form of Sunni Islam, and then, they side with Palestine.

Sri Lanka's Muslims are largely Wahhabi.

But the people of Lebanon are pretty cool!

I think we will have to invest heavily to protect Jonathan ███████ and give him diplomatic powers as well from our SL side.

He's going to naturally like me be a very high serious target for Hamas and other terrorist organizations.

He sadly has 0 security.

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Singapore Airlines Uniform Ranks and Childhood Model Planes

10:45 p.m.

Red is boss in SIA, burgundy is big boss.

I fly business class, even if i'm first class, to save $.

I have a toy set of Singapore Airlines model planes which i got when i was only little....

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Star Trek Uniforms and a Wordplay Joke

10:45 p.m.

(b)

This is the newer Star Trek Enterprise and USS Discovery Yellow and Red Uniforms.

This is the only I need in my life!

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A Video Essay on Disney’s Star Wars Sequels

11:30 p.m.

(c)

This is a good analysis.

The Star Wars Sequels: Disney's Anti-Trilogy:

https://youtu.be/XtArKawnWNI

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Dental Worries, Bourdain in Russia and Finishing the Script

1:00 a.m.

 Anthony.Bourdain.No.Reservations.S03E05.Russia.avi:

 This is like Boba Fett's cane!

 I will visit the dentist soon as I can. I hope my teeth are okay. G-d is fair to punish me for my poor care. But even so, I hope i am forgiven as I brushed once a day at the least, except yesterday.

 My mouth feelings slightly funny. I'll show my mum tomorrow, and i'll visit dentist. i am excited to finish up my script, move forward.

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Watching A Few Good Men With a Tooth Concern

1:45 a.m.

I'm watching this A Few Good Men

My tooth and mouth feels funny, if it's a gum cavity, i must show dentist asap

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Planning an Armoured Motorcade With Two Humvees

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Inside Secrets of the US President's Motorcade

https://youtu.be/KbewcH8gb58?t=105

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A Nod to The Shining

3:00 a.m.

A throwback / nod to The Shining!

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Saying “Zippity Doo Dah”

3:00 a.m.

(b)

Zippity doo dah!

Hehhe

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