Tag: Matthew Ryan Smith

  • What Is The Mystery Phenomenon Of Shoe Tossing?

    What Is The Mystery Phenomenon Of Shoe Tossing?

    Shoe tossing and shoe posting are seen in most Canadian cities and rural motorways. Its history and its symbolism are remarkably complex. Shoe tossing is when shoelaces are tied and tossed over telephone or power lines so that the shoes hang loosely above the ground. Yet shoe tossing does not accurately describe shoes that are…

  • Award Winning Doc The Devil And Daniel Johnston

    Award Winning Doc The Devil And Daniel Johnston

    Daniel Johnston is not a secret anymore. Thirteen years ago, in 2005, director Jeff Feuerzeig released the Sundance award-winning documentary on Johnston’s life “The Devil and Daniel Johnston,” his songs have been covered by renowned artists like Beck, Tom Waits and The Flaming Lips and he has also been featured in the 2006 Whitney Biennial…

  • Roadside Memorials Of Loss Are On The Rise

    Roadside Memorials Of Loss Are On The Rise

    Indeed, the prevalence of roadside memorials has increased significantly over the past several decades and there is little doubt that each of us has encountered them at some point. Roadside memorials are essentially visual manifestations of profound suffering and loss. They mark the site where a motor vehicle accident has occurred and the death that…