Just saw your photo up ya don't know me, but i saw your photo up of the castle in paris. that's a truly a great shot. i hope you are enjoying your trip, stranger. - Eli in Valencia, Spain
Congratulations! --Another beautiful chapter in your life. Thank you for letting me travel with you vicariously while I worked on my thesis. I'd love to hear more stories. Looking forward to seeing your smiling face!
God Speed May you have a safe trip home, we have missed you! I'm sure you are a bit more bohemian. A little wiser and touch by wonderful people. We love you, Aunt Karen and fam
Thanks! Hey Kelly... Thanks for sending me these journal entries and pictures. Its amazing to see how life is so much more beautiful away from Los Angeles. I been reading all the entries and emercing into the pictures. I never got the nerve to leave a comment the meanwhile. So here it is! I hope you'll complete your film soon, and it turns out well. On a sidenote, ever though of becoming a photo journalist? You're photos are amazing. Have a safe flight back. -Chong
I wasn't going to write this... But eh, why not? First, I was sad that you were gone, now I'm going to have to cope with not receiving these journals. C'est la vie, n'est ce pas? (...) It's going to be kind of strange having you back in the fold, you being the star of the moment, and all. I guess I'll just have to live with it. Can't wait to see your film!
Good to hear from you again Hi Kelly,
I enjoyed your pictures and glad to hear you are anxious to come home. I was afraid you might like France to much.
Heading south to Jaime's graduation which is the same time as Katie's. Will see her acouple of days later. Saw her performance and you can't believe how her voice has improved and her dance movements are great. Love, Nana - Nana
seriously It is so good to see your blog updated again. The pictures are wonderful (as always) and it is interesting to hear how seriously they take animation at Annecy. We are anxious to have you home. Three short weeks that seem like three months.
love ya. - dad
Aw, man. June 30th? Needless to say, we all miss you. No, I'm not speaking for myself, I speak for everyone. Except for the third year students. You should hear what they're saying about you. (Psyche.)
This year's Open Show was a doozy. Some people fell off, some people were exceptional. There were some richly deserved, and some who I won't even mention. But all in all, it was the Godfather 2 of Open Shows. You've gotta see it.
I hope your film is as beautiful as-- it can be. Ask someone important to send you a copy, it's well worth the look. - Daniel
nice!!!! Kelly, even though your stay at france is almost over I think you spent it worthwhile. You went to Ireland, travelled all over france, tried european food and spice, got to know new people and made new friends... etc. your inspired me to signed up for the program as well for next year. good luck kelly! Do take pictures at the Annecy, and go see films!! PS: WHERE IS MY POSTCARD GIRL?
~Ed - Ed
love it! Kelly, I love the black and white, your composition is great. It makes me want to get back into the darkroom again. Glad you had fun with your mom, we missed her here but it was worth it to let her spend some time with you.
Love you! - dad
Go Girl Kelly, We Carroll's just love your Blog! You are a funny gal, great drawings.... Jaime is going to Baylor... Texas! We will pray for less grey. Miss you, Love Aunt Karen - Karen
calartians at paris!? Wait?! Who visited you at Paris? For some reason I think someone told me this news... ack can't remember. enjoy your paris spring! Valencia is getting really hot. STEAMY HOT! ~Ed - Ed
You miss Europe already? What's so great about it? Just kidding. So it seems that Europe is, at least, AS interested in animation as we are. That's how low brow I am, I think America has the monopoly on commercialism. But do they have their own super heroes? I think NOT! Captain Britain, Soviet Super Soldiers and (I suppose) Doctor Who are all that come to mind. Correct me if I'm wrong. - Daniel
Spring has Sprung! It looks so crisp and clean over there! I'm sure everyone, including you, feels more peppy and happy and you are all probably loving being out in the fresh air. Well I just wanted to wish you a Happy Easter and I hope you can go to a church and see how they "do" Easter. There are probably a lot of Catholic churches...have you found a Christian church yet? Anyway, I'm glad to hear from you...enjoy soaking up the sun! ~ Anna - Anna
you guys got glen keane and we got andreas deja! america guy is in europe and europe guy is in america. can't wait for keane to come to calarts again :)
glad the weather's looking up! oddly enough, the weather's been gorgeous here too. we had a hot spell, but we're past it now and back into coolness.
fiiiiiilllllllllmmmmm. did the old man ever make it into your final version at all? if not, he and Paige made it into mine ;) keep an eye out for them.
Dear Kelly,
Looking at your picture is like seein a fairy tale come to life! Wish I could walk through the pages of a book like you are! Hope you are havinng fun, miss you!
-Katie
Brings back memories Hi Kel,
Am enjoying the pictures thru the eyes of a young person. You see things that I would not see. You will return to Ireland as it beckens you back. It is very mystical.
We are in AZ and will return home next week. Granddad has to have another back surgery.
Love ya, Nana - Nana
CRAP! SHAZ!!! You are so lucky to be in Ireland. That's so awesome! I love that picture of the crumbling monastry. Well, good luck on your film! and stay healthy :D get your sleep! ~ed - Ed
AMAZING! Hey Kelly! Looks like I'm the first one to post a comment! Yeah! It's 8:22 AM over here in America, so that probably means you're finishing up your day. How was Wednesday? What can I look forward to today? Well, let me be the first to say that those photos are AMAZING! What an incredible experience. It makes my days seem pretty boring... sitting at this computer in the basement of a government building... no shear cliffs in sight. In case you haven't heard, I got a job about 6 weeks ago doing graphic design for the Washington state Senate. But I'll tell you more about that later... once I remember what you new email address is. Well, good luck to you. Meet lots more friends, and don't fall off a cliff, or a bridge, or drink too much Guiness (a.k.a dirt). Don't get too comfortable over there either. :) - Jeff
Kelly, mild mannered California animation student, is shipped abroad to spend the next six months of her life in a Parisian art school. With a sketchbook, and passport, and no French language skills, we'll see how she does. ... full info
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ya don't know me, but i saw your photo up of the castle in paris. that's a truly a great shot. i hope you are enjoying your trip, stranger. - Eli in Valencia, Spain