Lord Baron Joseph C.R. Vourteque IV
It was Sunday November 22nd and after posting on Steampunk Empire that it might be fun for all six existing Chicago Steampunkers to meet up for brunch and a trip to the DIY Marketplace – four of us were actually implementing said plan and doing just that.
Joining us on this day would be myself, The Lord Baron
Don’t ask why I look brooding – also – yes I was the one who took this picture
The Good Rev, Cpt Samuel Flint
It is true, I don’t care enough about my co-patriots to take pictures of them myself.
The good gent Joseph F. Mason and his lovely wife (she only joined us for brunch though)
The quality of the pictures I am dredging up are quickly degrading, no?
And of course Mr. Auto-Technical – who did not dress up and thus I am henceforth going to refer to him as “The random mundane who decided to tag along”*
*To Auto-Technical’s credit, he does oft dress up quite fantastically.
Continue reading A Steampunk Outing to the DIY Festival…
Our family lived down the street from this place until I was 5 years old. I finally got to go on a field trip here in 5th grade and it spooked the hell out of me. It has been burned into the background of my childhood memories. It’s rumored to be haunted, so I’m going to go with a voice recorder some time and collect some EVP’s and do a concert in the back garden with my string quartet.
You can see the pictures HERE.
Best,
The Variable Dr.
Lord Baron Joseph C.R. Vourteque IV
Hello hello from the Lord Baron – it’s been a moment since I last graced the pages of The Compass, but in the light of the DIY trunk show (see below), I felt perhaps we can move forward on suggesting some suggestions where, at least Chicago Steampunk-ers, can meet up.
First and foremost there is THE STEAMPUNK EMPIRE.
Let us face it – we Neo-Victorian/Dickensian/Holmesian/Steampunkian types have a bit of that “let’s build an empire to take over the world” bent – and what better place to express such regards as a social networking site on the aether-web? By all means – go – sign up and then be sure to join The Chicago Steampunk Society on THE STEAMPUNK EMPIRE!
“But Lord Baron” you grovel (you best be groveling) “My aether-web just does not work” or… “But Lord Baron” you grovel (again) “I’m too good for another social networking site and I totally suck, nah!” you say?
Well then! That is why Adam Killing & Roland Vega throw a ANALOG POP – EVERY MONDAY AT RODAN (details here). There they play everything from classic darkwave, new wave and industrial to some… need we say, strange musical endeavors. They are occasionally joined by others, including the likes of myself, the fine Mr. Auto-Technical and the lovely Mr. Wesley Groves.
Continue reading Where Doth the Good Steampunkers Meet?…
The Reverend Captain Samuel Flint
Part of the Steampunk lifestyle and aesthetic is a do-it-yourself attitude. Constructing devices, props, mods, sewing and electrocuting — we do it all by hand.
This Saturday, see the DIY Trunk Show 2009 in the west side, showcasing art, projects and wares.
Steamy attire not required, but hopefully you might find some here!
http://www.diytrunkshow.com/
Saturday November 21, 10:00 – 17:00
Pulaski Park Auditorium
1419 W Blackhawk, Chicago
If you haven’t already, please find us at our new address: http://www.steampunkchicago.com.
- Rev Cpt Flint
The Reverend Captain Samuel Flint
Windycon 36 was an amazing success, full of fashion finery, bully beer, gadgetry galore, beautiful boots and perfect panelists.
Some photographs from the event can be seen on The Facebook, as made by the Rev. Cpt. Samuel Flint
Windycon 2009 (Rev. Cpt. Samuel Flint)
Further writings from the RLGEMS coming shortly, but the photos speak thousands of words. Friends over at The Enthusiasts have posted a writeup, and created an amazing gallery. I agree whole heartedly that the food, beer and drink covered in admission was amazing. The group meeting room really brought people together and ave an opportunity to mingle, meet, and show off ocntraptions and outfits. The open bar of Guinness, Harps, wine and Woodchuck was fantastic as well.
Windycon 36 (The Enthusiasts)
Enjoy, and more to follow!
