Shelly's work seems really well-balanced. I see a lot of artists spending most of their time creating works that focus solely on one aspect of creation (either technique in lieu of concept, concept in lieu of technique, abandoning the viewer in lieu of internal expression, etc.). It's nice to see artists who not only involve themselves in their craft with attention to detail in their materials/processes, but also have guiding concepts that have some sort of narrative relationship with the viewer. Of course, I say this as someone that generally finds this approach to art-making to be most affecting and meaningful as a viewer and as an artist. I don't mean to discount other approaches that are as valid, but from a purely personal preference - Shelley is doing it right :) I look forward to seeing more of his work. Legos have been done and done (they are, however, my favorite toy), but I'm sure he can come up with something innovative.

I dunno, Guest. I haven't seen the film but I find it interesting that it tested so well with women 30 - 50 and that they won "best film" by audience opinion although they didn't win the category that they were entered in. I think that probably says something about the uniqueness of it and I'm pretty interested in watching it if I can get the opportunity.