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A Message from Evan Luzi

A Message from Evan Luzi

Hello and welcome to my new web page! I have set up Black and Blue for two purposes: to showcase a portfolio for my creative projects online as well as a section for personal blogging.

by Evan Luzi | Website | June 9, 2008 | Comments: 0

It is likely that the more extensive work of this website will be attributed to the portfolio. I would like a place online that employers, clients, friends, etc. will be able to view the different projects I am working on. I do not know, as of now, which direction my blog will head in terms of subject matter, but you can expect it to focus on the film industry, different projects I am working on as well as a touch of personal flair.

I will be rolling out new pages slowly as time permits and I look forward to sharing my thoughts, photographs, videos and ideas with you. Thank you for your patience and thank you for visiting!

Evan Luzi

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