The 2011 Alchemy line - as a music video

We were trying to find a way to let you see all the different things in the new Alchemy of England product lines of 2011. There is just too much stuff. So we decided to put it to music and let you get a taste, but there is just so much more.



You can get everything you see in the video and more at Alchemy at World of VASS. Handmade, imported from England, with the highest standards of craftmanship.

You can be unique by owning exactly what everyone else has, or you can check out the huge selection of everything for everyone and really be unique.

Also, for those that are concerned about buying from our site, you can also buy the complete Alchemy line from our store on eBay - http://stores.ebay.com/alchemyatworldofvass. You won't get our discounts, but the option is yours.

**Alchemy at World of VASS is a division of M V Consulting, Inc. All purchases are secure via Paypal. Your support keeps us going, and we appreciate it.**

Black Entertainment USA has moved

The blogs of M V Consulting, Inc. have been moved from Blogger to our own servers. We invite you to see our blogs at:

Black Entertainment USA: http://www.blackentertainmentblog.com

VASS: http://www.mvass.com

Our online stores remain at:

Alchemy at World of VASS: http://alchemy.vassconault.com

World of Vass: http://www.cafepress.com/nova68

We hope to see you there soon.

From Michael Vass

For my readers that aren't aware, Blogger (the software that runs this site) is ending service for blogs like this one on May 1st. Don't worry, plans are already in the works to ensure that this site will continue on.

Over the next couple of days there may be some interruptions and/or some of the links may not work. Please bear with us as we try to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Thank you for your support, and do check out World of Vass and Alchemy at World of VASS while we are at work.

What would you ask anti-war activist Cindy Sheehan?

Cindy Sheehan is likely best known for the media circus around her protests of President Bush over the Iraq war. Less known, or at least reported, is her continued protests of Iraq and Afghanistan wars against President Obama.

Given that background, and having the chance to directly ask 2 questions of Ms. Sheehan, what might you say? Well the following video clip is of Michael Vass, president of M V Consulting and author of this blog, asking his 2 questions. What might be of most interest to some is her answer to the second question starting at 4:33 in the video.



How do you think she answered the question?

**For the full article on Cindy Sheehan in Binghamton New York, check out Is Cindy Sheehan a racist? **

24 hour sale!

April 6th is the birthday of Michael Vass, president of M V Consulting, Inc. In honor of that, M V Consulting will be providing a rebate for items purchased from its Alchemy at World of VASS online store.

Starting at 2:41am on April 6, 2010 for 24 hours items purchsed will earn a cash rebate.

For any item or combination of items, over $20 up to $50, a rebate of 4% of the total (not including shipping) will be given back to customers.

For item(s) purchased equal to $51 up to $150, a rebate of 6% will be given back to customers.

For any purchase of $151 or more, an 8% rebate of the item(s) total will be given back to customers.

The more you buy, the more you will get back.

As an added bonus, a purchase of item(s) totaling $241 exactly, will get a 12% rebate.

Check out Alchemy at World of VASS and get everything you've been looking forward to owning. There are items imported directly from England for Men, Women, Goths, Emo, Business owners, everyone!












































Plus lots more! Just check it out and see for yourself.

Your support keeps us going strong, and we appreciate it.

The Spring collection from Alchemy of England

Yes it has just arrived! The latest additions to the Alchemy of England collection available at Alchemy at World of VASS.

The latest collection features the Rose of Passion collection




In addition you can also find new T-shirts, pendants, rings, and a great new tankard too.

Here is a quick preview of some of the new items


You can only find it at Alchemy at World of VASS

Valentines for Haiti - a thought out loud

I just need to get this off my chest.

Back on the 15th of January I started the Valentines for Haiti promotion. I offered to provide 50% of all profits, from any sale of any item at Alchemy at World of Vass and/or World of Vass, to the Red Cross and other reputable aide organizations working in Haiti. I thought it was a great idea.

It would seem that it was too good an idea. Recently I checked Google for the term "Valentines for Haiti", on the suggestion of a friend, and I was surprised. There were hundreds of references, which didn't exist before about 30 days ago.

The part that annoys me though is that there are so many websites and blogs that took my idea and ran with it. I realize I did not copyright the term, nor was this an idea that was only mine. And I hope that each of these copycats are honorable and forthright in their efforts to help the people of Haiti.

But in looking at numerous results from Google, not a single person that ran with this idea did so before or even on Jan. 15th. Thus they took my inspiration and watered it down. They muddied the waters, and perhaps restricted some readers from getting involved because of fear this was a scam or that by going to some other site and donating they were somehow linked to my actions.

None of the other sites, not belonging to M V Consulting, Inc., are connected to our Valentines for Haiti promotion. While some may be as legitimate as our own action, they are seperate.

I hope this clarifies the question some readers might have about this subject. It's nice to know that so many are listening to my ideas and running with them, I just wish they at least gave me credit and or help.

2009 list - Top Videos of M V Consulting, Inc.

Throughout 2009 M V Consulting, Inc. (the parent company of Black Entertainment USA) has really delved into the video arena. We spent the year creating and improving our ability to provide quality videos, for commentary and entertainment value.

We appreciate all the views we have received, and will continue to bring you the best of what we can provide. And we did notice what you our readers and the public loved, and what was of less interest. So here are the top 5 videos of 2009 as determined by views by you:

The top of the list is definitely an entertainment value video.

T-Shirt Car Wash


Number 2 is on the other side of the spectrum. This was a video commentary on the first news event of the year, that the major media as ignored all year long.

Oscar Grant murdered by police - commentary by Michael Vass


The 3rd place video goes to another entertainment value video, part of a review of a bar. It seems, I'm guessing, that guys pushed this video higher than most of the rest.

Scoreboard Binghamton NY


Going in another direction again, the fourth place video of the year goes to a sports competition. Las Vegas was great and the competition was fierece. I look forward to going back.

Las Vegas APA pool tournament - round 2


And rounding out the top 5 videos is another sports related video. This is of course just the beginning of talk in the US about the World Cup in 2010.

2010 World Cup Groups - and England vs. USA


So as you can see from the collected videos out production values ahve increased substantially throughout the year. We will continue in that quest, and look forward to your comments and viewership in 2010.

Please do let us know what videos you enjoyed, and would like to see more of. Your feedback is always valued.

**As a bonus, here are a few of my favorite videos not created by M V Consulting, Inc.

Ataque de Pánico! (Panic Attack!) 2009


Franken Denies Lieberman an 'Additional Moment' to Continue Speaking on the Senate Floor


The Muppets: Bohemian Rhapsody


The Obama Stimulus: Predictions vs. Reality


Alchemy at World of Vass - yes I know it's another of mine. I just thought it came out really well for a commercial.

M V Consulting, Inc. Announces the Creation of 2 New Divisions

New York, New York (PRWEB) October 13, 2009 -- M V Consulting, Inc. announced the creation and launch of 2 new divisions for the diversified company. This new expansion creates a total of 6 separate divisions within the Company. Besides the Search Engine Optimization, Investor Relations, professional Blog writing and online store for the Company's 21 unique designer clothing lines, the Company now includes a Video Production (http://www.vassconsult.com/videoproduction/index.html) division and the Alchemy at World Of Vass (http://alchemy.vassconsult.com).

M V Consulting, Inc. president Michael Vass stated,

"This has been a trying year for all companies and individuals around the globe. But in these times of struggle it is my firm belief that diversifying and growing the services and products we provide to clients and consumers is critical to continued exponential growth."

Mr. Vass went on to say,

"So far this year we have been able to increase the unique fashionable designer clothing lines available via our online store. We have remodeled our well known political blog site that was featured on TV One's online coverage of the 2008 Presidential election cycle. We have expanded our base of writing for commercial blogs, while covering issues from the most serious to the most entertaining - such as the Oscar Grant murder in Oakland, the debate on Health Care Reform, Movie previews and reviews, and more.

We feel the effect of the tight economy as much as any business in America. But we intend to use the opportunities it provides to be around for the recovery and long after."

The Video Production division

With the growth of the internet and various visual and electronic media, millions of individuals are seeking ways to share their moments of pride, family gatherings, and everyday activities. There is no question that there are dozens of products and services available, in fact too many for the average person who has to balance a busy work schedule, family, and recreation if possible.

Thus M V Consulting's Video Production division is the answer. We take video and/or images and combine them into a seamless and high quality format. Essentially we create the modern version of home movies that can be shared with family and friends via CD's, or on social networking sites like Facebook and Youtube. These videos can even be enhanced with music creating personalized music videos. All for a reasonable fee without hassle or purchases of massive amounts of technology.

Alchemy at World of Vass

This division deals solely with the high quality product lines created by Alchemy of England. As a reseller of the Alchemy consumer goods, we seek to provide consumers with access to the finest in genuine English Pewter and Swarovski crystal handmade imported items. Via the online store consumers can directly order as few as 1 item to hundreds including earrings, pendants, belt buckles, flasks, cigarette cases, goblets and more from the entire Alchemy product line. Whether the purchase is for a birthday, a holiday adornment, or just personal expression consumers can enjoy the knowledge that all goods are imported directly from England, and are of the highest craftsmanship.

About M V Consulting, Inc.

The Company is a diversified company primarily focused on business activities involving or interacting with the internet. The Company has been in existence since 2006, with President Michael Vass having nearly a decade of experience extending before the creation of the Company. The Company is familiar with the real world needs of corporations and individuals in creating effective internet properties. From websites to blogs to creation of content, even direct sales, the Company has been involved with it all.

The Company owns: www.blackentertainmentblog.com, www.mvass.com, the corporate website www.vassconsult.com, the new alchemy.vassconsult.com online store and provides its clothing line via www.cafepress.com/nova68

I'm so genteel if I weren't Black I'd be Southern

Catchy title no? Inspiration for my latest t-shirt design literally came out of a comment I made with several friends at a party not long ago.

Off the cuff, I hit everyone with this little phrase. As you might expect it floored everyone. We were all laughing for several minutes, and since it's become a bit of a catch phrase among us all. So I though I might share the humor with all my readers.



It's not political, or serious, in any way. It's just funny. I hope you enjoy it as well as all the other unique fashionable clothing designs that can be found at World of Vass. There is something for everyone, just check it out and see for yourself.

While you're at it, check out the Alchemy of England products at Alchemy at World Of Vass. It's a collection of fine English pewter and Swarovski crystal rings, pendants, flags, cigarette cases, earrings and other accesories that is perfect for Halloween, Goth, emo, and just people that are into fine quality.



As always I thank you for your support in keeping the blogs of M V Consulting, Inc. alive and providing the information you won't get elsewhere.

Sincerely,
Michael Vass
President of M V Consulting, Inc.

Where Michael Vass has been

What have I been doing the last couple of days?

It's a question I have been asked by some readers to this blog. And it's a fair question as I have not been as active as I usually am. But I think my long-time readers will understand and appreciate what's been going on.

First of course is my continued work for various clients. I not only run this and my political blog - VASS, but I am also President of M V Consulting, Inc. As such I have been building, maintaining, and developing various websites for several clients. Add to that a bit of consulting about the web and the stock market and things have been hectic in the last week for blogging.

Though I am always open to adding more clients and/or advertisers. These blogs have to be paid for after all.

Then of course there has been a lot of stuff I want to cover for the 2010 mid-term elections. Which is why I have increased my posts at VASS. Like I did for the 2008 Presidential election, I am actively ahead of the curve on the mid-term elections. Currently I am focused on Majority Leadser Harry Reid, Senator Chuck Schumer, and Senator Kritsen Gillibrand - who are all up for re-election.

Add to this the fact that there are few new television shows for a while, and the notable lack in quality and quantity of new movies at this moment. Which leaves mostly tabloid entertainment news - which I do not cover.

Lastly there is the expansion of the gifts and products available for sale. As noted previously, M V Consulting has added the Alchemy line of products to the items we provide you our readers.



Alchemy has been in business for decades, providing the best in English pewter pendants, smoking accessories, earrings, goblets, glassware, rings, and a host of other items. These products are shipped from England to you. They are of the highest quality, and I am happy to be available to provide them to you.

Already we have several pages of products (see the Alchemy at World of Vass link) and will be adding several more. This will allow you to have some essential items for Halloween, Christmas, birthday presents, or just as something for yourself. The line we have selected includes products for men and women alike.





So overall there is no shortage of things that I am working on. But do not hesitate to think that I will always keep abreast of what is going on in entertainment and making you my readers aware. Even with the economic downturn, my foremost goal is to maintain and grow my blogs. But adding advertisers, and increasing sales doesn't hurt either.

Thank you for your continued support of my blogs, the designer clothes at World of Vass, the Alchemy line of products, and of course the advertisers.

Sincerely


Michael Vass
President - M V Consulting, Inc.
718-344-6921
info@vassconsult.com

Michael Vass comments on President Obama "beerfest"

Video commentary of the meeting with police, Harvard professor, and President Obama. In particular is the emphasis on the failure to create a positive discussion on the issue of race relations and interactions between police across the nation and people of color.

The transcript of the video is below.

The t-shirt worn by Michael Vass, President of M V Consulting, Inc., can be found at the World of Vass online store. Additional clothing lines for men and women are also available at the online store.

(Sorry, the audio appears slightly muddled.)






You know, with all the attention that the arrest of Professor Gates has been given you would think that real issues between police and African Americans across the country would be addressed. Hell, police policies and actions with all people of color in this nation for that matter. But it’s a subject no one wants to go near.

President Obama could have really made a stance on the issues of race relations and police. He could have taken a position that would have created debate that advances all sides. He could have used examples that I have covered for years now, or who knows how many that the Government has data on.

But he did none of the above. He instead jumped into a situation, stomping all over local authorities, with misinformation and an agenda that honestly was more fixated on defending his friend than addressing race relations.

Think about it. If President Obama really wanted to do something about race relations there have been no lack of opportunities. He could have noted that on the first day of this year 3 Black men were all shot, without provocation or cause, by police. 2 were killed, one seriously injured. Their names are Oscar Grant, Adolph Grimes, and Robbie Tolan. He could have addressed how Oakland BART officers have lied in court in the face of video that proves guilt.

There is something to address how stupidly the police can act. There is a question that needs to be made a national discussion. The fact that African American men, especially those between 18 – 35, are targets of police profiling, brutality, and overreaction.

President Obama could have cited the way the media blew past the attack of 3 Black men by 15 police officers in Philadelphia, or the way the media ignored the cause of the riots in Oakland, or how they failed to even hint at the potential guilt of officers in the California, Texas, and Louisiana cases. Which says noting of the abuses that have occurred in New York, New Jersey, South Carolina, and a dozen other places just in the past couple of years. And the trail of abuse can be seen clearly going back as far as Rodney King. Not that it didn’t happen before then. It just wasn’t reported, and there was no Youtube to press the issue.

President Obama has taken a hit in his approval rating because of the Professor Gates arrest (roughly 2 – 7 points). He is being mocked by comedians about the beerfest that will replace an apology. He has angered police departments across the nation. And he is being called a racist.

All of which promotes nothing positive and benefits no one.

Seriously, a beer is supposed to wipe away racial profiling? A casual chat with the President will alter police departments across the country from a predisposition to react violently towards African Americans (including in one study the finding that police would more quickly and likely shoot an armed or unarmed African American than any other group)? Is this really the best President Obama can do on a subject that this nation needs to address desperately, even as it vehemently hides its head in the sand to avoid.

I realize that president Obama is on a crusade to socially re-engineer America. It’s apparent that he is using all his approval rating to ram big Government and politically extreme laws up America without so much as grease or a ‘may I’. But since he opened the door on the subject of race relations, and he is getting slammed for it, he might as well do something positive.

If President Obama does nothing, as it seems he will, he cannot come back to this. Any future action will carry the mark this has brought him. A mark he does deserve. But a burden that will prevent any substantive change, as it will be mired in the mud of this fiasco.

Think, the precedent being set is ‘Race in America? Have a kegger and don’t worry about it.’

Is this what all those people that were looking to Obama as the fulfillment of Dr. Martin Luther King’s Dream imagined? Is this what all the suffering during the Civil Rights Movement was meant to culminate into?

Honestly, I expected little better from President Obama. It’s one of the many reasons I did not vote for him. But the little I have expected from the President seems to have been far too much to expect. Which makes the future of race relations seem moribund since the way he is screwing up so many things, another chance may not come for decades, if ever again.

A message from Michael Vass - President of M V Consulting, Inc.

I just wanted to take a moment to update all my readers on the things happening here at M V Consulting, Inc.

Like everyone, we have felt the impact of the economic crisis. As such we have had to delay some of the promotions, photo shoots, and clothing line launches we had planned for this year. I emphasize delay and not that we are canceling anything. We are moving forward, just at a slightly slower pace.

As such the 2 photo shoots planned to have been done by this point are pushed back to later this year. Though I can state that Todd Messinger (who took the latest photo shoot at Guys & Dolls pool hall in Endicott, NY) and Michael Rolston are slated to be the photographers of these upcoming shoots. We are still selecting several models for these photo shoots, so for those aspiring models or those already working, we are looking over head shots. You can contact us at info@vassconsult.com for more details.

Another item that was pushed back is a free promotion (give-away contest) we are working on. While I will not give out details yet, I can say that this will help those looking to start or expand a career. With the international exposure that M V Consulting can provide, we hope that someone will be able to say that their future fame and fortune was started via our company.

Something that we are not pushing back is our efforts to support the men and women of our military and the charities we donate to. Several efforts are upcoming, in conjunction with local VFW and American Legion posts, to help provide support and attention to the needs of those that have pledged to maintain the quality of life each of us enjoys everyday.

Additionally, I have confirmed with Mr. Gregg Cordero that the Memorial for Madden Cordero will be having its second annual fundraising for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. This will be in the 3rd quarter of this year, and M V Consulting will again be a contributor to this cause. We hope that those of you that wish to, will also join us in raising funds for the families that the Ronald McDonald Charities helps every day. More details on this will be forthcoming.

One thing that has been delayed far more than expected has been the re-launch of the VASS political blog. The sheer volume of material, and the technical time involved has turned out to be far more than what was initially expected. That combined with the economic slowdown, and the increased needs of our clients, has delayed the full re-launch.

Currently the VASS blog is up, and current posts relating to politics and other issues are being made. The revamped site is being updated on a regular basis with every post and comment that formerly was found at the blogger driven site. Until the re-launch is completed, the old site will remain available, and old posts will continue to be found there.

In a related matter, we are currently working on creating a detailed coverage of the entire 2008 election process. This will provide information on several of the candidates from the moment they announced their desire to run for President, up to the results of the election itself. In total this will cover about 2 years of the election cycle. We believe that this will be both a useful tool for new voters in the 2012 election cycle, as well as an interesting point of view for those that are more familiar with the political process.

Separate of these events, we want to thank all of our readers for your continued interest in M V Consulting, and our blogs. It is solely because of our readers that we continue to grow, now reaching over 125 countries and tens of thousands of readers each month. This is no small achievement, and we acknowledge that it is only possible via your support.

We also thank our readers for checking out the clothing lines of M V Consulting, as well as the ads of our advertisers. Neither is the primary focus of our site, nor will we allow it to become so, but it does help us to maintain and grow the Company. With your continued support and interest to the advertisers and our clothing lines we are ever more capable of providing more free give-aways, promotions, and donations to organizations like Not On Our Watch and the Ronald McDonald Charities.

For those that wish to advertise on the sites of M V Consulting, Inc. we refer you to our advertising rates, and ask you to present any inquiries to our info@vassconsult.com email. While we will never flood our sites with advertising, we are always willing to work with potential advertisers as long as space permits. And we are confident that our advertising rates are among the best in the industry for the reach and depth of the world that we touch.

Lastly, I want to note that in August – September M V Consulting will be doing a series of posts focusing on Las Vegas and the APA National Pool Tournament. We are working on providing video of the event, interviews with players, and insight about the tournament.

This is part of our continuing effort to provide entertainment interviews and coverage that is unique and interesting. So far this year we have been able to have several interviews with independent film directors – some were Sundance winners, others were featured at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival. We are working on interviews with several writers, additional film directors, actors and actresses, a couple of politicians, and a few surprises.

In summation, we at M V Consulting are striving to live up to the confidence and commitment you give us every day that you return to our sites. It is something we never forget. It is the reason we work hard to maintain high quality in all that we present to you. It is the reason we never stop.

I personally thank you, and on behalf of all those at M V Consulting, Inc.

Sincerely,

Michael Vass
President – M V Consulting, Inc.
info@vassconsult.com

Update from Michael Vass - President of M V Consulting, Inc.

Well the first half of the year has been quite a ride so far. With the economy in the faltering status that it is life has become a bit harder for us all - if not massively so. But I continue to strive forward.

So far the VASS political blog has been completely revamped. It has undergone a complete change, now using Wordpress a clean theme and a few add-ons like a rating system for each post (found at the bottom of each post).

While it is not completely finished, each and every post and comment is being hand transfered from the old site to this new one (both are active now). I expect to announce the re-launch shortly. And new posts are already being placed on the site now (the most recent is the latest on the hearing for trial of Johannes Mehserle - who killed Oscar Grant).

In addition to revamping my political blog, there has been the photo shoot at Guys and Dolls in Endicott NY. The shoot highlighted virtually every designer clothing line found at World of Vass. You can see the models and the various lines by clicking on the links at the top of the site, and clicking the images will take you to that clothing line for purchase.

We have also added a new line of designer clothing - Wanna Score. At this moment there is just the women's fashion line, with designs for Black, White, and Hispanic women. We will be adding a complete men's fashion line of this design within days (also for Black, Hispanic, and White men). I invite you to look it over, and buy a few too.

Of course I also direct you to our advertising. We are always looking for the best, most interesting, and highest quality advertisers for our blogs. In this market, its tough. But we have one of the best entertainment blogs in the world - focusing on people of color - not to mention the recognized political blog as well. Our ad rates are superior to many, but we always will be (limited in advertising space and) selective because you our readers are as well. So check out our advertisers from time to time, I believe in their products and services, so you can too.

Another change that will be taking effect shortly is an expansion to the writing staff here and at our other blogs. In the coming months we expect to add another 3 or so writers, covering a miriad of topics. I of course will continue to write, and at the same pace as always. But it's a big world, and there are far too many things we want to bring to you our readers.

For those interested in joining the new staff of writers for Black Entertainment USA or Vass the political blog, contact me at info@vassconsult.com - subject writing staff.

For those that are interested in becoming a model for upcoming calendar, t-shirt, and other photo shoots (with noted photographers like Michael Rolston and Todd Messinger) contact me at info@vassconsult.com - subject model photo shoot.

The economy is difficult, the clients of M V Consulting, Inc. are numerous as always, and I believe in expanding no matter the climate. We will not falter as long as you, our valued readers, continue to give us your time and attention.

Always let us know what you think of the changes and inspiration we have. Feel free to comment on the posts, we value the input. We are here to provide the best service we can. Your feedback and support will ensure we do just that.

Thank you, I look forward to your continued readership.

Michael Vass
President - M V Consulting, Inc.
info@vassconsult.com

Black Entertainment USA presents the Wanna Score designer clothing line for women

In the continuing effort to provide some of the sexiest, fun, flirtatious designer clothing to be found on the internet, M V Consulting, Inc. presents our latest clothing line: Wanna Score.







Similar to our Wanna Ride line of clothing, they share the same inspiration, a woman being as sexy as she wants to be. We think it's a great combination of sports and women, and of course flirtation.

On any day, at any event, this is sure to turn heads and grab attention.

As always we believe in diversity here at M V Consulting, Inc. As such you can see that we have a version for almost every type of woman.

But guys don't fret. We will be releasing a men's version of our stylish fashion statement in a day or 2.

Remember the Dream - forced to be a dream?

For those that have taken a look at my catalogue, and noticed the Remember the Dream images with models Christina Blank and Tiffany Murphy, I have news. If you have gone to my online store, World Of Vass, you have noticed that the entire designer clothing line is unavailable. That is not by my action.

Cafepress has decided that the depiction of a drawn likeness of the public figure, Dr. Martin Luther King, in conjunction with the rest of the image, is illegal. I disagree.

I believe that Dr. Martin Luther King is a public figure. His image and words are used by millions of people and businesses every year, and especially on his birthday and during Black History Month. He is as visually accessible as President Lincoln, or Mahatma Gandhi, or President Kennedy.

But I am no lawyer (if any are reading this I would love to know the legal standing here). I believe that in a drawn image where Dr. King is not the focus, but included, it is legal and should be available for use. And until I am told otherwise, I will find other means to make this image available to the masses.

I believe that the message of this t-shirt is more important than just the corporate opinion of one group. Let me explain.

Did you notice that all the men, regardless of age, have the same face? Did you notice all the issues that are facing the Black community today in the background? Do you see the relevance of the words of Dr. King and the meaning of what he gave his life trying to attain? And there are more levels to it.

Like my other more political designer clothing lines (Never Again and Stop The Game) there is more at stake than just the look of the clothing.

Maybe I have violated the terms of Cafepress. But to my knowledge, and more importantly for my goal of making a point that can be conveyed visually, I have not violated the thoughts of Dr. King. Keep an eye out, I will find a way to provide this image for sale.

Michael Vass comments on the Obama budget

As found on Youtube, M V Consuting, Inc. President Michael Vass takes a moment to break down some of the key points of the Obama Administrations budget in terms any citizen can understand.

Model photo shoot - March 28th

I just wanted to take a moment to thank the models and photographer that came to the March 28th photo shoot on location at Guys and Dolls Pool Hall in Endicott NY.

The shoot was great. We got a lot of photos, in virtually all of the 19 different clothing lines found at World of Vass (the online store). The models looked great, and we had fun. Which is always the best of both worlds.

The models include:

• Christine Blank
  
• Juliana Coates
  
• Shawn Kennedy
  
• Dylan Miller
  
• Robert Miller
  
• Tiffany Murphy
  
• Dorian Whitehead
  

and photographer Todd Messinger of Talent House Advertising

The youtube video introducing some of the models will be out shortly.

We took a huge number of photos, which I am going through right now. I will be redesigning the catalogue page, and creating a page dedicated to the models that have worked for M V Consulting, Inc. So fans and those interesting in our models and photographers will have a way to check them out.

I am already planning my next photo shoot. I have several choices of models in mind already, but as always I love to hear back from my readers. I am also always interested to hear from models that would like to become part of our photo shoots.

And for those wondering who designed the graphic arts for the t-shirts and other designer clothes and goods, they are - Mark Lewkowicz in Florida and Heidi Baker in Pennsylvania.

Give me about a week, and I expect to have all the photos and designs up.

The next photo shoot of M V Consulting, Inc.

Well it’s almost time for my biggest move for my online store yet. On Saturday M V Consulting, Inc. will be having the first multiple model shoot ever. There will be over 5 models on location, in almost every line of clothing that we have to date. I’m very excited.

For those that have looked over the store or the catalogue (soon to be redesigned) you have seen several of the different slogans and images that are the 19 designer clothing lines that we offer. But to see the image, or just the clothing, is just not compelling enough. I have realized that.

So seeing the various designer t-shirts and sweatshirts on the models will bring a new dimension of appeal. Especially since this shoot will feature men and women of various ages, sizes, and races. Because the clothing lines of M V Consulting are for everyone.

And yes, there may even be a few shoots of myself in a couple of the photos. Hey, I’m representing the older men out there. And I think the clothes look good on everyone, not just young people.

But to give everyone a preview of some of the outfits that will be included in the shoot, I have the following:

The Dream

The Battery Died

Besides these new clothing lines there are the older desiner clothes as well.

Cowboy

Wanna Ride

Do It Kinky

Ex’s Are Forever

Fluffy

Stop The Game

Never Again

Kinky

And more, like the I AM The Myth, I'm Done, Mystery Man and Woman. Check out the selection at www.cafepress.com/nova68.

Oh, and for those wondering, I will be creating a page dedicated to the models that have appeared in the clothing of M V Consulting shortly as well.

By the way, I need a new name for the clothing store, any suggestions?

An update from Michael Vass - President of M V Consulting, Inc.

Hello everyone.

I just wanted to take a moment to discuss what is currently going on with M V Consulting, Inc. these days. As many of my long-time readers are aware, we are constantly trying new ideas and working behind the HTML to provide the best expereince possible to our visitors. While the current economic crisis has made several things more difficult, we have not stopped in that movement forward.

In particular, some may have noticed that there have not been updates at the VASS political blog in a while. That is not because I have have stopped writting on the subject. In fact I have been discussing various aspects of the economy, stock market, Obama Administration, stimulus package and more.

There has been a technical difficulty on that blog, and as such we are in the process of moving it. The web address will remain http://www.mvass..com, but you will soon see that the platform is very different. We will be using the popular Wordpress platform, and with that change will come a new look for the site. I ask that you bear with us and check back for an update on the status of that redesign.

Those that have visited our online store will note that there have been several new clothing designs since the new year started. A couple of those clothing designs are to address the on-going trend (as I see it) of police murders and abuse of power. This may be most notable in the deaths of Oscar Grant, Sean Bell, Adoplh Grimes, and many others.



But in addition to those t-shirts, there are also several other designs from my latest graphic designer Heidi Baker. That includes the Wanna Ride (male and female versions), Respect My Mind, Fluffy and Loveable and other designs. And more designs are coming soon. Also, new versions of some of the older designs will be forth coming to include Asian consumers. As always, our goal is to be inclusive, not exclusive.

Another related item that is capturing a bit of my time is an upcoming photo shoot near the end of this month. We have several models in place to highlight multiple t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other designer goods found in our online store. We are planning to add several more calendars (male and female) and model foucused items in the near future as well.

Any models that are interested in the details can contact us at info@vassconsult.com to learn more.

Normally around this time of year I like to ask my visitors to help me contribute to a various charity. Given the nature of the economy I will not ask readers this year. Instead I will be making one or more donations, on or about my birthday, which I will post as usual.

You can also look forward to interviews with Dennis Dortch (director of A Good Day to Be Black and Sexy) and Tim Alexander (director of Diary of a Tired Black Man). Currently both interviews are being transcribed, and once done will be posted. But I recommend both movies, which are now out on DVD.

There is also a review of the book Picking Cotton, the real-life story of Ronald Cotton who was wrongly imprisoned for a crime he did not commit and Jennifer Thompson-Cannino who wrongly identified him for the crime. I will be posting my thoughts on the issue and the book shortly.

But obviously the economic environment has affected M V Consulting, like it has everyone else. So there has been a lot more work going on for our clients. This has reduced the time we have to write our posts. Thus we have slowed from 5 - 7 posts a day, to 2 - 5. We will always strive to provide our content on a regular basis, but far more important is that we will always only provide quality.

I would rather we say less, if it means more.

And of course we are continuing to seek out advertisers that wish to provide quality products to the tens of thousands of visitors in all the 125+ nations that visit our sites each month. Potential advertisers can see out rates, and/or contact us at info@vassconsult.com for more details. But never fear as we will limit the number of ads to prevent clutter as much as possible.

In all we are moving forward. The economic crisis is daunting, but we are secure and well positioned.

Lastly, I want to thank you for your time and continued support. Whether its a purchase from our online store, checking out one of our advertiser's sites, commenting on or just reading our posts, it is your involvement that has made this site so popular. That is why we at M V Consulting, Inc. are so dedicated to provide you the best experience we can.

Sincerely

Michael Vass
President - M V Consulting, Inc.
Info@vassconsult.com