Allison Martell
Allison Martell regularly writes about online video for The Tyee.
Stories by Allison Martell
Idea #1: Tax Ads to Fund Public Art
How a billboard tax in Toronto is helping to stem the neon tide of illegal signs and give local artists a voice.
Raining Polar Bears
Will Plane Stupid's stomach-churning video convince you to change your flying habits?
Why 'Being Erica' Deserves to Be
It might just be the most realistic portrayal of a woman in her thirties on TV.
'High with a Little Help from My Friends'
Harper's sing-a-long video may score political points but beware the power of viral.
The Value of Online Anonymity
The courts unmasked a nasty blogger and people cheered. But is secrecy the problem, or incivility?
Videos that Play with Numbers, Dangerously
If you can make statistics dance onscreen, you might have a YouTube hit. But check that math.
The Rise of the Lego Video
'Brickfilms' are the latest in low-fi vids made with high-tech tools. What's the appeal?
Some Videos Aren't This Good
VIDEO: Those that aren't teach us the reality of online life: the Net never forgets.
Throw Another Vlog on the Internet Fire
VIDEO: This one throws some sparks, unlike a lot of video logging.
YouTube Remix Tames Savage Commenters
Israeli sampling genius creates 'mother of all funk chords.' What's not to like?
An Ode to Charles Darwin
VIDEO: Singing scholar finds musical theatre in history of science. No, really.
The Return of the Music Video
VIDEO: Are viral videos turning bland songs into hits, just like in the '80s?
Extreme Evasion from Elections and Economics
VIDEO: Tired of Harper, Palin and stock markets? Take a three-minute, thrill-seeking break.
Viral Ads in Sheep's Clothing
Corporations are making fake homemade videos on YouTube. Case in point.
