resources & inspiration

I've listed some sites that have helped me develop my 3D skills and others that provide insight & information to the 3D industry. I'd like this to become a resource to my colleagues as well, so as time goes on links to their websites will be added.

resources
3dcafe.com Indispensiable sites for tutorials, textures, job listings and industry info.
awn.com
sb.sakura.ne.jp/~yuya/ I found a great expression for a Maya goalPP expression at this site and suspect it will continue to be a resource in the future. The author was very responive in correcting an out of date link so that I could download the script.
inspiration
It is no secret. I am a jazz music fan. I try to find spots wherever I travel. I will list them here.
jazzgallery.org The Jazz Gallery is one of the places I go to revive my sanity. It's not-for-profit museum and cultural arts center that presents jazz related performances and exhibits. If you live in or visit New York, check it out.
sweetrhythmny.com A great among the jazz clubs of New York City, Sweet Rhythm is another place that feeds the spirit. Not too long ago this location was home to the lengendary jazz club "Sweet Basil". Great music and food.