The polaroids of Susan Mikula are incredible studies of atmosphere, light and memory. Printed as large as 9x9 (feet) on industrial mesh, I can only imagine their presence in person.
Fuzzy Memories
Aussie Ingenuity
Melbourne design collective Coöp combine "critical thought, style, function and finish to create aesthetically pleasing designs that work".
Thick, Shiny Candy for the Eyes
Resin, watercolor and silk combine in the paintings of Eric Blum for a dramatic layered effect. I could stare at these all day.
Even Their Government Propaganda is Nice
Say what you will about Soviet and German WWII propaganda, when it comes to persuading the masses with beautiful imagery, the Japanese know where it's at. These postcards from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection of Japanese Postcards at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston display proudly nationalistic, sometimes violent imagery in a subtle, beautiful and modern way. Leave it to the Japanese to create the friendliest-looking propaganda ever printed.
What's Better Than Free, Unrestricted Type?
Getting tired of your font collection? Jakob Nylund aka Formconspiracy has released some free, unrestricted vector type on his Just-My-Type site. Download and Enjoy!
First Looks: Where The Wild Things Are
I was admittedly a bit leery when I first heard they were making the feature film version of Where The Wild Things Are, but from the looks of the newly-released photos, it's going to do the Maurice Sendak original justice. But really...Spike Jonze, Forest Whitaker, Jim Henson Creature Shop... how could it be bad?
Unhealthy Obsessions and Their Benefits
Although my obsession with shoes is borderline excessive, I most often spare my readers when I come across the newest designer dunks or snakeskin Air Force Ones. I realize that my shoe fetish is ridiculous to most reasonable people, however, I couldn't resist posting about the newest limited-edition Nike release.
The Nike Clot Air Force One comes in a special ‘Chinese Candy Box’ packaging set. Traditionally, Lunar New Year celebrations include offering sweets and other edible treats from a red lacquer box to ensure a ’sweet’ year. Honoring this custom, the Nike Clot Air Force 1 packaging is a hexagonal red box with a partitioned tray layer, to hold shoe accessories, and matching lid. The box’s exterior is adorned with Clot graphics in black.
Via Lovely Package.
Date Farmers. Need I Say More?
My L.A. readers need to be sure (if they haven't already) to head to the Date Farmers' newest show at New Image Art - 7908 Santa Monica Boulevard.
Still Not Excited? You Can Go Away Now.
The first trailer for the Gary Hustwit film Objectified has finally been released, if you hadn't noticed I'm beside myself with excitement. If you don't know about Objectified, drop everything and go there NOW.
Even Better Than Miami Sound Machine
Alain Guerra and Neraldo de la Paz are Miami supergroup Guerra de la Paz, creating assemblages from clothing and action figures that are insightful, sometimes disturbing and always interesting.
Starting the New Year Right
Remi Thornton has posted some new work on his site, which is incredible as always. Also, be on the lookout for his photographic genius as part of the RISD New England Alumni Biennial 2009.
Another Young Artist to Watch...
Enjoy the work of UK designer Shaz Madani, 2008 grad of London College of Communication.
You Know You Lovett
Yes...bad puns with peoples' names, that's what I'm all about. Dane Lovett, however, is all about amazing painting.
Sketchbook Jealousy
Brazilian graphic designer/illustrator Maikon Nery has done all sorts of amazing work, but I'm especially jealous of his insane sketchbook and collage.
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