11.19.08
We were recently pulled in to create a limited edition 5-color screen printed artist series poster for YMSB’s Cabin Fever Tour. We figured we’d bring ‘em some vector-heavy characters to shake things up in Bluegrass land. They went with the version on the right. It ended up a 4-color job. We’ll see how it goes over.
Tags: cypher13, YMSB, Yonder Mountain String Band
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11.19.08
I stumbled upon this gem of a site recently, and although the name kinda makes me cringe, this guy has crazy skills. But what struck me most was not the subject matter or the flawless techniques, it was the depth. That this guy Draws and paints, sculpts AND has a firm grip on some software…plus makes some custom vinyl! Jason Freeny, AKA Moist Production…check it yourself.
Tags: Anatomy, illustration, Jason Freeny, Moist Production
Category: Art
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11.18.08
Our pal Mauel Bello, dropped in on the ever illusive FAILE for fecalface.com. After being blindfolded by the two the Patricks Manny was escorted to their studios of undisclosed locations and had a chance to inspect their latest work for their upcoming show in London. Mind-blowing to say the least. All paint - no paste.
Get the whole scoop on Manny’s FAILE studio visit HERE!!!
See flicks of the show HERE!!!
Tags: faile, Fecalface, manuel bello, studio visit
Category: Art
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11.17.08
For those of you not familiar with Kristian Kluver, and that’s a great many - he’s quite brilliant, exceptionally talented, and one of my favorite artist/designer/fabricators. Kluver gingerly navigates between the 2-d graphic and 3-d physical realm - a place most aren’t entirely comfortable. After a recent hard-drive failure, and some file reshuffling I stumbled upon some old Kluver imagery, nestled down deep inside the guts of HAL (our central server). The images included form the foundation for a body of work Kluver aptly titled FUCKFACE. I could go into detailed explanation of how the images were created, and where their roots lie, but that’s insider-only shit. These images did leave the digital world in a couple of applications. Unfortunately, the only complete set was discarded some time ago… by me (whole ‘nother tale). Regardless, this little post is my homeage to the gritty-mean imagery that is FUCKFACE. Enjoy, and then be honest with yourself and pick your favorite. Come on. Their’s one in there for everyone.
Tags: FUCKFACE, kristian kluver, rocket fly
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11.17.08
News from Tokyo of a couple no-logo McDonald’s opening up early this month. No clowns, no golden arches, no…anything, just a black storefront with red trim and a burger in the window. The menu’s exactly two items long: quarter-pounder and double quarter-pounder. Check the new website here.
Tags: Design, McDonald's, tokyo, unbranded
Category: Art
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11.15.08
I just got my hands on the new book Bastardised this week and it’s fantastic. The book by Bunch features reworked versions of the Bunch identity from a variety of contributors. If you get the chance, be sure to flip to page 127 and take a gander at my little gem!
Tags: bastardised, bunch, designisfine
Category: Design
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11.15.08
Generation V from DGENETICS on Vimeo.
Check out their new site: dgeneticsmusics.com - Fresh!!!
Tags: Dgnetics Musics
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11.14.08
Our pals at The 400, Denver’s premier purveyor of select and limited edition kicks have done it again. This time they’ve gone and consolidated both shops into one seriously mean sneaker/streetwear boutique and moved the mothership over to 1535 Platte. We stopped by for a visit last week and we’re pretty blown back. Staying true to their alliance with the boys at DoubleButter, they’ve teamed up once again to bang out their new space - and in a mere 3 weeks. The build out is brilliant, and even if you’re not into sneakers (which would suck for you) you oughtta stop by just to scope the finishes and trim details. DB and The 400 pulled out all the stops and really did the place up right. Oh, and they’ve got a new website poppin’ any day now. So stay up on that. Congrats gentleman. Your hardwork, committment, and purist dedication doesn’t go unnoticed. Respect.
Tags: DoubleButter, the 400, The 400 - KEEPS GETTING BETTER
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11.14.08
Since their move from France to Canada, 123Klan has been pounding out fresh new gear. Their latest BANDIT-1$M collection is now available for purchase on their online store.
Tags: 123klan, BANDIT-1$M
Category: Fashion
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11.13.08
A good friend of mine, Ken Macy has just launched his designer sock line Ashi Dashi. I was fortunate enough to pick up a pair of the FWIS design before they sold out, and word has it that Emil Kozak will be dropping 2 variations within a month or so along with a handful of other designs from various contributors. My toes have never been so happy! Ashi Dashi is currently being sold in Denver exclusively at The Fabric Lab and online.
Ashi Dashi is running online promotional sale for all of their vector and pixel loving brethren through Sunday… with the breakdown being: Friday 20% OFF, Saturday 15% OFF, and Sunday 10% OFF. (11/14/08-11/16/08)
USE THE PROMOCODE: soxonthebeach
Tags: Ashi Dashi, Designer Socks, Fashion, Ken Macy, Pepper
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11.13.08
Limited Addiction Gallery just released a new print from Jason Thielke. If you haven’t seen some of Thielke’s latest work you may have missed the awesomness that is painted backgrounds revealing to wood. We’ve seen a handful of pieces using this new technique in person and they’re stunning.
The print is an edition of 50 and measures 27″ x 22″. At $150 a pop, these babies ain’t going to last! Pick one up here!
![](http://www.joyengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/jasonthielkevisionary.jpg "Jason Thielke \\"Visionary\\"")
Tags: jason thielke, limited addiction gallery
Category: Art
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Applied Ideas Volume 3:
Join Ian Coyle and friends this Friday (Nov 21) 7:30 pm at the MCA Denver for the latest round of Applied Ideas: Talks on Design.
Speakers include: Rick Griffith (MATTER), Chris Cox (Changethethought), Aaron Ray (Legwork Studio), and
Ian Coyle (Superheroes, Inc.)
Aesthetic Apparatus is throwing a studio warming party this Saturday, 15th in MPLS. It should be a blast meeting new peeps, drinking dranks, and eating some food. Plus they are going to have a pony!! More info here.
Edifice Gallery presents Nocturnal Mockery 8 goes down this weekend, November 14th-16th at the Fillmore Crossing at 3125 Sinton Rd, Colorado Springs. Works from over 70 artists will be on display w/ all sorts of special musical guests. Check it out.
Matt Moore aka MWM Graphics is showing some new works at the Threadless Gallery in Chicago. The show opens this Friday and runs through December 3rd.
Square Footage is a group show open to all artists in all mediums. All work must be exactly 1 sq. ft. The show goes down this Saturday, Nove 8th from 7-11pm at The Plastic Chapel. Be there.
Andy Rementer’s Freakopolis is opening this Saturday Nov. 8th at Open Space Beacon, the latest venture from ex-Denverites Kalene Rivers and Daniel Weise.
Ah yes, the delicious sounds of Super Mario World for all to hear!
“The complete soundtrack to Super Mario World, covered by one man using dozens of instruments. Roughly in game order, faithful to the originals, with some bizarre artistic license thrown around. A private hobby made public.”
Lifter Baron breaks down (from afar) a bit of the creative scene in Denver. He’s seein’ some shiny shit ahead… Read up over at Because We Like To. And remember, Lifter’s always watching you.
Bunch is launching their new book Bastardised! Filled with submissions from designers taking their existing logo and remixing/creating their own visual reaction to their logo. Learn more at Made in Bunch and see if you can spot me in the list. And if your in London, Zagreb, or Singapore definitely swing by the launch parties and get first dibs on the book.
London:
31st Oct, 6:30-9:30pm
Maverick Showroom, 68-72 Redchurch Street, London E2 7DP
london@bunchdesign.com
Zagreb:
11th Nov 2008, 8-10pm
Galerija Karas, Praska 4
10 000 Zagreb
zagreb@bunchdesign.com
Singapore: TBA
YWFT is celebrating their new site and 6th anniversary on Saturday, Nov 8th at Clubhouse Jager. Music, dranks, and free giveaways!
come make magnets with the magnet mafia and aiga tonight!! 1330 27th street… 7-10 pm. $5 at the door. learn to stencil, wheatpaste, collage, and other stuff. see you there!
Check out the feature on our man Mike Graves over at Denver Syntax.
Halloween Party at INDYINK - costumes recommended, pumpkin carving contest, candy - and BEER. Yes, tasty BEER.
The Rake interviews Jamey Erickson of Sevnthsin.
A City Renewal Project. Opens November 7, 2008 in Toronto, Canada. This is a collaborative street art installation between Specter and Fauxreel, recreating a decayed neighborhood inside a 4000 sq/ft warehouse space. More info at City Renewal Project
Dan Funderburgh has teamed up with the masterminds at Animal New York and Geekhouse Bikes to create artwork for a Barack track bike. The frame is hand built and the patterns are sublimated onto the frame. The bike is for up on auction on ebay, with all proceeds going to the Obama campaign. Bid on it now. More photos here.
Wes Winship of Burlesque does Obama. Poster will be available soon at Upper Playground, adding to their growing collection of Obamanalia. Keep your eyes peeled for it’s drop. Nice work Wes!
Artism-Art for Autism, is a book aimed to raise money for The National Autistic Society. Artism is currently seeking submissions until Oct 30th. More info here.
COPE2 @ Broken Bread Arts
October 3rd, 2008
Broken Bread Arts is breaking ground by introducing the legendary Bronx bomber and original subway graffiti art artist COPE2 for his first appearance in the Mile High City. COPE2 brings with him new work and creative pieces inspired by the graffiti art which has brought him international acclaim.
Hyland and Malia, with RELOAD, will be hosting their first show in Amsterdam this October! Evan Hecox will be having his solo debut in Amsterdam at local gallery Chiellerie on October 24th. If you have a chance to swing by, give the Mathers a hi-five with love from all those they left behind.
SOPHIE HENSON....
Toshiba Timecapsule Ad! See behind the scenes here.
OrangeMochaFrapachino
Kid Onion by Easy Hey
JUST FOR THE LADIES...
Felt Beard!!! by I Made You a Beard
Everyone should know about NOFERIN
Buck: NY/LA Short Films
I just like the site. Noncollective
AMAZING! WORST TATTOOS EVER!!!!!
Great Interview w/ Lefavor on ObamaArtReport
cypher13.com - FEATURED!!!
China Channel for Firefox!
Zuriick makes great shoes.
