Something In The Water
Brooke Fraser a New Zealand artist returns with an amazing song. I can't wait for the album to come.
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The Land Of Giants
Making only minor alterations to well established steel-framed tower design, we have created a series of towers that are powerful, solemn and variable. These iconic pylon-figures will become monuments in the landscape. Seeing the pylon-figures will become an unforgettable experience, elevating the towers to something more than merely a functional design of necessity. Via choishine.com
THE INCIDENT!
Really, really cool iPhone game that took me way back. The game seems to be making waves and you can buy it for US $1.99 here.
Kanye West And Power
Kanye wants to think of himself as the voice of this generation. Power video or "painting" as he claims is out and it reminds me a lot of the legendary Michael Jackson era. Never the less this video is stunning.
Granny O'Grimm's Sleeping Beauty
Granny O'Grimm's Sleeping Beauty from Darragh O'Connell on Vimeo.
Full Oscar-shortlisted film of 'Granny O'Grimm', directed by Nicky Phelan, produced by myself, and written/voiced by Kathleen O'Rourke. Shortlisted for the 2010 Oscar for Best Animated Short Film! Via grannyogrimm.com
Tattood Leogo
Tue, Aug 3 2010 01:28
| Advertising, Design
Inspiration: Intricate Beauty By Design
Sun, Aug 1 2010 03:33
| Video, Inspiration, Design
New Website Is Up
Sun, Jul 18 2010 03:09
| Photography, Design
I know I've been vey slow with my updates due to a lot of changes in the last couple of months. Here is the all new Eruptive Element design refresh for now. and also my new photograpy collection Beach of Sorrow. Hopefully the blog updates will be back in full force again soon. Stay tuned.
More Photography
Sat, Jun 12 2010 12:37
| Photography, Design
More photography have been added taken at the Auckland Harbor City at night. View the whole collection here.
Photography Page Updated
Mon, May 31 2010 11:47
| Photography, Design
Hey all, I have been busy with the move, work and other things hence the slow blog updates. I'd like to announce my new collection of photography titled Melbourne Seaside. Hope you guys like it. More will be added soon, but for now please take sometime and have a look at the collection here.
Inspiration: I lived On The Moon
Sun, May 16 2010 11:15
| Video, Inspiration, Design
The Vader Project
"This summer, The Vader Project launches the final chapter of its four-year art odyssey. The iconic collection features 100 Darth Vader Helmets re-imagined by today’s most notable artists. Completing its epic world tour, The Vader Project returns to Los Angeles in June for a special ten-day exhibition in Hollywood as a preview to the upcoming Freeman’s Auction in Philadelphia" Via thevaderproject.com
Melbourne's World Class Stadium
Sun, May 9 2010 01:13
| Photography, Architecture, Design
Aami Park Rugby League stadium officially opened its doors to kick off a great game between NZ and Kangaroos. The world class stadium is located in Melbourne, Australia's sports and culture capital. It features a bio frame design which the exterior of the stadium is also covered in thousands of LED lights to be programmed to display a variety of patterns and images. The stadium holds 31,000 fans and is upgradable to 55,000 in future plans. More pics and video after the break.
The Obama Figurine
Wed, Apr 28 2010 09:59
| Design
Hot Toys toy maker has created an look alike figurine of the president Obama. On sale via bigbadtoystore.com
The Dubai Fountain - Baba Yetu
Wed, Apr 28 2010 09:53
| Video, Architecture, Design
Bright Thinking: My New Illustration
Thu, Apr 22 2010 07:50
| Design
A new illustration has been finished and is put up. Have a look at the full artwork here.
My Work On Semi-Permanent
Thu, Apr 15 2010 09:36
| Design
I am so delighted that one of my pieces of work got featured on the Semi-Permanent design book for 2010. The book is selling out fast and features amazing and inspiring work of designers from around the globe. Get your copy here designiskinky.bigcartel.com
Inspiration: Barry McGee
Thu, Apr 15 2010 09:24
| Video, Art, Inspiration, Design
Nike Chase: Director’s Cut Video
Thu, Apr 15 2010 09:23
| Advertising, Video, Art, Design
Originally created as part of a campaign for Nike Japan with AKQA San Francisco, this is our director's cut of the ad.
Opera For iPhone
After the release of Opera browser for the iPhone on April 13th, it instantly became the number one free downloaded app in every country. It's definitely worth the hype. Get it here.
Coca-Cola 'Avatar'
Mon, Apr 5 2010 09:51
| Advertising, Video, Design
Immersed in our digital lives, we sometimes miss the opportunity to connect with people in the real world. Coca-Cola is the catalyst for a non-virtual connection.
Inspiration: A Love Letter For You
Sun, Apr 4 2010 10:13
| Video, Art, Inspiration, Design
75 Years Of Fox
Sun, Apr 4 2010 09:59
| Advertising, Art, Movie, Culture, Design
For its 75th anniversary, 20th Century Fox is releasing its famous films throughout the year. These releases will include limited edition anniversary posters. Via fox75th.com
Karl Lagerfeld Coca-Cola Light Bottle
Sun, Apr 4 2010 09:53
| Advertising, Fashion, Design
"Coca-Coca Light the Lagerfeld way! This favorite drink of women has called upon the genius of Karl Lagerfeld to dress the Coca-Cola light aluminum bottle. The designer affixes his style and his famous silhouette on the bottle and delivers an exclusive creation with chic lines and also a unique box in limited edition, accompanied with a bottle-opener discreetly hidden in a drawer. The Coca-Cola light box by Karl Lagerfeld is the must-have of the season! On preview from April 24th!" Via colette.fr
We're All Babies Inside
Sun, Apr 4 2010 09:46
| Advertising, Humour, Design
Evian water is taking their babies campaign further with a set of complementary print ads.
iCade
An awesome piece of accsorie for the iPad to play your favourate archade games. This takes me waaaaay back. Via thinkgeek.com
Ethav: Sleep
Music video for London based singer-songwriter Ethav and Directed by: Domestic Infelicity (Sarolta Szabo, Tibor Banoczki).
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World Trailer
Have not heard of the movie before today. I am not sure if I totally love it, but it does look good.
RSS Feed Is Live
Mon, Mar 29 2010 09:12
| Design
For all those who like to subscribe to the RSS feed. Here is a little something for you :-)
Golden Food
Now you can stain your tomatoes, chips, and whatever food you crave in gold with the "Esslack Food Spray". Using these fresh spray cans full of edible silver and gold paint, your food is transformed from boring to bling in seconds. Via the Deli Garage.
Inspiration: Mark Dean Veca
Sun, Mar 21 2010 07:16
| Video, Art, Inspiration, Design
Megamind Teaser
Dreamworks reveals "Megamind" movie teaser due this November. I cant judge what the movie would be like, but they seem to have a bunch of comedy acts thats getting me excited.
Lady Gaga Barbie Dolls
Designer Lu Wei Kang, from Beijing, has spent months recreating Lady Gaga's wardrobe in miniature for his Barbie doll collection. The 29-year-old, from Beijing, China, now hopes to mass produce the clothes and sell them worldwide. Via telegraph.co.uk
Eye Candy For Sony Bravia
Sat, Mar 20 2010 07:45
| Advertising, Video, Design
Dagerous Hands
Fri, Mar 19 2010 07:06
| Advertising, Design
Advertising Agency: Agência Matriz, Porto Alegre, Brazil
Creative Directors: Roberto Philomena, Telmo Ramos
Art Directors: Jorge Appio, Paulo Moraes
Copywriter: Magali Moraes
Illustrator: Fescher Neoilustração
Photographer: Raul Krebs
Published: March 2010
Braille Rubiks Cube
Fri, Mar 19 2010 07:00
| Design
Blue Eyed Universe
A team of explorers embark on a mission in deep space, travelling through areas no man has been before. Animated music video for Fictionist's "Blue Eyed Universe" off their 2010 album "Lasting Echo" Directed and Animated by Eric Power of Clear Productions.
Inspiration: Instrumental Video Nine
Mon, Mar 15 2010 09:30
| Music, Video, Humour, Inspiration, Design
Jurassic Time
"The Jurassic Tourbillon, whose dial contains fragments of authentic fossilised dinosaur bones, takes us on a journey into the past, around 130 million years ago. Qualified as exceptional by experts, the colour and veining of these precious witnesses to our past underwent a meticulous process of preservation. A veritable initiatory exploration, this first piece of a limited series of 12 watches comes in a time-travelling case: the Time Explorator. This “treasure chest of origins” features an “engine-room” comprising counters, handles, levers, gear-trains and pipes in copper and brass. Made of acajou, the Time Explorator is three metres long and two metres high. Its nine windows, which represent the key dates in the history of man, are an invitation to make unexpected discoveries." Via www.swisstime.ch
New Toys!
Sat, Mar 13 2010 11:31
| Design
Pixar unveils new toys coming to Toy Story 3 featuring a poster for some of the new characters in the movie. I think this is beginning to tickle the kid inside of me and I cant wait to play. Checkout more posters after the cut.
Broken Bells
Amazing website design for The Broken Bells band. Each planet represents a mix of the letters in "broken bells" and plays a diffrent song.
The House Of Cards
"An American architect has broken his own Guinness World Record by building the largest house of free-standing playing cards. Bryan Berg used 218,792 cards to create a replica of the Venetian Macau, which is on display in its namesake luxury hotel and casino. Berg took 44 days and 4,051 decks of cards to complete his model inside the Venetian, which sits at the heart of Macau's Cotai Strip, the China-ruled city's version of Las Vegas' neon alley" Via www.dailymail.co.uk
Ikea Subway
Fri, Mar 12 2010 09:08
| Advertising, Design
Telephone!
This video reminds me of Pulp Fiction for some reason. Lady Gaga and Beyonce did a good job on the video.
Inspiration: Marc Da Chunha
Thu, Mar 4 2010 09:43
| Photography, Inspiration, Design
Truly breath taking photography/photoshop work comes from the talented Marc Da Chunha.
Lamb Art
Created from personally selected mineral formations, each is a tantalizing work of sculpture. Truly beautiful art that would dimention and personality to your room. Via brendahouston.com
Stylo By Gorillaz
The Gorillaz are back with a new album titled Plastic Beach. Here is the first single Stylo of the album featuring Bruce Willis.
Out Of A Forest
Stop Motion on location / greenscreen
Directed by: Tobias Gundorff Boesen
Animation by: Katrine Kiilerich, Frederik Villumsen, Christophe Peladan, Tobias Gundorff Boesen
2010 The Animation Workshop
Real Life Buzz
Ever wondered what would Buzz Lightyear look life if he was a real person? Via Raoni Nery.
DanseDance
"We want to imagine a place where objects could live and move, harmoniously, and of their own accord. Without interfering with each other these objects would bounce, roll, turn and cross each other’s paths. This experiment is about re-discovering our daily surroundings" Via director jvallee.com
Glow In The Dark
Ever wanted to do your business in the middle of night without waking the whole household up. Now you can with this £4.99 glow in the dark toilet paper. The amount of light it gets will determine how long it glows for. Via iwantoneofthose.com
The Story Continues
A new trailer was released of the highly anticipated Pixar movie Toy Story 3. To be honest, when the project was first announced I was a bit skeptical knowing how hard Disney pushed for movies 2 and 3 to be made. Having said that, this trailer got me excited back again. Hope the movie lives up to the hype.
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Amazing!
This is so true and yet we need someone to spell the beans for us to realize it. More info in the sold out T-Shirt via goodhoodstore.com
Typography Sex
Sun, Feb 14 2010 10:06
| Advertising, Design
A creative new campaign from Durex showcases the craft of typography when employed correctly.
Nuit Blanche
Nuit Blanche explores a fleeting moment between two strangers, revealing their brief connection in a hyper real fantasy. A truly moving and fantastic short film. You can also watch the making of after the cut. Via spyfilms.com
Better Together
Sat, Feb 13 2010 10:56
| Advertising, Video, Design
Don’t Break My Heart!
This gorgeous piece is a fusion of color and creativity. Inspired by the many emotions of the heart, the Ventricle Vase intertwines passionate purple, loving red, ranges of moody blue, and pure white to create an artistic expression that is as complex and compelling as the human spirit itself. Made of glass – a material that is both delicate and enduring. Designed by eva milinkovic via tsunamiglassworks.com
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Splitting The Atom
Massive Attack return with the first single of the new album Heligoland.
Video Director : Edouard Salier
Commissioner : Svana Gisla
Production : Scream Park, Paris
Executive Producer : Anne Lifshitz
Post Production : Digital District
Post producer : David Danesi
CGI: Jean Lamoureux, Rémi Gamiette, Kevin Monthureux, Jimmy Cavé
Art & Compositing : Julien Michel, Xavier Reyé.
Flame: Christophe Richard
Robonaut 2
The new R2 is NASA's and GM's love child. The new humanoid robot capable of working side by side with people. Using leading edge control, sensor and vision technologies, future robots could assist astronauts during hazardous space missions and help GM build safer cars and plants. Via robonaut.jsc.nasa.gov
Wacom’s Intuos4 Goes Wireless
The medium sized Intuos4 tablet measures 14.3" x 10.0" x 0.6" (363mm x 253mm x 15 mm) with 40 square inches of working area. The unit weighs 2.2 lb (1kg) with the battery, which is recharged via USB. It is Mac and PC compatible. Wacom plans to begin shipping the Intuos4 Wireless in the US and Canada in late February/early March with a price of US$399. It is scheduled for launch in Mexico and other Latin American countries in subsequent months. Release details for other markets are yet to be announced.
Peugeot Alchemy
Tue, Feb 2 2010 08:18
| Advertising, Video, Design
Ad directed by Michael Gracey (Partizan Midi Minuit)
Visual Effects by Mikros Image
Agency : BETC EURO RSCG
Pappeltalks
Interactive CD cover designed by HUBERO KORORO that leaks ink when you open it. Very clever.
Apple iPad
Thu, Jan 28 2010 09:01
| Design
In the world of iThings the latest addition is the long awaited iPad. Released today, the Apple iPad is designed to be used for email, web browsing, photos, video, music, games, iWork and eBooks. The iPad uses the iPhone OS 3.2, so it can also run most current iPhone apps. It features a 9.7-inch Multi-Touch screen, on screen keyboard, WiFi. Bluetooth 2.1, 16-64GBs of storage, and a 10 hours of battery life. The iPad is also available in a 3G version. Personally I think of this as a gigantic iPod Touch that can also be used as a digital photo frame. It doesn't fit everyone's lifestyle for that matter but it's really cool and "magical" like everything else Apple does. Watch the product video here.
Helvetica Cookies
The world of design love is endless. Make Helvetica cookies with these aluminum and acrylic cutters. Via beverlyhsu.com
Les Dangereux
A vacationing ninja finds true love, but it's much more than he expected. Via lesdangereux.com
Givenchy Spring / Summer 2010 Sneakers
French design house Givenchy has released some images of the sneakers for its upcoming spring / summer 2010 collection. There are two patterns in the collection, the ultra-high top boot and the low cut pieces, with each shoe given treatments in white leather, black leather, and gold lame. This release is sure to be a hit on the runway and with the crowds.
M83 - We Own the Sky
Directed by David Altobelli
Motion Design by Dan Norton
Additional VFX by Matt Divito
Inspiration: The Beautiful Random Pt.2
Sun, Jan 17 2010 01:14
| Video, Inspiration, Design
Last year I made a post about how randomness can be beautiful specially in motion graphics or otherwise. Have a look at this collection of videos and to recap you can also look at last year's collection here.
Pantone Chairs
Sat, Jan 16 2010 11:11
| Design
New Work Is Up!
Wed, Jan 13 2010 09:30
| Design
Oh boy, it has been an exhausting 2009. This piece of work has been in development since mid last year. I have finally decided to put it out there so I can move on to new projects. Check it out in full here.
Inspiration: +Dgreg
Wed, Jan 13 2010 09:06
| Video, Inspiration, Design
You Look Familiar
The official Music video for "You Look Familiar" by Team William. Directed and designed by: Michélé De Feudis & Joris Bergmans Animation.
Head Over Wheels
Jérôme Coste, the Creative Director behind Les Ateliers Ruby, teamed up with the fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld to create the eccentrically chic and impeccably crafted collector’s headgear in editions of merely twelve. This new fashionable take on the classic Pavillon Helmet introduced us to an impressive number of four versions which premiered at the Karl Lagerfeld Autumn/Winter 2009/2010 collection. Via ateliersruby.com
Soldier Of Love
After 10 years absence from the music scene the band Sade returns with the beautifully illustrated music video and first single Soldier Of Love which to be followed by the album of the same title later this year. Check it out.
CRYSTALLIZED!
Swarovski “CRYSTALLIZED Meets 12 Tokyo Brands”: visvim series. The project bedazzles a host of Visvim apparel in hundreds of coloured Swarovski rhinestones. there is potential future releases and exhibition. Via cadmusfamily.com
Birth Of An AVATAR
"After watching James Cameron's AVATAR, I really wanted to have an avatar of my own. :o) Here is the result, after fooling around in photoshop for a couple of hours." Via vplusa.dk
Inspiration: Hiroshi Sugimoto
Wed, Jan 6 2010 06:53
| Photography, Art, Inspiration, Design
Japanese photographer Hiroshi Sugimoto has always used his camera to explore unseen phenomena. His latest project, called Lightning Fields, the award-winning photographer traded optics for electricity. He wields a Van de Graaf generator to send up to 400,000 volts through film to a metal table. The resulting fractal branching, subtle feathering, and furry whorls call to mind vascular systems, geologic features, and trees. Although some of the effects happen by chance, the artist does try to exercise control. “I have a kitchen’s worth of utensils that produce sparks with different characteristics,” he says. “But there are many variables — weather, humidity, perhaps even what I had for breakfast — I’m never sure what influences the results.”
Burj Dubai Opens!
Mon, Jan 4 2010 07:51
| Architecture, Design
The grand opening of Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building, is set for January 4th 2010. The exact length of Burj Dubai stands a secret only known by a select few. Emaar Properties PJSC will only disclose that it's more than 2,625 feet (800 meters) tall. Because of the buildings massive height, it had to be equipped with some of the fastest elevators in the world which travel at 25mph. Amazing!
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Winning Design Of Curved Solid Wood Plank Flooring
Mon, Jan 4 2010 07:35
| Design
Such a nice change from the normal linear wood planks and flooring you see. Recipient of the 2009 Red Dot Design Award for product design, Germany-based Waldilla makes subtly curved solid wood flooring available in Oak, Fumed Oak, Birch, Sycamore Maple, or American Cherry.
Heart Umbrella
Mon, Jan 4 2010 05:22
| Design
A New Dawn
Thu, Dec 31 2009 07:36
| Photography, Freebies, Design
Worlds Smallest Snowman
While the creation, once magnified in a blue light, looks like the product of a child's imagination, it was put together using hi-tech gadgetry.Made of two tiny tin beads usually used to calibrate electron microscope lenses, the snowman was built by the National Physical Laboratory.Via dailymail.co.uk
Peanut Butter Maker
Ever wondered how peanut butter is made? In a nutshell (boom-boom!), thousands of squirrels are forced to gather nuts and crack them open with little hammers before chucking them in a gargantuan blender powered by chimps, who trundle away 24/7 on treadmills whilst elephant commandants crack the whip. All right, so that’s not entirely true. On sale via firebox.com
Haoshi X RING
Japanse Haoshi Design Studio has just released some interesting rings. The rings, all in silver come with different white head pieces. The shapes include a dear head, a rabbit head, a bear head, a sheep head, and plenty more. Available to buy online via hoashi.
Designer Ice Cream
Thu, Dec 10 2009 08:49
| Advertising, Design
Advertising Agency: Colenso BBDO, Auckland, New Zealand
Executive Creative Director: Nick Worthington
Creative Director: Steve Cochran
Art Director: Emmanuel Bougneres
Retoucher / Photographer: Charles Howells
Agency Producer: Gabrielle Buckle
Account manager: Angela Vance
Inspiration: Alberto Grillasca
Thu, Dec 10 2009 08:36
| Art, Inspiration, Design
Mexican artist Alberto Grillasca digs deep into his roots with the Seres Chulos portraits. Utilizing an ancient form of dot painting, used originally as a way of telling and recording Aboriginal ritual practices, Grillasca breathes new life in to the tradition by putting together a series of colored and non colored sketch like portraits and body pieces consisting entirely of dots. Via behance.net
Iron Man 2
Thu, Dec 3 2009 12:00
| Design
Iron Man 2 official poster artwork revealed. Comming soon via ironmanmovie.marvel.com
NZ Book Council - Going West
Wed, Dec 2 2009 10:16
| Advertising, Video, Design
Inspiration: Design Story of the Lexus LF-Ch concept car
Wed, Dec 2 2009 09:53
| Video, Inspiration, Design
The Business Polo
Don’t end up in the friend zone! Subtly display the Big Richard Logo and just watch what happens. You don’t need a stupid pickup line with Dom’s of Hollywood in your corner. Just sport this shirt and become the life of the party. Via domsofhollywood.com
Customize Your Voice
Bored of your voice? Take your pick from a choice of 17 new ones! With Voices, you can record a quick voice memo as various characters, then share the best ones through the app with your friends and family with just a couple taps. Via macheist.com
Myer Store Redevelopment
Sun, Nov 22 2009 11:14
| Architecture, Design
NH Architecture has been appointed for the redevelopment of the Myer Bourke and Lonsdale Street stores. The proposal consists of the redesign of the Myer flagship store with a new development north of Little Bourke Street consisting of a number of buildings around a network of public lanes. This proposal offers a vision driven to increase area to the Bourke Street address, an upgrade that can set new standards in department stores, environmentally sustainable initiatives, and an architectural achievement that adds to Melbourne’s design accomplishments. The project is located in Melbourne and expected to finish at the end of this year.
FLAIRS - TRUCKERS DELIGHT
"Truckers Delight animated video clip directed by newcomer wunderkid Jérémie Périn who takes the song's title (a tribute to those little pleasures that the lonely truck- driver indulges himself in) and takes it to the next level. Think Spielberg's Duel + Russ Meyer's Faster Pussycat Kill Kill! and Marc Dorcel's wildest fantasies. All warped into an 8-bit Sega era style graphic. And this clumsy and somehow pretentious description doesn't even come close to what you're about to see: it's très funny,très dirty, -très sexy. Très Flairs indeed"
Honda Accord Crosstour "Instruments"
Thu, Nov 19 2009 08:05
| Advertising, Video, Design
Pigeon: Impossible
Really good short movie. I wish they had made a full feature out of it. Via pigeonimpossible.com
Human Jewelry
All are handmade in Melbourne, with sterling silver. Artist Polly van der Glas makes these human hair and human teeth accessories from locally donated teeth and hair or sourced from India and China. Thats just creepy, but artful.
The Bravery: Slow Poison
What happens when the Universe is revealed to you in a single moment, filling you with love, desire, hope, fear, despair, longing, and complete joy? When the full range of human emotion is suddenly conveyed, then gone just as quickly… With a four week production schedule and a love song of sorts, Buck travelled back in time to the late seventies and joined a cult of psychonauts to make a video about alien panther love, ontology, and inter-dimensional space travel. Video created by Buck for The Bravery.
LUIS
A very interesting short film that is quite creepy and unusual in its animation style.
Super Mario Bros: Super Skills Trailer
For all game heads like myself the game releases mid November on the Wii platform just in time for your xmas shopping season.
Creative Rubbish Bags
For only £10.00 you can make the boring chore of taking out the rubbish more artistic! Brighten your day and bring a little happiness to your streets on collection day. They come in 2 flavours Goldfish Bin Bags or Christmas Pudding. Via suck.uk.com
Inspiration: Gabriel Wickbold
Sun, Nov 15 2009 07:35
| Photography, Inspiration, Design
I think this is some of the most out of the box inspiring photography I've seen to date. Truley amazing work that you cant miss. Via Gabriel Wickbold.
Basement Jaxx: My Turn
This is the new music video from Basement Jaxx featuring Lightspeed Champion. Tomek Ducki directed the new musc video ”My Turn” from their new album Scars.
Café Germain
Sat, Nov 14 2009 02:26
| Architecture, Art, Design
Previously being the well-known restaurant of the 80’s L’Arbuci, the café Germain offers today to its customers a mix of different elements and influences both in terms of its atmosphere and cuisine. The restaurant is spread into two floors whereas each of them serves a different function. Photos via Derek Hudson. Images Courtesy of Germain, Paris.
Vegetables Are All Your Body Needs
Sat, Nov 14 2009 02:03
| Advertising, Design
Advertising Agency: JWT Kuwait
Creative Directors: Alessandro Antonini, Mark Makhoul
Photographer: Tommy Morris
Retoucher: Nabil Kamara
Published: August 2009
Honda EV-N Concept
The all electric plug-in car, was showcased at the 41st Tokyo Motor Show 2009. The EV-N is a two door battery powered car that inspired by the past. The retro looks with really simple but details design make this car adorable and well suited for the crowded city. Via sawfnews.com
Louis Vuitton Journeys Awards - Aurore
Sun, Nov 8 2009 10:24
| Advertising, Video, Fashion, Art, Design
A man travels through his senses, and through the other's body, discovers his own.
Prince Of Persia
A first look at this visually rich movie. I cant wait to see the full release. I remember my first exposure to the franchise was on the Apple II computer back in 1989.
Updates/New Work
Fri, Oct 30 2009 09:25
| Design
Just to keep you all on the loop. I have been real busy with a project I picked up more than 2 weeks ago, hence the slow blog updates. The concept art went to the client today, and hopefully I'll hear back by next week sometime. Meanwhile, here is a sneak peak of whats to come and my blog updates will be back in full force as of tommorow. Enjoy the weekend :-)
NIKEiD App for iPhone And iPod Touch
Sun, Oct 25 2009 11:14
| Design
Introducing the new NIKEiD App from the App Store, tapping into inspiration anywhere, anytime and putting millions of designs right at your fingertips using iPhone and iPod touch. NikeiD App delivers the power of product customization right into your hands allowing you to transform Nike product on the go, inspired by anything you see. Via App Store.
Cookie Cup!
Sun, Oct 25 2009 11:04
| Advertising, Design
Venezuelan designer Enrique Luis Sardi has teamed up with Italian coffee company Lavazza to create a master piece of green design: Cookie cup.
The Future Of Packaging
Sun, Oct 25 2009 10:52
| Design
A revolutionary new bag that simply dissolves in hot water comes from the November issue of Creative Review magazine.
Acrylic Lexus
Transparent Lexus LFA made entirely for acrylic was presented at this years Tokyo Motor Show. Via autoblog.com
Inspiration: Jon Cattapan
Mon, Oct 19 2009 10:21
| Art, Inspiration, Design
A Tree Becomes A Book Becomes A Tree
Mon, Oct 19 2009 10:00
| Design
Where The Wild Things Are?
Fri, Oct 16 2009 09:05
| Design
Inspiration: MILTON GLASER DRAWS |||amp; LECTURES
Thu, Oct 15 2009 06:46
| Video, Inspiration, Design
Marge Simpson Poses For Playboy
Wed, Oct 14 2009 08:27
| Design
Marge Simpson will grace the cover of the November issue to celebrate the Simpson’s 25th anniversary, marking the first time a cartoon character has done so. Via Playboy.com
The White Cashmere Collection 2009
Wed, Oct 14 2009 08:19
| Advertising, Video, Fashion, Design
Photoshop.com For iPhone Released
Sun, Oct 11 2009 07:36
| Photography, Design
Feed The Hungry
Wed, Oct 7 2009 07:38
| Advertising, Design
Donate a barcode. Feed the hungry.
Belgian Federation of Food Banks
The week of Foodbanks. 15-21 October 2009.
Ask for a barcode folder in your local supermarket.
Advertising Agency: Germaine, Antwerp, Belgium
Creative Director: Dirk Domen
3D-Designer: Rizon Parein
Creatives: Jef Boes & Pieter Claeys
Sound designer: Thomas 'Matik' Houthave
Account: Jan Boschmans
The Sphere Hotel
Mon, Oct 5 2009 08:29
| Architecture, Design
The Sphere Hotel will be located, you guessed it, between Dubai and Abu Dhabi of the UAE. Its about 300 meters from the beach and will be built on an artificial island. Designed by Milla Rezanova. Visitors will be transported in a helicopter as the hotel is located on a cliff. There will be about 200 rooms, entertainment areas, conference rooms and boutiques. This unique design should relax and promote a healthy and comfortable rest.
Inspiration: Design For Life
Thu, Oct 1 2009 03:46
| Video, Inspiration, Design
A new series starting on BBC to find the best designer led by one of the world's top designers Philippe Starck who created a bundle of successful products and furniture. The winner of the show will get a 6 month placement to wortk with Starck at his studio in Paris.
Animals With Personality
Wed, Sep 30 2009 10:23
| Design
A company called Takkoda has produced a calendar of pets made to look like rock stars. Real pets were photographed in their own homes to capture their natural expressions and then they were "dressed up" digitally to look like stars such as Amy Winehouse. Via telegraph.co.uk
Inspiration: Julia Brudere
Wed, Sep 30 2009 09:54
| Inspiration, Design
You've gotta love these illustrations by the very talented illustrater Julia Brudere.
The Young Hitler
Wed, Sep 30 2009 09:51
| Advertising, Design
Nike Free Run Supernatural Animated Video
Wed, Sep 30 2009 09:43
| Advertising, Video, Design
myPANTONE For iPhone And iPod Touch
Wed, Sep 30 2009 09:36
| Design
Who says you can’t take it with you? Not Pantone. Now with the myPANTONE for iPhone and iPod Touch app you have access to a variety of PANTONE® color libraries and the ability to build color palettes and share them with colleagues and clients. myPANTONE offers graphic, web, fashion and apparel designers a way to take PANTONE colors with you wherever you go. Can’t remember what a color looks like, now you can have Portable Color Memory™. Via pantone.com
The Friendship Bridge
Tue, Sep 29 2009 09:25
| Architecture, Design
The Qatar-Bahrain Friendship Causeway, a 40km long marine causeway featuring a 22km bridge and 18km embankments connecting the west coast of Qatar to the east coast of Bahrain, is scheduled to begin construction in 2010. The $3 billion project was originally scheduled to begin last year in May 2008, however in a statement from Bahrain's Works Minister Fahmi al-Jowder the new deadline was announced. "Work on the project will start in 2010 and it is expected to take four-and-a-half years to complete." When completed, the causeway will be the longest in the world and will also boast a 13 metre wide railroad bridge. Travel time from Qatar to Bahrain by car is expected to be reduced from four-and-a-half hours to around 30 minutes. Via menainfra.com
Solar Powered Tree
Tue, Sep 29 2009 09:21
| Architecture, Design
Imagine an outsize parasol planted in an African village. By day, it offers shelter from the sun: by night, it sheds light for the local community using the energy collected in solar cells embedded in its canopy. It's clever, it explores a new role for textiles, and it shows concern for the planet. In short: an eco-friendly solution to a pernicious modern problem. Via loop.ph
Lilly Allen For Chanel
Tue, Sep 29 2009 09:05
| Photography, Advertising, Fashion, Design
For Fall Winter 2009/10, CHANEL is introducing the COCO COCOON COLLECTION. The new line of casual sleek handbags and accessories in washed lambskin or nylon. Reversible tote bags and handbags, that when turned inside out reveal the signature quilted CHANEL pattern. The line also includes some fabulous travel bags.Karl Lagerfeld chose to work with Lilly Allen to launch the campaign and although the collection. The Collection launches October 3rd. Via chanelcocococoon.com
Bloody Hell!
Mon, Sep 28 2009 08:09
| Design
Blood Energy Potion: the world's first synthetic blood beverage. The fruit punch flavor packs 4 hours of energy along with iron, protein, and electrolytes. Not only does Blood Energy Potion have a similar nutritional makeup to real blood, but it has the same color, look, and consistency of blood. Get real blood nutrients without that real blood taste! The re-sealable transfusion bag style pouch provides the convenient delivery of fluids for vampires and humans alike! Contains no real blood, just synthetic! Via urban-collector.com
Glassdeco: The Mosaic Company
Sun, Sep 27 2009 11:16
| Design
The Green Apple
Sun, Sep 27 2009 10:48
| Design
Plenty of IT companies wave "the greenest company on the planet" flag at us. Apple have recently updated its Website to reveal in great detail exactly where its greenhouse emissions come from providing information about the the environmental impacts of its products. The website also details where and how can you recycle your old Apple products. A very informative read, check it out here.
Digital Wallpaper
Every once in a while we get to see a creative, well excuted idea like this. Via strukt.com
Nestea Face
Wed, Sep 23 2009 07:29
| Advertising, Design
Advertising Agency: Publicis Venezuela
Creative Directors: Douglas Rios, Eduardo Capuano, Demian Campos
Creatives: Demian Campos, Jose bajares, Manuel Fleitas, Prato Maru
Attendance: Dougmary Esquirajosa
Planning: Julio Grande
Photography: Harold Gonzalez
Inspiration: Dan Robin Smith
Tue, Sep 22 2009 07:31
| Photography, Advertising, Inspiration, Design
Truly amazing work that required a lot of patience. Via Dan Robin Smith which one of his most recent work include Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 album cover.
Obscura CueLight
For only $200,000! you also can njoy this high tech pool table. Currently you can find it at Esquire's ultimate bachelor pad in NYC.
Coca Cola Cans
Tue, Sep 22 2009 06:48
| Design
A crazy cool concept design created by samaldesign.com via a process called impact extrusion, a process where an aluminum slug (solid piece of metal) is pressed at a high velocity with extreme force into a die/mold by a punch.
The Art Of Max Payne 3
The gameplay has obviously developed and Max Payne has matured into this steroid head outlaw looking charachter. As a big fan of the first 2 games I cant say I am overly excited for this as the third installment of the Max Payne game franchise but maybe as a new game on its own. The game looks like it has an entire new atomosphere and mood looking away from the gloomy, dark mysterious world that fans come to love in the first 2 games. We have to wait and see till the game is officially released in winter of 2009. Meanwhile enjoy the teaser and the officilally released art of the game via rockstargames.com
Inspiration: Kazuki Takamatsu
Thu, Sep 17 2009 08:29
| Art, Inspiration, Design
Residential Blocks
Thu, Sep 17 2009 08:20
| Architecture, Design
A complex of apartments in Singapore built on 170.000 m2 of surface, 32 blocks of apartments and eight hectares of ground. Via OMA.
Paper iPhone Dock
A nice and thoughtful design that would save you money. Download the template and start making your own iPhone or iPod Touch dock from dessinemoiunobjet.com
This Is It!
The cover art of the doc-film releaseing in theatres on the 28th of October. Via thisisit-movie.com
Heavy Rain!
Sony just released 25 new amazing and detailed screenshots of in game play for the highly anticipated Heavy Rain title releasing sometime in 2010. Images via vgchartz.com. Here is the E3 2009 trailer of the game.
The Junk Dunk!
Sat, Sep 12 2009 08:44
| Design
The Junk Dunkshoe is one of Gabriel Dishaw's many outdstanding scupltures. Gabriesl says about this piece "I used very little wire and more glue to keep the piece more clean, and less bulky. I also added new details, a hinged tongue and nike logo's on both the tongue and back of the shoe. On previous models I used a real nike sole to build of off. With this piece I started from scratch and build the sole from circuit boards "
Skull Purses
Very daring and innovative purse design comes to us from edgy fashion designer Alexander McQueen.
New Balance NB 999 Feral Creation
Wed, Sep 9 2009 07:10
| Advertising, Video, Design
Crystal Mesh
Mon, Sep 7 2009 08:11
| Video, Architecture, Design
A light and media facade was created for the ILUMA mall building in Singapore, the design had to be effective both during day and night. The project is part of a new development (Urban Entertainment Center) designed by WOHA architects. More pics inside.
Commodore 64 Is Back!
This brings back some memmories, and now you also can have some of your own on your iphone. Via developer c64iphone.com
Inspiration: Popup Calender!
Sat, Sep 5 2009 06:27
| Video, Art, Inspiration, Design
Truly amazing print production crafmanship to produce these calenders. Via faltjahr2010.
Tommorow Starts Today!
Mon, Aug 31 2009 09:26
| Photography, Advertising, Video, Design
BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept. Also Checkout more photos in this post. Via BMW.
Get It Up Adidas!
Mon, Aug 31 2009 09:21
| Advertising, Video, Design
Jeremy Scott’s collection for Adidas directed by Nabil Elderkin. Credit goes to Esau Mwamwaya ft. MIA & Santigold for the song “Get It Up”
The Beatiful Game
Sun, Aug 30 2009 12:09
| Photography, Design
Happy 50th Mini!
Thu, Aug 27 2009 04:34
| Photography, Design
BMW's Mini concept commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of the public debut of Alec Issigonis' original Mini. Via Autoblog.
Snow Leopard Unleashed
Tue, Aug 25 2009 10:23
| Advertising, Video, Design
There is no doubt that my migration to the Mac platform changed the way I think, play, work, and do business. The world's most advanced operating system Mac OS X Snow Leopard hits us August 28th and I cant wait for it. Also check out one of two Mac ads newly released.
Hotel V
Tue, Aug 25 2009 10:00
| Architecture, Design
Studio Off recently re-innovated a 30+ year old office building located in Wanchai, Hong Kong into a beautiful piece of art. The idea was using "roughness as a metaphor" hence the use of mosaic tile to finish off the outside walls.
The Lost Levels
An amazing video by The Lost Levels band called The Early Sheets. The main character escapes the 2D realm into the 3D world.
Clay Art
An interesting 3D illustrations made with a clay like substance. Via Meredith Dittmar.
How It All Began
Science has many amazing stories to tell, this is the first. The Big Bang Briefly.
Royal Tea
Sat, Aug 22 2009 02:12
| Advertising, Design
Take a private hot bath just you and the Queen of England. These amazing tea bag designs
come from the German company donkey-products.
Inspiration: OPRÉ / Twenty120
Wed, Aug 19 2009 07:16
| Video, Inspiration, Design
Thriller Fashion
Mon, Aug 17 2009 07:37
| Photography, Fashion, Art, Design
He is maybe gone, but his influence in fashion, music and art stays forever. A tribute to the King Of Pop via photographer Terry Richardson for Harpers Bazaar Magazine.
Inspiration: Let Yourself Feel
Mon, Aug 17 2009 07:18
| Video, Inspiration, Design
Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture
Wed, Aug 12 2009 07:28
| Advertising, Fashion, Architecture, Art, Design
This book was announced earlier this year. It uncovers Louis Vuitton’s involvement in various sides of art, fashion and architecture. A must have for any Louis Vuitton fan. Checkout my earlier post about this book here.
Handmade Ads
Tue, Aug 11 2009 07:31
| Photography, Advertising, Design
Totally original advertising that is made entirely by hand. Comes from Ogilvy & Mather (Singapore).
In Love And War
Tue, Aug 11 2009 07:22
| Photography, Advertising, Art, Design
Cover and photography concepts for the upcoming Amerie album "In Love & War". A very unusual approach to the boring photography using uninspiring techniques like black and white. I'd like to see this type of thing more often used in promoting music artists. At least the artwork would be highly praised among the design community if the music didn't take off.
Mesmerising!
Mon, Aug 10 2009 10:19
| Advertising, Design
Inspiration: Justin Wood
Thu, Aug 6 2009 08:01
| Art, Inspiration, Design
Definitely a very unique and inspiring illustrations via 3D illustrator Justin Wood.
Inspiration: Staudinger Franke Studio
Tue, Aug 4 2009 05:56
| Photography, Advertising, Inspiration, Design
Amazing work is coming out of Staudinger Franke studio. They are an Austrian photography & advertising agency founded by Robert Staudinger & Andreas Franke. Some of their photoshop work is first class retouching. Make sure to check more of their work here and on their website.
Laser Etched Leaf Business Cards
Fri, Jul 31 2009 07:21
| Advertising, Design
Take a look at this brilliant idea - your message or logo etched right onto a real leaf. The resulting leaves are simple, stunning and forward thinking advertising medium. The best part is that if they are thrown away, there is no adverse effect on the environment. Via Tatil Design.
New Illustration In The Works!
Thu, Jul 30 2009 09:48
| Design
I've been blogging about other artists work for a while now. I felt like I needed to let you guys know that I am working on a more elaborate illustration this time. The preview doesn't do much but I am hoping the final product will live up to the promise :-)
The Wonderful World Of Silicon
Thu, Jul 30 2009 07:49
| Photography, Art, Design
Truly astonishing silicon sculptures come from the artist Sam Jinks. It is quite frightening how detailed the sculptures are and how deep the look and human condition of his work can leave you.
Forza 3
Thu, Jul 30 2009 07:33
| Design
Forza 3 is the name of the game releasing this October in North America for the Xbox 360 platform. It feature the worlds most realistic graphics and driving experience to date. Checkout the rest of photos in the post. Its astonishing work for a game. Via Forzamotorsport.net
The God Phone In Diamonds And Gold
Thu, Jul 30 2009 07:02
| Design
The 24k gold glided phone comes branded with the German company's logo in 18k solid gold and 0.20k in weight of diamonds making the well known Apple logo shine even brighter. If you'd rather buy the phone than save a family in Africa for its entire existence, then there is one in 500 of these limited edition babies for you to buy. Via Sayndesign.
The Fontplore
Fontplore is an interactive application designed for searching and exploring font databases. Fontplore helps you to easily find the right typeface for your project in a collection of several thousands of fonts. It lets you browse, preview, compare and print the fonts you are interested in. And the clou is: It does all that on an interactive table, using tangible objects to navigate and control actions, so the workflow is easy to understand. Also check out the pics in this post. Via fontplore.
Inspiration: Ballpoint Pen Photographs
Sat, Jul 25 2009 12:34
| Art, Inspiration, Design
A truly amazing illustrations made with a single ballpoint pen. Artist Juan Francisco Casas started his work as a joke creating photo like illustrations to fool people into thinking that they were real photos. Today the Spanish artist who resides in Rome, has exhibitions from Chicago to England and sold his amazing 10ft artwork between 1,000 to 5,000 euros a piece. Check out more of his work in this post.
A New Moon For Human Kind
The National Air and Space Museum is displaying precious Apollo mission artifacts for the 40th anniversary of the historic moon landing. On display in Washington DC.
Celebrity Wax
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks in Blackpool unveiled a life-size model of Barack Obama on the promenade of the Lancashire town to promote the latest entry to their 200-strong collection of celebrity lookalikes. Check out some of the celebrities who will be gracing the museum. I have to admit some of these are nothing like their real life siblings. Via Telegraph.co.uk
Kings And Queens Of Dior
A stunning collection of jewelry comes from Dior Joaillerie by the name "Kings and Queens". This diamond studded collection is made out of opal, jade, quartz and obsidian. The design itself symbolizes eternity says designer Victoire de Castellane who came up with the collection "we are moving, but they remain" they were even given evocative names such as Queen of Jadelenie and King Opal.
Thrilling Toy Figures
A new figurines set comes from the amazing toy maker Hot Toys. The release is paying tribute to the King Of Pop, Michael Jackson. This has been in the works even before the tragedy. They will come in a 1/6 scale and the launch is set for December 09 with a suggested price of $250USD. This screams Limited Edition to me. Also check out their release of the MJ mini figurines in this post.
Tianzi Hotel
Wed, Jul 15 2009 09:06
| Architecture, Design
An insane hotel building located in the Hebei Province, China known as Tianzi Hotel "The Improper" Hotel. Also known to have won the Guiness World Record for being the world's biggest building of an image. Via chinavisual.com
In The Deep Blue
Wed, Jul 15 2009 08:58
| Advertising, Design
A creative campain was created by SAATCHI & SAATCHI Denmark for Quicksilver clothing.
Brain Salt And Pepper Shakers
Tue, Jul 14 2009 03:53
| Design
Makes a cool gift for halloween or if your boy/girlfriend is a surgeon. Worth $10USD Via thinkgeek.
Melbourne Recital Centre
Tue, Jul 14 2009 03:43
| Architecture, Design
Inspiration: Thomas Lavezzari
Tue, Jul 14 2009 03:15
| Advertising, Art, Design
Via Italian CGI illustrator and CGI retoucher Thomas Lavezzari. Thomas had over 20 years of experience in the field and some of his work is mind blowing.
The Classics Revisited
A beautiful collation for summer 2010 was put together at the Masculine Fashion Week in Paris by CERRUTI.
Inspiration: Galactic Mail
Mon, Jul 13 2009 07:38
| Video, Inspiration, Design
Origami City: Entirely Crafted From Paper
An origami artist from Japan, Wataru Ito, has spent four years crafting an incredible model city from paper - but now plans to burn it down. The entire piece - which measures 2.4m by 1.8m and is 1m high - has been crafted using only paper, which Wataru stuck together using craft glue, an art knife and holepuncher. Via telegraph.co.uk
Evian Babies
Sat, Jul 11 2009 11:43
| Advertising, Video, Design
A great advertising campaign comes from Evian Water. Check out the rest of videos in this post.
Hello Kitty House
Sat, Jul 11 2009 11:09
| Architecture, Art, Design
The Eternal Moonwalk
A beautiful tribute to Michael Jackson done by this website of people from all over the globe submitting videos of themselves doing the moonwalk which are put together in a continues stream to resemble the endless moonwalk.
The Design Genius of Charles + Ray Eames
Wed, Jul 8 2009 09:45
| Video, Art, Inspiration, Design
No Photos Please!
Here comes a very innovaive design of a bag that fires a stronger flash light upon
detecting a camera flash in the hopes of blocking the paparazzi. Via designer Adam Harvey.
Stardust Studios Reel - June 09
Wed, Jul 8 2009 08:42
| Advertising, Video, Design
A Cool reel put out by Stardust Studios as of June 09. The Website is worth a visit.
MJ World
A collection of images looking into Michael Jackson's world of weird and astonishing
things which are on display to be auctioned in Las Vegas. Images via MSNBC.
MJ To Rest In Gold
The $25,000 14k gold plated solid bronze casket made by Batesville Casket Company
will be Michael Jackson's final home. A true throne made for a true king.
Inspiration: Dangerous Art
Thu, Jul 2 2009 06:50
| Art, Inspiration, Design
One of my own personal admired artists is the painter Mark Ryden which did the album
cover and promotion material for the "Dangerous" album and "In The Closet" single by
Michael Jackson. Mark also had contributed artwok to a number of musicians such as the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Michael Jackson Money
A hypothetical project to redesign the US bill. Many have submitted different designs
and among them were some including the King Of Pop to shed the light on the
relationship between fame and fortune. Via Richardsmith.
Still King!
New Work has been added. Please view the full artwork I made in respect to the legend.
Michael Jackson: 1958-2009
Michael Jackson was one of the most influential figures on our modern culture. Michael still is a huge inspiration to millions of artists, musicians, designers and everyday people. He is a one of a kind and there will never be another. He will be greatly missed and always remembered. Here is my wallpaper design as a commemoration to the great artist.
Wallpaper 1920x1200 + iPhone wallpaper. Download here.
Inspiration: The Art Of Alice
Tue, Jun 23 2009 08:39
| Art, Inspiration, Design
Very inspiring illustrations of Alice In Wonderland via British illustrator Arthur Rackham which
were published in 1907.
Hair Sculptures
Sat, Jun 20 2009 11:46
| Photography, Fashion, Art, Design
Its a Typo
Sat, Jun 20 2009 11:34
| Photography, Fashion, Art, Design
Paper Faces
Thu, Jun 18 2009 03:38
| Photography, Art, Design
No Chewing Gum Please!
The reason bubble gum is pink is because when it was invented, pink was the
only dye left at the manufacturers. Ever since pink stuck as the official colour of the
widely chewed gum. Also good to note that the first ever product to have a bar code
scanned was Wrigley's gum in 1974. Gum has obviously come a long way and
deserves some kind of recognition. Here is a collection of arty goodness made
entirely from the humble bubble gum at the Italian museum Pastifciocerrere.
Human Like
Wed, Jun 17 2009 08:09
| Art, Inspiration, Design
A truly magnificent collection of artwork by French CGI artist Olivier Ponsonnet.
Melon face
Where else but Japan do we get to see all the things weird and wonderful. Here comes a collection of shaped fruit created and patented to a bunch of Japanese students and are sold for a little more than your average melon (about $100 USD a melon). The idea originated that a aquare melon would fit better in the fridge, the down side to this was that the melons weren't too happy about their new shape so they stopped being sweet. The melons are available on sale for decorative purposes here. More picture of other shaped fruit inside...
Its Jell-O time
Wed, Jun 10 2009 07:48
| Design
Designer Rafael Rozendaal has a series of websites that will make you loose track of time.
To have a tase of Jell-O click here.
For more play click here.
Inspiration: Paper art
Wed, Jun 10 2009 07:01
| Humour, Inspiration, Design
The first chocolate bar
The British chocolate company "Fry's Chocolate Factory" which was located in
Bristol, England made the worlds first commercial chocolate bar in 1847. Today the
company is part of Cadbury's Chocolate history after the merge back in 1919.
New work is up!
Mon, Jun 8 2009 07:34
| Design
Been working on this piece for a while between things. Checkout the full art on the
main page. Thanks.
Inspiration
Mon, Jun 8 2009 07:09
| Inspiration, Design
Eat that!
Sun, Jun 7 2009 10:19
| Design
Japanese designer Nobuhiko Arika of Rice-Design created this tableware set for
Orito Cafe in Japan. This set is meant to replace traditional disposable tableware
by eating it when finished. The set is made from hardtach, a biscuit made from flour,
water and salt witch was traditionally used as dry emergency rations at sea. The set
will last for months if kep in dry conditions.
The Nike Swoosh
The Nike swoosh was invented by freelance graphic designer Caroline Davidson while still studying at Portland State University back in 1971. She received $35 for making the swoosh. The first shoe with the swoosh was introduced in 1972. Today this very swoosh is a cultural icon admired and consumed by millions of people and a brand worth billions of dollars.
The Evolution of the Coca-Cola bottle
In 1915 Coca-Cola recognized the need to revamp its famous Contour bottle so it launced a design compitition amog glass manufacturers to come up with a design distinctive enough to be recognized in the dark or if it was broken and shattered. Root Glass Company won the competition by designer Earl R. Dean who sketched the design in pencil. After few design modifications by Dean the timeless Contour Coca-Cola bottle was born. There is only 2 original bottles in existance today. Pictured above with the original sketch...
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The unusual Architecture of Brazilia
Sat, Jun 6 2009 03:29
| Architecture, Art, Design
Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture
Sat, Jun 6 2009 10:20
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