Mar 07
Friday
Spring: Designs that embrace the season
Vase
Spring is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than enjoying some fantastic pieces that reflect the season. Here’s a selection of some of my favorite pieces that encourage full enjoyment of springtime.
Vases
The Thinking of You Vase is by Tord Boontje, no wonder I like it. But a vase made from metal is somewhat untraditional, making it an interesting way to show of your bouquet of spring flowers. You can purchase one at Moss. Continue…
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Post-Communism and Visual Culture
2 responses - Posted 07.24.08
What happens to a country’s visual culture when it moves from Soviet communism to post-Soviet liberalization? A pathbreaking exhibition in the former Soviet Central Asian republic of Kyrgyzstan, Epoxa (‘Epoch’) grapples with this question. It presents the republic’s initial independence years, 1991-2005, under the rule of the country’s first post-independence president, Askar Akaev. The Akaev era was brought ... continue -
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Bristol’s Compass of Mystery Festival
no responses - Posted 07.09.08
Bristol-based cultural events organization, Compass Film takes this year's festival of cinema and arts in a new and mysterious direction… Inhabiting a space at the top of Mivart St. Studios, Easton, Bristol, The Compass of Mystery Festival will transform the venue into a world of creativity, bringing the South-West an exciting month of film, poetry, visual art and theater. Culminating ... continue -
Artistic Baggage
no responses - Posted 06.23.08
Don’t judge a purse by its cover. No, that’s not a typo; we are talking about purses here…and book covers. It should be no surprise that the most well-read city in the nation is home to a designer who managed to turn books into handbags. Mary Lydia Ryan a Seattleite for the past 19 years has inventively created a brand ... continue -
An Odd But Elegant Process
no responses - Posted 06.18.08
After brewing a cup of tea, we hardly even consider the possibilities of a used tea bag before we toss it in the trash. In general, little thought is given to what we discard and any alternate uses it may posses. Although a majority of us don’t ponder prior to tossing, one exemplary artist, Tilla Kuenzli, showcases her ... continue -
A Brief Evolutionary History of John Waters
2 responses - Posted 06.12.08
“When I was a young, ‘art’ meant dirty.”—John Waters John Waters is a man of many hats. Well, I have never seen John Waters in a hat, so perhaps it would be more appropriate to say that John Waters is a man of many coats. There is the special coat he used to steal records during ... continue -
Another Man’s Trash….
1 response - Posted 06.06.08
Sustainability is slowly becoming a part of all aspects of our lives. From organic cotton tees, to reusable shopping totes, to hybrid cars; there are very few parts left untouched by the “green” market. Now, we are even seeing eco-consciousness in the works of artists. Although some creations make a statement about our impact on the world, others ... continue
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Child-friendly design
5 responses - Posted 02.23.08
When I think of the word "design" my mind tends to wander to chic, classy decorated apartments. The kind that get showcased in architectural magazines, with sleek lines and strong colors. Somehow I never associate children with that image. In fact, most people probably wouldn't. But that keeps us from ...continue
5 responses - Posted 02.23.08
When I think of the word "design" my mind tends to wander to chic, classy decorated apartments. The kind that get showcased in architectural magazines, with sleek lines and strong colors. Somehow I never associate children with that image. In fact, most people probably wouldn't. But that keeps us from ...continue
Stockholm’s Furniture Fair
no responses - Posted 02.05.08
In a city known for its chic and sleek Scandinavian design, it is no surprise that Stockholm hosts a cutting edge furniture fair full of new and creative designs. The Stockholm Furniture Fair kicks off tomorrow, and if you are in the area, there is no excuse for not stopping ...continue
no responses - Posted 02.05.08
In a city known for its chic and sleek Scandinavian design, it is no surprise that Stockholm hosts a cutting edge furniture fair full of new and creative designs. The Stockholm Furniture Fair kicks off tomorrow, and if you are in the area, there is no excuse for not stopping ...continue
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