Monthly Archive for April, 2007

Something Somewhere

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They just added some new work including a wall they painted of disassembled kicks.

Tatiana Arocha

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I was once told that girl’s couldn’t design and their style didn’t meet the criteria. Tatiana Arocha breaks that stereotype with great motion, photographic, and design work. A lot of work to look at.
Info: Motionographer

Milk Bar

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Milk Bar is a new online magazine featuring up and coming photographers.

Keyport Universal Key thing



Keyport is a universal device to end the need of carrying a pocketful of keys. It looks a lot like the ones that come with high end automobiles. You just get the supplied blanks cut to spec with your home/car/etc and you are good to go. Makes thieves lives easier too!

Official Tourist’s Official Website

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My friend Jasco finally updated and upgraded his site. Give it a look and purchase a hoodie or two. And when I mean hoodie, I mean JUST the hoodie. Just click on the photo to see what I’m talking about.

Black Day To Freedom

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The Ronin, aka Rob Chiun, is one of my favorite artist and and Black Day To Freedom is finally for your viewing pleasure online courtesy of BBC.

*Photo taken from The Ronin Blog.

Bjork Poster Design Contest

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I honestly don’t care to see Bjork myself, although having the tickets is a good chance to get you some ass, but is a fun contest.

We’re Rollin’, They’re Hatin’

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We’re Rollin’,They’re Hatin’, is a large-scale contemporary art show that examines the role of Dungeons and Dragons, Escapism and Fantasy in contemporary art and culture. The exhibition is an art show and interactive platform to explore how artists are influenced by fantasy and role playing games. Over 30 artists will create work for the show and dozens more will perform. The show includes several elements and project rooms that will create an unforgettable, hopefully magical, experience for visitors and attendees.

For you Chicago cats, you best represent.

APRIL 20 – MAY 20, 2007
@ Co-Prosperity Sphere
3219 S. Morgan – Chicago
Gallery hours: Friday & Saturday 1-6

Adidas Y3 site

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I love the clothes, but God knows I won’t be able to afford them, but the site is cool and it’s fun to interact with the models.

Reebok Freestyle 25th



Another 25th anniversary for an influential sneaker. It’s been 25 years since the Reebok Freestyle came out and dominated the fitness scene back in the 80’s. RBK is re-issuing these with a twist.

Rent the movie “Perfect” with Jamie Lee Curtis and John Travolta to get a better appreciation for these shoes.

UT by Uniqlo



UT by Uniqlo. Have a fashion-based seizure with this new website.

Hairy Mail



Hairy Mail is the world’s first web-based back-hair message center.

Silky Black Gold



Forward thinking motion design. Silky Black Gold

Marco Polo – Newport Authority (free download)

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So it seems the once undoubtable Rawkus Records is back. While many question whether they will ever reach the heights they did when putting out records by legends like Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Pharoahe Monch and Company Flow was a monthly affair, this Toronto born producer gives hope.

Continue reading ‘Marco Polo – Newport Authority (free download)’

Leaders 1354 2nd Edition

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Leaders 1354 has been delivering it’s goods in the south side area, but now they have added a 2nd location close to my house. I guess Saint Alfred’s isn’t the only one that’s going to be taking my scrill. If you’re in the Wicker Park area, I suggest taking a visit.
1400 N. Milwaukee Aveue, Chicago, IL.

Pika Pika

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I stumbled upon this little ditty from Kozyndan of people animating long exposure shots of artist drawing with a light pen. Needless to say, shit’s crazy.

yes yes yes yes

Wu Tang Comic

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I’m not into comics, although I used to back when I was a youngin’, but David Choe’s representing with the rebirth of the Wu Tang Comic and this I might have to pick up.

You Kidding Me Right?

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My boy Tony shot me this and I had to spread it to you kids like a virus.

Jordan Head…Literally

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Upper Playground’s finest Sam Flores just posted this piece up on his blog. Good tribute. Doubt a toy would come out with this, but how cool would that be.