Exhibiting internationally since 1995, New York-based illustrator Matthew Cusick owns an impressive portfolio of mixed media art. The Texas-born king of collage is widely known for his work with vintage map cut-outs, configuring entire states and countries into credible works of art. As applaudable as this work is, I’m particularly drawn to the colourfully ironic ‘Happy Ending’ series, as well as the religious undertones found within the much more somber portrayals of ‘Constellations’. READ MORE
I just stumbled on these very ’60′s inspired photographs that are actually the backstage of Tsumori Chisato FW 2011 collection. The pastel palette, the psychedelic prints and the rounded glasses (very Iris), a very lovely collection. Fashion is continuously taking inspiration from the past… READ MORE
Borre Akkersdijk (By Borre) is a 25 years old Paris based freelance designer. The Design Academy of Eindhoven & FIT NYC alumni had his first Paris fashion show: the First cycle last month– the story from the yarn to the show. An interesting collection with oversize knitted coats and dresses as well as duffle dresses. The show started with a stop-motion animation explaining the production process of the clothing. (watch trailer below) READ MORE
“They give shape to America’s 20th century – It all began with the chair… For four decades, 901 Washington boulevard in Venice Beach, California was one of the most creative addresses on earth. Dozen of gifted young designers cut their teeth within the walls of his studio… They were introducing people to ways of looking at the world differently” – Can’t wait to see the documentary! “the first film to be made about Charles and Ray Eames since their deaths.” The Trailer (below) already put me in the mood!
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Julie Budet, the femme-fabulous of French pop group, Yelle, took time to talk with us while at her home in Brittany, France. A beach town best known for its lush forests and Medieval feel along the Atlantic Ocean, surely, is not the most typical breeding grounds for a READ MORE
It’s always nice to see some hand-drawn illustrations these days, and in a picture book, no less! Avant-garde publishing house Gestalten has just released Illustrators Unlimited, a 288-page hardcover that presents “cutting-edge illustration talents scouted from around the world”.
From established names to fresh up-and-comers, the book reveals an READ MORE
