PBS has started a new “web-only series that explores experimental and cutting edge artistic media”. More info about this series can be found here and on Twitter.
James Victore / Book Tour by Hillman Curtis
Hillman Curtis has released a video from James Victore’s last stop on his book tour last fall. Stop what you are doing and watch this. He makes you question everything. He’s inspired and inspiring.
- Posted on 07/27/11
by: Jake Kellogg - Comments Off
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Before & After of Joggers
These portraits of joggers by Sacha Goldberger really capture some great emotion. View the entire series here. Lets get your Tuesday off and running, pun intended.
via My Modern Met
- Posted on 07/26/11
by: Chris Seeds - Comments Off
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Within and Without
Washed Out finally released their full length album and it’s the jam. Check out this video for the first single. Perfect chillwave album for the summer. Enjoy.
- Posted on 07/20/11
by: Jake Kellogg - Comments Off
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Leica: Behind the Lens
Leica just released a new video detailing their process in creating their high quality hand made lenses. It’s nice to be reminded that the high price you pay for their equipment brings a level of quality that is unparalleled.
See more of what Leica has to offer.
- Posted on 07/12/11
by: Jake Kellogg - Comments Off
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Quieter advice in poster form
If you’ve been looking for a way to whisper motivation to yourself in the morning, then look no further. G.F.D.A. has released their most recent advice poster: Black on Fucking Black. It’s sex on paper and as quiet as a fucking golf clap.
Buy it here.
- Posted on 07/6/11
by: Brian Buirge - 1 Comment
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Mike Sinclair: Fourth of July #2
Check out this beautiful print, Fourth of July #2, Independence Missouri by Mike Sinclair. Available at 20×200, the limited-edition prints are museum quality and come with a certificate of authenticity, numbered and signed by the artist. Seems like they’re going fast!
Via Fast Co.Design
- Posted on 07/5/11
by: Brian Buirge - Comments Off
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The Declaration of Independence
(click for full-size view of 1823 engraved version)
While buzzing through my Google Reader this morning I came across a post by Ian Hines titled The exquisite prose of the Declaration of Independence where he shares some beautiful language and urges you to go reread (or read for the first time) the Declaration of Independence.
We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States; that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do. And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.
So I did. I read it not from a transcript, but from the 1823 stone engraving version pictured (and linked) above. From the beautiful prose to the elegant penmanship, it was pretty amazing experience. It’s a gorgeous piece of work. The language is so eloquent and passionate, noone speaks that way anymore.
It’s refreshing to remember what this country was founded on, why it was founded, and the character with which it was founded. For a second, you forget about the Sarah Palins, the Anthony Weiner controversies, American Over-Exceptionalism and remember the humble beginnings and intentions of the founding fathers.
You can read a transcript at the National Archives website here. However, I recommend reading it in its original form below:
View a high resolution scan of the 1823 engraved reproduction.
View a high resolution scan of the original faded, penned document on display in the National Archives.
Happy Birthday, America!
- Posted on 07/4/11
by: Ricky Salsberry - Comments Off
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