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Various Projects: Obama Button Project
(10 June 2008) - Brian Janusiak and Elizabeth Beer of Various Projects are up to their creative collaboration shenanigans once more, this time with a series of 1" pins in support of the Democratic presidential campaign. Called the Obama Button Project, it pairs a roster of the couple's many talented friends with the iconic apparel accessory of punk expression. "It started with Elizabeth looking for a good and...
(10 June 2008) - Brian Janusiak and Elizabeth Beer of Various Projects are up to their creative collaboration shenanigans once more, this time with a series of 1" pins in support of the Democratic presidential campaign. Called the Obama Button Project, it pairs a roster of the couple's many talented friends with the iconic apparel accessory of punk expression. "It started with Elizabeth looking for a good and...
New Klaus Tees
(22 April 2008) - Two years ago Klaus Industries proclaimed that 2006 was the new 1984. While the fledgling experiment of democracy is still fledgling, the Portland, Oregon-based company has expanded their line of irreverent and humorous wears. Aside from an update on that particularly ominous theme, these hand-dyed printed shirts extol the tough-guy Abe Lincoln and the need for some domestic humanitarian intervention. “Our shirts are intended...
(22 April 2008) - Two years ago Klaus Industries proclaimed that 2006 was the new 1984. While the fledgling experiment of democracy is still fledgling, the Portland, Oregon-based company has expanded their line of irreverent and humorous wears. Aside from an update on that particularly ominous theme, these hand-dyed printed shirts extol the tough-guy Abe Lincoln and the need for some domestic humanitarian intervention. “Our shirts are intended...
Shepard Fairey: Obama Posters
(28 January 2008) - Though the name may not hold as much clout as Kennedy, Shepard Fairey has apparently made his choice for the next President of the United States. Throwing his weight and talent behind the junior senator from Illinois, the illustrator has produced two striking posters with the man's likeness and main slogans. He's offering the 24" x 36" silkscreens for $50 a pop on his...
(28 January 2008) - Though the name may not hold as much clout as Kennedy, Shepard Fairey has apparently made his choice for the next President of the United States. Throwing his weight and talent behind the junior senator from Illinois, the illustrator has produced two striking posters with the man's likeness and main slogans. He's offering the 24" x 36" silkscreens for $50 a pop on his...
Duelity
(11 December 2007) - Created by Vancouver Film School students Marcos “Boca” Ceravolo and Ryan Ulrich, Duelity is a pair of short animations that describe the beginning of time from a creationist and evolutionist perspective. An ironic take on the subject, Duelity tells the creationist's version of the beginning of the universe using the language of science and presents the scientific cosmology of evolutionists using Biblical lingo. Beautifully...
(11 December 2007) - Created by Vancouver Film School students Marcos “Boca” Ceravolo and Ryan Ulrich, Duelity is a pair of short animations that describe the beginning of time from a creationist and evolutionist perspective. An ironic take on the subject, Duelity tells the creationist's version of the beginning of the universe using the language of science and presents the scientific cosmology of evolutionists using Biblical lingo. Beautifully...
Judith Supine Gets Wet
(13 September 2007) - Taking street art, er, beyond the street, Judith Supine took to the waters of the East River in New York recently with a guerilla floating installation. His colorful, awkward and—at times—political collage works can be found around lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, but this is the first time (that we know of) that he's created a floating piece. Did you catch his hanging banner on...
(13 September 2007) - Taking street art, er, beyond the street, Judith Supine took to the waters of the East River in New York recently with a guerilla floating installation. His colorful, awkward and—at times—political collage works can be found around lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, but this is the first time (that we know of) that he's created a floating piece. Did you catch his hanging banner on...
Tight Knickers
(10 May 2007) - Sydney-based label Tight Knickers use their t-shirts as a medium through which to espouse their views on Australian politics, the degradation of the environment and, ahem, Americans. Yes, brashness is a powerful weapon, especially in the hands of these lads. Their t-shirts are beautifully cut and are made from the softest cotton. I know because I often get around New York in a "Chaos...
(10 May 2007) - Sydney-based label Tight Knickers use their t-shirts as a medium through which to espouse their views on Australian politics, the degradation of the environment and, ahem, Americans. Yes, brashness is a powerful weapon, especially in the hands of these lads. Their t-shirts are beautifully cut and are made from the softest cotton. I know because I often get around New York in a "Chaos...
James T. Williamson: It's Hard Work
(06 February 2007) - The latest sculpture by Brooklyn artist James T. Williamson, titled "It's Hard Work," is a spoof on the traditional plaster presidential bust. What began in 2001 as a study to better understand Bush's face, the all-to-familiar squinting visage comes in a military green, slate blue, red and tan. Williamson says, "I had been creating two dimensional Bush protraits and caricatures and was frustrated by...
(06 February 2007) - The latest sculpture by Brooklyn artist James T. Williamson, titled "It's Hard Work," is a spoof on the traditional plaster presidential bust. What began in 2001 as a study to better understand Bush's face, the all-to-familiar squinting visage comes in a military green, slate blue, red and tan. Williamson says, "I had been creating two dimensional Bush protraits and caricatures and was frustrated by...
American Gulag
(01 November 2006) - Richter Studio in Providence, RI has created these politically-charged American Gulag bracelets and necklaces. Realistic representations of barbed wire made out of rubber or sterling silver, the idea was inspired by Russian gulags and is intended to make a statement about certain practices of the Bush administration. Bracelets range from $14-$225 and a percentage of sales is donated to human rights organizations....
(01 November 2006) - Richter Studio in Providence, RI has created these politically-charged American Gulag bracelets and necklaces. Realistic representations of barbed wire made out of rubber or sterling silver, the idea was inspired by Russian gulags and is intended to make a statement about certain practices of the Bush administration. Bracelets range from $14-$225 and a percentage of sales is donated to human rights organizations....
Dogs for Kerry
(01 November 2004) - ... my sentiments exactly. If you live in the US, please get out and vote tomorrow. ...
(01 November 2004) - ... my sentiments exactly. If you live in the US, please get out and vote tomorrow. ...
Twice Shy
(26 October 2004) - All of Twice Shy's T-shirts have a random fortune sewn into the sleeve and many of the designs have subtle political messages (or not so subtle). The biggest statement they make, however, is with the fabric they've chosen to use; all of Twice Shy's garments are made with organically grown cotton. Did you know, every conventionally grown cotton t-shirt is responsible for putting into...
(26 October 2004) - All of Twice Shy's T-shirts have a random fortune sewn into the sleeve and many of the designs have subtle political messages (or not so subtle). The biggest statement they make, however, is with the fabric they've chosen to use; all of Twice Shy's garments are made with organically grown cotton. Did you know, every conventionally grown cotton t-shirt is responsible for putting into...
Star Electric Eighty Eight
(13 October 2004) - Founded by 27-year-old Jennifer Garcia of Harlem, New York, Star Electric Eighty Eight produces t-shirts that fuse art, fashion and politics. The current collection, "Revolution" is inspired by heroes Krishnamurti, Noam Chomsky, Howard Zinn, and also by the French "Mai 68" protest posters. Available in select NYC and Tokyo shops. ...
(13 October 2004) - Founded by 27-year-old Jennifer Garcia of Harlem, New York, Star Electric Eighty Eight produces t-shirts that fuse art, fashion and politics. The current collection, "Revolution" is inspired by heroes Krishnamurti, Noam Chomsky, Howard Zinn, and also by the French "Mai 68" protest posters. Available in select NYC and Tokyo shops. ...
Lowercase Tee
(09 October 2004) - Lowercase Tee makes clean and simple kids Ts. Right now they're featuring 2 new designs with political messages for grown ups. Mommy wants a new President and I wouldn't vote for Bush if I were you are each available in red or navy with white text printed on sweatshop free American Apparel cotton jersey. Even if they're too young too vote, they can still...
(09 October 2004) - Lowercase Tee makes clean and simple kids Ts. Right now they're featuring 2 new designs with political messages for grown ups. Mommy wants a new President and I wouldn't vote for Bush if I were you are each available in red or navy with white text printed on sweatshop free American Apparel cotton jersey. Even if they're too young too vote, they can still...
Kerry Territory
(05 October 2004) - There are many more anti Bush T-shirts out there than there are pro Kerry ones. Kerry Territory, by Duplexlab feels: The sentiment has been clear for half or more of America's voters: GET GEORGE BUSH OUT OF THE WHITE HOUSE. But this message has been diluted to a weak proclamation of "Anyone but Bush" or imagery that still implants George W. Bush into the...
(05 October 2004) - There are many more anti Bush T-shirts out there than there are pro Kerry ones. Kerry Territory, by Duplexlab feels: The sentiment has been clear for half or more of America's voters: GET GEORGE BUSH OUT OF THE WHITE HOUSE. But this message has been diluted to a weak proclamation of "Anyone but Bush" or imagery that still implants George W. Bush into the...
Save the Trees, Not the Bushes
(29 September 2004) - Shayna Kulik designed this great T to help raise money for the DNC and MoveOn. Show your support, buy one now! ...
(29 September 2004) - Shayna Kulik designed this great T to help raise money for the DNC and MoveOn. Show your support, buy one now! ...
Baby Politico
(24 September 2004) - Because activism starts early, there's Baby Politico. These onsies and t-shirts are 100% cotton, sweatshop free and American made (sounds like American Apparel to me) and come with a range of important political statements. I'm too young to vote, what's your excuse? is definitely my fav!...
(24 September 2004) - Because activism starts early, there's Baby Politico. These onsies and t-shirts are 100% cotton, sweatshop free and American made (sounds like American Apparel to me) and come with a range of important political statements. I'm too young to vote, what's your excuse? is definitely my fav!...
RNC Text Alerts
(02 September 2004) - CNN picked up this AP story about how people are using Upoc text messaging to get updates on the RNC protests. Organized by Ruckus, the alerts have, by far, been the fastest way to find out about demonstrations and the police confrontations. To view the past alerts or to sign up to get them for the remaining few hours of the RNC, go here....
(02 September 2004) - CNN picked up this AP story about how people are using Upoc text messaging to get updates on the RNC protests. Organized by Ruckus, the alerts have, by far, been the fastest way to find out about demonstrations and the police confrontations. To view the past alerts or to sign up to get them for the remaining few hours of the RNC, go here....
Meccapixel
(30 August 2004) - Michael Cosentino photographs New York for all the world to see on his web site, Meccapixel. He has an incredible eye which is currently being applied to the documentation of how angry, yet unified New Yorkers are about the RNC. view his gallery from the August 27th Critical Mass ride view his gallery from August 29th United for Peace and Justice Protest...
(30 August 2004) - Michael Cosentino photographs New York for all the world to see on his web site, Meccapixel. He has an incredible eye which is currently being applied to the documentation of how angry, yet unified New Yorkers are about the RNC. view his gallery from the August 27th Critical Mass ride view his gallery from August 29th United for Peace and Justice Protest...
The Backlash Begins
(26 August 2004) - Posters, flyers, and more have been popping up all over NYC this week in protest of the RNC, which begins next week. The latest, this banner on the side of the Plaza Hotel. I'd expect this to be just the beginning. via gothamist ...
(26 August 2004) - Posters, flyers, and more have been popping up all over NYC this week in protest of the RNC, which begins next week. The latest, this banner on the side of the Plaza Hotel. I'd expect this to be just the beginning. via gothamist ...
RNC Redux
(24 August 2004) - If you're not going to protest the RNC, at least get the truth from the streets: Each night of the RNC, Screensavers, in association with the Thing, will present the RNC Redux Open Doc Tour, a real time performance created by pulling a broad selection of the day's blog text, photos, audio, and video to mix it into a narrative of the day's events....
(24 August 2004) - If you're not going to protest the RNC, at least get the truth from the streets: Each night of the RNC, Screensavers, in association with the Thing, will present the RNC Redux Open Doc Tour, a real time performance created by pulling a broad selection of the day's blog text, photos, audio, and video to mix it into a narrative of the day's events....
War Hurts the Grass
(24 August 2004) - 29 August, 3pm Great Lawn, Central Park, NYC Bring nothing but a black umbrella, help protest the RNC, take control of your future. ...
(24 August 2004) - 29 August, 3pm Great Lawn, Central Park, NYC Bring nothing but a black umbrella, help protest the RNC, take control of your future. ...
Codeck
(23 August 2004) - Codeck is a platform for anonymously sharing and discussing video based content. On the tech side, it's a Linux box squeezed in a late 70s, Sears issue Betamax-- like a retro Tivo. The unit is hooked up to a TV for playback and has an integrated camera for recording video on the spot. For the next 2 weeks, Codeck will be dedicated to exposing...
(23 August 2004) - Codeck is a platform for anonymously sharing and discussing video based content. On the tech side, it's a Linux box squeezed in a late 70s, Sears issue Betamax-- like a retro Tivo. The unit is hooked up to a TV for playback and has an integrated camera for recording video on the spot. For the next 2 weeks, Codeck will be dedicated to exposing...
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