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Slideluck Potshow
(13 April 2009) - by Laura Neilson In the spirit of community, art, and food, Slideluck Potshow is exactly what it (sort of) sounds like, a potluck slideshow. Anyone can attend the events, however guests are asked to bring contributions in the form of food, drink and imagery. Photographers of all subject matters and experience levels are encouraged to submit their work for the entertainment portion of the evening....
(13 April 2009) - by Laura Neilson In the spirit of community, art, and food, Slideluck Potshow is exactly what it (sort of) sounds like, a potluck slideshow. Anyone can attend the events, however guests are asked to bring contributions in the form of food, drink and imagery. Photographers of all subject matters and experience levels are encouraged to submit their work for the entertainment portion of the evening....
2009 Ferrari 599XX and Maserati Gran Turismo
(13 April 2009) - Kicking off this year's New York International Auto Show last week, we attended the U.S unveiling of the new Ferrarri 599XX and Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic at Ferrari's Park Ave showroom. Both were originally exhibited at the Geneva Auto Show a few weeks prior and are the focus of much desire. While the GranTurismo is the more practical choice, the Ferrari, a professional level...
(13 April 2009) - Kicking off this year's New York International Auto Show last week, we attended the U.S unveiling of the new Ferrarri 599XX and Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic at Ferrari's Park Ave showroom. Both were originally exhibited at the Geneva Auto Show a few weeks prior and are the focus of much desire. While the GranTurismo is the more practical choice, the Ferrari, a professional level...
99% Conference Giveaway
(07 April 2009) - We're super excited around here for our upcoming 99% conference we're putting on with Behance. The two-day affair will be a look at how the inspiring art, design and culture that CH represents comes to be, and how the creatives like those from our roster of speakers maintain their success. Recently added to the already stacked list of speakers is "The Manipulator" Jill Greenberg, the...
(07 April 2009) - We're super excited around here for our upcoming 99% conference we're putting on with Behance. The two-day affair will be a look at how the inspiring art, design and culture that CH represents comes to be, and how the creatives like those from our roster of speakers maintain their success. Recently added to the already stacked list of speakers is "The Manipulator" Jill Greenberg, the...
Cool Hunting Video Presents: Cool Hunting's 48-Hour Shop
(06 April 2009) - by Nat Livingston Johnson Cool Hunting's recent retail experiment took the form of a weekend-long concept store at Brooklyn's popular Winter Market. This video gets a few words on it from local designer Kiel Mead, who helped hand-pick the inventory of independently-produced goods and created the attention-grabbing installation. ...
(06 April 2009) - by Nat Livingston Johnson Cool Hunting's recent retail experiment took the form of a weekend-long concept store at Brooklyn's popular Winter Market. This video gets a few words on it from local designer Kiel Mead, who helped hand-pick the inventory of independently-produced goods and created the attention-grabbing installation. ...
LVHRD's WRK/PLY Conference
(27 March 2009) - Tomorrow, 28 March 2009 from 12-7pm, LVHRD is holding a day-long creativity "conference" that features six professional WRK/PLYers in different areas of the creative industry—extremely beneficial for pushing the line between work and play and channeling your inner child into a career. The six pros, including graphic designers Dress Code (pictured below) and the lovely fashion designer Rebecca Turbow, will speak from experience to...
(27 March 2009) - Tomorrow, 28 March 2009 from 12-7pm, LVHRD is holding a day-long creativity "conference" that features six professional WRK/PLYers in different areas of the creative industry—extremely beneficial for pushing the line between work and play and channeling your inner child into a career. The six pros, including graphic designers Dress Code (pictured below) and the lovely fashion designer Rebecca Turbow, will speak from experience to...
Michel Auder and Andrew Neel: The Feature
(20 March 2009) - by Tamara Warren If the best work comes from life experience, then Michel Auder married well. Or at least he married intriguing people—Viva, a Warhol superstar and photographer Cindy Sherman—who added color to his already vibrant life story. The Paris-born artist and filmmaker has done just about everything interesting in the past forty years. To prove it, he kept a diary of his days...
(20 March 2009) - by Tamara Warren If the best work comes from life experience, then Michel Auder married well. Or at least he married intriguing people—Viva, a Warhol superstar and photographer Cindy Sherman—who added color to his already vibrant life story. The Paris-born artist and filmmaker has done just about everything interesting in the past forty years. To prove it, he kept a diary of his days...
Cut&Paste NYC 2009
(18 March 2009) - It's about time for Cut&Paste NYC '09 and this year's event should be better than ever with multiple categories, higher stakes and DJ Rich Medina spinning. This year, the digital design tournament features competitions for 2D, 3D and motion designers. Challenged to keep up their creativity and speed to win over screaming partygoers and judges, winning designers then move on to the Global Championship...
(18 March 2009) - It's about time for Cut&Paste NYC '09 and this year's event should be better than ever with multiple categories, higher stakes and DJ Rich Medina spinning. This year, the digital design tournament features competitions for 2D, 3D and motion designers. Challenged to keep up their creativity and speed to win over screaming partygoers and judges, winning designers then move on to the Global Championship...
CH at The Brooklyn Flea Recap
(17 March 2009) - This past weekend we all had a lot of fun playing store at the Winter Market in Dumbo as part of the series of "Curated Corners" masterminded by the event's impresario, Eric Demby. He gave us free reign with the space so we called in the industrious Kiel Mead, who came up with an ingenious installation using a humble material (yarn) to create what...
(17 March 2009) - This past weekend we all had a lot of fun playing store at the Winter Market in Dumbo as part of the series of "Curated Corners" masterminded by the event's impresario, Eric Demby. He gave us free reign with the space so we called in the industrious Kiel Mead, who came up with an ingenious installation using a humble material (yarn) to create what...
Annie Kevan: All the Presidents' Girls
(06 March 2009) - by Ariston Anderson At first glance, the collection of portraits FAS Contemporary's Volta booth appears to be a wall of extremely beautiful women throughout the ages, each one quickly created in delicate strokes of oil paint. But then Monica Lewinsky's face pops out at you and is that Paula Jones? British painter Annie Kevan's solo show features every Presidential girlfriend on record. Although the majority...
(06 March 2009) - by Ariston Anderson At first glance, the collection of portraits FAS Contemporary's Volta booth appears to be a wall of extremely beautiful women throughout the ages, each one quickly created in delicate strokes of oil paint. But then Monica Lewinsky's face pops out at you and is that Paula Jones? British painter Annie Kevan's solo show features every Presidential girlfriend on record. Although the majority...
LVHRD ARCHDL V
(16 February 2009) - Pitting two architecture firms against each other in a timed construction duel, LVHRD sets the scene for another one of their infamous creative competitions. This year's teams include the multi-disciplinary design practice Weiss/Manfredi versus the unconventional firm Front Studio. Both groups will receive 30 minutes to plan their structure and 90 minutes to build a model from a surprise material, followed by a 10 minute...
(16 February 2009) - Pitting two architecture firms against each other in a timed construction duel, LVHRD sets the scene for another one of their infamous creative competitions. This year's teams include the multi-disciplinary design practice Weiss/Manfredi versus the unconventional firm Front Studio. Both groups will receive 30 minutes to plan their structure and 90 minutes to build a model from a surprise material, followed by a 10 minute...
São Paulo Fashion Week Winter 2009 Highlights
(29 January 2009) - Brasileirismos, or Brazil-isms, is admittedly a redundant theme for the already distinctly Brazilian collections at the Winter 2009 edition of São Paulo Fashion Week, which ended last Friday. The biggest change, compared to past seasons, was the massive influx of international journalists flown in (including our own Ami Kealoha and Greg Mitnick; video forthcoming) to provide coverage of an event whose organizers are pushing...
(29 January 2009) - Brasileirismos, or Brazil-isms, is admittedly a redundant theme for the already distinctly Brazilian collections at the Winter 2009 edition of São Paulo Fashion Week, which ended last Friday. The biggest change, compared to past seasons, was the massive influx of international journalists flown in (including our own Ami Kealoha and Greg Mitnick; video forthcoming) to provide coverage of an event whose organizers are pushing...
The 99% Conference Update
(26 January 2009) - As the 99% conference draws near the speaker roster continues to grow. Confirmed speakers include greatly productive talents such as Google Creative Director, Ji Lee, partner at the multi-disciplinary design studio Pentagram, Michael Bierut, the fellas that started Threadless and marketing guru, Seth Godin. Stay tuned because there are more speakers to come. A collaborative effort with Behance, the conference is a look at...
(26 January 2009) - As the 99% conference draws near the speaker roster continues to grow. Confirmed speakers include greatly productive talents such as Google Creative Director, Ji Lee, partner at the multi-disciplinary design studio Pentagram, Michael Bierut, the fellas that started Threadless and marketing guru, Seth Godin. Stay tuned because there are more speakers to come. A collaborative effort with Behance, the conference is a look at...
LVHRD: (CLL) PHN-LCKN 09
(22 January 2009) - by Bailee Wolfson Good news for cell phone addicts everywhere—on Monday 26 January 2009 our friends at LVHRD, the NY-based arts collective, is at it again with another unique event. Unlike their last (CLL) PHN-LCKN (pictured above) this time you can bring your phone and will be using it throughout the party. Drinks are on the house—Dewars and Sapporo—and a camera is a must, as...
(22 January 2009) - by Bailee Wolfson Good news for cell phone addicts everywhere—on Monday 26 January 2009 our friends at LVHRD, the NY-based arts collective, is at it again with another unique event. Unlike their last (CLL) PHN-LCKN (pictured above) this time you can bring your phone and will be using it throughout the party. Drinks are on the house—Dewars and Sapporo—and a camera is a must, as...
Brooklyn Flea Winter Market: Curated Corners
(14 January 2009) - The Brooklyn Flea, Fort Greene's arts, crafts and antiques bazaar, has gone indoors and upscale during these winter months. Their new location in DUMBO is the ideal spot for the revamped market, which is set to be less flea and more quality antiques and collectibles, like Eames chairs, French '68 protest posters, old phonographs and iron clocks from Ansonia.In addition to classic furniture and...
(14 January 2009) - The Brooklyn Flea, Fort Greene's arts, crafts and antiques bazaar, has gone indoors and upscale during these winter months. Their new location in DUMBO is the ideal spot for the revamped market, which is set to be less flea and more quality antiques and collectibles, like Eames chairs, French '68 protest posters, old phonographs and iron clocks from Ansonia.In addition to classic furniture and...
The 99% Conference
(10 December 2008) - We're proud and excited to announce our partnership with Behance on The 99% Conference, taking place next 16-17 April 2009 in NYC. Our thinking in joining forces with Behance, the organizational gurus of the creative class, is to look at how the inspiring art, design and culture that CH represents comes to be. Borrowing a name from Edison's famous quote about genius, we're assembling...
(10 December 2008) - We're proud and excited to announce our partnership with Behance on The 99% Conference, taking place next 16-17 April 2009 in NYC. Our thinking in joining forces with Behance, the organizational gurus of the creative class, is to look at how the inspiring art, design and culture that CH represents comes to be. Borrowing a name from Edison's famous quote about genius, we're assembling...
Craft Hackers Panel Discussion
(09 December 2008) - Riffing on the juxtaposition of the traditional with the digital, the inspiration for the upcoming panel discussion in NYC, Craft Hackers, is the kind of work that melds needlework and computing. Members of the panel include a cadre of accomplished artists engaging the tech-meets-handmade aesthetic. Cat Mazza has captured moving images into stills knit from yarn; Christy Matson uses an early loom (one of...
(09 December 2008) - Riffing on the juxtaposition of the traditional with the digital, the inspiration for the upcoming panel discussion in NYC, Craft Hackers, is the kind of work that melds needlework and computing. Members of the panel include a cadre of accomplished artists engaging the tech-meets-handmade aesthetic. Cat Mazza has captured moving images into stills knit from yarn; Christy Matson uses an early loom (one of...
Art Jump at the MoMA
(08 December 2008) - The hallowed halls of New York's MoMA will have a brand new attraction today in the form of an orchestrated "art jump." The phenomenon was spearheaded by Allison Reimus — who runs the blog Jumping in Art Museums — and basically involves jumping for joy in front of a work of art, and oftentimes documenting it. The MoMA jump will go from 6:30 to...
(08 December 2008) - The hallowed halls of New York's MoMA will have a brand new attraction today in the form of an orchestrated "art jump." The phenomenon was spearheaded by Allison Reimus — who runs the blog Jumping in Art Museums — and basically involves jumping for joy in front of a work of art, and oftentimes documenting it. The MoMA jump will go from 6:30 to...
The Journal of Popular Noise Fall/Winter '08 Events
(26 November 2008) - If CH was ever to go print, we'd like to think we could execute it with the same thoughtful elegance as the semi-annual audio magazine The Journal of Popular Noise, which is why we're excited to be sponsors of the latest issue's launch. This time around the limited-edition (only 300 are made) and letter pressed publication includes Climax Golden Twins, PWRFL Power and Linda...
(26 November 2008) - If CH was ever to go print, we'd like to think we could execute it with the same thoughtful elegance as the semi-annual audio magazine The Journal of Popular Noise, which is why we're excited to be sponsors of the latest issue's launch. This time around the limited-edition (only 300 are made) and letter pressed publication includes Climax Golden Twins, PWRFL Power and Linda...
Goods for Good: Gala for Good
(26 November 2008) - Perhaps this holiday season more than ever, it's a crucial time to think of others. One of the charities getting the CH seal of approval is Goods for Good, an organization whose mission is to send excess goods from America to orphans and vulnerable children in Africa. There are a few ways to help out but if you're in NYC on 8 December 2008,...
(26 November 2008) - Perhaps this holiday season more than ever, it's a crucial time to think of others. One of the charities getting the CH seal of approval is Goods for Good, an organization whose mission is to send excess goods from America to orphans and vulnerable children in Africa. There are a few ways to help out but if you're in NYC on 8 December 2008,...
Chris Mendoza x Ray-Ban Wayfarers
(26 November 2008) - by Ariston Anderson Until Barnstormer Chris Mendoza teamed up with Ray-Ban to custom paint 100 pairs of Wayfarers in his inimitable style, nothing would've torn me away from my trusty black ones. Chris's personal history with the brand dates back to his childhood when he'd see them on his father, who played for the Nicaragua national football team. The senior Mendoza, a close friend of...
(26 November 2008) - by Ariston Anderson Until Barnstormer Chris Mendoza teamed up with Ray-Ban to custom paint 100 pairs of Wayfarers in his inimitable style, nothing would've torn me away from my trusty black ones. Chris's personal history with the brand dates back to his childhood when he'd see them on his father, who played for the Nicaragua national football team. The senior Mendoza, a close friend of...
Akomplice: Limousine Early Voting Party
(29 October 2008) - Akomplice, the brainchild of two brothers in their early 20s from a tiny mountain townin the Colorado Rockies has made some strides since we last checked in with them in 2006. Brothers Mike and Patrick McCarney have recently entered the political fray with their Ballin' With Barack '08 t-shirts. The company is throwing a “early voting party” from 11am-6pm Thursday, 30 October 2008, in...
(29 October 2008) - Akomplice, the brainchild of two brothers in their early 20s from a tiny mountain townin the Colorado Rockies has made some strides since we last checked in with them in 2006. Brothers Mike and Patrick McCarney have recently entered the political fray with their Ballin' With Barack '08 t-shirts. The company is throwing a “early voting party” from 11am-6pm Thursday, 30 October 2008, in...
NYC Apple Day
(17 October 2008) - Nothing says autumn like hot apple cider. If you love it as much as we do, this Sunday is your opportunity to kick-start the season with NYC Apple Day, an apple-frenzy street festival held in conjunction with the launch of Go Green LES. You can sample your favorites like apple pie or try more curious dishes like apple sausages, all the while learning tips...
(17 October 2008) - Nothing says autumn like hot apple cider. If you love it as much as we do, this Sunday is your opportunity to kick-start the season with NYC Apple Day, an apple-frenzy street festival held in conjunction with the launch of Go Green LES. You can sample your favorites like apple pie or try more curious dishes like apple sausages, all the while learning tips...
Ten Must-Sees at the London Design Festival 2008
(12 September 2008) - 100% Futures at 100% Design The young cutting edge talent section of the largest and most commercial show in town. Look out for "Lighten Up," [re]design's showcase of 64 sustainable lighting designs. 18-21 September, Earls Court Urbantine Project at Tent London This competition for young, up and coming architects is one of the star features of the East End show. Check out the winning...
(12 September 2008) - 100% Futures at 100% Design The young cutting edge talent section of the largest and most commercial show in town. Look out for "Lighten Up," [re]design's showcase of 64 sustainable lighting designs. 18-21 September, Earls Court Urbantine Project at Tent London This competition for young, up and coming architects is one of the star features of the East End show. Check out the winning...
Sound Unbound Book Talk and Benefit
(15 August 2008) - DJ Spooky has had one foot in music and another in academia over the years and the release earlier this year of his new book "Sound Unbound: Sampling Digital Music and Culture" is no exception. The "literary mixtape" is a collection of "reports from the front lines on the role of sound and digital media in an information-based society." Tasking authors, musicians, designers, curators...
(15 August 2008) - DJ Spooky has had one foot in music and another in academia over the years and the release earlier this year of his new book "Sound Unbound: Sampling Digital Music and Culture" is no exception. The "literary mixtape" is a collection of "reports from the front lines on the role of sound and digital media in an information-based society." Tasking authors, musicians, designers, curators...
The ShootBooth Rental
(13 August 2008) - The ShootBooth is the antidote for people so addicted to taking photo booth shots at their favorite bar that they can't hang without one at parties and other private events. Designed to resemble a gigantic, antiquated camera, the eight-foot long encasement actually houses a professional-quality digital SLR camera, complete with a built-in lighting setup. Photo subjects can enter the camera "body" (or pop their...
(13 August 2008) - The ShootBooth is the antidote for people so addicted to taking photo booth shots at their favorite bar that they can't hang without one at parties and other private events. Designed to resemble a gigantic, antiquated camera, the eight-foot long encasement actually houses a professional-quality digital SLR camera, complete with a built-in lighting setup. Photo subjects can enter the camera "body" (or pop their...
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