2010 August : EXIT

SAIL AWAY, SAIL AWAY, SAIL AWAY

Posted on 2010-08-23

The Owl and the Pussycat went to sea in a beautiful pea green boat… OK, so a year and a day might be a little too long, but wouldn’t we all very much like to sail away and dance by the light of the moon (the moon, the moon)?

In these dog days of summer we’ve been inspired by all things oceanic. And to be honest we’re a bit spoilt for choice…

To take a front row seat for some wondrous whale watching head to California’s west coast. Right now until October you can catch a glimpse of graceful blue whales and lumpy humpbacks off the Big Sur coast from the comfort of your schooner. They’re big. (These blubbery giants are the largest animals inhabiting the earth). Their hearts alone are about the size of a VW Beetle. Make your own beat faster as you experience one of the most amazing sites nature has to offer.

A little closer to home there’s the (often overlooked) volcanic island Lanzarote. Banish images of rows of beer-label parasols, this black sand beauty boasts top notch diving and from the deck of your private yacht you can feast your eyes on some seriously sci-fi landscapes.

What’s the best bit about sailing? We reckon it’s probably the freedom to throw down your anchor in a secluded bay and bathe in crystal clear waters as though they were a private infinity pool. Croatia’s coastline has this covered. Dip into the secluded bays of the Pakleni islands to discover hidden restaurants serving seafood so fresh that it’s still blinking.

Phew… For the sailors that don’t want to break a sweat there are the Keralan backwaters. Pootle past farmers plucking rice from paddy fields as you gaze at the ebb and flow of local life from the slow lane on your own little house boat. All aboard…

For more information and to book, visit www.blacktomato.co.uk or call on 020 7426 9888.

IPAD DJ STATION CONCEPT

Posted on 2010-08-23

In the age of iPod and laptop DJs, the iPad DJ is no far reach. However, this iPad DJ Station concept from psychic factory showcases the advantages of the large touchscreen device. “while the unit itself has scratchpads, cross fader and all the regular buttons and knobs, the ipad adds a whole new dimension of interactivity. songs can be fiddled with to an even greater degree or the dj can add their own music on top using a keyboard or instrument setup.

www.psychicfactory.com

SPECTER

Posted on 2010-08-16

Brooklyn-based street artist Specter makes his UK debut this month.
He creates installations and street artwork displayed in abandoned buildings and forgotten spaces to draw attention to the urban situation which is the inspiration for his creative concepts.
He evolves the subject matter by interlacing influences from the environment he chooses to adorn, incorporating characteristics from the surrounding neighbourhoods, architecture, local business and social economic classes; transforming the unwitting publics’ understanding of the space.
Through graffiti influence, he became obsessed with art in public spaces, where he sees potential inspiration and appropriate location to express his creativity. His aim is to deconstruct preconceived perceptions and draw attention to the neglected and less desirable issues, the non-sensational stories of the undervalued detritus of our culture we seldom hear about.

Exhibition runs through to the 24th August, 2010

Pure Evil Gallery
108 Leonard st
London
EC2A 4RH

www.pureevilclothing.com

IGOR CHAK – SPACE INVADER COUCH

Posted on 2010-08-16

The ‘space invader couch’ by igor chak is a seating proposal based on the aliens from the classic 1970s arcade game. whilst only a concept at the moment chak proposes that it would be made from leather covered memory foam with two glass surfaces.

www.igorchak.com

SHEPARD FAIREY – PRINTED MATTERS

Posted on 2010-08-16

Printed Matters, a solo exhibition featuring the work of renowned artist Shepard Fairey. Printed Matters, which focuses on the importance of printed material, it incorporates every variety of Shepard’s printed works, works on wood, metal, album covers, and fine art collage papers.

Exhibition runs through to October 9th, 2010

Subliminal Projects
1331 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles
CA
90026

www.subliminalprojects.com