I still have yet to step through the doors of Opening Ceremony but when I do it’ll be a joyous occassion. Morgan’s in there now, so now ceremony is about to commence. In this short, Spike Jonze sits down with the creators of Opening Ceremony, Carol Lim and Humberto Leon to chat about the inspiration for the space, the importance of limitless branding, and their aspirations to promote culture and creativity. A well done piece, the video shows what the power of passion can lead to. Be sure to say hi to Morgan when you hit up the store. Hit the MORE for part II.
Recently I had the opportunity to chat with Mykola Dosenko, also known as Myk Dawg. Born and raised in Kiev, Ukraine, Mykola’s inspirations paint an interesting portrait of popular culture in the late 80’s and early 90’s. A self proclaimed graphic designer, celebrity chef, comedian and stunt driver, it was not difficult to strike up a conversation about Myk’s interests and inspirations. With his graphic design work popping up on popular websites across the net, Mykola’s aesthetic is becoming recognized for it’s vibrant colors and retro influences. Touching on everything from Lebron James to zombie snails, our conversation was peculiar to say the very least.
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I’ll be honest. I don’t even fuck with Ok Go like that. At all. I saw them live once, and they were somewhere between mediocre and alright. However, this video is hands down one of the best music videos I’ve ever seen. Creativity knows no boundaries, and it’s unleashed the moment you start. Ok. Go.
My first question with this one is why. I think the architects answer would be, “Why not?” I suppose there are multiple uses for the “house”. Whether you want to make it an office, or a kick it spot, the Egg House will hold it down. Equipped with a bathroom, kitchen, bed and storage space, the Egg House, known to the architects as the blob VB3 is a one of a kind space aimed to spark the imagination while providing a functional living space. Imagine if you hot boxed this. You could come back and tell your friends you hot boxed an egg. Now that’s a story.
When D.S. told me he had something for me, I knew I was in for something special. Little did I know I was in for some quintessential cruising music. Find an open road and slap this. It will surely add to the occasion. Add 3 scoops of piano laced synth, a dash of Toro Y Moi, and a generous helping of Daft Punk and you’ve got CFCF. This is the opening track off the debut album Continent. The applauded efforts of 21 year old Montreal based composer Michael Silver. This is the inaugural, so act accordingly. I think he’s just getting started.
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The graphics of Matt Bilfield relate the beauty of perspective. Made up of over a thousand hand cut, sanded and painted wooden dowels, Matt’s television graphics seek to provide his audience with a unique viewing experience based upon their particular vantage point. In his own words, Matt describes the purpose of his work, while relating his intentions:
When it comes to art, my inclination drives me toward creating pieces where the vantage point dictates the image, in turn activating the viewer. Where the television screen has the plastic framework as its boundary, I wanted to extend that boundary to the dimensions of the room itself. My idea was that everyone seeing the art gets to have his or her own unique perspective.
Looking at Izzy’s art is like stepping into a dream. Imagination is limitless for this girl, as she continually pushes the boundaries of figure, form, and composition with every piece she produces. Using bright colors, abstraction, and intricate detail, Izzy has cultivated a definitive style through years of training at UCLA. She works with various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpture, fashion design, and sprouting potatoes.
I often times feel conflicted about throwing up the Kanye. I always ask myself, is throwing up the Kanye a reflex? Or is it simply the belief that each time I press the play button on a Kanye video I know I’m in for something. To answer my own question, it’s the latter. I usually skip this song when I slap 808’s and I probably still will, but I’m always pleased when Nabil and Ye get together. It’s just the fact that Kanye’s videos are so different, that it makes these other videos irrelevant, and I appreciate that. Very much.
Nicki’s one of those artists I go back and forth with. One day she’ll impress me, the next day I’ll wonder. But recently she’s been impressing. Before I heard her rap I heard her speak, and she got my attention. From there Roy introduced me to the “Always Love You”, and I found myself putting on for her. And then Harriet the Spy started fucking with her and it was over. But then I wonder, is she winning by default? I mean, what other female rappers are there? I think I’d win a game of 1 on 1 if I wasn’t playing against anyone. Nonetheless, Nicki’s doing it. This is my favorite slap thus far, so Nicki gets that Bowties love.
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A lil’ tucked off BLU for the Sunday night. You can never go wrong with BLU. His work continues to push the boundaries for what our minds can achieve. So that’s why we fuck with him so tough. Although BLU chose to go silent with this one, I would suggest watching it to this. But that’s just me. Shout out to Nic Nac. I know he feels the BLU. The heat is turning up a bit, better find a tank top.
We’ve been doing this for 417 days now. And while I’m a bit shocked, proud, juiced, settled, and humbled, at the same time I’m not surprised. I’ve always known that the boundaries of human creativity are limitless, so to celebrate the works of those that inspire us would easily become a never ending endeavor. So it’s bad… Today we present the work of Italian artist Maurizio Savini. Using chewing gum as his medium, Savini has created these sculptures of incredible detail and depth. Sculptures made of chewing gum. The definition of geeked up. I just wonder what type of gum he fucks with. Bubblicious or Bazooka?
When Danny told me he met Dee and Ricky he didn’t say a word. It was merely a look. It was that, “Drop everything you’re doing and follow me now,” look. That, “This is the moment we’ve been waiting for,” look. To say the brothers are cool would be a bit of an understatement. When you’re getting love from Kanye and Marc Jacobs your hats may start fitting weird. Nonetheless, Dee & Ricky were cool as fuck, and our conversation was greater confirmation that the renaissance is here.
If this is your introduction to Dee & Ricky, I suggest peeping this and hitting their website. The video above is simply a day in the life. From the Staten Island trap to the tailor, to downtown art parties, Dee & Ricky are making crazy moves, and it’s only, getting, worse.
