In collaboration with Markus Wüste, Sinta Werner has created Versionen I & II, a complete molestation of perception. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, “Creative Sustenance Daily,” we mean it. quietlunch.com
Pow! Right in the Kisser.
Our favorite siren, Kendra Morris, recently dropped visuals for her single “Pow”, a song included on the recently released Banshee. The video, created by Jimmy McMillan, is fully animated, which is a first for Morris. We’re usually used to seeing Morris strut her stuff but McMillan makes great use of her absence by providing a wonderful animated narrative to Morris’ enchanting …
Waterworks.
Born in Nagano, Japan, Shinichi Maruyama is a sculptor who has chosen water as his medium. Sounds tricky, doesn’t it? Fortunately for Maruyama, it isn’t as tricky as it seems. In fact, his Kusho series looks as if it was created with some ease. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …
If You’re Out There…
“I used to think I was the strangest person in the world but then I thought there are so many people in the world, there must be someone just like me who feels bizarre and flawed in the same ways I do. I would imagine her, and imagine that she must be out there thinking of me too. Well, I …
Fashionable Anatomy.
If ever there was a way to turn fashion into a science lesson, then look no further than Koen Hauser‘s Modische Atlas der Anatomie project. From internal organs to bone structure, Hauser’s anatomical fashion photography makes the very make-up of the human body a part of the fashion itself. Check out the images below and take a look for yourself! Quiet …
Then What?
“To know how to free oneself is nothing; the arduous thing is to know what to do with one’s freedom.” – Andre Gide. (from The Immoralist) Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, “Creative Sustenance Daily,” we mean it. …
Top of the Food Chain.
With the approach of Halloween, things are getting scarier here at Quiet Lunch. Consisting of artists Mariana Fantich and Dominic Young, the duo Fantich & Young have found a way for us to establish ourselves as the ultimate predator–or as they would say, the Apex Predator. “Apex predators are predators with no predators of their own, residing at the top of …
Invertuals 3.
For the third time this year Dutch Invertuals have presented their captivating work, Invertuals 3. During the performance, the Dutch design collective explored the aspects of insecurity and the downside of limitless freedom. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, …
The Pie Hole: Post Pump Pleasantries.
We’ve got a good one for you today. Poached from Fit Men Cook, this recipe for sweet potato-couscous & dried orange cranberry mini-cakes topped with mashed mixed berries on fresh Kale with Hoisin glazed salmon sounds extremely difficult to say (and read) all at once but you’ll probably get over that once you try it. It is supposedly a great post-workout meal! Sweet …
Marked Fragile.
Born in Cuneo, Italy, Fabio Viale is remixing his country’s artistic heritage with his piece, Souvenir Gioconda. A take on Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Viale’s Souvenir Gioconda appears to be made from styrofoam but is in fact made from marble. Yes, we too found it mind-blowing. Viale’s attention to detail and well executed mimicry of styrofoam makes it impossible to believe …
Learnin’ Youse Some Lettas: Tenable.
Tenable (Pronounced: Tenuh•bull)→ Adjective.: a) capable of being held, maintained, or defended. Example: “The soldiers’ encampment on the open plain was not tenable, so they retreated to higher ground.” Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, “Creative Sustenance Daily,” we mean …
Your Very Own Sparkle Palace.
Take a look at this Sparkle Palace Cocktail Table by artist John Foster. Unfortunately, this table is the only one of its kind. Plus, it’s more of a sculpture than an actual table–so no need to feel cheated out of owning this beauty! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …
Hump Day Treat of the Week: Here’s a Tip.
We all have those friends who are less fortunate than we are–or at least they pretend to be–and that discrepancy can become even more apparent when grabbing a bite to eat. Comedian David So is not a stranger to this rich friend/”poor” friend phenomenon and expresses his frustrations in his latest vlog. Here is our viral Hump Day Treat of the Week: Quiet …
Blanco’s Life.
The fabulous Mykki Blanco has blessed us with a thumping track produced by Sinden and Matrixxman (of 5kinandbone5). Titled “Haze.Boogie.Life”, the song is sly and as catchy as the common cold. Blanco’s sometimes schizophrenic rhyme style bodes well with Sinden and Matrixxman’s production, making the song an instant club favorite. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …
Poisoned Porcelain.
Our search for gory art continues this week with porcelain specialist, Maria Rubinke. The 20-something year old artist is using her extraordinary abilities to transform the craft of porcelain into Wes Craven inspired works that are a far cry from their Angelic predecessors. Who knew porcelain could get so gut wrenching? The pieces are somewhat comical but still maintain sadistically …
Wreck-It Ralph Gets Retro.
A lot of us are anticipating Disney’s newest film, Wreck-It Ralph, and the anticipation is only building with this recently released retro commercial. The film is due out November 12th 2012. [divider]SPONSORED AD[/divider] [divider][/divider] Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we …
Autumn-Q.
You may not be thinking BBQ right now but once you see this grill from Mermelada Estudio, you’ll be wearing your “Kiss the Chef” apron in no time. The Druida BBQ is adorned with an interesting grill pattern and accented with a wooden lid. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …
From the Mango Tree…
The folks at Mango Tree Ceramics have created some adorable ceramics jewelry that fits perfectly in with any bookworm’s wardrobe. Made from white clay, it’s also a great addition for poets and students! Click pics to purchase! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Gravis’ First Creative Departure.
The omni-functional footwear brand, Gravis, just recently kicked off their Creative Departures project. A whirlwind of skateboarding, art, and music, their first stop landed them in Antwerp, Belgium. The globetrotting group, consisting of photographer Ryan Allan and a few Gravis athletes, filmed in Rotterdam for few days and hit a few skate spots in Brussels before capping off the trip with a three day …
Quiet Lunch Magazine ‡ October 8th, 2012. – October 14th, 2012.
It’s the second week of Isms Month and that brings us to the issue of sexism. This week we’ll examine some aspects of sexism and we’ll also help you to identify a sexist when you see one. Also, we ask the ultimate question: Can women ever break the chains of sexism? Unflinchingly Yours, Quiet Lunch Staff. Stay Tuned! Quiet LunchQuiet …
Project Unbreakable.
Sexual assault doesn’t necessarily end once the vile act has been completed, but continues to follow the victim throughout their lives. It’s an invisible burden that has been placed upon their shoulders and is powerful enough to silence the victim. In doing so, further emotional complications may occur prompting feelings of guilt, shame, fear, and anxiety; leading them to remain …
Supreme Masochists.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]H[/su_dropcap]alloween is in the near future and we’re starting to get a hankering for blood and gore. Fortunately enough, we stumbled upon the work of Tom “Dilly” Littleson. The Melbourne born artist offers portraits of self-mutilation that you just cannot take your eyes off of. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various …
Innerverse.
“You may think I’m small, but I have a universe in my head.” – Yoko Ono. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, “Creative Sustenance Daily,” we mean it. quietlunch.com
Keeping a Clopen Mind.
Now, before we show you this item, you’ll have to pinkie swear that you won’t go around telling your friends about this kickass shelf that helps you hide your stuff. Or you can completely disregard the previous sentence, skip straight to the pictures and pin it to a Pintrest board aptly titled, “Hey, Guys! Look What I Found!” Made by …
Sie Leben!
Freelance designer Timm Kong Schneider brings life to the city with his series, They Live. Incorporating the simple use of styrofoam orbs painted with black dots, Schneider creates an array of distinguished characters out of everyday objects. The whole project is quite amusing. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …
Tweedledee.
Fall is in full swing and you know what that means, time for tweed! BEAMS PLUS released their Fall 2012 look book just recently and telling from all the press it has received over the past week, the Nep Tweed Jacket seems to be the shining star of the collection. Shop →here←. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …
Did the World Really Need Another iPhone?
When Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, he likely envisioned a new era of communication, where important messages were delivered in a convenient time span, where distant family members were only a phone call away. Sure, he probably had a few dollar signs in his eyes, but I doubt he didn’t rub his hands together maniacally at the thought that …
Fall Flowers.
The North Face has combined forces with fabric-makers Liberty to bring us a vibrant jacket and vest that are guaranteed to be the stand out pieces in your new fall wardrobe. The Liberty x The North Face Collection is available now for purchase online. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
The Pie Hole: You Say, Tomato; I Say, Sun Dried Tomato Grilled Cheese with Fresh Basil.
Winter is on the horizon and for all of you who have the luxury of owning a basil bush, we have the perfect recipe that puts that soon-to-be wilted basil to use–and the directions are as easy as cake! Sun Dried Tomato Grilled Cheese with Fresh Basil.↓ Ingredients.↓ • Fresh Basil • Mozzerella • Bread • Butter Directions.↓ First, slice bread …
Talk to the Hand.
With winter fast approaching, we know Jack Frost can make it extremely difficult to make phone calls with our smartphones–and the mittens that have removable tops are so unfashionable. Fortunately for us all, here comes hi-Fun™, a company that creates accessories that render listening to music an even more original, and multi-sensorial experience. hi-Call™ is a glove that will let you …
In Need of Love.
Once again, singer, song writer, and DJ extraordinaire, Calvin Harris proves he knows how to make us move. Teaming up with British songstress, Ellie Goulding, who lends her melodic pipes to the record, adding texture and unique flair, “I Need Your Love” will have you itching to turn up the volume, and flex your dance muscles. “I Need Your Love” …
Not So Impossible After All.
With the Socialmatic Camera still being worked on, we bring to you a company that has found their own unique way of resurrecting a technology that should have never died to begin. When Polaroid closed down in 2008, many of us were deeply saddened. Instagram quickly filled that void some years later but it failed to truly recapture the analog …
Inside Out, Outside In.
Sculptor Vasilis Asimakopoulos creates a brilliant piece that depicts a true battle of perspectives. Neuromancer engages its audience with a turbulent display of seamlessness. It is difficult to tell exactly who is intruding upon whom or who is escaping what. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but …
Classic Penguin Mugs.
We’ve covered art that parodied classic Penguin Book titles but today we bring you a more sincere Penguin related item. No title doctored titles that hang their hats on dark wit, just a chance to be even furthered surrounded by some of your favorite classics. The colder seasons are arriving and you’ll definitely want one of these mugs with you …
A Temporary Death…
“Apparently orgasm is the only point where your mind becomes completely empty—you think of nothing for that second. That’s why it’s so compelling—it’s a tiny taste of death. Your mind is void—you have nothing in your head save white light.” – Jeff Buckley. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and …
Romney Style.
Last night’s debate was a doozy. We’re not particularly a fan of all his policies but last night in Denver, Mitt Romney’s policies hardly even mattered–mainly because he completely abandoned some of them. But that isn’t our point. The point is, in most Americans eyes, Romney won that debate; and after trailing behind in the polls for some time now, …
On-Screen Measurements.
For those of you who aren’t too keen on doing ALL of your work on a computer, UI Stencils has invented a product that is perfect for web designers who also love to work with their hands. The Pixel Ruler measures pixels, giving its user exact measurements that are highly useful for screen-size sketching. If you think it could be …
Happy 20th Cartoon Network!
When you were growing up, were you a fan of Looney Tunes? How about Foster’s Home For Imaginary Friends? Did you admire Courage the Cowardly Dog’s loyalty in the face of implausible horror? Laugh at Johnny Bravo’s oblivious posturing while secretly kind of envying his persistence? Did you know Dexter’s pain as he built his massive hidden laboratory? How it …
Wood Tapping.
Technology never ceases to amaze us. Finally a product has come along that combines the staying power of Nature and the wonders of modern technology: the Orée Wooden keyboard. Made from a solid piece of either Maple or Walnut (your choice), the Orée keyboard is a handmade, customizable, wireless, and portable keyboard that is compatible with any device that has Bluetooth… …
When the Smoke Clears.
Artist Luka Klikovac uses his AlterActio to bend the worlds of smoke and liquid. The result gives way to a forum of contrast that resembles that of heaven and hell. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, “Creative Sustenance Daily,” …
At the Same Damn Time.
It’s something we all wished we had the power to do. Heck, there was even a prototype on the TV show, Big Bang Theory — which we only watched that particular episode because Steve Wozniak made an appearance but that’s besides the point. Can you imagine if you could be at the office without being at the office? No need to …
Learning Kung Fu.
We recently came across Retro Su$hi and featured their hit video “Stayin’ True” a couple of weeks ago. This week they dropped their new mixtape, Kung Fu in Japan. We took a listen and it’s really good. The rhythmic beats coupled with a smooth left coast flow made our listen of this project an enjoyable journey from beginning to end. …
Black Milk x Star Wars.
I am a purist. For those of you who are Star Wars fans, you know what I mean. For those of you who aren’t fans, you’re probably not reading this post, so it doesn’t matter if I explain what I mean. Like many Star Wars fans, I am always looking for some heady paraphernalia for decorative purposes or wear. Unfortunately …
Creatures of the Forest.
Artist Jonas Brodin mixes media to bring us his series, Creatures of the Forest. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, “Creative Sustenance Daily,” we mean it. quietlunch.com
Blind Whores.
Peep this cool shirt from the folks over at Wordboner. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we say, “Creative Sustenance Daily,” we mean it. quietlunch.com