Inspired by the palettes of Helen Frankenthaler, duo Alexandra Segreti and Kelly Rakowski of New Friends have taken their own signature approach to the famous painter’s color schemes. The Helens, as they are so affectionately named, are two textile pieces made from hand dyed wools and raffia. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of …
An Encounter with Silence.
Over Unto Silence by photographic artist Jessica Tremp is an encompassing series that finds it subjects submerged in their biotic surroundings. In an era that is currently being driven by technological innovation and gadget consumption, Over Unto Silence series appears to be a return to the organic–an artistic ode to naturalism and a latent journey through the seasons. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
The Span of Time.
We are absolutely in love with the work of Diane Meyer. Wedding embroidery with photography, Time Spent That Might Otherwise Be Forgotten is a warm, intimate series of her life’s journey. “This series is based on photographs taken at various points in my life and arranged by location. Sections of the images have been obscured through a layer of embroidered pixels …
NEW Music | No. III.
Here at Quiet Lunch Magazine we’re always listening to music. In the shower, on the can–our affinity for music never takes a break and it’s about time that we infect you with our disease. So, the QL staff has curated a 5-song SoundCloud EP consisting of fresh, groove-worthy tunes that we feel are worth a listen. Each installment is done by the numbers and …
ōrāre.
Los Angeles based photographer Joseph Alexander highlights simplicity through contrast in his series, ōrāre. Also taking inspiration from religious iconography and religious garbs, Alexander creates a stern but elegant presentation that resonates with stark power. 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 …
Mack Weldon. | Silver Launch Party.
This week Mack Weldon threw an exclusive celebration for the launch of their latest collection, Silver. Tested by NASA, US Special Forces and Olympic Athletes, the Silver collection is made mostly from Pima Cotton and features patented X-Static XT2 Technology, an antimicrobial fabric that helps to fight odor. Quiet Lunch was amongst the curious attendees who gathered at The Blind Barber to …
Lullaby by Kane.
Kane Mayfield isn’t exactly a noob when it comes to rap music, but his latest track, “Sleep,” emits a refreshing confidence that can only be possessed by an artist that has settled into a creative groove. Mayfield is establishing his brand; and the result is signature word play, thoughtful content, and rotation friendly songs like “Sleep.” Also, see if you …
The Depth of Aesthetics.
Artist Marit Bijkerk toys with gravity in her series, Draden in de Diepte (Threads in the Depth). Employing the simple tactic of poking a needle and thread through a piece of paper, Bijkerk melds photography, typography, and an artistic use of physics. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with …
Becca Allen. | Heartlands.
Commissioned by A-Side Studio, Becca Allen‘s mural at the Heartlands World Heritage Site in Cornwall, England is a vibrant patchwork of color and patterns. Although is a designer by trade, Allen is more of a jack of all trades, expressing her creativity in a number of different mediums. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of …
Working Up An Appetite.
Sarah Tyson‘s Breakfast or Brunch is a tasteful series that combines portraiture with the breakfast and brunch foods. It is the concept of awkward placement that make Breakfast or Brunch an intriguing and fun series. The young Wisconsin based photographer has an affinity for subtle surrealism. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
Nomadic Furnishing.
The Tipi shelving modular system is a creative and interactive furniture concept that appeals to the modern nomad. Tipi can be easily constructed, deconstructed, and transported. It can also be personalized according to the user’s specification. Inspired by a year-long trip around the world, Assaf Israel of Joynout Studios designed the shelving system with the idea of embracing change. Quiet LunchQuiet …
Love is Daft.
V-Day is just around the corner and despite the pungent waft of love and affection, there are still a substantial amount of love starved curmudgeons who could care less about the holiday. But who is to say that those love starved curmudgeons don’t deserve love too? Showcasing the dark side of love, these cards by Daft Squirrel are perfect for …
William S. Burroughs Turns 100 at Munch Gallery.
Had William Seward Burroughs lived, he would be celebrating his 100th birthday this week. But let’s not get caught up in the couldas and wouldas, we are happy to find out that Munch Gallery will be celebrating the writer’s legacy by holding a special 24 hour reading. Starring Marshall Weber (who has been doing these specific types of marathon readings …
Guess x Marie Claire Celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Join Guess, Marie Claire, and DJ Jamieson Hill for a pre-Valentine’s Day soiree on 5th Avenue! Attendees will be able get the scoop on their love life through fortune teller readings and can also make memories in the cozy sweetheart photobooth for two! Festivities take place Wednesday February 5th from 6-9pm. Follow the instructions above to RSVP! Hurry, the list …
More Than a Few Scribbles.
Possessing an artful grotesqueness and Picasso-esque deconstructionism, Sam Whalen‘s work is uninhibited and tactfully reckless. Whalen’s pieces may seem erratic scribbles without purpose or guidance, but further examination of reveals intricate details and layers of abstract portraiture. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Manready. | Golden Axe.
ehold! The Golden Axe by Manready. Marvel at its exquisite craftsmanship. Cower in the wake of its bloodthirsty opulence. Sporting a gold dipped axe head and 33″ hickory handle, the Gold Axe is an extravagant take on a traditional cutting tool that has been around for centuries. Although the axe isn’t necessarily made for traditional, it makes for an intriguing visual …
Happily Ever After. | Saving Mr. Banks.
When Walt Disney met author P.L. Travers to obtain the rights to her book Mary Poppins, something unexpected took place. The new film Saving Mr. Banks by director John Lee Hancock explores the unique relationship between two timeless creative forces. Tom Hanks plays Mr. Disney with a disarmingly gentle touch, boasting and smirking his way through every scene. However, Emma Thompson steals the show, …
Outdoor Simplicity.
With all the cold weather as of late, the concept of outdoor furniture shopping seems farfetched and outright insane; but, just in case you forgot, insanity is our brand and we embrace it with every article written–especially this one. The Lancaster Outdoor Table and Bench by Kagu Studio are minimalistic pieces that are capable of accenting any backyard or patio. Sporting …
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