ome are waiting for the rapture, some are waiting for a gigantic spaceship. Evan Roth, however, is waiting for the Notorious B.I.G.’s music to become public domain. Titled christopher-george-latore-wallace.com, Roth’s clever multimedia project includes a large scale counter, a sleek looking wristwatch, and a dedicated website. The project is inspired by U.S. copyright law which states that an artist’s body of work become …
Mary Whalley. | Ornamental Thoughtfulness.
lthough it has been a while since the project first debuted, the charm of Mary Whalley‘s Ornamental Thoughtfulness still resonates to this day. Over the span of six weeks, Whalley installed a series of small hands throughout central Wellington. These hands were installed with various tokens of generosity and thoughtfulness. Some took these tokens, but there were also others that made …
Our Rocky Relationship with Adrien.
ainter Adrien Patout‘s work can be disturbing. In fact, this is why we love it so much. It moves us, stirring up odd sentiments that lie dormant on most days. Patout rebels against cool, opting for a poetically grotesque aesthetic that is confrontational, hard hitting, and metaphysically memorable. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …
The Blossoming Limzy.
im Zhi Wei, affectionately known as Limzy, makes brilliant use of plant life in her works. Limzy pieces features an array of flowers reincarnated as flowing gowns, frilly skirts, and rippling tutus. Limzy also dips a toe in popular culture, depicting such subjects like Lupita Nyong’o, Maleficent, and the Instagram logo. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …
Folding Chair by Revol Design.
evol Design plays on the theme of convenience with their Folding Chair. Inspired by pop-up books, the project includes a chair and an ottoman–both easily assembled through a few brief steps. The Folding Chair and Ottoman The two would more than likely work perfectly in a small apartment given their ability to fold right up. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a …
Natalya Explains It All. | @NatalyaLobanova
atalya Lobanova embraces her melancholy with a series of endearingly downtrodden illustrations. While not all of Lobanova’s work is super bummed, she maintains a sagacious tone throughout her pieces, guiding us through life’s discomforts. She achieves this knowing tone with seeming pretentious, preachy or whiny–ironically maintaining an untouchable vulnerability. We hope Natalya Lobanova stays sad forever. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Long Live the King. | King Buzzo at Brighton Music Hall.
King Buzzo at Brighton Music Hall, Allston, MA — July 10, 2014 uzz Osborne, or King Buzzo to the music-loving world, turns 50 this year. For more than 30 of those years he’s been fronting his legendary punk/metal/experimental/noise/whatever trio, The Melvins with odd side projects dotting his career landscape. He’s worked with arena-sized bands, punk legends, ambient noise-artists, but this …
Keep Your Hands Folded.
econnecting man and nature, this Folded Hands porcelain planter from SCULPTUREinDESIGN is a shining example of nurture. Although the images here feature a prickly cactus, there is a warmth and harmony in the piece that offers positive commentary on the relationship between human beings and the environment. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …
Reverie Sleep. | Synchrodogs.
everie Sleep is a surreal series from the duo Synchrodog. Trippy, yet tranquil, Reverie Sleep transports you to a deserted world in which life and vibrancy is left completely isolated. 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,” …
Antwon. |x| Wiki. | “Metro Nome”
apper Antwon teamed up with RATKING’s Wiki for the simmering summer single, “Metro Nome.” While the track and its video (directed by Ramez Silyan) is a seemingly mellow and hazy affair, Antwon and Wiki’s flow brings the raucous. “Metro Nome” can be found on Heavy Hearted In Doldrums. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
EO1 and Done.
he folks at Electronic Objects are turning heads with the EO1, a framed high-definition screen and integrated computer that hangs on your wall and brings art from the Internet into your home. Art has experienced new life on the web and this innovation makes that reality far less virtual. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …
Minke. | Papeles de Cine.
Papeles de Cine (Papers for Characters) by Minke is a visual ode to some of film’s most popular characters. Depicting movies such as Frankenstein, Jaws, Rear Window, and more, Minke’s effort come in the form of clever paper sculpture. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …
Martha and Ash. | Navajo Ikat Stool Ottoman.
s soon as you lay eyes on Martha and Ash‘s Navajo Ikat Stool Ottoman, you get the urge kick up your feet and call it a day. Sporting an amalgamation of vibrant colors including bold orange, turquoise, purple and rust on a tan background, the Navajo Ikat Stool Ottoman is only one of the many charming handmade items available at Martha …
World Cup Kit 001. | Black Ivy.
ith the World Cup finally reaching its peak, we thought it would be a good times to highlight Black Ivy‘s World Cup Kit 001. The collection embodies the prime principle of diversity; a principle that is shared both by Black Ivy and the World Cup. World Cup Kit 001 features futbol jerseys adorned with “Black Ivy” in their respective languages. …
Fur. | Can Pekdemir.
stanbul based artist Can Pekdemir visually expounds on the concept of abnormal growth in his series, Fur I. Depicting subjects overcome by hair and fur, the series is offbeat but enchanting. 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 …
“Fade” | Kane Mayfield.
fter a constructive hiatus, rapper Kane Mayfield has staged a blistering return with the ironically titled “Fade.” Just when it seemed like Mayfield had disappeared into thin air, he graces with us a raw lyrical diatribe that lets listeners know that he hasn’t lost a step or skipped a beat. “Fade” is said to be the very first breadcrumb on …
Quiet Lunch Magazine. | Book No. 1 | Available NOW! |
oday is the day that we start shipping out the first printed edition of Quiet Lunch Magazine–but it looks as if some have gotten their hands on a copy a little earlier than expected. Legendary director Spike Lee did the right thing and grabbed a copy of Book N°1–and so should you by securing your own copy today! Our first print effort …
Amarist. |x| Alejandro Monge. | Too Much?
marist and Alejandro Monge came together to create a powerful dining table that speaks volumes. Essentially Too Much? is much more than a dining table. It is a clever socioeconomic critique that has conveniently manifested itself in the form of home decor. For the project, Amarist lends its signature geometric design while Monge lends his ability to create realistic plastic sculpture. Too …
Surf’s Up. | Jiro Bevis.
llustrator Jiro Bevis skillfully blends punk with pop in his most recent illustrations. Bevis’ aesthetic falls somewhere between a Lichtenstein and Superjail. His illustrations are nihilistic, but purposeful–endeared with the faint stench of sweet nostalgia. 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 …
Lighter, Faster. | Xhxix.
e checked up on Xhxix and found that the artist’s work as evolved somewhat since we last spoke. While Xhxix’s signature style has remained, there are some new elements that we cannot quite put our fingers on. The work feels lighter somehow, more agile. We did find an illustration of a female, a first for Xhxix who usually favors male …
Alessandro Puccinelli. | A Van in the Sea.
espite Matt Foley‘s incessant warnings, living in a van near a body of water looks quite serene in Alessandro Puccinelli‘s series, A Van in the Sea. Drenched in calm, the series is literary a collection of photographs featuring a van near the sea. Seems simple, but it is the kind of simple that places the viewer in a comforting realm …
FLSHVN. | AirStrike.
openhagen based fashion label FLSHVN (FALSEHAVEN) just released an excessively dope visual editorial. Accompanied by a trill A$AP FERG mix, the video features some of FLSHVN’s newest pieces. In fact, an extensive spread of their newest collection can be found in our first printed issue, available now for PRE-ORDER. In the meantime, check out the video below and delve into …
Quake Pendants. | Head & Haft.
ead & Haft brings us the Quake Pendants, a disc shaped lamp made from quality hand turned timber. Possessing an organic fungi-like appearance, the Quake Pendants’ design creates a trembling effect–hence the name. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational tinge. When we …
Birds of a Paper Feather. | Diana Beltrane Herrera.
iana Beltrane Herrera is well known for her realistic paper sculpture of birds. This time around she collaborates with Gecko Group and Longwood Gardens to create 6 garden bird species that can be found across Longwood’s 1,077 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows. Herrera freely admits that she spent a great deal of time on the pieces, and it shows. Each bird …
Haim. |x| A$AP Ferg. | “My Song 5” REMIX.
aim teamed up with A$AP Ferg for a remix of “My Song 5”. At first glance, this coupling looks to be an odd one, but listeners will quickly find out that it is a match made in music heaven. The track opens with a thumping beat and an excerpt from Ferg’s signature line, “talk to me nice or don’t talk …
TGC039. | Tangent Garment Care.
ou know what they say about a man with well kept shoes… he probably owns a Small Shoe Care Set from Tangent Garment Care. Okay, that may not be the accurate phrasing, but it doesn’t change the fact that TGC’s Small Shoe Care Set is a great and convenient way to keep your shoes in tip top shape. So, while …
Kitty Cash. |x| SZA. | Moodring.
oday saw the premiere of Kitty Cash‘s “Moodring.” Featuring TDE first lady SZA, “Moodring” is a track that is true to its name, churning with an ethereal emotion that is bolstered by the stellar production of Felix Snow. The song comes off of Cash’s forthcoming mixtape, Love The Free Vol. II, due out July 22nd. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot …
Busk and Bask. | Loess Wrap Clutch Case.
usk and Bask offers a simply stylish clutch that is absolutely ideal for the summer season. The loess | wrap clutch case is cut and crafted from a single piece of premium 5/6 oz vegetable tanned leather and its construction is 100% stitchless. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …
Don’t Forget the Apostrophe.
postrophe, one of New York’s creative havens, is seeking to reopen its doors and it need your help. Headed by Sei Smith and Ki Smith, Apostrophe was founded in the summer of 2012 and served as a magnet for young creatives before building code issues forced its closure in the Fall. But Apostrophe was not about to just ride off …
Confetti Credenza. | Moving Mountains.
he Confetti Credenza by Moving Mountains is a great find for anyone who wants to giving their home a festive, but minimal appeal. Despite its playful appearance, the Confetti Credenza is a quality work of art. The door and drawer fronts are made from solid and veneered Maple. The frame and base are crafted from blackened steel; and the case …
Black Dogs Project. | Fred Levy.
f 1 is the loneliest number, then black is the loneliest color. Inspired by a conversation about how black dogs have a harder time getting adopted than other dogs, photographer Fred Levy began the Black Dogs Project, a photographic homage to canine noir. The Black Dogs Project features a curated roster of lovable black canines placed against a solid black background. Levy captures …
Cizmic the Comic.
Seyo Cizmic hardly takes anything seriously. But although the artist’s humor is evident, Cizmic ability to dismantle societal constructs is no laughing matter. 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
Better With Flowers. | Antonio Rodrigues Jr.
etter With Flowers is a vulgar, but conceptually sound, project by Antonio Rodrigues Jr. Using beautiful flowers to depict words that are often frowned upon, Rodrigues creates a worthy contrast that addresses the art of delivery–in other words, it’s not what is being said, but how it is being said. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …
Heads Win. | Valentin Leonida.
llustrator and 3D developer Valentin Leonida conduct a study on heads that is guaranteed to turn a few heads. Featuring exquisite linework and off-the-wall aesthetics, the series of drawings resemble vintage medical illustrations. 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 …
When in Lima.
aykel Lima‘s work is caught in a conceptual limbo between new age noir and cryptic surrealism. Lima’s tone is a serious one, but it only enhances the aesthetic of the work. The pieces have an air of mystery and an everlasting intrigue. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …
This is Real Fxcking Life. | Katy Tee.
here is nothing more real than this Katy tee–well, real life is more real, but you get our point. This tee comes in a stern, no-nonsense grey cloud melange. Shop it → here! ← 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 …
Duffy London. | The Abyss Table.
xploring the concept of depth, The Abyss Table by Christopher Duffy has a topographic allure that is outright entrancing. With the help of his team at Duffy London, Duffy crafted a table that resembles a majestic ocean floor. The Abyss Table is made from glass and high grade wood from Forest Stewardship Council managed forests. There are only 25 of …
L’imposture. | Véronique Buist.
ltering memories through mixed media art, Véronique Buist‘s work is neo-classic. L’imposture features a series of vintage photographs that transform after encountering various mediums such as paint, embroidery, and illustration. 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 …
Time by the Letters. | Qlocktwo Wall Clock.
hile the Qlocktwo Wall Clock stands out because of its design, we are far more impressed by the clock’s functionality. The Qlocktwo Wall Clock delivers time in a literary sense, using words instead of numbers–and to a gaggle of writers who are constantly adhering to deadlines and rushing off to interviews, having the time given to us through words (and …
Vintage 1946 Croix 9.
ith sticky temperatures rising and the sun growing dangerously to the Earth–you know, because it’s summer and all–these Vintage 1946 Croix 9 Reversible Shorts are just what you need to distract you from the heat. Boasting an eye-catching pattern and an old school aesthetic, these imported shorts are 100% cotton and are fully reversible! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot …
Visiting Mom and Dad. | M. Younker.
om and dad is a warm, intimate series by Michael Younker. However brief, mom and dad proves to be charming and latently cheeky. The feeling is so genuine, we wouldn’t be surprised if thess were actual photographs of Younker’s family. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …
Holographic Conjuration. | Leo Eguiarte.
pplying his works to circuit boards, Leo Eguiarte creates a conceptual contrast that somehow blossoms into a happy marriage. Using geometric aesthetics as an adhesive, Holographic Conjuration play host to an unexpected bond between technology and nature. Blue skies are given intricate, vacant patterns that resemble some kind of tranquil virtual reality. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …
Dunkerque – Barcelone par Voie Terrestre. | Suzy Lelièvre.
uzy Lelièvre takes drastic measures to document the land route between Dunkirk and Barcelona. Dunkerque – Barcelone par Voie Terrestre (Dunkirk-Barcelona by Land) sees a clever alteration to a traditional ruler resulting in an accurate depiction of the route–which is the genesis of the standard meter officially defined in 1791 by the Academy of Sciences. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication …
Lost in Paradise. | Alex Gardner.
lex Gardner concocts a comforting mixture of surrealism and melancholy with his series of paintings. A number of the subjects, onyx skinned and faceless, look to be in precarious positions; but because of their feature-less faces, they seem unfettered by their circumstances. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with …
Meanwhile On Venus. | Orianne Lopes.
Orianne Lopes takes us to another planet with her series, Venus. Surrealistically carnal and abstract, Venus offers odd commentary on the issues of sexuality and body image. 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. …