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60 Americans. | Curated by Noah Becker, Terrence Sanders & Alexander Venet.

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Mary HurtMary E. Hurt is a curatorial assistant, art handler, and writer living in Brooklyn. She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with a degree in Art History in 2013. After a depressing experience working for an infamous vanity gallery in Chelsea, Mary began establishing a freelance network to depend on, assisting established and avant-garde artists in curation, installation, website development, …

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Jupiter. | Peter Tarka.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]H[/su_dropcap]ooded and masked up, Peter Tarka‘s Jupiter series is an abstract composite of color and form. Tarka, hailing out of Warsaw, Poland, is a brilliant graphic designer and illustrator who has some awesome creative experiments up his sleeve. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …

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Rackless. | Brandon Knowlden.

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If there is one thing that is making our lives more difficult is the time we take to properly hook our keys onto key racks. Well, thanks to Brandon Knowlden and his Rackless key rack, we no longer have waste our time fiddling with nonsensical hooks and whatnot. It may seem like magic, but Knowlden actually incorporates magnetism into this …

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NEW Music | “Vitamin D” | Kane Mayfield.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]K[/su_dropcap]ane Mayfield recently released a track from his new album Return of Rap. Just a slice of an immaculately baked cake, “Vitamin D” gives you a taste of what is proving to be one of rap’s quiet successes. “Vitamin D is more of an answer to all the racially charged stuff that is being rocket launched at us …

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Paint in 3D. | Grace Helmer.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap]rtist Grace Helmer‘s most recent experiments with 3D painting has caught our eye. Helmer definitely takes the opportunity to toy with our perception this time around, flirting with dimensional extremes.   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 …

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Hello! | Carlos ARL.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap] little creative vulgarity can do wonders for your surroundings. If you are interested in sprucing up your living space, Carlos ARL‘s Hello! tapestry will add some artistic attitude to your walls.   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 …

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प्यार के साथ भारत से. (From India with Love)| Sébastien Lamothe.

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ne half of our in-house jet-setting duo, Sébastien Lamothe took a solo trip to India early this spring and brought back some visual goodies for your viewing pleasure. Lamothe captured India in all its cultural glory, visiting various regions and soaking up the delightful energy. Check out other entries from the “… with Love” series! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot …

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YotaPhone 2. | World’s First Dual-Screen Smartphone.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]”T[/su_dropcap]his is the smartphone to end all smartphones”—we have all heard that before. But what if it was actually true this time? The YotaPhone 2 is the world’s first dual-screen smartphone, combining the features of a premium Android smartphone with the benefits of an Electronic Paper Display. The design makes it perfect for e-reading and its potent battery life, …

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Decension. | Anish Kapoor.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]E[/su_dropcap]veryone is talking about Anish Kapoor‘s Descension. The second incarnation of the installment was hosted by Galleria Continua in a former movie theater in San Gimignano, Italy. Although the exhibition concluded on May 9th, art enthusiasts are still marveling at the sheer power of its concept and the ingenuity involved its installation Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …

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Afroista |x| Quiet Lunch presents Afro’s Afterwork.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]he People’s Muse is gearing up for another edition of Afro’s Afterwork. Afroista is hosting yet another night of creative building and intermingling, this time at The Lodge Gallery (131 Chrystie Street). The gathering will also celebrate the soft launch of her new website! So, if you are looking to stretch the holiday out just a tad, JOIN …

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Harlem EatUp! | The Stroll: A Grand Tasting Experience.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]I[/su_dropcap]t is safe to say that The Stroll: A Grand Tasting Experience was the centerpiece of Harlem EatUp. Hosted inside of Morningside Park, The Stroll included a gallery of eateries that concocted delicious dishes for the hungry bellies strolling by. Notable noshing stations included Corner Social, Harlem Shake, The Sylvia Center, Lolo’s Seafood Shack and Lido Restaurant. Check out some …

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NEW Music! | El Yunque. | Youceff Kabal.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]Y[/su_dropcap]ouceff Kabal‘s newest album, El Yunque, could not have come at a better time. Not only does the “feelgoodness” of the record go perfectly with the oncoming warm weather, it is literally a well produced chill pill made to combat all of the current ills of the world. War, politics, classism, racism, GMOs and genocide all seem to take …

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Harlem EatUp! | The 5 and Diamond featuring Chef Joseph Hayes III |x| Chef Marvin Woods.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]he first annual Harlem Eatup! Festival took place this past weekend. A throng of insatiable taste buds and empty stomachs made their way uptown for some savory eats. Quiet Lunch was also on the culinary prowl, first paying a visit to The 5 and Diamond which featured dishes by Chef Joseph Hayes III and Chef Marvin Woods. Our photographer …

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Heaven On Earth. | Shirin Abedinirad.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]S[/su_dropcap]hirin Abedinirad‘s Heaven on Earth is nothing short of beautiful. Abedinirad takes a simple approach to conveying a rather lofty concept; the result is an ingeniously endearing interpretation of an oft utter phrase. 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. …

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The Pie Hole. | Jerked Sriracha Roast Pork Tacos with Kiwi Salsa Verde by Lady and Pups.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]I[/su_dropcap]s it Tacos Tuesday or Taco Thursday? Either way, we could care less because there isn’t a day in the week that isn’t suitable for eating tacos. Today’s tasty taco recipe comes from Lady and Pups. These Jerked Sriracha Roast Pork Tacos with Kiwi Salsa Verde is a delicious unification of culinary culture, bringing the heat from various parts …

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More Than Girl Talk. | Laura Callaghan.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]L[/su_dropcap]aura Callaghan‘s work is a sneak attack drenched in feminine energy. Using a mixture of sarcasm and 90s aesthetic, Callaghan tars and feathers some of our most prevalent social paradigms. She also manages to do it in style, incorporating noticeable elements of fashion and eye-catching couture. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …

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Daybed. | Martin Høgh Olsen.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]W[/su_dropcap]e spend at least 89% of our life doing stuff, creating a need to amplify your comfort when you’re not doing stuff. Made from ash wood, Martin Høgh Olsen‘s daybed has a break free design that takes you away from it all. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …

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Tribes. | Kevin Nelson Dao.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]K[/su_dropcap]evin Nelson Dao is a documentary and portrait photographer, based in Brooklyn since 2011, who recently invited strangers through the dating site GRINDR to participate in his ongoing series. Throughout his career, Kevin’s portraiture has explored themes of self-preservation and social responsiveness. As in his last project, The Wallpaper Portraits, Kevin gave his models little to no direction, encouraging the sitter …

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NEW Music! | “Higher” | Kwamie Liv.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]B[/su_dropcap]reathy and loving, Kwamie Liv‘s new single “Higher” is a pleasant tune with a supportive message. With songs like these, Kawmie Liv is proving herself to be a promising newcomer. Download her last EP, Lost in the Girl, and get familiar.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and …

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Gruff Enough. | Kimbo Gruff.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]K[/su_dropcap]imbo Gruff, a Paris born artist currently based in Germany, has a unique style that is laced with visceral humor. His latest projects Stay Vague and Charming Teeth, are perfect examples of what Kimbo Gruff is capable of.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …

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NEW Music! | “Spirals” (Feat. King Deco) | Sound Remedy. |x| Illenium.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]P[/su_dropcap]roducers Sound Remedy and Illenium teamed up for a new track called “Spirals.” Written by King Deco and Kinetics, “Spiral” is a smooth, rhythmic tune that embodies the magic of the summer.   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 …

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Legacy of War II: Toy Soldiers. | Simon B. Thrope.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]I[/su_dropcap]n the series, Legacy of War II: Toy Soldiers, photographer Simon B. Thrope calls attention to the 4oth anniversary of the conflict that rages on in the Western Sahara. Thrope had the help of actually soldiers who posed in typical toy soldier fashion. The series as a whole addresses whether or not warfare has become a common novelty, …

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The Pie Hole. | Easy Baked Chicken Egg Rolls by Seeded at the Table.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]oday’s recipe comes from Nikki Gladd at Seeded at the Table. These Easy Baked Chicken Egg Rolls are not only easy—hence the title—but they are also healthy. Because they are baked and not fried, you don’t have to feel guilty when you wolf them down by the fistfuls.   Get the Recipe! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot …

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Love or Chaotic Pendulum. | Ozge Cone.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]D[/su_dropcap]o you know the difference between love and a chaotic pendulum? Artist Ozge Cone poses that very question in the series, Love or Chaotic Pendulum. Seems so hard to tell.   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 …

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A Harry Situation. | Harry Mckenzie.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]I[/su_dropcap]t would be easy to just call Harry Mckenzie‘s work emo. But there is a little more going on than that. Mckenzie, an illustrator based in the UK, evokes an existential charm that elevates his pieces to more endearing and ironically meaningful heights.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …

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The Perfect Square Palette. | Lernert and Sanders.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]D[/su_dropcap]utch artists Lernert and Sander plays with our perception of common food items. They take random ingredients and cut them into perfect cubes, measuring 2.5cm x 2.5cm x 2.5cm. After being published by a local dutch paper, the hypnotic images have gone viral. Check out a few selects below! – via Stone Diesel Kareem Gonsalves

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The Procrastination of a Nation. | No Fun Press.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]L[/su_dropcap]et’s face it. You have a hard time getting shit done; and there is no reason you should be ashamed of that. Some of the most famous figures of our time never got shit done. Procrastination is a privilege, own it. No. Literally own it. Procrastination Patch.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …

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Yoko Ono’s One Woman Show (1960 – 1971) at the MoMA.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]here is no question as to how instrumental Yoko Ono has been in shaping the facets of performance and experimental art. Her creative whims contributed to an overall spark that set the arts in a new, ingenious direction. Yoko Ono: One Woman Show (1960 – 1971) is a sweet gathering of Ono’s early years. The exhibition includes approximately 125 of her …

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Art Desks. | E. Brady Robinson.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]P[/su_dropcap]hotographer E. Brady Robinson has found an angle. Her latest book, Art Desks, takes a candid look into the creative process. Photographing various work spaces, Robinson has decided to appropriate the concept of portraiture by turning her lens on the place where the work is created rather than the work itself. Robinson recently held a book signing at Peter …

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Athina Peacetime. | Achilleas Razis.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]hings can get boring when someone is forcing you to look through their vacation photos, but when Achilleas Razis presents his voyeuristic visuals, it’s a lot different. Although the Greek born painter’s aesthetic resembles a tourist’s photo album, the lively color and distinguished technique proves that Razis’ work is far more complicated that amateur snapshots. There is a …

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Bill Nye Sets (Light)Sail with New Kickstarter Campaign.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]O[/su_dropcap]kay, we’re going to get right to the nitty gritty. Space exploration is getting expensive and everyone’s favorite Science Guy needs our help. Bill Nye and The Planetary Society—which Nye is CEO of—are working to revitalize a technology that once proposed about 100 years in the form of the LightSail, a revolutionary solar sailing spacecraft. Using solar propulsion …

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“BOY” (Feat. Jace of Two-9) | BOSCO.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]F[/su_dropcap]resh off her Fool’s Gold signing, BOSCO continues to play no games with her new single, “BOY.” The titular song comes off her upcoming BOY EP. Truthfully, after her sweet hiatus, we could not be happier to see BOSCO on the scene. Her warm vocals are proof of summer imminent arrival.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …

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About Head. | Eloy Morales at Jonathan Levine Gallery.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]P[/su_dropcap]ainter Eloy Morales is debuting a new show at Jonathan LeVine Gallery. About Head will feature fresh works from Morales who is known for texture, accuracy and detail. The solo exhibition open on May 16th and runs through June 13th.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …

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Zero Hour. | Priti Kahar.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap]s if a clock didn’t carry enough significance, Priti Kahar heightens that significance in Zero Hour. The Indian artist documents the times with sociopolitical accuracy, trading numbers and hands for more symbolic components.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …

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NEW Music. | “CUNTMAFIA Anthem (BoomBap Remix)” | Contessa Stuto.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]U[/su_dropcap]nless you are one of those absolutists who think New York is a hollowed out corpse of culture, you would know that CUNTMAFIA does a shit load of carrying around these parts. We are happy to announce that the lifeblood of New York’s bubbling subculture finally has an anthem; and it’s about fucking time. Mother of the Underground …

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The Pie Hole. | Quinteassentials. |x| Alberto Seveso.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]I[/su_dropcap]n search of a new look, Cheshire based tea company Quinteassentials recently teamed up with artist Alberto Seveso. Quinteassential needed a look that matches their exclusively designed blends and who better to collaborate with than Seveso, an artist known for his exclusive aesthetic. Each design is meant to engage the drinker on multiple sensory levels. Visit Quinteassential today and …

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Licht. | Simon Schubert.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]G[/su_dropcap]erman born artist Simon Schubert continues to toy with our perception in his latest series, Licht. Schubert, who is known for his works with paper, brilliantly skews the concept of spatial recognition. 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 …

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The Geronimo Chair. | Modernhaus.

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[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]he Geronimo chair is one of those pieces of furniture that relies on a simplistic structure but still has a story to tell. Made by Modernhaus, the Geronimo chair is a sturdy oak piece with a Pendleton wool seat. The Navajo motif is a conceptual nod to American history.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication …