lexandra and Anastasia Agafonova of co-meta are using their creative efforts to produce a project that visually expounds “Cymatics,” a term coined by the Swiss scientist Hans Jenny for the visualization of sounds and waves with the powder. Supervised by Prof. Andreas Muxel and Prof. Carolin Höfler, Ferrarium intensively studies the properties and characteristics of iron powder.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a …

ictoria Wagner‘s Woodrocks cultivates a blissful conceptual marriage between gem and wood, two organic materials with opposing aesthetics. The pieces have an air of alchemy, as if Wagner created these pieces through some kind of unearthly magic. While our description of the series is a bit more “out there,” the inspiration behind the concept is far more down to Earth. Each hand-planed …

ecent works by painter Will Cotton can be aptly described as ethereal and saccharinus. The pieces are also amazingly hyperrealistic, putting the viewer under the impression that some elaborate set was created during their making. Cotton displays great skill in these sugary masterpieces, capturing texture and lighting to a unbelievable tee.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …

isceral and somewhat plaintive, Robert Malte Engelsmann‘s If You Can’t See is a series of illustrations that cry out to the human subconscious. A guttural bellow wafts throughout the pieces, giving way to a sternly abstract visual narrative. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …

kin to Kanye West’s “Through the Wire,” Amy Allison‘s My Story is a conceptual memoir of an individual battling jaw ailments. A graphic design student in her final year at Wanganui School of Design, Allison explains the project in her own words: “At the time of making these images I was in the midst of having major jaw surgery. With this on my …

here is a soothing allure to Ryan Tippery‘s Line Studies. Tippery—who relies heavily on his linework—makes good use of the exercise, creating effortless portraits of texture and movement.     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 …

urns out photographer Vilde Rolfsen released a sequel to her successful Plastic Bag Landscape series. Although Rolfsen did a decent job of building on what is a brilliant concept, the images from the second series are not as strong. Nonetheless, we look forward to future installments. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …

asha Kurmaz‘s work leans on a familiar Dali-esque aesthetic but achieves its own conceptual independence with a library of curated iconography. The Ukrainian photographer’s ability to cryptically arrange each item is uncanny. You can’t help but assume that Kurmaz is trying to send you an arcane message using scenes from surreal landscapes; presenting amalgams of abstract nostalgia yearning to be deciphered. …

fter surprise releasing her debut album, Broke with Expensive Taste, Azealia Banks continues her beautiful ruckus with visuals for “Chasing Time.” The video, directed by Marc Klasfeld and produced by Nina Dluhy-Miller, sports a surreal, futuristic motif and features Banks proving to everyone that she is indeed a triple threat. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …

ames Clarkson‘s work relies heavily on repurposing. The London based artist has a proclivity for upcycling everyday odd and ends into abstract sculpture. His pieces are unsuspecting at first. The minimal aesthetics cause you to drop your guard before realizing the sheer brilliance in their simplicity.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various …

e recently discovered some stunning new works from Sam Chirnside. The pieces, STIMULI and VITARKA, are enriched with Chirnside’s signature deliquesced aesthetic and look to be included in his upcoming solo exhibition, STIMULI, which debuts on November 2oth. You find these pieces for purchase at his shop. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …

arc Tule‘s Latex is a fine example of conceptual irony. In his statement, Tule explained that he was relinquishing his quest for perfection but Latex is about as perfect as one can get. The series has a flawless aesthetic that cleverly distances itself from its audience. This distance allows viewers to absorb every rubber covered detail. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a …

Sure, neatness is appealing but a mess can be beautiful, too. Slathering their subjects in layers of colorful paint, Akatre created portraits of controlled chaos. There is also an intriguing element of camouflage. Akatre is a art and design collective consisting of Valentin Abad, Julien Dhivert and Sébastien Riveron.     Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …

iguel Leiro‘s Dorna Table is more than a table, it is a metaphor. Made from wood unfit for industrial use, the Dorna Table symbolizes the unwanted finding supporting among the unwanted—the very cataclysmal phenomena of subculture. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …

ell versed in the “language of materials,” Christopher Paul Dean produces works that speaks to us on many levels. Dean, who has shown twice in London and three times Atlanta, envelopes his audience with a clean but vibrant aesthetic. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …

igerian singer and songwriter Oyinda recently premiered a new single titled “Restless.” Coming off her newly released Before the Fall EP, the song has a simple but meaningful rhythm that makes it transfixing and effortlessly catchy. If “Restless” is any indication, Before the Fall looks to be one of the surprise late entries of 2014. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication …

ebecca Rebouché‘s allegorical paintings are drenched in syrupy surrealism. Swimming in a sea of whimsy, her work is a sylph-like mermaid that moves gracefully through your subconscious. Rebouché’s latest series, The Wide Night, finds itself freckled with stars and populated with creatures of flight. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …

obias Tovera often leaves his work to chance. While plenty of artist are extremely purposeful with their technique, Tovera choose a more vulnerable approach; he simply lets the colors go where they please. His series, Diffusions of Pigment, is a vivid testament to his method. Featuring layer upon layer of hue filled explosion, the pieces are portraits of meditation and existential …

UNT MAFIA general Contessa Stuto recently released visuals for her newest single, “Killing In Vain.” The song is a snarling anthem for those weathering love’s torrid storm. Directed by Sofia Szamosi, the video sees a cameo from fellow CUNT MAFIA member Cakes Da Killa and model/singer Franceleslia Millien. “Killing In Vain” can be found on Stuto’s upcoming EP, NIGHT WIFE, due …

wedish-Chilean designer Anton Alvarez has merged his love for fine art with his knack for furniture making to create a sprawling installation that challenges architectural norms. Thread Wrapping Architecture serves as a continuation in the ongoing project, Thread Wrapping Machine.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but …

ased in Chicago, 19 year old Daliah Ammar possesses a deep, full aesthetic that resonates with its audience. Suffocation (Passing Through) features a stoically nubile subject laying lifeless on the floor with a glazed look in his eyes. The piece has a faint hint of death to it and its title apparently confirms its mortality oriented theme. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …

lvaro Goula and Pablo Figuera have taken a more ingenious approach to couch surfing with Orwell. Described as a cross between a sofa, a bed, and a “cabin,” Orwell is the ultimate comfort station. It takes its name from 1984 author George Orwell but its concept harks back to a less dystopian period, your childhood. Most of us enjoyed an occasional pillow …

tacking Colour is a fresh series by London based artist Tom Howe. Last week Howe slowly debuted the pieces via his website, prompting us to visit his site numerous times until he revealed all four. True to its title, Stacking Colour features a beautiful overlaying of rich and vibrant hues.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks …

esembling a new age hieroglyphic, Robert Hardgrave‘s work brings out a visceral intrigue. His pieces are akin to a shattered stream of conscious—blackprints to various human psyches. The work consists of cannibalized drawers, photographs and collage. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …

Making a brilliant play on the description of mediums, Sam Whigham‘s Bird on Canvas is too clever for its own good. The piece features a small bird set atop a canvas that is decorated with an empty perch. It seems so simple but it lands in such a significant manner that you cannot help but praise it for its humor and …

lisa Ancori drowns us in surrealism with her latest series, Metamorfish. Seeking to forge a metaphysical connection between human beings and aquatic wildlife, Ancori plunges us into weightless realm of hybrid biology and confronted mortality. The series is quite captivating—feminine subjects resting in an ethereal stasis, their bodies bleeding jellyfish innards and unraveling into underwater fauna. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …

uined, an eye-catching furniture series by Andrew Wagner, uses a striking aesthetic to address the concept of decay. Its abstract construction resembles broken geometry. The two pieces are made from painted poplar and birch wood. Wagner then furthered the concept with digital fabrication techniques, and detail hand finishing.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various …

alloween may be over but this vampire inspired necklace by Judit Just of jujujust is still a must have. Also drawing from Southwest Asiatic influences,  the necklace is a group of 8 handmade necklaces made with red silk ribbon and red threads rolled around foam. This means that use can easily use them separately if all them get to be too …

asya Kolotusha‘s Colors is a visually engaging series that intermingles fashion, illustration and pattern design. Both subjects have an intense glare that serves as a focused centerpiece for the busied pieces.   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 …

here are two things that have remained true throughout the span of our existence: water is wet and cats don’t give a fuck. Whether they are laying across your laptop while you’re trying to finish a PowerPoint presentation or meandering in between your legs while your trying to make it to the counter with an arm full of groceries, cats …

ustrian artist Aldo Tolino presents a beautiful blend of mediums in his series, Brackwasser. The German title translates to “Brackish Water” in English.  Brackish water is a term used to describe a mixture of freshwater and seawater found commonly in estuaries, mangroves and marshes. Brackwasser uses its aesthetics to pay conceptual homage, featuring colors that seemingly bleed into one another. Quiet …

Winding with playful creativity, What Comes Around by Daniel Triendl is uplifting and inspirational. It completely changes your perception of the brushstroke, revealing new and hidden dimensions through conceptual ingenuity. 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 …

New York, NY (November 9th, 2014) – An award winning writer and filmmaker, former Editor-in-Chief at High Times, former drug kingpin, outlaw and ex-con, Richard Stratton continues to lead a very colorful life. From the early days dealing weed in Boston to the complex and nefarious scheming while working with the underworld’s elite—shipping tons of hashish and marijuana out of …

In an effort to provide a more intimate and hassle free CMJ experience, we teamed with Jerome’s at Rivington F + B for the first edition of OFF CAMPUS. The humble showcase started with a heartfelt performance by Neo-Folk artist Jahni Rae. Dressed in a stealthy black outfit, Rae serenaded the crowd with a brooding set before turning the reigns over to …

rtist Andrey Flakonkishochki collaborated with Mumiy Troll for a trippy audio visual project. Mumiy Troll, a Russian rock group founded in the early 80s, form a perfect marriage with Flakonkishochki. The first two videos featured here are a part of trilogy. The third video is set to be released very soon. Keep your eyes open!     “It Seems” | Mumiy …

Our experience at this year’s (e)merge Art Fair was so grand, we couldn’t fit all the photos in one post. Here are some extra shots from our time in D.C. Images include pieces present by Salar Galería de Arte, Victori Contemporary, Flashpoint Gallery and C-Arte. See you next year! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …

The (e)merge Art Fair took place early this month and we can safely say that it is most intriguing art fairs that we have been to this year. While some art fairs can be a tad “stuffy” and congested, there was something more organic about this fair. Held in Washington D.C., we packed up our bare necessities and made the …

urator and rhyme slinger Derrick B. Harden presents Gowanus, Duhhh, a weekend art tour set to take place at Gowanus Open Studios. Participating Artists on his tour include: Lawrence Shen, Junko Sugimoto, Tony Geigers, Naoko Sumi, Peter Kato, Joanne McFarland, Alex Nunez, John Whitlock and Jonathan Viner. You can catch Gowanus, Duhhh at 1 pm at Find Home Furnishings, 43 9th Street …

arm and fuzzy, David McLeod‘s Amfursand is a plush reimagining of one of the English language’s most distinguished symbols. McLeod makes good use of a bad pun. 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. …

extile artist Kezia Regan creates a sequence of playful patterns in her series, Imperfection as Future Perfection. Despite the pattern motif, each piece has an irregular dynamic that presents an element of surprise. 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 …

hen it comes to maintaining a workspace it is best to keep it simple—and nothing is more simple than Hedge House‘s Saw Horse Desk. The desk is made from solid white oak and finished with Watco Danish Oil. It also has very little places to hide your clutter, which helps to curb any messy tendencies.   Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …