lthough the series, Street Stone, is a couple of years old, it stills has an insouciant allure that makes it too cool for school. Created by Léo Caillard and Alexis Persani, Street Stone is a reimagining of classic statues that can be found in the Louvre. Cailllard took photos of the statues then had his friends execute the same poses, only wearing stylish duds. …

Our first issue has been doing quite well. We’d like to thank everyone who has supported our first print endeavor and we look forward to our next issue — which, believe it or not, will be even more awesome than the first! If you have yet to get your hands on an issue, order one while you can  below Also, …

uiet Lunch Magazine and Eastmen Collective is joining forces with The Illuzion and Karmaloop to present QUEST, a one night only art and audio event that will feature work by Ryan Bock and a live performance from Salomon Faye. QUEST will begin at 6 pm at Lyons Wier Gallery. Attendees will also be able to check out Gordon Holden’s newest solo exhibition …

uiet Lunch and Eastmen Collective will be teaming up with Clocktower to present 1 HOUR TALK, an artist panel featuring Gordon Holden, Marjan Moghaddam and Noah Becker. Housed by Lyons Wier Gallery, the discussion will address  how a casual culture of instant gratification — spurred by the hyper-advancement of technology — has affected the distribution and overall consumption of art. …

he future takes too long. Humanity and technology is all about the ‘now’. The ‘now’ is forever. Gordon Holden understands the ‘now’ but he is also aware that it does not last forever. He also understands that our insatiable need for the ‘now’ has developed into a casual culture of instant gratification. In conceptual jest, Holden deconstructs the very fibers of …

old and simple, I’m Ghost is a limited edition portfolio book by Merjin Hos. The intriguing layout and strong illustrations makes I’m Ghost one of Hos’ strongest works to date. 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 …

espite it being a dangerous weapon, there is a certain beauty to an arrow. Its aerodynamic shape and geometric structure has elegant, but lethal appeal. Red Raven Studios has furthered that appeal by making a set of porcelain arrows that can be customized upon order. Get them → here! ← Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …

oe Van Wetering‘s pieces feature a wide array of vibrant, solid colors that come together to put on quite a dazzling show. But Van Wetering’s ability to put these colors in motion is what really pops. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …

ei Shi recently covered Beyoncé’s “No Angel,” and the web fell into a swoon. Putting her own ethereal spin on the tune, Tei Shi flaunts an airy, but sultry bravado that allows her to really own this cover. The singer had her reasons for recording her take on the song, she told Rookie: “I heard Beyoncé when it first came out, …

Have you got your hands on Quiet Lunch Book N°1 yet? Well, if you haven’t, we’re willing to treat you to a special sneak peek of our interview with Salomon Faye. For those of you who already own a copy, you should know that the first printed edition of Quiet Lunch Magazine has a special feature: LayAR Technology! That means you …

nthony Cruz recently released visuals for his single “Why So Serious?” Directed by Haydn Davies, the video is steeped in a classic summertime pool party motif. Cruz has a vicious knack for making his fans feel comfortable and in-the-now, and with this video you feel like you are right there with him, making a splash and causing a ruckus. “Why …

e stopped by Terrazzo Art Projects to check out a new piece by Katie Peyton. Peyton, who also heads Undercurrent Projects in the East Village, unveiled a large scale charcoal piece that exuded such an intimate warmth that it spurred long stares and meaningful introspection. The north end of the piece noticeably rolled up. It created some intrigue, and when …

aturated with intricate linework, Sophie Roach‘s pieces can be best described as a cacophony of patterns and colors. Roach is known for piling on the details, leaving a hefty, but welcomed, assignment for anyone who wishes to discover them all. Although her linework has us smitten, our eyes are furthered charmed by her dreamy use of color. Available for Purchase …

e’re about halfway through the summer and the tunes just keep getting better. This week we see a new song from Atlanta songstress B O S C O and Fool’s Gold beatsmith Treasure Fingers. “Names” takes us to a place where the hip-house flows like a mellow river and the strobe lights dance just as well you do. “Names” is …

antalizing our eyes with a white hot color palette that can only be found on the hottest of suns, Matt Vial‘s Emma is a surrealistic plunge into an ethereal void. Vial is a designer and photographer who is keen on manipuating color hues and distortion. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …

aico Akiba takes us well into the future with 100 Years Later. It is all too easy become submerged in the now and forget the bigger picture. Hyper-aging modern items such ADIDAS sneakers, iPhones, calculators, and Polaroid cameras, Akiba puts time in perspective. Also, being that most of these items are things that are presently being used by most human beings …

melie Petit Moreau plays an incredible trick on our eyes with her series of digitally distorted collages. We’re still trying to put a finger on her process, the Parisian artist looks to be skillfully arranging irregular pieces of fine art paper, photograping them and then adding a touch of digital chaos. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …

ased in Brooklyn, New York, Erin M. Riley weaves picture perfect portraits of carefree youth. Riley’s work mostly pulls from the female experience and today’s social media culture. But while her subject matter is youthful and “new” to the world, her medium is time tested and true. Riley’s ability to create these scenes on a loom is an indication of …

hau Nguyen is a lively artist from Texas whose multifaceted artworks leave a refreshing impression on the mind’s eye. Flaunting an abstract bravado and a crisp use of colors, shapes, and patterns, Nguyen’s pieces are intuitive and warm. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but …

YUS recently unveiled the 12″ vinyl version of Talisman. It is the first pressing of 500 limited edition copies. Get your copy → HERE! ← Photos Courtesy of Daniel Tullie. 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. …

ndre Elliott shrouds festivity and cheer in a sarcastic haze with a series of photographs that resembles a Lana Del Rey birthday celebration. The 19 year old photographer has a purposeful style that is ironically nonchalant. The effort is there, the feeling is there, but it is conveyed in a way that is cool, calm, and unaffected. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …

isceral, but lighthearted, Jade Evans‘ work explores uncharted territory with childlike honesty. Evans is unworried and forthright. Her pieces have a barbaric touch, but it only adds an edge to Evans’ jaunty style. Images Courtesy of Jade Stevens. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but …

BTRKT recently released a thumpy tidbit from his upcoming album, Wonder Where We Land. “NEW DORP. NEW YORK.” may be a new song, but it has vintage club feel. The song features Ezra Koenig of Vampire Weekend. Pre-order a copy of Wonder Where We Land. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and …

achel Kneebone’s 399 Days is a deep-seated narrative of existential lore. An intricate tower of porcelain, it weaves together the stories of countless knowns and unknowns who forever belong to the time annals of time. Kneebone’s exhibition at White Cube will be on display through September 2012. Photos Courtesy of White Box |x| Ianthearchictect.com Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …

xecuting his pieces with hyperrealistic focus, Bernardo Torrens showcases the human form in a soft, magnificent light. The manner in which Torrens captures every intricate detail is surprisingly casual, making the portraits all the more engrossing. Although the subjects bear a mask of stoic vulnerability, they possess a quiet strength.  There is an intriguing dialogue of unspoken words, a dialogue …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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,” …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …