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. …
Sounds Cool. | Marshall Fridge.
usicians have been wasted on stage since Caligula was crazy; but times are changing. Now, Marshall Fridge allows musicians to get wasted on stage. Made to look like the iconic Marshall amp, the Marshall Fridge is a clever contraption that is actually a beer fridge. Sure, you can store kale and Naked Juice in it… but do you really want to? …
Olivier Ratsi. |x| Thomas Vaquié. |x| Nico Boritch. | Onion Skin.
livier Ratsi created an intriguing audiovisual installation titled Onion Skin. Done with the help of Thomas Vaquié (music) and Nico Boritch (production), Ratsi envelopes the installation’s attendees in a wedge of patterns and sounds. Ratsi, Vaquié, and Boritch are a part of a design collective called ANTIVJ. Onion Skin is a part of their Echolyse series. Photos Courtesy of Olivier Ratsi. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch …
Housebroken Parasites. | Yerin Do.
esigner Yerin Do creates creepy but functional articles of furniture that appear as if they are being overcome by mold or parasites. Aptly named Parasite Hooks, the project involves the application of diamond-shaped leather that is folded into a tube and then tucked into the holes in the furniture. The pieces almost look alive, their spiky growth giving them an …
A New Mediation. | Sara Andreasson.
e caught Sara Andreasson flying solo this time around with her series, Meditation. Far more vibrant than her collaboration with Johanna Berg (Deciphering Dinner 3:33), the work is tranquil, spiritual, and otherworldly. The series is a commission for a Mosaic Science article titled “Can Meditation Really Slow Ageing?” Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …
Young Magic. | “Holographic” | VIDEO.
Young Magic just dropped visuals for their single “Holographic.” Ghostly, ethereal, and hazy, the video was shot in the Catskills and New York City. Director Johann Rashid collaborated with Young Magic on the concept, producing a surreal visual opera that runs seamlessly with the track. “Holographic” can be found on the duo’s new album, Breathing Statues. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …
Quiet Lunch SS14. | Book No. 1 is Here!
ince establishing Quiet Lunch in 2010, we have dedicated ourselves to promoting the arts and its makers. Existing solely online for quite some time, we have worked diligently towards the goal of bringing our content to the realm of print. Today we are proud to announce that our dedication and diligence has paid off in the form of our FIRST EVER …
Recyclable Food. | Charlotte Smith.
Under no circumstances should you ever eat paper… unless it is these charming paper sculptures by Charlotte Smith. Slightly cartoonish, but expertly crafted, Smith’s paper food series maintains a minimal aesthetic while still adhering to the concept of detail. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …
A Leg Up. | Birgit R. Deubner.
Birgit R. Deubner shows an affinity for life and limb in her latest works. Operatic Legs, and a few other stand alone photographic portraits that share the same motif, focuses on an uncommon conduit of emotional expression–the legs. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but …
In Extremis. | Sandro Giordoa.
ccidents happen, but Sandro Giordoa’s In Extremis is no accident. Depicting haphazard scenarios with ill-fated subjects, In Extremis–bodies without regret–harnesses a violent awkwardness that is playfully gut wrenching. 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 …
Build a Moat.
oat is a dizzying, celestial series by Christian Zander. Zander, who is known for his abstract pattern work, incorporates a somewhat seasonal color palette in the series. He also creates a slight contrast between pentagonal pattern and his signature microbial aesthetic. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with …
Studio WM. | Gradient Table Lamp.
The future is simply complicated, and no one knows that more than the duo at Studio WM. Designers Wendy Legro and Maarten Collignon designed the Gradient Table Lamp with the antique oil lamp and candle holder in mind. Play with concept of light reflection, the Gradient Table Lamp contains a LED light source that sits snugly in a procelain pedestal, shining …
Controlled Burns. | Kevin Cooley.
Tumultuous and graceful, Kevin Cooley‘s Controlled Burn series visualizes the often overlooked duality that accompanies fire. Cooley, a photographer, stages his own miniature inferno, capturing each roiling movement and intense spark. “Fire is a powerful natural force that we harness for greater good, and it is the only Classical element, that we can create on demand, yet when out of control …
Cha$e Gets “Brave”.
arlemite Vinny Cha$e recently released a restless freestyle. Produced by Cartier Court, “Brave” sees Cha$e employing a non-stop flow that is borderline relentless. The freestyle will more than likely pop-up on his upcoming Ultrasound Project. 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. …
Turn Up the Volume (Lamp).
eeking to repurpose the analog allure of an old school stereo knob, Volume by GamFratesi is a smartly designed lamp with minimal aesthetics and ingenious concept. GramFratesi, a design studio founded by Danish architect Stine Gam and Italian architect Enrico Fratesi, wants the user to make a direct correlation between the lamp’s design and its function. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Keep Taping.| Aakash Nihalani.
akash Nihalani is well known for his incorporating geometric tape art into public spaces, but he recently took his craft straight to the people–or better yet, straight through the people. Far more interactive than his previous efforts, Landline is a performance project that features pieces that appear to pierce through the bodies of his human subjects. The overall result plays a clever trick …
At the Very Least. | Reinoud Oudshoon.
ondrously minimal, but cleverly accented, these sculptures by Reinoud Oudshoon exude a low key charm. Featuring iron geometric shapes and frosted, Oudshoon’s sculptures create a contrast between the sharp and the dull. Photos Courtesy of Reinoud Oudshoon. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Miley by Quentin Jones.
uentin Jones recently turned his sights on Miley Cyrus. The two collaborated for a “restricted” feature in NOWNESS. Cyrus, whose reputation has been favorable and unfavorable at times, is fully submerged in Jones’ signature aesthetics. The fetishized motif marries well with Cyrus’ out-the-topness, which has been the linchpin of her post-Disney image. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …
An Eclipse in México. | Issac Cordal.
imilar to the work of Slinkachu, Isaac Cordal‘s clever street installations feature small scaled sculptures that interact brilliantly with a larger scaled environment. But unlike Slinkachu, Cordal possesses a more stern, and occasionally morbid, tone. Below are a few shots of his recent works in Chiapas, México. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various …