This week’s Fashion’s Night Out was certainly a good time worth having. After floating everywhere from Little West to SoHo, we made time to visit our friends over at Supra; ultimately saving the best for last. The night saw the debut of their Royal Collection and some heavenly spinning from ATCQ’s Q-Tip! Party goers checked out the kicks before shuffling …
A Fowl Cause.
Artist Elfo‘s performs “Epidemic Happiness” during Biennale Architettura. The performance was powered by Farm Cultural Park . 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
Killing Time (Until the Quiet Comes).
Director Kahlil Joseph has created a rather chilling video that is specifically centered around tracks from the new Flying Lotus album Until the Quiet Comes. In the course of four minutes, Joseph accompanies vocals of Erykah Badu and Niki Randa with images of slain children. The pairing seems provocative for provocative sake but it is said to be paying homage to both Los Angeles’ …
Walking the Talk.
“Don’t keep telling people what they ought to do, nor keep telling them what a great personage thou art, but so live that thy life is consistent with what the word speaketh.” – Edgar Cayce. 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. …
Other Things You Could Have Done During Bill Clinton’s DNC Speech.
Bill Clinton’s speech was super fucking great… but it was also super fucking long. On this past Wednesday night at the DNC, former President Bill Clinton took quite a long time at the podium — and rightfully so. In all, Clinton took a total of 48 minutes. Compared to his longest speech in 1996 — which clocked in at 65 …
Wish You Were Here.
While technology is being blamed for dumbing down the human race, it has also bridged the gap between long distance families — somewhat. Only a decade ago families were forced to correspond via expensive overseas phone calls or letters. Now, with the benefits of technological innovations, families can easily call one another or see one another via video chat. Nonetheless, …
Stuck in Motown.
Illustrator Bob Motown offers some fun and skillful pieces that exist within the confines of “normal” but occasionally overstep their boundaries. 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
Certain Type of Painting.
Painter Tyree Callahan modified a 1937 Underwood Standard typewriter, replacing the letters and keys with color pads and hued labels to create a conceptual piece dubbed the Chromatic Typewriter. Callahan submitted the beautiful typewriter as part of the 2012 West Prize competition, an annual art prize that’s determined by popular vote. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …
The Grind.
In Jonathan Schipper‘s To Dust, two sculptures are hung from a mechanism that gently grinds them into each other. The sculptures will slide against one another for many years creating new unimagined form. What you are seeing are detailed images of the sculptures but, unfortunately, the mechanism that is 9 feet above is not in any of the photos. Quiet …
Think Yarn and Benetton Pops Up.
Tonight marks the beginning of New York’s Fashion Night Out and being the Quiet Lunch is mainly an art oriented publication, we found the perfect place that integrates both. Tucked in Soho, New York City, the United Colors of Benetton pop-up combines contemporary art, design and lucrative fashions. “Here you will find a world of knit, color and creativity – …
The Pie Hole: Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken.
Beach weather is practically over and done with and it is now time to get fat to avoid freezing to death in the winter. Yep, your yearning for the warm sun of yesterseason will soon be nullified by invitation of fatty comfort foods and hearty beverages (cheeseburger shake, anyone?). In an attempt to get a jump on the predicted gorging, we took a look …
Warm Graham Crackers.
Fall isn’t coming for another two weeks but we can already feel the crisp air creeping and we can already see the first leaves beginning to turn. The anticipation of Fall has us swooning and so does the work of Graham Franciose. The red bearded illustrator creates wonderful pieces that embody a warm, almost melancholic, sincerity. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Mr. Jefferson Hack x Tod’s.
Crafted Mr. Jefferson Hack in collaboration with Tod’s, the No_Code collection‘s textured-leather desert boots are a simplistically cool pair of shoes that avoid screaming for attention. Smartly finished with a striped rubber sole, these shoes are perfect for that casual Fall look. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …
Blue in the Face.
Artist Nick van Woert is well known for his plastic covered busts and this one happens to be our most favorite of them all. Kind of reminds us of a Gak fight that was taken way overboard. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Who Exactly?
Newly anointed duo David Byrne & St. Vincent just dropped visuals for their single “Who”. The song comes off of their collaborative album Love This Giant, which is due out September 10th in the UK and on the 11th in the States. Directed by Martin de Thurah, recently responsible for Feist’s “Anti-Pioneer”, the video depicts a hit-and-run gone fantastic. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
The Autobiography of Roy G. Biv.
Crafted by Tauba Auerbach, the RGB Colorspace Atlas features the full spectrum of color in one neat — but slightly huge — book. The very idea of compiling such a book seems utterly exhausting but Auerbach was more than willing to take on the task. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of …
Who’s Up for Blowing the Grounsils?
After the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue by soldier Francis Grose was republished online, everyone, including The Telegraph, delighted in its outdated and seemingly awkward expressions. With its popularity still going strong, the folks at Mental Floss have decided to give us 17 Sexual Euphemisms for the celebrated dictionary. As you may know, Mental Floss’ entire skeleton consists of funny …
A Proper Combing.
The concept for this cool looking bike rake by the Knowhow Shop was spurred by one question: “What would I lock my bike to if I were really small?” But behind the question the actual purpose behind the Comb Bike Rack is even more intriguing: “The bike rack places itself within a history of social satire and asks us drivers …
That Chair’ve Got Guts!
This artwork as been floating around for months now and no one has been able to find the artist who created it. Quiet Lunch spent the whole applying its keen Google search skills but had not luck. If you can find the artist who made this chair, we owe you a handy-jay. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication …
Cold Bath.
The KO + KO Architects are certainly ready for winter. The group’s Arctic Bathroom is an amazing interpretation of the environment expressed through interior design. 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
A Portrait of Joshua.
In an intimate portrait of the desert, photographer Brad Gutting creates a dreamy, surrealist series titled Joshua Tree. The series features a Joshua tree — of course — and a succession of overlapping desert scenery. 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 …
Quiet Lunch Magazine ‡ Sept. 3rd, 2012. – September 9th, 2012.
This issue features the work of conceptual photographer Nick Scarpinato. We take a look inside Scarpinato’s work and examine the surrealist nuances of his many masterpieces. Unflinchingly Yours, Quiet Lunch Staff. Stay Tuned! 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 …
Remembering the Little Rock 9.
While many of us are grumbling our way back to school, we may forget about a time when going to school wasn’t all that easy. In fact, on this day in 1957, 9 students had a particularly hard time making their way to school. Today is the day that the “Little Rock Nine,” a group of African American high school …
Today’s Letter Is Brought to You By… (NSFW)
French illustrator Rery Rery offers a new addition to her “O” series. 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
Yes, Unfortunately, We Do.
“I’m tired, boss. Tired of being on the road, lonely as a sparrow in the rain. I’m tired of never having me a buddy to be with, to tell me where we’s going to or coming from, or why. Mostly, I’m tired of people being ugly to each other. I’m tired of all the pain I feel and hear in …
Bright Idea.
Now, this idea seems like it should have been thought of years ago — centuries ago even! — but let’s be grateful that the folks at Solovyov Design thought of it regardless. This brain shaped energy efficient bulb will make every idea seem bright. Contact Solovyov Design → here ←. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …
The Balaclava Social.
“In December drinking horchata, I’d look psychotic in a balaclava.” Michelle Ramin has something to hide. In fact, we all do and it is that common association that is the very fabric of Ramin’s current works. When you look at Michelle Ramin’s art you think of one or two things. The first being a verse a from Vampire Weekend’s “Horchata” and the …
You Saw Me Standing Alone.
For those of you who are frequent users of the phrase “once in a blue moon,” you’ll be delighted to hear that that time has come. This year August has two full moons and tonight is the Blue Moon. But don’t get your hopes up, the moon won’t actually be blue. That’s because a Blue Moon is sometimes defined as …
Caruso’s Rescues.
This week Quiet Lunch headed over to the Sapphire Lounge on Eldridge Street to check to the work of Andrea Caruso — not to be confused with the male Italian artist of the same name, Andrea Caruso. Caruso specializes in kitsch works. The term can be rather derogatory but when you meet Andrea and take a gander at her work, …
Ya Don’t Say…
“Well, look, when people give speeches, not every fact is always absolutely accurate.” – Rudy Giuliani, on Paul Ryan’s not-so-truthful speech at this week’s convention. 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
A (Friend) of Ours.
Artist Brandon Friend creates mixed media works that translates both the rage and the machine it goes against. Friend’s sociopolitically charged collaboration with Jason Douglas Griffin provides a direct but chaotic commentary that employs a brilliant use of color and pattern. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
What’s Your Sign? (NSFW)
Welcome to the mind of Superfucker. Yes, Superfucker. Formally known has Marco Rached — his mother refused to put Superfucker on his birth certificate — he is an illustrator who has a knack for naked. His bio goes as written: “Born October 24, 1981, creator Marco Rached’s naughty habit of doodling naked girls and reading horror comics during karate practice …
Brains! Brains!
Halloween will be here in no time. Well, we wouldn’t say “in no time”, but you can tell by our enthusiasm that it’s one of our favorite holidays. Growing tired of Snickers and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups — not really — we found a candy that perfect for all you candy ghouls. Are these candies the bee’s knees? Made by …
Andy’s Soup Kitchen.
In spirit of the 50th anniversary of the famous work of Andy Warhol “Campbell’s Soup Cans 32”, the Campbell has decided to launch a limited edition commemorating Warhol’s iconic series. Fortunately the limited edition cans will cost the same as a normal can of Campbell’s soup. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
Disappearing Act.
Created by Brooklyn artist Marshall Reese and longtime collaborator Nora Ligorano. Known as Ligorano/Reese, the duo placed a 2,500 lb. 3-by-14-foot ice sculpture reading “Middle Class” in Lykes Gaslight Square Park in downtown Tampa this past Sunday and watched it melt. The symbolic sculptures are scheduled to be placed on the opening days of the Republic and Democratic National Conventions. Reese told Businessweek: “It’s …
H&M Men’s Fall/Winter 2012 Lookbook.
We got a sneak peek of H&M’s Men’s Winter 2012 collection. The simplistic collection features some warm but vibrant splashes of color and relies mostly on “leather detailing, waxed textiles, paneled fabrics, letterman jacket silhouettes, hoodies, and even double-rider-influenced jackets.” Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …
Decoding Skolkovo.
Undeniably one of the most intriguing national pavilions at this year’s Venice Architecture Biennale, Russia’s QR code covered room is a dazzling presentation that sees the technology being used in a whole new light. It the most popular among World Architects and visitors are equally enamored. The innovation city called Skolkovo calls for its visitors to use iPads to decode …
Full Tilt Tea.
The following item is perfect for those who enjoy loose tea. This teacup has tilted base with an inbuilt and removable strainer; brewing your tea simply involves tilting the cup away from the leaves when it has reached the correct strength. It comes in Pure Black or Snow White. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to …
The Pie Hole: No Snack Leaf Behind.
We hate to be a bummer but summer is taking its last breath and it’s time to rake in some tasty fall goodies. Made with store-bought piecrust dough, these leaves can filled with chocolate, peanut butter chips, jam and cream cheese, or chocolate chips, walnuts, and mini marshmallows, whatever you like! Autumn Leaf Pockets.↓ Ingredients.↓ • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon of water • Prepared …
Learnin’ Youse Some Lettas: Obverse.
Obverse (Pronounced: ob•verse)→ Adjective.: a) facing the observer or opponent. b) having the base narrower than the top. 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
(Stone)d Realism. (NSFW)
Artist and shaman Matthew Stone has claimed his own corner of Neoclassicism. Stone’s Body Language series and Staging Reality series presents a tangled and tortured display of the human anatomy. 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 …
A Visit to the Reverse City.
Pascale Marthine Tayou‘s 2009 Reverse City installation involves rows of giant pencils hanging from thick beams in Matsudai, Joyama, Japan. On each pencil is written the name of one of the countries of the world. “The giant pencils are variously colored; some are short, some are tall. This town of pencils is fixed into a stainless steel frame and hovers, detached …
Bad News for Young Homeowners.
Last week, the real estate researchers at Zillow released their report on underwater homeowners — those who owe more on their mortgage than their house is worth — for the second quarter of 2012. They estimate that 48 percent of mortgage borrowers younger than 40 are currently underwater. It’s 39 percent among those who are 20-24 years old; 48 percent for the …
Suo Sarumawashi.
“Sarumawashi, literally ‘monkey dancing’ evolved over a 1000-year history in Japan. Ancient Japanese chronicles refer to it as a form of religious ritual designed to protect the horses of warriors. It later developed into a popular form of festival entertainment, and was performed all over Japan from temples to imperial courts. Today, Sarumawashi is ranked alongside Noh and Kabuki as …
In Between the Books.
Check these cool handmade bookmarks by Olena Mysnyk of MyBookmark in Kiev, Ukraine. Funny story, Olena is actually an architect by trade but somehow fell in the world of handmade bookmark making. 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 …