In an age where advertisements dictate society, it is expected that there will be some hits and misses. Before civil rights, women’s rights–and plain old common sense–activists stepped in, advertisements of commercialism past were oftentimes off color and blatantly offensive. Inspired by Demilked, these retro ads are a reminder of how far we’ve come and how today’s ads, though annoying, …
Serene Ghetti.
Brazilian sculptor Dalton Ghetti knows a thing or two about detail. Fostering a familiarity with tools since childhood, Ghetti has taken that familiarity and has made something meticulously unique. Leaving behind the world of larger works, Ghetti’s pencil sculptures focuses on the small things — both literally and figuratively: “At first, he carved large objects; but in 1986, as a challenge to …
La Voz Dormida.
Lithuanian fashion model Edita Vilkeviciute toughens up in the military inspired ‘La Voz Dormida Guerrilla Girl’ for V Spain #16. Vilkeviciute was photographed by Nathaniel Goldberg and styled by Gillian Wilkins in Balenciaga, Lanvin, and Miu Miu. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but …
The Do-Over.
2012 is reaching its midway point and it’s time for a Do-Over. The soiree, which took place in Los Angeles last year, is coming to downtown Brooklyn on May 27th and boasts a secret cast that only makes the event more enticing. Taking place each summer Sunday, the Do-Over is one the longest running music events around. This promises to …
The Power of Nothing.
“But to me nothing – the negative, the empty – is exceedingly powerful.” – Alan Watts. 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
Hump Day Treat of the Week: Smooth Operators.
Dudes dance in videos all the time but not like this. Here is our viral Hump Day Treat of the Week: 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
iPad Mini Rumored to Hit Market in October.
The gadget world is rumbling with rumors of Apple’s newest iPad Mini being released this October. Equipped with a 7-inch screen and available for the affordable price in the $200-250 range, the iPad’s little cousin is set to give the Kindle Fire a direct run for its money. It will run on the Google Android operating system and although it …
In(debt)ed.
In an economy that is currently in the depths–a depth that some are hesitantly calling the second coming of the Great Depression–Americans all over are reeling from the impact. However, it is today’s college graduates that are perhaps suffering the most. A college degree carried an immense weight before the recession wave took over the US and it is almost …
So Good It (Kurtz).
Rory Kurtz‘s work is full on drama; it doesn’t play nice and goes straight for the jugular. Although his pieces seem kosher at first, you quickly discover that Kurtz has slipped you a capsule of surrealism. And if there is one thing you will realize about his art is that you can never simply look at his art — you …
AROE x Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch Tribute Wall.
With the effects of losing Adam Yauch still lingering, graffiti artist AROE executes an extensive and perfectly detailed mural inspired by the Beastie Boys’ 1986 debut album cover Licensed to Ill. 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 …
Bath & Beyond.
Peep this readymade bath chair. Cut, bent and legs added — with a surprisingly comfortable result — from Reddish Studio . 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
Learnin’ Youse Some Lettas: Baubling.
Baubling (Pronounced: Bawb•ling)→ Adjective.: a) insignificant, contemptible. b) not worth considering. Example: “The baubling thieves stole the Christmas gifts that were intended for needy children .” 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
The Pie Hole: Bet. What’s the Spread?
White Bean Cauliflower and Spinach Spread Quesadilla.↓ Chelsey from The Paper Mama made an nifty adaptation to an already delicious Martha Stewart recipe and we couldn’t help but bring it our readers. Ingredients.↓ • 1 medium head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces • 5 garlic cloves, unpeeled • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving • Coarse salt and …
Book ‘Em, Danno!: Abnormally Normal.
Welcome to Book ‘Em, Danno!:…, a segment where we suggest a favorably organized group of words that have been conveniently placed into book form. We haven’t necessarily read these books but we have seen them on a shelf somewhere before. In this vast space we call Planet Earth, we have all had our fair share of run ins with some …
Bear & Co.: “Bear Gets Tricked.”
‡Episode No. 3: “Bear Gets Tricked.”‡ ‡ Created by Akeem K. Duncan & Rachel J. Burkett. ‡ ‡ Written by Lamont Dunnigan & Akeem K. Duncan. ‡ ‡ Illustrated by Akeem K. Duncan. ‡ ‡ Arrangement by Bim Star. ‡ 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 …
Fort Lee Bans Folks From Texting While Walking.
In an effort to rectify the dangers of texting-induced distractions, officials in Fort Lee, New Jersey, have implemented a citywide ban on pedestrians who are caught texting while walking. The offense carries an $85 fine; a hefty monetary consequence to pay for sending an oftentimes one word response. Fort Lee’s population is 32,000 strong and since implementing the law, the city …
On a Hipster Hunt.
Now and days, hipsters are in absolute abundance, lurking in every beer garden and strolling through every quaint backstreet. You literally cannot walk more than half a city block without running into one and Columbia graduate Julie Percha knows this all too well. Hipsters are considered kindred souls by few, well dressed vagabonds by some, and a contradiction by many. …
Teachers Must Be Doers.
“How can a society that exists on instant mashed potatoes, packaged cake mixes, frozen dinners, and instant cameras teach patience to its young?” – Paul Sweeney. 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. …
Dentist Appointment.
British trio Felix recently released their second studio album late last month and it eventually made its way to our ears by splendid serendipity. Consisting of Lucinda Chua, Chris Summerlin and Elv Beetham, Felix made noise with their debut effort in 2009 and are looking to build on that buzz with the sophomore offering Oh Holy Molar. Well played. From start to …
Jewel of the Jungle.
Still rolling off her success of the hit banger, “212”, Azealia Banks’ newest drop is taking it from the streets of Harlem to the jungle. The Hudson Mohawke and Nick Hook produced “Jumanji” is laced with tribal rhythms and Banks’s signature school yard taunt flow and is the first track off her upcoming mixtape, Fantastic. Take a listen and download …
Colombian Devil’s Breath.
More potent than salvia or even some hardcore heroin, the world’s scariest drug is rearing its ugly head. Though not new to the world, few know of the effects of scopolamine or “devil’s breath” as it is referred to and it reduces one’s free will and sense of being; suspending them in a zombie-like state. Also compared to having effects …
Quiet Lunch Magazine ‡ May 14th, 2012. – May 20th, 2012.
This week sees the likes of Charlotte Caron, Patrick Leger, photographer Eric Rose, digital illustrator 非 and architectural designer Robert van Embricqs. Julie Percha goes on a Hipster Hunt and the iPad Mini rumors receive another jolt of “authenticity”. We also get a sit down with Dirty South pioneer Mike Dean! Stay Tuned! Unflinchingly Yours, Quiet Lunch Staff. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a …
Over & Dover.
Amy Dover‘s work is shrouded in an air of antiquated melancholy. Grounded in a dismal reality but propelled by an instinctively glum allure, Dover uses her illustrations to tell tales of a Grimm nature. While a majority of Amy’s work possesses a stern innocence, it also conceals a dangerous weapon that is forged in a fire of stoic despair and …
Bear & Co.: Sendak Dies.
‡Episode No. 2: “Sendak Dies.”‡ ‡ Created by Akeem K. Duncan & Rachel J. Burkett. ‡ ‡ Written by Lamont Dunnigan & Akeem K. Duncan. ‡ ‡ Illustrated by Akeem K. Duncan. ‡ ‡ Arrangement by Bim Star. ‡ 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,” …
No Offense, Mama.
“I’m 23 years old. I might just be my mother’s child, but in all reality, I’m everybody’s child. Nobody raised me; I was raised in this society.” – Tupac Shakur. 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 …
Ryan and His Animals.
We headed over to Team Gallery for a subtle afternoon of animal nudes and — no, wait, that came out wrong. Do over? We finally pulled ourselves away from our stations and headed over to Team Gallery to check out Ryan McGinley‘s Animals exhibit, an event that we’ve been anticipating all week long. The series included nude subjects accompanied by …
Pleasant Mother’s Day.
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
Restricted Movement.
Polish photographer Pawel Jaszczuk captures a series of Asian businessmen in an anything but structured state. Jaszczuk’s Stay Still series is an odd collective. We didn’t know exactly what to make of it but we knew it was brilliant. It isn’t like other photographs that depict its subject just laying there and appropriately not giving a shit. The lack of …
A Slumber in the Enchanted Forest.
We found this dope Forest Canopy Bed by Anthropologie and despite the $5000+ price tag, we wouldn’t mind skipping a few meals and turning a few tricks to secure this gorgeous handmade resting place. Made from hand forged iron, this canopy can only make your dreams sweeter. It can take some time to assemble but at least you have a …
Siri, Say What??
For all you iPhone owners out there, we know how much Siri has taken the concept of the smart phone to the next level. However, after stumbling upon this video courtesy of Funny or Die we came to realize that like every bit of technology out there, Siri may have still had a few kinks to work out. No pun …
Volksfaden Fabrics.
Volksfaden is an online printed fabric shop but it wasn’t just their collection that grabbed our attention. Their photo collages of prints by various print makers superimposed onto black and white photographs are too cool for art school. The photo collages are done by Katharina Neubert and Linda Gaylord for the selected prints featured, making for one-of-a-kind pop art promotion. …
Dance Provides Solace for Sex Trafficking Victims.
Victims of the sex trafficking trade in Kolkata, India, have turned to creative measures to cope with the pain of their former existence. The women of Kolkata Sanved, a dance therapy company founded in 2004 by Sohini Chakraborty, express themselves through beautiful movement, helping them to rebuild a once shattered image. “Sanved”, which means “that which responds to stimulus” according …
Enough to Make Your Lunchbox Jealous.
We’ve been suckers for nostalgia this whole week but this item we’re about to show you literally places the cherry atop our retrospective sundae. Nintendo Console Lunchbox.↓ Made from an old broken Nintendo system, the interior is lined with vinyl tape and it also includes a lockable latch that is guaranteed to keep King Koopa out of your coin stash. …
Under the Trees.
Self-taught artist Sebastien Preschoux creates delightful displays that are very similar to those of Maria Aparicio. His pieces are slightly contradictory, a series of geometric patterns placed in an environment that is occupied by organic shapes. 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. …
The Pie Hole: Mamma Mia!
Although we here at Quiet Lunch feel everyday should be celebrated in honor of our mothers, this Sunday marks the one time of year where you are expected to spoil the woman who gave you the shot in hell. Whether celebrating indoors or outdoors, no mom can resist a great party complete with her children and loved ones, and delicious …
Fire x Water.
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
One Giant Step for Man.
“Art is a step from what is obvious and well-known toward what is arcane and concealed.” – Khalil Gibran. 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
NSFW | Just a Peep. | Stephen Perry.
Stephen Perry’s work is what one would consider precisely provocateur. His photographs skillfully and elegantly push the envelope of sexuality; sensual and enchantingly erotic. His juxtaposition of his subjects in his collection, PeepShow, features the dynamic of femininity versus masculinity, impacting the viewer with a visual array of unabashed beauty. Perry’s style of shooting in black and white gives PeepShow …
Pinsanity.
Our newest favorite YouTube channel, Comediva just released a new comedy sketch about something called Pinterest. In case you’ve been living under a rock and have never heard of it, it’s one of this year’s hottest social networks that will probably be bought for like $1.5 jillion or some other ridiculous amount. In this episode, the main character takes Pinterest …
Ghost God.
A$AP affiliate SpaceGhostPurrp recently released new visuals for his single “The Black God”. Many are anticipating his forthcoming project Mysterious Phonk: Chronicles of SpaceGhostPurrp and telling from the likes of this video, we’re in for a shitload of phonk, grim gold, and deep black. Mysterious Phonk: Chronicles of SpaceGhostPurrp is set for June 12th. “The Black God” by SpaceGhostPurrp.↓ Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Guy Rule #62
Never take lady advice from a guy who follows it up with, “Trust me, bitches love that shit.” 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
Swimming in Trash.
Shoegaze quartet Trailer Trash Tracys just released a new video today for “Los Angered”, the first single from their debut album Ester. The video, directed by Penny Mills, is a dreamy and psychedelic whirlpool consisting of trippy colors, vibrant foams and melting crayons. The London gang looks semi-disinterested — as usual — while Susanne Aztoria’s honeyed vocals sing a sweet lullaby. “Los …
Spring’s Flower.
Dominican-American photographer Luis Guillén captures Nykhor for a makeup editorial in Bullett Magazine. 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
Bear & Co.: “Back in the Fray, Ery’day.”
‡Episode I: “Back in the Fray, Ery’day.”‡ ‡ Created by Akeem K. Duncan & Rachel J. Burkett. ‡ ‡ Written by Akeem K. Duncan & Lamont Dunnigan. ‡ ‡ Illustrated by Akeem K. Duncan. ‡ ‡ Arrangement by Bim Star. ‡ 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 …
Etcher: Etch A Sketch for iPad.
Remember the days when you could make all of your mistakes disappear with a couple of shakes? The days where everything was connected and there was no such idea as isolation? Okay, maybe we were a little too into our Etch A Sketches but we’re pretty sure Ari Krupnik feels the same way. There is no other reason why he would …