Backpacks are usually cumbersome if your mode of transport has 2 wheels. And who wants to look like a messenger everyday on their way to work or their next class? So we were kind of giddy when we came across a dope shell shaped back pack. ↓ Cyclus Pangolin .↓ This brain bucket will definitely give you a modern futuristic look …
Smoke ‘Em Out!
Smith Journal collaborated with renowned Victorian grower, gatherer, hunter and cook Rohan Anderson to build a pioneer-style cold smokehouse on his property just outside Ballarat. This short film by Melbourne-based production studio Commoner captures the vision of the smokehouse build and the story of Anderson’s motivation. A step-by-step account of the process is featured in Smith Journal volume four, on sale now. …
Cloud Over Calgary.
Calgary based artist and filmmaker Caitlind Brown created a whimsical installation for this year’s Nuit Blanche in Calgary, which took place a few nights ago. Simply titled, Cloud, the installation is made from 5,000 reappropriated domestic light bulbs. Participants are allowed to walk through a shower of rain-like pull string switches and illuminate the cloud at their on will. More info here. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch …
Nesting Made Easy.
French designers Daniel Pouzet and Fred Frety have created ‘Nestrest’, an outdoor pod for contemporary brand, Dedon. The Nestrest sits on the ground or hangs from a tree, creating a safe and comfortable environment for its users. One of Dedon’s signature pieces, it brings the user closer to nature while still providing some much needed shelter. To enjoy this organic contraption, click →here←. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Wallowing in Ashes.
“The only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a commonplace thing, but burn, burn, burn…” – Jean-Louis “Jack” Kerouac Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …
275 Days and Counting.
Artist David Leitner is using his 275 Days project as a way to improve his artistic skills. From what we’re seeing here, Leitner’s artistic skills need no improving. 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. …
Salty About It.
Salt installation artist Motoi Yamamoto frequently creates awe inspiring works that seem almost impossible to make. The labyrinth being shown today was done at Bellevue Arts Museum over a one week period (Feb 27 – Mar 4, 2012) for the exhibition “Making Mends” which went on view March 1 – May 27, 2012. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …
In the Navy.
Kilo Kish recently released some kaleidoscopic visuals for her single “Navy”. Directed by Ben Rayner and Kish herself, the video turns Gotham City into a tasty dreamscape and even sees a cameo from Jessie Boykins III. Preorder the physical “12 →here← and get it digitally →here←. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and …
Matchstick Munchies.
If there were a time when we desperately wish that knew Japanese, that time would be now. These adorable matchstick cookies from Kanon look almost too cool to eat and although we aren’t fluent in Japanese, we gathered that they are pretty easy to make on your own. Simply put, they are finely sugar cookies dipped in colored icing. Click …
Quiet Lunch Magazine ‡ Sept 17th, 2012. – September 23rd, 2012.
This week’s issue sees an appearance by the Abbott himself, the RZA. Quiet Lunch catches up with the RZA backstage at Burton’s launch of the movie 13. Also, after much listening, we finally put our two cents in on The xx’s new album Coexist. Unflinchingly Yours, Quiet Lunch Staff. Stay Tuned! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote …
Stacks & Terry.
Our friends over at SUPRA just released the Pro + Am Collection. It features four signature pro model shoes redesigned by four different Ams (meaning amateurs). Skater Terry Kennedy‘s signature edition, Stacks, are the first pair to drop in the collection. Kevin Romar collaborated with the design colorway. Dubbed, TK + Romar Stacks, the sneaks sport a unique, black, nappy suede upper with …
Micah On Acid.
The work of Micah Lidberg seems to celebrate the end of summer with a hit of acid. Lidberg creates a world that possesses a strong dose of frightful beauty. His pieces are surrealistically playful but somewhat tormented. We caught up with Lidberg and asked our usual questions: On his inspiration: “I think Nature has always been a big influence. When I …
Type of Emotions.
Artist Casey Weldon creates some offhandedly creepy portraits that masks the authenticity of human emotion by incorporation frequently used emoticons. In a way, the series depicts the eclipsing of human expression. 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 …
Pasta in the City.
There are times when a product’s packaging just does it for you. Even if it’s something that you do not necessarily need, the right packaging can convince you that you do. If that is case, then we need about a lifetime supply of NYC Spaghetti. “The NYC Spaghetti started as a university project where I had to repackage a diffcult item. My choice was …
A Visit to the Car Graveyard.
These cars at CMP Block in Taiwan have been half buried and landscaped over. This installation sees an interesting new use for automobiles that are way pass their prime. It’s also a great way to prevent car thief, providing that you’re up to the task of digging your car out of the ground every morning. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a …
Look, Jim… No Hands.
You are at a game, concert, or some outdoor festivities and you want want to capture your favorite moment but you may have your hands full. Alas, what if there was a wireless camcorder you could use with no hands? Look no further because Looxcie has just answered your call. Here is a demo of how this device works: The …
Getting Your Hands On a Magnum.
Yeah, we know. This is the coolest hairdryer ever and your head is about to explode. But, here’s the thing, it’s going to be damn near impossible to get your hands on one. Being that the 357 Magnum Hairdryer by Jerdon was a scorching hot vintage find in late 2010, everyone bought them like they were going out of style …
Round and Round at Burning Man.
The only thing more kickass than Burning Man is a hula cam at Burning Man. Check out this interesting experiment by Rob Volkel done at this year’s Burning Man festival. 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,” …
Estroiezioni. (NSFW)
Photographer Sabrina Baruzzi‘s Estroiezioni series is a torturous transformation of what can be expelled from the human body. 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
In Love with a Banshee.
It isn’t necessarily fair to compare an artist to another artist during an album review but it is something that we are seriously considering doing at the moment. It’s not like we haven’t done it before. After all, we’re not doing it to diminish the artist’s body of work — in fact, we view it as a compliment. Great minds …
Tale of the Smoking Skull.
Photographer Romain Laurent‘s Burnout sees an aesthetically pleasing manipulation of smoke and sunshine. Literalizing the concept of a hot head, Laurent creates a whimsical display that has the impact of a full feature film. BURNOUT from Romain Laurent on Vimeo. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
Always Milky Silky.
A union of illustrator Madalina Andronic & designer Claudiu Stefan, The Awe♥some Project is an “experimental journey of a multidisciplinary creative duo through the awesome milky-silky world of porcelain, with a touch of Romanian folklore.” Consisting of everything from vases to cutlery rests, our most favorite piece to come out of the project is their groovy porcelain collar. To order this item, contact …
Colagens.
Pedro Varela‘s Colagens is an even-flowing work that bleeds incessantly across the walls. 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
Taking Ctrl-Alt-Delete of Your Life.
The average human being can spend up to nine hours day on the computer and now, with the introduction of the Ctrl-Alt-Delete cup set, you can spend even more time attached to your comp. “Until now, there wasn’t a clever way to combine both kinds of refreshment with style. Now you can enjoy your personal mental refresh using a coffee-cup …
Truth Stays.
We came across a new music video for a song called “Stayin’ True”. The dudes on the track are Two-9‘s Retro Su$h! (featuring Key) and the song comes off of their debut mixtape Kung Fu In Japan, released September 29th. Check out the visuals and the download link to their current project below. ↓ Stayin True ↓. → Download Two-9’s Forever Mixtape ← Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch …
Influential Hi.
Quiet Lunch was in attendance for the NYFW runway show of NiceInHarlem‘s exclusive debut of his new clothing line, influentialNY. The looks show a blending of Boho chic with a splash of SoHa (that’s South Harlem) swag. These pieces can complement most wardrobes while making a silently influential statement. It also included a rare all white lettermen varsity jacket and …
Riders Mixing Riding Mixers.
In the near future, nightclubs may have to get a little creative in order to expand and appeal to the gen-Yers. Here is a cool idea, first you build a club with a BMX park in the middle. Second, you fit some riders with Coogo‘s Turntable Rider. Lastly, you let these guys come in and scratch up the place. Quiet LunchQuiet …
Wallflowers.
Brazil based artist Guilherme Kramer spends a year painting a gazillion faces on the walls of an office in São Paulo. Titled We See People in the Crowd, the project was a painstaking task that looks to be well worth the time. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, …
All Aboard.
Jet Life connoisseur, Curren$y, recently released visuals for the single “Leaving the Dock” off of the Harry Fraud collaboration, Cigarette Boats. The video features the studio footage from the one-take recording of the verse and hook. It also some contains performance footage for those of you who can’t get enough of the Jet Life. Curren$y’s first studio album, Stone Immaculate, is …
Hands Off… Well, Not Really.
Today we featured another piece from the Sculptures by the Sea collective. Do Not… is a satirical sculpture created by artist Gary Deirmendjian. The piece directly toys with the concept of reverse psychology. 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 …
A Choice in Literary Material.
“If you only read the books that everyone else is reading, you can only think what everyone else is thinking.” – Haruki Murakami. 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
Up Demon Hill.
Los Angeles-based artist Julian Hoeber has created an installation that defies physics. His first exhibit in New York, DH#2 (Demon Hill #2) is a variation on the first Demon Hill; an installation that manipulates “gravitational mystery spots”. The whole experience makes you feel like a background dancer in the “Smooth Criminal” video. “Hoeber works in a variety of media- sculpture, …
Vans OTW x Howell.
Tis the season to wear textiles! Postured as Vans OTW‘s own approached to the desert boot, the Howells are a casual Fall must have. People were raving about them back in June but as the cooler weather draws closer, these shoes are looking more and more necessary. We’re digging the stark contrast between the hypnotic tweed-like heel and grim black …
Who Left the Tap Running?
Who left the tap running? is a comical sculpture by artist Simon McGrath located at Bondi Beach in Australia. The 2011 sculpture was a part of a series titled Sculptures by the Sea. 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 …
Try a Vader Pop?
STOYN is a company known for its ambient marketing, keen vision and Darth Vader ice cream. That last part sounded a little weird but trust us, once you take a look at STOYN’s tasty treats, you’ll jizz your pants. To see more, click → here ←. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and …
The Pie Hole: Cupping Season.
Coffee Cake Cups.↓ Now, these have to be the most adorable treats we’ve ever seen in our damn lives. Poached from The Cookie Fairy, this recipe looks complicated and guess what, it is — but not as complicated as it seems. With a little elbow grease and caramel glue, you can be impressing your cake addicted friends in no time. …
Death of the Summer.
Trinidadian artist Gerrel Saunders, also known as Gaks, creates a brief series that brings to mind a summer that is on its way out. If you are interested in purchasing one, click → 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 …
Not One, Not Two… But Seven.
Christopher Walken is back and we couldn’t be happier. Starring in a Lucky Number Slevin/Smokin’ Aces type mashup, Walken appears alongside Sam Rockwell and Colin Farrell in Seven Psychopaths. The comedy is written and directed by Irish playwright Martin McDonagh and also stars Woody Harrelson, Abbie Cornish (Sucker Punch), Tom Waits (The Book of Eli), Olga Kurylenko (Quantum of Solace), and Gabourey Sidibe (Precious: Based on the Novel “Push” by Sapphire). The film is …
Self-Money in the Bank.
In conjunction with the Bureau of Self-Recognition, artist Chloë Bass has created an installation that interacts with its audience through encouraging self enrichment. The Bank Vault (pictured below) is only half of the Bank of the Bureau of Self Recognition project. The other half is a rather nifty “Making Time” kit that comes with all the accouterments needed to get you …
Looks Like a Duck, Quacks Like a Dog.
This seems like the most cruelest invention ever but it is actually meant dangerous dogs from looking like dangerous dogs. OPPO‘s Quack muzzle is an adorable way to contain your nippy pooch. It can be ordered in different sizes and comes in three different color ways. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
Drenched in Sky.
Eric Cahan‘s Sky Series is an ongoing project that captures phenomenal color gradient created by sunsets and sunrises alike. Accumulated during his extensive travels, each photo is tagged which a specific time and location. Forewarning, the photo have been slightly treated with Photoshop but a great majority of the polychromatic beauty that you’re about to see was authentically captured by with colored resin …
Hump Day Treat of the Week: Scooby On His Duty.
Pogo is a guy who takes iconic cartoons and makes a tasty visual remixes for us to enjoy. Check out his latest video treat featuring Hanna-Barbera‘s Scooby Doo. Here is our viral Hump Day Treat of the Week: → Happy Hump Day ← Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
Don’t Die.
New York City based artist Joe Hayes recently released a visual tribute to 9/11 titled “Don’t Die”. It is a heartfelt short that brings us all back to the day when the towers took their fall. Hayes’ website goes live tonight at 9:11 p.m tonight. Click →here← when that time comes. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …
Learnin’ Youse Some Lettas: Peradventure.
Peradventure (Pronounced: Per•adventure)→ Adverb.: a) perhaps, possibly. b) uncertainty or doubt as to whether something is the case.. Example: “It was some time before it cleared, but, when it did, and he knew beyond peradventure the crushing, everlasting truth, not a sound escaped him.” Example²: “It is a fact established beyond peradventure.” Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to …
Ignore Hitler.
There are some things that you just cannot ignore; Hilter is one of them. Despite that fact, Michael of Scotland uses his talents to implore that you do. Michael’s Ignore Hitler illustrations, which are done using the popular game Draw Something, has caught the attention of many of the over the and have finally made their way to us. In …