Maison Martin Margiela recently revealed their 2012-Pre-Fall Paint Splatter Replica Sneakers. The artsy kicks feature authentically accidental splatters that look very much like one of Basquiat‘s suits. 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. …
Ian the Smart Ass.
As an artist Ian Stevenson is both smart and rude — intellectually uncouth, if you will. He truly has a sense of humor. Stevenson’s work does its best to satirize the things that most human beings hold dear; and that includes everything from Superman and 9/11 to Kim Kardashian and Princess Diana. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication …
News from Nunez.
Remember the feature we did on Glenford Nunez and The Coiffure Project last week? Well, we are happy to announce that the artist is working on a new project and released the first photo today! “First photo from my new series. Not sure about the name yet but this project is no makeup, Photoshop, or strobe lights. Just sun light …
The Ahmad Jamal Trio.
A friend of ours sent over a wonderful video last week and we’ve been working to it all weekend. It features pianist Ahmad Jamal along with cellist Jamil Nasser and drummer Frank Gant performing in Paris as the Ahmad Jamal Trio in 1971. Our friend actually had the pleasure of recently meeting and befriending the drummer and thought we would enjoy a …
Neneh Cherry’s Thing.
Reemerging from a years-long hiatus, international pop star of the 80’s and early 90’s Neneh Cherry is back with an album of remixed and refurbished covers. The “Buffalo Stance” singer (and big sister to Eagle Eye Cherry) takes the concept of re-doing to an elevated level. The Cherry Thing is a showcase and reminder of why Cherry is an artistic …
A Look at Givenchy Resort 2013.
Spurred by the notion of the “traveling, nomadic woman”, Givenchy’s creative director Riccardo Tisci has revealed the 2013 Resort collection to much fanfare. The line features bold graphic prints, caped jackets and dresses. It also plays heavily on sarouel pants, poncho tops, and paisley prints; all sought after trends for the upcoming seasons. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …
Learnin’ Youse Some Lettas: Gainsaid.
Gainsaid (Pronounced: Gain•said)→ Verb.: a) to declare to be untrue or invalid. b) contradict, oppose. Example: “It can’t be gainsaid that most people wish they had more time and money.” 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 …
Toffee (Sky)e.
Visual artist Skye Kelly uses real toffee in her Creep (strain) installation. The project went on display last year at the Aporia RMIT Sculpture Grad Show. 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$AP x Brown.
New school rappers A$AP Rocky and Danny Brown yuk it up for the “second” time in part two of an interesting back and forth in Barcelona. Rocky and Brown discuss typical guy matters like ‘who would you fuck?’ and awkward toothless blowjobs. At one point, Brown — who is fucking hilarious — makes A$AP spit up his drink due to …
Caught Red Handed.
Dutch painter Martine Johanna captures dramatic displays in her work filled surrealistic tension and fashionable poise. “The Last Thought” is acrylic on linen while “Say Something” is oil on linen. 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 …
Good Muffin.
Italian designer Matteo Bianchi showcased his ‘Muffin Pouffe’ at TENT London last year and we are still gushing over this sweet looking article of furniture. It said to be Bianchi’s interpretation of an ottoman or hassock. Not aren’t only are these cool, they are also functionally. The muffin top can be removed and the inside can be used for storage. Customers can also customize …
Seton Hall to Reel in Freshman with Free Smartphones.
Seton Hall University recently announced its plans to provide all incoming freshman with brand new Nokia Lumia 900 smartphones for the 2012 school year. The phone, which already has a partnership with the university via Nokia, AT&T and Microsoft, is part of the school’s Mobile Computing Initiative (which has been providing students with free laptops since 1997) and will come …
That’s Osa.
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The Comfort of Not Knowing.
“Most people think they know the answer. I am willing to admit I don’t even know the question.” – Arsenio Hall. 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
Steve Wins.
Action Bronson and Party Supplies recently released visual for “Steve Wynn” this Sunday. Directing by Rik Cordero, the video is pokes hilarious fun of the recent bath salts/face eating incident. In the video, a perceived dweeb grows tired of being pushed around, inhales the bath salts and proceeds to go full Bronson. The three last collaborated on the video for …
What a Bor.
Illustrator and street artist Sretan Bor creates brilliantly primitive works that are both surrealistic and intriguing. Living and working in Zagreb, Croatia and Belgrade, Serbia, the artist almost primarily exists in a realm of religious satire, human bureaucracy and wilderness. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Excusing His French.
Bronx rapper French Montana just dropped a single title “Pop That”. The track features fellow Bad Boy Rick Ross and YMCMB whippersnappers Drake and Lil’ Wayne. If the cover hasn’t hinted this already, the popping being spoken of will not be of gats. Let’s just say that you are guaranteed to hear this in rotation when visiting you neighbor “skin …
Cracks of Boredom.
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The Mightiest Villain of Them All.
“And by the way, everything in life is writable about if you have the outgoing guts to do it, and the imagination to improvise. The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.” – Sylvia Plath. 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 …
For (Real) Play.
The best thing about washing clothes USED to be the opportunity to play the shitty arcade game that occasionally took your quarter. Now people have cellphones full of apps so no one really gives a rats ass about the dusty old Street Fighter II parked in the corner. This has caused some laundromat owners to not even bother with the dated …
Back in the (Passion) Pits.
The new Passion Pit campaign is fully underway. The group released their first single last month and have followed up with a spanking new one this month — the second to come off of the forthcoming Gossamer. “I’ll Be Alright” is a scattered and busy affair but a great listen. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to …
Madge’s Nip Slip.
M.I.A’s middle finger “snafu” at this year’s Super Bowl should have been clearly overshadowed by Madge’s latest stunt in Istanbul. But, fortunately for the Material Girl, her nipple flashing incident was months later — which equals years in pop culture time — and was conducted on a far less greater stage. Then again, much like the Super Bowl bird flip, …
Berlin in the 3rd Dimension.
Photographer Lars Brandt Stisen seeks to stop us in our tracks with his series Frozen in time, fragmenten aus BERLIN series. “The closest you get to travelling in time is a photograph. It’s more precise than a memory, more present than a motion picture and closer than a dream. A photograph is a fragment of a time and place replaying in front of your eyes …
Big Sean’s New Outlook.
GOOD Music playboy Big Sean recently discussed plans for his second album. Sean told MTV that he’s in “a whole different thought mentality” for his sophomore effort. He say that he has better sense of who is an artist and what he represents. He then went on to say that the change in mentality came while he was on tour last …
Fresh Cut Suits.
Graphic designer Jonathan Shackleton was approached by the Italian paper company Fedrigoni and was offered the opportunity to create an ill campaign that would “ensure the entire UK design industry hears about the paper selection tool, consisting of 262 various paper samples which enables designers to choose the best shade and most suitable surface for their very next project.” — His words, …
Citrus Catalogue.
We found this tasty morsel of information about citrus. Courtesy of fitness junkie Kathryn Camille, here are some interesting health facts about your favorite citrus fruits. L e m o n. promotes healthy weight-loss due to digestive aid and liver cleansing abilities · prevents acne · lessens anxiety · heals canker sores · helps neutralize fevers and chills · fights …
The Crucifixture.
“If Jesus had been killed twenty years ago, Catholic school children would be wearing little electric chairs around their necks instead of crosses.” – Lenny Bruce. 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. …
Shiny New Apple.
Brooding wildchild Fiona Apple has finally returned with a brand new studio offering this summer. Coming off of a 7 year hiatus, Apple’s The Idler Wheel… is surrounded by months worth of hype. The full title of the album is The Idler Wheel Is Wiser Than The Driver of The Screw And Whipping Cords Will Serve You More Than Ropes Ever Do and is due …
Quiet Lunch Magazine ‡ June 11th, 2012. – June 17th, 2012.
Music month continues and this week’s book sees a consecutive appearance by filmmaker Jeff VASH. We’ll be interviewing VASH and getting an inside look on exactly what makes this cat tick. Also on the menu, a review of Patti Smith’s new album; an early streaming of Fiona Apple’s new album; the knitting knack of Juliana Santacruz Herrera and the sculpting splendor of …
The Pie Hole: Capsized.
Egg in a Portobello Mushroom.↓ You’ve more than likely eaten breakfast already but this recipe is so good, you won’t mind making it a late brunch. Poached from E.A.T., this recipe is simple, innovative, healthy and delicious. Ingredients.↓ • 6 Modestly Large Portobello Mushrooms. • 6 Eggs. • 6 teaspoons of Virgin Olive Oil. • Salt. • Pepper. • Thyme. On the Clock.↓ …
The Cat’s in the Bag. (NSFW)
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More Pink Slime.
Goofy wordsmith Mac Miller is continuing to team up with super producer Pharrell Williams. Pharrell recently revealed that the two have recorded 10 tracks for Miller’s Pink Slime EP. Aside from Pink Slime, Pharrell also revealed his plans to work with artists such as Frank Ocean, Usher, A$AP Rocky and others. Just this week Miller released “Onaroll” via tweeter and garnered quite a …
On a Pedestal.
“How goodness heightens beauty!” – Milan Kundera. 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
Inside The Coiffure Project.
Glenford Nunez is an artist with a purpose. It’s a cliche statement but when you hear Nunez speak about his craft, you know that he isn’t just merely creating with whimsy. “The Coiffure Project was never meant to be a Black thing… it was all about the hair.” The Coiffure Project, a series by Nunez that shines a modest spotlight …
(Digit)al Drawing.
Judith Ann Braun gives whole new meaning to finger painting. Using charcoal dust, Braun sketches out elaborately intricate murals without the assistance of anything more than her 10 digits. 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,” …
Fast Take Out.
Photo Courtesy of Aalto + Aalto. Innovative and ingenious, this storage cabinet is the coolest thing since the cool side of the pillow. Designed by Klaus Aalto, this dresser has individual take-away storage cases; perfect for travel, organization and categorizing. The cabinet briefcases are made of Plasticase plastic and can be custom ordered in about ten colors and labels. →Order …
Lost iin Liisa.
Estonian illustrator Liisa Kruusmägi does not color inside the lines. Her works have an all over the place feel, but it is that sense of disarray that makes you welcome her infiltration. Inspired by other artists, culture and everyday people she draws her inspiration from the energy of life; fueling her (visually) altering state of mind. The most intriguing aspect …
Girl 6.
Very rarely does one come across a personality that makes you literally stop dead in your tracks and stare in awe. Upon first meeting Raye Six, also stylized as Raye 6, you can not help but bask in her overwhelming radiance; so hot it’ll make you see stars. The Brooklyn artist is liberated, eccentric and is officially — by our …
Manifest.
“Everything you can imagine is real.” – Pablo Picasso. 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
Hit the (Button) Books.
These adorable Button Books are the fucking bee’s knees. Made by Stephanie Davidson, the original illustrations were done with ink and color pencil. 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 Future of Coexisting.
The xx announced the title and release date of their forthcoming album last week. The indie pop trio, formerly a quartet, has received tons of accolades since their 2009 debut, xx, and since then many fans — new and old — have been pining for another offering. Their second will be titled Coexist and is slated for September 10th release. While …
Learnin’ Youse Lettas: Fissure.
Fissure (Pronounced: fish•er)→ Noun.: a) a separation or disagreement in thought or viewpoint. b) a break or slit in tissue usually at the junction of skin and mucous membrane. Example: “There were numerous fissures in their political party.” Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …
Felting Zoo.
There aren’t many things that soften our harden hearts but these felt animals by Built on Branches sure do turn our tickers to mush. Each animals is created through the fun and meditative process of needle felting. A barbed needle is repeatedly jabbed into a ball of wool roving. This causes the fibers to tangle and become increasingly dense, resulting in the …
A Sense of Renewal.
The piece below is being featured, along with other works by Andrew Hem, at the group show Death and the Maiden which opens this Friday, June 8th at Roq la Rue Gallery in Seattle, Washington. Hem, who was born during his parents’ flight from Cambodia, started out as a graffiti artist before turning to painting. So, if you’re in the Seattle Washington area, check Hem’s …
Hump Day Treat of the Week: Slaycats.
We almost forgot to give up our HDTW. Okay, that sounded weird. Moving on, this week’s video is a plethora of claymation slaughter. 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, …