Yeah, we know… Camouflage prints are making another resurgence in the urban style scene when it seems like they never went out of style in the first. Nonetheless, when we came across the new Vans Alcon collection and we just had to share it with you. ↑ Purchase Here ↑ Written by Bim Star.↓ Bim StarThis New York City native breathes the concrete …
The Trill Life of Jeff VASH.
“…There’s always somebody reaching for something that’s out of their reach or out of their control and they’re trying to fix it.” When you first look at Jeff VASH, you see a walking thundercloud of awesome visuals, ill techniques and supreme vision. But when you actually speak with Jeff VASH, you are met with a tranquil eye of a diligent storm. [divider]SPONSORED …
The Desensitization of a Nation.
I can’t speak for the world, but I can speak for Americans—We are so desensitized. Our actions, morals, and values are grossly disappearing. Some say it is evolution; some say it is progress; some say we are going to hell in a hand basket. When do we step outside of the box, take a peek through the looking glass, and ask—Do we really need …
Mayor Bloomberg to Formally Ban Sugary Drinks.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s ban on sugary drinks larger than 16 ounces has been set in motion after the city’s Board of Health unanimously voted in favor of the proposal Tuesday. Bloomberg announced his proposed idea last week and now with its approval, some New Yorkers are up in arms. A formal vote has yet to be secured but if it …
A Clockwork (Ocean).
Waiting in the wings for the right moment to strike, Frank Ocean’s highly anticipated debut album, Channel Orange, is sure to force you to tune in. His preview drop, “Pyramids” is as if flipping through audio channels; a 10-minute journey through snapshots of a multitude of musical genres. Definitely not one to be predictable, the track demonstrates Ocean’s lust for …
Getting the Art Down Pat.
“All the art of living lies in a fine mingling of letting go and holding on.” – Havelock Ellis. 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
Perfucted.
Boneface’s work can be summed up using two words, PURE POWER. The UK artist spares neither lives nor details. Snorting a powdery crystallized substance that consists of comics, video games, and craptastic B-Movies, his work is spunky, gory and occasionally surrealistic. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
A Dip in the Strawberry River.
What may look like a giant pool of strawberry Nesquik is actually Lake Retba in Dakar, Senegal. The lake’s dazzling color is caused by high levels of salt — with some areas containing up to 40% of it. Extremophile bacteria expert, Michael Danson, explains the phenomenon of the “Strawberry Shake Lake”: “The strawberry colour is produced by salt-loving organism Dunaliella salina. They …
Splattery Will Get You Somewhere.
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.
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 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.
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 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)
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
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 …