oday we take a look at Caitlin McDonagh‘s Fabulous Beasts. McDonagh, a Vancouver Island native, is inspired by folklore, storytelling, traditions, architecture as well as various real and un-real sources. The series was featured as a solo exhibition at Possible Worlds in Ottawa, Ontario. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with …
Swanky the Floating Ladle. | OTOTO.
ife is filled with hardships but there is anything more devastating than have your ladle sink into the soup—especially when its been touched by everyone at the table. The folks from OTOTO aspire to put an end to our misery with Swanky, the floating ladle. Thanksgiving inspire satire aside, Swanky is a genius innovation that puts a new spin on a …
The Fight Continues at Richard Beavers Gallery. | Leroy Campbell.
his exhibition is dedicated to Muhammad Ali and his fighting spirit. He embodied the long line of fighting spirits we have as a people. Our spirit defines us. Ideology, family, political affiliations, or race does not have a right to disrupt or bring disharmony to it. The threatening of your God-given spirit must be removed. The spirit itself fights for …
No Plan B. | David J. Carol.
his hardcover book was published in conjunction with David Carol‘s first retrospective show, NO PLAN B at the Leica Gallery in Soho, New York. This compilation of 32 photographs represents the last 25 years of his work. The photos of David’s travels include images from Russia to Turkey, Mexico to the Canadian Arctic, all with his very unique and personal vision. …
Bookworm. | BAGatelleStudio.
or the woman who is a bookworm and proud of it, the folks at BAGatelleStudio have just the perfect accessory. Designer Elena Myloslavskaya combines academic sensibility and fashion sensibility with these handmade book clutches. The clutches are designed to resemble some of our favorite literary classics. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture …
The New Norm. | Stephen Fox.
here is something undeniably classic about Stephen Fox‘s work. Series such as The Drive-In, Inhabitants and Roadside Attractions hark back to an era that is far removed but yet so close to the heart. Even when Fox depicts modernity in his series, The City, he managed to cast the piece in a blanket of nostalgia. Fox is obsessed with nightscapes, so it is no …
General Dynamics. | Doug Young. | The Lodge Gallery.
he Lodge Gallery proudly presents, General Dynamics, a solo exhibition of works by Doug Young. In his second solo exhibition with The Lodge Gallery, Young explores the ego of man and the arrogance of governmental power. This recent body of work investigates the radical politics of our age and the coinciding precarious state of our natural environment. Vacillating through time from the unpeopled …
NSFW | Masks-Show. | Masha Svyatogor.
elarusian artist Masha Svyatogor uses her series, Masks-Show, to merge the worlds of photography and painting into one intimate display of modern pulchritude. In the series, Svyatogor cuts and pastes visual excerpts from well known Flemish and Baroque works—possibly by such artists as Botticelli, Raphael and Michelangelo. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
Common Threads at The Rubin Museum of Art.
ommon Threads will bring together artists, philanthropists, and refugee activists to celebrate what we share through fashion, art, and storytelling. It will be an evening of traditional styles, the modern designs they inspire, and cutting edge garments influenced by the reality of refugees. Common Threads is being presented in partnership with The Rubin Museum of Art. The event is honoring six …
Base 12 Binocular Show at Mana Contemporary. | Apostrophe NYC.
he Base 12 Binocular Show, currently on display at Mana Contemporary (November 12th – 23rd), is an interactive group show that investigates scale and perception. Unconventional hanging initially hides the artwork from the viewer, who must then use the binoculars to enter the show. Through the binoculars each artist’s work can only be seen alone. This enables the viewer to embark on a scavenger …
NSFW | Infinity Selfie. | Leah Schrager.
erging new school narcissism with trippy traditional trickery, Leah Schrager‘s Infinity Selfie is easy to get lost in. Schrager is known for tackling beauty, sexuality and the human form in her work; and with this series, she seems to be going deeper down the rabbit hole. In a way, Infinity Selfie entertains how one can lose oneself even in the exploration …
Four Flights Up. | A Group Exhibition at The Leo.
our Flights Up shares the intimacies of the neighborhood by looking into and looking out of the artist’s window. Harlem is a culturally rich and diverse community of which artists have always played a significant role. It is equally important to acknowledge, patronize and understand the artists of today as it is to remember the artists and writers of the …
Mythomania. | A new series by by Uday K. Dhar.
day K. Dhar is pleased to presents a new series, Mythomania at Harlem Properties sponsored by VOSS. Dhar recreates the Gods in a series of mixed media studies with a new lens and in a contemporary context. He cultivates an alternative view of the history of Western Art by questioning what this imagery means to a person of color. With each …
Post No Bills. | Neuberger Museum at SUNY Purchase.
Last week, I stumbled into an amazing exhibition called Post No Bills: Public Walls as Studio and Source featuring Artists BLU (Senigallia, Italy), Mark Bradford (Los Angeles), Burhan Dogançay (Turkey), José Parlá (Miami), JR (Paris), Robin Rhode (Cape Town), Vhils a.k.a. Alexandre Farto (Portugal), and Jacque Villeglé (Paris) while visiting the Neuberger Museum in Purchase, NY. Being a product of the graffiti era …
Nothing Huge at XY Atelier. | Danny Lane.
Y Gallery is pleased to announce Nothing Huge an abstract exhibition of photographs by Danny Lane, marking the first solo show for the NYC based artist. The pictures were shot on 35mm film on the streets of lower Manhattan. Nothing Huge explores the shapes and colors of downtown Manhattan where all things seemingly have a life of their own. Lane, …
NEW VIDEO | “Woman” | Kendra Morris.
inger Kendra Morris recently released a new video for her single, “Woman.” Directed by Joe Lumbroso and written by Jillian Mackintosh, both of Brilliant Champions, the video features Morris playing the role of a scorned lover. Wounded and obsessed, Morris struggles to mend a broken heart and her sanity. “Woman” can be found on Morris’ latest studio album, Babble. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch …
The Trophy Room. | CJ Hendry.
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 Waterschatten Collection. | Nienke Hoogvliet.
ow, before you read on, we ask that you open not just your eyes, but your minds. One of the many beauties of innovation is the transmutation of materials. This is why we find Nienke Hoogvliet‘s Waterschatten Collection so fascinating! Constructing a large dining table, a set of pendant lights and a range of bowls, Hoogvliet has employed reclaimed and recycled toilet …
WORLD PREMIERE. | “The Messenger” | TRAP.
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
NEW MUSIC | “A Way Out” | Youceff Kabal.
ouceff Kabal, formerly know as YUS, recently released a brand new single titled, “A Way Out.” The song, laced with a poignant instrumental and meaningful lyrics, addresses the need to find one’s self before finding a significant other. “A Way Out” has a melancholic melody that resonates heavily with anyone who is in the pursuit of love and happiness. “A …
Who On Earth Is Leon Löwentraut? | A Quiet Lunch Interview.
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 Graduate Limited Edition Print. | Rory Kurtz.
rtist Rory Kurtz recently release a new limited edition print paying homage to the classic coming of age film, The Graduate. This screenprint poster was produced as an exclusive MONDO release at their third annual MondoCon. This is an artist proof, and identical to the numbered edition. It is signed by the artist, but not numbered. Extremely limited numbers, only a handful …
Ellannah Sadkin Debuts TOONOLOGY at The Pivot Gallery.
ondon based artist Ellannah Sadkin recently debut TOONOLOGY at The Pivot Gallery in Chelsea. Curated by Lori Zimmer, this is Sadkin’s first solo exhibition and Quiet Lunch had the privilege of hosting a special preview last week. Sadkin wowed the audience with her brilliant line work, vivid color palette and pop oriented subject matter. All smiles, Sadkin had this to say about …
Relative Refractions. | Bogdan Seredyak.
hen we look out into the world, we do more than just look—we feel. Ukrainian born artist and architect Bogdan Seredyak is currently working on a new series titled Relative Refractions; and in this series, he examines not only our perception of reality but the melding of multiple realities into one semi-cohesive abstract vision. We caught up with Seredyak who issued …
The Five Boroughs. | Daniel Labrosse.
rench-Hungarian visual artist Daniel Labrosse put his own abstract spin on Gotham in his ongoing series, The Five Boroughs. Labrosse has also coupled this series with another ongoing narrative titled Moon of Doom. You can keep track of both, and other works, on his website. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …
NEW VIDEO | “Surfin'” | Kid Cudi. |X| Pharrell Williams.
id Cudi celebrated Halloween by releasing new visuals for the single, “Surfin’” featuring Pharrell Williams. Directed by Mescudi, the video features some special guest appearances by A$AP Rocky, A$AP Nast, Willow Smith and Jayden Smith. “Surfin’” can be found on Cudi’s soon to be released studio album, Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin‘. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …
Return to King’s Landing. | Vieno James.
Vieno James (b. 1996) work serves as a synthesis of his experience of reality, drawing from paleontology, history, and everyday life. His subject matter often deals with social injustice and cultural fluidity. He lives and works in New York. Being an American artist of African and Near Eastern diaspora, Vieno James created his most recent body of work, Return to King’s …
NEW VIDEO | Where Are We. | Kwesi Abbensetts |x| Trae Harris.
wesi Abbensetts just released a new short film titled, Where Are We. Starring performance artist Trae Harris, the film is an introspective journey through the outside world. You can view more of Abbensetts’ films on his Vimeo channel. Where Are We from Kwesi Abbensetts on Vimeo. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …
Ownership. | Pantyhoes.
eing provocative is an art; an art that is seldom understood and rarely mastered. It’s not only about being provocative, it’s about being provocative with a purpose. Pantyhose, a collective movement rooted in sharp wit and post-feminism, has purpose. We had the pleasure of meeting with the founder, Hannah Palant, who summed up Pantyhoes’ mission in one thoughtful statement. Pantyhoes …
ICYMI. | My Red Is Not Your Red Exhibition. | Opening Night Video Recap.
n case you missed it, here is a recap video of the opening of MY RED IS NOT YOUR RED, A David White Exhibition at XY Gallery presented by Eastmen Collective and Quiet Lunch. My Red Is Not Your Red exhibition is currently up at XY Gallery on 81 Hester Street, NYC until November 3rd. CLOSING RECEPTION 11/2/2016 | XY …
NEW VIDEO | “Feel It” | 21 Savage |x| Metro Boomin’.
Savage gets lovey dovey with his latest single, “Feel It.” The young rapper teamed with Metro Boomin’ to create a song “that street niggas can relate to.” He also stated that “at the end of the day we all wanna go home to someone loyal.” Check out the FADER produced visuals below! Metro Boomin and 21 Savage are also teaming …
A Good Type of Weird. | Estelle Hanania.
rench photographer Estelle Hanania has a penchant for marrying high fashion and surrealism. Hanania’s fascination with the human form and fashion has resulted some otherworldly pieces. After receiving graduate degree at the School of Fine Arts in Paris, sent went on to win the photo prize at the 2006 Hyères Festival. Since then Hanania’s photography has appeared in notable publications such as Another magazine, American …
Blessed to Death. | Jim LePage.
self-described “independent artist” and “dependent human,” Jim LePage once again uses his creative vision to reinterpret one of Christianity’s defining moments. LePage offers his insight on Blessed Death: A series based exploring the biblical sense of being “blessed.” Modern American culture ties blessing to wealth and material possessions, but in the Beatitudes, Jesus instead tied it to those who were …
Night Landscapes. | Amanda Friedman.
hen it comes to landscape photography, the night hours aren’t always perceived as the most ideal time to snap a photo. Going against the grain, Amanda Friedman captures an eerie but enchanting stillness that can only be found in the dying hours of the day. The LA based photographer explores numerous locations on the west coast and also ventures east to …
Food Not Food. | Kristina Lechner.
uirky, playful and outright fascinating, Kristina Lechner‘s fake food photography makes mouths and brains water. Food Not Food features Lechner using common household items to mimic the allure of some of our favorite dishes. Be sure to follow Lechner on Instagram. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …
For the Alternative Bride. | Pumpkin and Pye.
ather something more unique than a gaggle of dead flowers when you undertake your nuptials? If you’ve got no interest in traditional bouquets, Pumpkin and Pye has some great finds for you to keep in mind. Their alternative bouquets are handmade and can be customized for any theme. Useful factoid: the maker of these little masterpieces spent 17 years as …
NSFW | Surfaces. | Kit Kittle.
n this colorful series of photographs, Kitt Kittle cloaks her subjects in a wide array of hues and patterns. You can find more of Surfaces and other projects by Kittle on her website and on her Instagram. 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 …
Shura Performs Live at Terminal 5. | Photo Recap.
oming off the success of her latest single, What’s It’s Gonna Be? (the video garnering over 1.5 million views on YouTube), we were excited to hear Shura was performing at Terminal 5 in New York; opening act for French electronic band M83. Contributing photographer, Nashish grabbed his camera and photo pass to catch the London-based songstress perform music off her debut album, Nothing’s Real. Enjoy …
Two Hours at Tina Kim Gallery. | Yiso Bahc x Seoyoung Chung x Beom Kim.
ina Kim Gallery is pleased to present Two Hours, an exhibition curated by Hyunjin Kim featuring work by three seminal contemporary South Korean artists: Yiso Bahc, Seoyoung Chung and Beom Kim. Comprised of 42 works made between the late 1990’s and the early 2000’s – a period of dramatic change in South Korea as the country established a civilian government and …
Hung Out to Dry. | Sally Gall.
n her series of clothesline inspired photographs, artist Sally Gall transforms a menial chore into a work of art. There is already something graceful and soothing about shirts, blouses, table clothes and bedsheets billowing gently in the wind. Utilizing angles, Gall heighten this allure, creating images that resemble abstract paintings. The series also has a devilish appeal, as some of the …
Gif of the Day. | Control by Pawel Kuczynski.
With the PokemonGo phenomenon officially taking the mobile and the real world by storm, I felt this gif inspired by Polish artist Pawel Kuczynski‘s “Control” perfectly expresses how I feel about the grip our mobile devices and their apps has on our daily lives. Prints and T-shirts are available! Click below to purchase. “control” Prints: http://www.pictorem.com/62522/control.html T-shirts: http://szata.net/brand/pawel-kuczynski Bim StarThis New York City native breathes the …
1 Million Dots to Draw Choose One. | David Bayo.
avid Bayo is a French contemporary artist whose mediums include painting and illustration. This beautiful illustration, Bauhaus, took him 90+ hours to complete. Bayo incorporated 1 million dots using a Rotring rapidograph 0.1 and a Strathmore 300 series Bristol (vellum). Check out his speed draw video below. Find More of David’s Work Here. Bim StarThis New York City native breathes the concrete jungle. …
Gif of the Day. | Sound and Color by Kim Salt.
Find More of Kim Salt’s illustrations here. Bim StarThis New York City native breathes the concrete jungle. From be a stylist and clothing designer who’s pieces has graced the silhouettes of fashionistas and socialites alike, to running the streets to get the next story, Bim Star has made his name synonymous as the catalyst of the “urban-sophisticate” style in this …
The Most Important Cover of 2016. | Kadir Nelson for The New Yorker.
s a child, it didn’t feel like summer unless the streets were wet with water from illegally opened hydrants and the familiar jingle of the nearest Mr. Softee truck wafted through the air. Now, as an adult, it doesn’t feel like summer unless the streets run red with the blood of the unarmed poor and the cry of a grief-stricken …
Psychic Compound at C24 Gallery. | Nick Gentry.
ondon based artist Nick Gentry debuted his solo exhibition, Psychic Compound, this week at C24 Gallery. I am absolutely in love with their new space and couldn’t wait to attend an opening reception. My affinity for their new headquarters withstanding, there was a little skepticism at first because Gentry’s work didn’t really speak me when I first laid eyes upon it. I soon …