[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap] poignant exhibition in Beijing is catching the eyes of passersby. The Sheep Alliance exhibition, located in a department store, is a stark critique aimed at Beijing’s pollution problem. It consists of a hundred sheep wearing gas carrying and carrying oxygen tanks. Each sheep represents a member of the public who will ultimately be left to deal with the …
NEW Music | “Chiddy Chiddy Bang Bang” | Salomon Faye.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]S[/su_dropcap]alomon Faye takes us to the seedy side of town with his newest single. Produced Ben The Glorious Bastard, “Chiddy Chiddy Bang Bang” is a lyrical barrage of a raw, uncut reality that many of us are becoming oblivious to in Newer York. Faye as been really showing his range as of late, transitioning from smooth to jazzy …
NEW Music | “The Island” | Shan Vincent de Paul.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]S[/su_dropcap]han Vincent de Paul continues to lay down the good stuff. The Sideways affiliate treats us with another single, this time taking a more competitive, rough and tumble approach. “The Island” is his homage to Japanese cult classic film Battle Royal. On the song, SVDP goes at every rappers’ neck, sparing no one. “The Island” is available for FREE …
Smuggler’s Blues. | Chapter 9: Flower of Bekaa.
An award winning writer and filmmaker, former Editor-in-Chief at High Times, former drug kingpin, outlaw and ex-con, Richard Stratton continues to lead a very colorful life. Quiet Lunch along with Bodega de la Haba and Big House Productions present a suspenseful e-serialization of Stratton’s newest book Smuggler’s Blues: A True Story of the Hippie Mafia. Smuggler’s Blues, part one in a tell-all …
Coyote Series. | The Crane Wives. |x| Rebecca Green.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]he Crane Wives are gearing up to release a beautiful body of work this year. Coyote Stories, the first of two sister albums, is currently set for an August 29th release date. A tasty plus—aside from the awesome music—the indie folk quartet hooked up with illustrator Rebecca Green to create their album artwork. You can Pre-Order both albums NOW through their …
NEW VIDEO! | “The Fan” | denitia & sene.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]d[/su_dropcap]enitia & sene hit the block with a new video today. The visuals for “The Fan,” directed Shomi Rahman Patwary, are minimalistic but ghostly. “The Fan” can be found on the duo’s latest EP, Side FX. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Nº One Cares.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]N[/su_dropcap]º One Cares is a simply disinterested tee that sends a message to attention whores. Ironically, caring about this shirt enough to buy it is the only thing anyone should care about. Ever. Shop HERE. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Mexico Moderno. | Ana Montiel.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]U[/su_dropcap]sing an array of patterns and colors, Ana Montiel puts a modern spin on Old Méjico in her illustration series, Mexico Moderno. Reflecting the feel of Mexico to a tee, she successfully captured the feel of a vibrant culture and a rich history. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
The Pie Hole. | Mini BLT Wedge Salads by Damn Delicious.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]H[/su_dropcap]ankering for the taste of a BLT but haunted by the carbs? These Mini BLT Wedge Salads by Chungah of Damn Delicious are a good way to have your BLT and eat it too. Get the Recipe! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with …
More of What’s Less. | Daily Minimal.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]W[/su_dropcap]e recently checked up on our favorite minimal art source, Daily Minimal. As usual, there isn’t much going on—and we mean that in a good way, of course! 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 …
Before Stonewall. | Screaming Queens: The Riots at Compton’s Cafeteria
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]P[/su_dropcap]redating the Stonewall Riots by almost three years, the Compton’s Cafeteria Riot served as one of the first sparks in the LGBT revolution and a pioneering step in the right direction. Gene Compton’s Cafeteria, one of many owned by Gene Compton in the Tenderloin district of San Francisco, was a popular eatery in which gay and transgender people …
RECAP. | Killin’ Time. | Clockwork Cros.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]I[/su_dropcap]n case you didn’t know, Clockwork Cros has been Killin’ Time at Blank Shop. Known for his clockwork motif—hence the moniker—Cros adorned the shop with his signature pieces, resulting in a ticking time capsule of pop culture. Our head photographer, Michael Della Polla, stopped by for a visit, check out the flicks! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …
Made for Comfort. | Fabian Fischer.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]W[/su_dropcap]hen it comes to sitting, anything made with wood has a bad rap for being uncomfortable—even rocking chairs are adorned with Belgium waffle-like seat cushions. Unforgiving stereotypes aside, when we laid eyes on this Tall Stool from Fabian Fischer, we knew they got it right. This handmade stool is made with comfortable leg grooves that makes copping a …
This is Dali. | Andrew Rae. |x| Catherine Ingram.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap]ndrew Rae recently lent his illustration talents to Catherine Ingram’s This is… series. Having already put a brilliant spotlight on Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol, the two set their sights on the enigmatic Salvador Dali. This is Dali is a vivid window into the life and times of a master surrealist. You can buy the book on the Laurence King website. …
The Cooper Ash. | TCG.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap]s usual, the folks at TCG are keeping it thorough with their latest Spring/Summer entry. What we like most about The Cooper Ash is the animal print heel. It adds a bold accent on an otherwise modern classic. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with …
Portal to 4D Knowledge. | PILAR ZETA.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap]rgentinian artist Pilar Zeta is a gatekeeper of sort. One of her latest personal project, Portal to 4D Knowledge, effortlessly embodies Zeta’s ability to transport her audience to a new dimension. 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, …
Caught in a Spiral. | Alizey Khan.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap]lizey Khan needs her space—not literally but literally. Khan is obsessed with space. She wallows in it, basking in the illuminated darkness and letting the stars twinkle between her toes. Khan’s newest creation, the Spiral Galaxy Necklace, is a one-of-a-kind piece, handmade from resin, wire and quartz. It is your very own piece of the universe. …
Imperfezione. | Meg. |x| Leta Sobierajski.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]O[/su_dropcap]ne of our favorite artists recently collaborated with singer Meg. Leta Sobierajski engulfed the Italian songstress in her signature aesthetic which consists of true, solid colors and a clever use of props. The two teamed up for Meg’s latest project, Imperfezione, and also worked with photographer Scottie Cameron. It’s always good to see audio and visual artists combine …
Stains & Dilutions. | Jaq Chartier.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]J[/su_dropcap]aq Chartier paintings are best described as “testings.” Their experimental nature gives way to a scientific aesthetic that resembles the study of the human genome. Chartier has ordained a conceptual marriage between creativity and science. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but …
“Paint” | Maralisa. |x| SKRD.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]W[/su_dropcap]e recently caught wind of songstress Maralisa and her latest single, “Paint”, featuring Brooklyn rapper SKRD. The sweet song comes off of her newest EP, Sugarbird. Download “Paint” and listen to the Sugarbird EP today! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …
Nothing Wrong with a Little Retro.
The weather is warming up and it’s the time to show a little leg and feel the warm breeze on your limbs. This Retro Grid Pleated Skirt is the perfect way to usher in the summer. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, …
Beauty and Geometry. | Injr Hsu.
Illustrator Injr Hsu creates stunning portraits that blend beauty and abstract geometry. 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. | Spinach and Garlic Spaghetti with Pecorino.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]oday’s delicious recipe comes from Lindsay of Love and Olive Oil. Lindsay is one half of a happy cooking duo and together with her significant other, Taylor, the two conjure up tasty dishes that don’t hurt the wallet. Spinach and Garlic Spaghetti with Pecorino is a fast and simple dish that easy to make and even easier to eat. …
The Ashling. | Feist Forest.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]I[/su_dropcap]f you’re looking for a new worktable, The Ashling from Feist Forest Forest may be the perfect find. Stylish, sturdy and minimal, The Ashling is handmade in small batches from homegrown British Ash. 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. …
Stories. | Byoungho Kim.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]A[/su_dropcap]rtist Byoungho Kim‘s latest project, Stories, is a pyramid of vibrant color. Stories also appears to have a slight twist, incorporating neodymium magnets. Featured Photo by Wooheon Lee. Stories Photos by Jiyoun Seo. 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 …
The Smile. | Jean Jullien.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]W[/su_dropcap]e recently discovered Jean Jullien‘s The Smile. The quaint little resin based figure is a result of Jullien combining his illustration talents with the skill of sculptor Salão Coboi. Hairless and simply dressed, the figure takes emotional matters into his own hands by drawing an optimistic smile on his face. The Smile is currently available in limited numbers, get …
We Like 50. | Alina Negoita.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]F[/su_dropcap]or us, a good photographer is someone with the ability capture a moment in time. But London based photographer Alina Negoita is more than good. Looking through Negoita’s portfolio, you cannot help but be romanced by intimacy and candidness of it all. Her memories become your memories. And just when you think she is getting a bit too sentimental, …
Fascination Anxiety. | Alisa Minyukova.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]B[/su_dropcap]orn in Russia and raised in the Lower East Side, artist Alisa Minyukova has used her bi-cultural influences to cultivate a creative vision that is currently manifesting itself in the form of enchanting jewelry. Teaming up with fellow artist Zoya Levinshteyn and Yuri Kolesov, Minyukova is one of the three brilliant forces behind Fascination Anxiety, a jewelry line that “aims …
Pocket Full of New Dough. | Peter Nudo.
erging the worlds of collage and design, Peter Nudo engages in a surreal reworking of perception and the human form. Nudo, a Cali native who works and lives San Francisco, seductively warps reality into whimsical portraits of color and off-kilter fashion. His work looks to be heavily influenced by romance and timeless vogue. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …
“Outta of Love” | Shan Vincent de Paul. | @Shanvdp #Sideways #SVDP
[vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” border=”none” parallax=”true” bg_image=”65539″][vc_column width=”1/1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px” border=”none”][vc_column width=”1/1″][/vc_column][/vc_row] 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
(Penn)sive Positivity. | Jeremy Penn.
View PostVIDEO PREMIERE | “When the Innocents Go to War” | Marilyn Carino.
usician Marilyn Carino‘s journey somewhat goes in the way of the prodigal son. A Bensonhurst native, Carino left the Big Apple as soon as she could—the week after she graduated high school, to be exact—and didn’t return until 1998. Since then, Carino has dedicated her time and talents to becoming the quintessential musician that makes this city worth living in. Her sound …
Wings, Wounds and Whimsy. | Roberto Ferri.
traddling the line between new age Caravaggism and the occult, Italian painter Roberto Ferri uses the aesthetics of the Old Masters as a brilliant front for his surrealistic agenda. Ferri flirts with appropriation but stops short of being gimmicky. His style is dramatic, symbolic and marinated in bitter violence and sweet romance. Ferri’s use of a mythological concepts furthers the …
“Flowers” (Feat. SKRD) | Elbows.
ewcomer Max Schieble, performing under the lovable moniker, Elbows, gets in the swing of spring with his newest single, “Flowers.” Featuring rapper SKRD, “Flowers” is a delightful tune that rhythmically meanders its way to your ears, blossoming with warm vocals and a jazzy melody. Word around the water cooler is that he working on his debut project tentatively titled, Home. We …
In Private Moments. | Nakeya Brown.
e are happy to hear that Nakeya Brown will be presenting a brand new solo exhibition at Five Myles gallery! In Private Moments is set to debut on Friday April 1oth and will feature photographic and installation works by the young photographer. The exhibition will also include an artist talk moderated by “Black Contemporary Art” founder Kimberly Drew on April 12th at 4 …
Naturel. |x| Franklin & Marshall. | Capsule Collection.
rtist Naturel has teamed with up Franklin & Marshall to create an awesome capsule collection. The collaboration features lightweight cotton sweaters with Naturel’s artwork beautifully embroidered on the front and loose fitting tees also featuring the artist’s cubist styled pieces. Shop it NOW! Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …
Sex. | Hansol Choi.
Hansol Choi, affectionately known as Rala, is a Korean photographer with an eye for a raw but ethereal aesthetic. Sex, one of the newest additions to Choi’s ongoing mori seriese, is glamorously grotesque. The portrait—in its own clever way—comments on the hypersexualization of the female form. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
New Confetti. | Andrea Castro.
ndrea Castro‘s most recent works sees the artist further incorporating mixed media into her paintings. While Castro is still sticking to some signature aesthetics and techniques, which include a brilliant bleeding of color and obstructing the view of the subject, the presence of various reveals an evolution in the artist’s conceptual outlook. Even the titles have taken a turn of …
I Consume You. | Pandagunda.
shraf Khoffash creates bouquets of distortion in his latest series, I Consume You. There is volatile poetry in these pieces. Khoffash isolates the chaos by placing it in a slightly warped, but minimalistic, environment thus cultivating a conceptual contrast. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
Be Nice. | Agni Zotis.
e Nice. It sounds like a simple suggestion but the root of the concept runs far deeper than you would expect. Agni Zotis, a Queens native of Greek descent, has cultivated an enrapturing balance within her work; it is truly free from boundaries. The pieces featured in her latest solo exhibition evince the restless interminglings of life’s extremes, marrying those …
Bubble Wrap—Not Your Typical ‘Pop’ Art. | Bradley Hart “Descendants” at Anna Zorina Gallery.
ubble wrap owes its proliferation to the computer industry. Initially it was designed as a type of funky wallpaper which nobody in the Eisenhower era wanted to buy. But in 1959, after lying dormant for a few years, it was realized that this would be the most effective protection for the transportation of computers—especially the IBM 1401 variable wordlength. As folks who work …
“W.T.F.” | Salomon Faye. | (VIDEO)
apper Salomon Faye recently dropped visuals for his single, “W.T.F.” Faye’s sound takes a rowdy turn this go around. His sound and tone has been somewhat mellow as of late but Faye takes this opportunity to mob out and turn up. “W.T.F.” has a raw black and white aesthetic that it is foaming at the mouth. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch …
Form and Void. | Mirawek Wolff.
irawek Wolff creates Baroque style collages that bear a strong resemblance to classic paintings by the Old Masters, but with an obvious surrealistic tilt. Form and Void, featured below, is a fine example as to how Wolff bends your perception of what shapes reality while still keeping a footing in the traditional realm of fine arts. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a …
Answering the Call of Duty. | Keith Negley.
or a documentative artist like Keith Negley, capturing the peculiar aspects of his life, and even ours, is second nature. Aside from his brilliantly offbeat aesthetic, Negley’s subject matters is what really pokes a conceptual finger in the mind’s eye. Whether he is humorously illustrating the extracurricular activities of a gamer, revamping the god Anubis or lamenting over the loss …
Torso. | Anders Krisár.
itled Torso, Anders Krisár‘s latest sculptures expound upon on immaculate intimacy. The sculptures’ aesthetic suggest perfection, unaffectedness but their arrangement tell a story love and emotional vulnerability. 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. …