On this day in 1951, J.D. Salinger’s classic novel, The Catcher in the Rye, was published. The novel, centered around troubled 16-year-old Holden Caulfield, expressed common feelings of teenage angst and a resistance to growing up. The photo below is taken from Fictitious Dishes, a series of meals from novels cooked and photographed by graphic artist Dinah Fried. This particular meal can be found …
What Are Americans Really Making?
The war between classes is becoming more evident as the young century progresses. Nonetheless, this is not something new. Throughout the span of time, man has sought to create distinction between one another. From spiritual beliefs to monetary wealth, human beings have found ways to say, ‘I’m better than you’ — and with class distinction becoming highly strained, it helps …
Fine Without It.
“I couldn’t have possibly written a work when I was smoking cocaine. It stops you. But my big fear, I know that when I was going into rehab, I was wondering whether I would be able to write anymore. I was terrified of not being able to write without cocaine… This very nice writer called me from out of the …
Net Footage.
Travis and Joshua of Street Etiquette have teamed up with new school shoe company, Soludos, to bring us the cool Mesh Net shoe. The brightly colored show has a natural appeal and seems perfect for the summer. The shoes can be found in blue, red and green. They are currently priced at an enjoyable $45.00. → Click here to shop! ← Quiet …
Knits Got Necks.
These nifty knitted necklaces by Xau Xau go perfect with the festive summer. Handmade from cotton, wood and silver plated metal, some of these pieces also carry quite well into the fall. This necklace is made of 5 big and 20 middle sized wooden beads, cotton in navy blue, white and red and satin band. Approximate length of the bead …
Quiet Lunch Magazine ‡ July 16th, 2012. – July 22nd, 2012.
As may already know, for our Art Month we are exploring a different medium each week and showcasing a featured practitioner of that very same medium. For example, this week is Paint Week, so we will be feature a plethora of paintings and a number of painters who do well in the art form. Our 12th book will see legally …
The Last Kazoo.
There are many artists in New York. Plenty of souls with a creative purpose. Numerous beings with an urge to birth something beautiful and revered. But in this highly active sea of conscious, Alyssa Kazew appears to be the last of a dying breed. The 20 year-old’s aura is vintage ’76 proto-punk but her appearance and mannerisms are as ’90s …
The Olympic Rings.
Warhol & Basquiat’s collaborative 1985 Olympic Rings painting now at London’s Britannia St. Gagosian Gallery. “The Olympic rings that dominate the canvas are seemingly left unfinished; they are rendered in the traditional primary colours of the Olympic logo, but are left with unpainted spaces within them. These rings are thus imperfect in their replication of the traditionally ready-made Olympic logo; …
21 Types of Content We All Crave.
Today we are giving away our secrets — well, they aren’t our secrets specifically but they do explain a lot of what we do here at Quiet Lunch. Constructed by Recession Solution and brought to us by the Content Marketing Institute, 21 Types of Content We All Crave is a telltale infographic that reveals exactly what we desire when it …
Sticking with the One You Love.
“Find something you are passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” ― Julia Child. 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 In the Scenery.
Guatemala based designer Aritz Bermudez recently created a series of Silhouette Landscapes. The new project uses the silhouettes of famous vintage ladies combined with great scenery photography. 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. …
Bodley Head, 1967. (NSFW)
Sam Haskins is a South African photographer best known for his contribution to nude photography, pre-Photoshop in-camera image montage and his book Cowboy Kate. 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
Downpour.
“Like a welcome summer rain, humor may suddenly cleanse and cool the earth, the air and you.” – Langston Hughes. 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
Photo Shoot.
Alan Sailer is a California based photographer that shoots and captures food and other objects through high speed explosions with extremely high speed cameras. 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
Wear One.
Canadian indie rock duo Purity Ring recently released visuals for their single “Fineshrine”. The video is directed by Young Replicant and is centered around what seems to be a tasty abstract dreamare. The band’s next album, Shrines, is set to be released July 23rd. “Fireshrine” by Purity Ring.↓ Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects …
Blood Bathing.
The folks over at Spinning Hat seem to have a cruel sense of humor. The London based gift design company created some interesting bathroom decor that would probably look best in the Bates Motel. Most of the web is going crazy about this item. So much, that it is sold out on the Spinning Hat website. (→Purchase Blood Bath Bathmat …
A Brief History of John Baldessari.
Sure, you know Andy Warhol but do you know John Baldessari? In short, Baldasseri is a 6’7” genius who walks around with nothing in his pockets. Directed by Henry Joost & Ariel Schulmane, we’ll let the video do the rest. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
The Pie Hole: Just a Small Cup(cake) of Ice Cream.
We’re not going to state the obvious about the intensity of this summer’s weather but we will say that the treats we’re about to show you may be responsible for you gaining 20 lbs by the end of August. Poached from Prepared Pantry, this recipe looks complicated but is actually quite simple. Ice Cream Filled Cupcakes.↓ • Cupcakes (instant or …
Look for the Sky.
Models: Ondria Hardin & Morgane Warnier Photographer: Damon Heath Magazine: Lula Issue 14 S/S 2012 Stylist: Leith Clark Source: Tarsha’s Glossy Newsstand Editorial by Francine Lucas.↓ Francine Lucas.noise-and-ambition.blogspot.com/
5 Ways to Become a Better Photographer with Glenford Nunez.
It’s Photo Week at Quiet Lunch and aside from being secret illustration junkies, we are very much in love with the art of photography. Although there are some who do not consider photography to be a valid art, we are completely in awe of an artist’s ability to capture a moment and freeze it in time — and we’re more …
Don’t Make Me.
English indie rock trio Bombay Bicycle Club released visuals for their song “Beg” earlier this month. The dance-tastic video features duo a well coordinated duo dancing their way across town throughout the day. “Beg” can be found on the band’s recently released album A Different Kind of Fix. “Beg” by Bombay Bicycle Club.↓ Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that …
The Exorcism of Kristen Cates.
For Photo Week, we were fortunate enough to receive a submission from 17 year-old photographer Kristen Cates. Not to be defined by her age, the young shutterbug’s craft is on a level that is far beyond her years. We’ve seen this kind of work before. It resembles the likes of Kendall Bouchlas who we covered a couple of weeks ago. But …
Just Listen.
“Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper or your self-confidence.” – Robert Frost. 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
Barking Glass.
Barking Glass “Metamorphosis” by Phillip Glass. by Carly Sioux Carly Sioux.Guest writer for Quiet Lunch Magazine. paparazza.net
Hump Day Treat of the Week: Rallying the Troops.
This week’s video is approved by the United States Army… men toys. The video was made by David Fain to the tune of an instrumental track by the band Pink Martini. 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 …
Helping Cody Land On a Hundred.
With the recent reemergence of D’Angelo, yet another dormant prince of soul has arisen. After nearly a 10 year hiatus, crooner Cody ChesnuTT is once again active and attempting to release a new album title Landing On a Hundred. What does Landing on a Hundred mean? “Landing on something truthful. Landing on something purposeful…something meaningful.” – Cody ChesnuTT. The singer …
Fortune 500 Hackers.
Delivering some shocking news, the latest edition of Tech Tonic on Reuters TV revealed that most Fortune 500 companies have been hacked and usually do not find out six months after the breach. This means that their clients vital information are at level of vulnerability that no one would ever suspect. Unfortunately the video cuts off at the best part — …
Perhaps You Are Diseased.
“Everybody’sjourney is individual. If you fall in love with a boy, you fall in love with a boy. The fact that many Americans consider it a disease says more about them than it does about homosexuality.” – James A. Baldwin. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
The Gourmet Tea.
Cool swanky spots are always popping but The Gourmet Tea literally does just that. Located in Cidade Jardim shopping center, Sao Paulo, Brazil, the quaint but not-so-quaint tea shop unfolds before your very eyes. Quite a way to save space. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a …
The Case of the Costly Cupcake.
Being the filthy rich struggling entrepreneurs that we are, we can easily shell out $28,000 for a cupcake. No problem. Of course we’d probably need 15 years time to collect the funds but you can guarantee that we’ll be wrapping our mouth around The Golden Phoenix by 2027. Created by culinary connoisseur and Bloomsbury founder Shafeena Yusuff Ali, the extravagantly delicious Golden Phoenix …
(Fa)ssion: Supra Woman.
The City: New York. The Spot: Wooly’s. The Vibe: Swaggy. On Tuesday night, the city that never sleeps was host to an exclusive launch event for footwear company, Supra. Supra has been a staple in the extreme sports and urban scene a while now. They’re know for their fresh color schemes and textured materials that has given customers great choices to …
The Eagles Has Landed. (NSFW)
Remember Megan K. Eagles? We featured one of her photos on July 4th and ever since then we’ve been unable to shake our affinity for her work. Usually we just go after them right away and if it that doesn’t happen, a quick post does the trick. But even after fulfilling our to showcase her work at the most appropriate …
Welcome to ‘Merka.
Rap young guns Casey Veggies and Joey Bada$$ recently teamed up with Mac Miller for the patriotic single “America”. Miller released visuals for the song this past Independence Day and, frankly, we’re not sure how we missed the fireworks — oh, that’s right, we’re fucking idiots. Directed by Mike Waxx and Mike Carson, the video features the trio draped in U.S. flags whilst …
Learnin’ Youse Some Lettas: Homo legalis.
Homo legalis (Pronounced: Homo•legalis)→ Noun.: a) one whose status as a citizen or member of a community is recognized in law : a legal person. 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
Raspberry White Chocolate.
These photos come from a Volkswagen ad campaign shot by Winkler + Noah. 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
Murdering Your Hangover… with Science.
A doomsday will take place at the end of this week; and we’re not talking about the earth cracking in half and spewing molten lava all over the place. We’re talking about your weekly hangover; you know, that morning after a night of drinking where your head feels like it’s cracked in half and you’re spewing vomit all over the …
The Killers Return.
The Killers are back with new material. The band recently released the single “Runaway”; the song is the lead single off of their upcoming album Battle Born. Many are harping on the fact that it’s been 4 years since there last album but we’re just plain ole happy to see them back. “Runaways” by The Killers.↓ Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Taking a Crack At It.
This photo comes from a series of ads created by photographer Markus Mueller. As much as we all like looking at our plumber’s crack, this shirt would be a welcome piece of attire. 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 Nyemiah Supremacy.
It’s a cliche but poignant theory that hip-hop is essentially a male dominated field dominated by male ideologies that often come in the form of misogyny and female objectification. In retrospect, it would be safe to say that this is not just a theory but an actual fact. Women’s place in hip-hop has been a volatile one. Although they were right …
Shelved.
Artist Darragh Casey tool his father’s obsession with adding new shelves to walls and turned it into a pretty interesting project. The photographer and furniture design student decided to shoot a series of family portraits that featured his family members themselves shelved alongside some of their prized possessions. Shelving the Body includes three generations of the Casey clan. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Rocket Fuel.
Now you espresso junkies can really propelled your energy level with cool this Rocket Espresso Cup by Shapeways. The cup is made from glazed ceramic and comes in avocado green, eggshell blue, and gloss black. Going for a cool $39.79, prices will vary according to color. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life …
Work Drugs; In That Order.
Smooth-fi duo Work Drugs recently released visuals for their single “Pluto”. The video a solid about of trippy quirk mixed with a few recognizable parodies. Said to make music specifically for boating, sexting, dancing, yachting, and living, Work Drugs is quite possibly our favorite band this summer — we would say ‘this year’ but we’re complete music sluts, you never when we’re going …
The Ballad of Candy.
These candy-hued images come courtesy of Ballad Of Magazine. These shots were taken by Agnes Thor for their candy themed issue. 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
Who Are You Going to Call? (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
Creating Your Own Lane.
No one wants to die; especially if it’s while doing something as therapeutic as riding a bike. Thankfully, designer Junwon Yang has taken ‘die’ of out ‘bicycle’. Okay, there is no ‘die’ in bicycle but you get the point. Arrow Zone is a nifty cycling gadget that helps keep cyclists out of danger and murderous motorists out of court; or even worse, jail. …