Japanese illustrator RUDCEF‘s take on pop culture is comical but also grim. His illustrations of pop culture icons, both new and old, are cartoonishly grotesque. Falling within the category of pop art portraiture, RUDCEF occasionally uses an element of decay to bestow an abstract mortality onto those who we consider to be timeless. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online …
Tomorrow’s Break Up.
Ta-ku’s Songs To Break Up To is set to be released tomorrow and we honestly can’t wait a second longer. The highly anticipated EP will feature 9 tracks, all containing a distinctive trace of blissful melancholy. Truly a solo effort, STBUT only sees two guest appearances; one by Atu (who also appeared on Sango’s North) and the other by Thandiwe Phoenix. Songs To Break …
Pretty Radi(c)al.
Richard Shed‘s Radial Clock can be summed up in two words: abstract simplicity. Crafted from a folded paper face, the Radial Clock is based on early color wheels. The Radial Clock comes in two colorways, grey and rainbow. Throughout the day the planes change appearance as they pick up the light, shadows and highlights. Get it → HERE. ← Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch …
Opening Reception: Katherine Mann x Trellises.
Join Quiet Lunch and gallery nine5 for the opening reception of Katherine Mann‘s new solo exhibit, Trellises. Mann, a painter whose process involves the artistic use of evaporation, is known for creating pieces that feed off of abstract complexity and organic chaos. Opening night festivities will include a live music mix by DJ Jamieson Hill, a special performance by 80s …
Pixote x Fool’s Gold x SHUT NYC Launch Party. (Photo Recap)
Quiet Lunch visited the Fool’s Gold store last week to check out the debut of Pixote’s limited edition custom skateboard decks. A part of Fool’s Gold artist series and in collaboration with SHUT skateboards, the limited edition line features two custom designs by Pixote–a winding snake (50 pieces) and a large pyramid (30 pieces). Be sure to stop by the Fool’s …
Time to Modernize.
With the resurgence of vinyl, the all-in-one record console (a technologic fossil from the 1950s) has once again become a viable option in the music listening experience. A dinosaur no more, the all-in-one studio console has received a makeover via Symbol Audio. The Modern Record Console is the same all-in-one record console that your parents made love on top of, …
A Day at the DUMBO Art Festival. (Photo Recap)
Quiet Lunch stopped by the DUMBO Art Festival last week. With the weather gradually getting chillier, DUMBO Art Festival is considered to be one New York’s last outdoor hoorahs. For those who aren’t familiar with the festival, DAF takes place from September 27th-29th and seeks to highlight Brooklyn’s commitment to and presence in the arts community by presenting the best in …
The 8-Bit Willow.
Olly Moss‘ latest project introduces us to the opulent world of 8-bit dining. The 8-Bit Willow Plate, made from Fine Bone China, is printed with an 8-Bit video game screenshot done in the fashion of a semi-traditional Willow Pattern design. The plates come in two designs; the first design is clearly from the classic game Pokémon but the second is …
Nothing to Cry Over.
For Ana Coto‘s Spilt Milk she splashed her seemingly unaware subjects with colorful milk. Spilt Milk, which captures portraits of contrast between that which is stable with that which is unstable, marries the unaffected to the reactive. But not every one of the LA photographer’s subjects pretended to ignore the milk, some of them were captured in some rather responsive poses. Responsive …
Oil Your Beard or Perish.
[su_dropcap style=”flat” size=”4″]T[/su_dropcap]he autumn is young, but soon winter will be upon us and all men who are without a suitable face rug are liable to perish. For those of you who are already cultivating your cold season mane, be sure to keep it virile and polished with a splash Burroughs Beard Oil from Prospector Co. Made from kukui oil, …
Document(ed) Park.
Romance in a big city isn’t as always Woody Allen-esque as the movies make it seem. Void of intimacy and flooded with a population that refrains from making eye contact with strangers, a big city like New York or LA can seem impersonal and uncaring. But in the midst of a lovelorn metropolis are flashpoints of lust and affection. Photographer …
The Kolor of Comfort.
Now, who says you can’t be classy and comfortable? Crafted from grey, subtly checked tencel and lined with soft cupro, Kolor Women’s Check Pants is the ideal trousers for those want comfort and high style. Get yours →HERE!← Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of life and culture with a loving, but brute, educational …
Toro Y Moi x Rose Quartz.
In case you missed it, Toro Y Moi recently dropped visuals for the single, “Rose Quartz,” which is the fourth single off of Toro Y Moi’s third full-length album, Anything In Return. With concept, direction, and painting by Lauren Gregory, the video is a brilliant integration of art and modern technology. It almost invokes the spirit of the video for …
Growing Forth.
Spanish illustrator David de las Heras‘ focus is detailed simplicity. His quaint illustrations (featured below) are a modest mixture of naturalism and surrealism. The commonplace subjects indicate the norm, but the odd incorporation of certain foliaged features protruding from those subjects betokens a flowering of the imagination. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various …
The Art of Shantell Martin at MLB Fan Cave.
We stopped by the MLB Fan Cave in SoHo to check out artist Shantell Martin. Martin, who we interviewed earlier this year, treated onlookers to a series of live drawings. She also took time to mingle and customize a few New Era fitted caps. Taking place shortly before the artist’s birthday, Martin was in good spirits. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Kendra Morris: To Witness A Mockingbird. (VIDEO)
Despite the occasional 85° day–a mere outlier–summer is officially done. We had a lot of fun this summer. The weather was hot, the politics were turbulent, and Quiet Lunch sought to provide a soundtrack to it all. Teaming up with The Lodge Gallery, we invited our readers out to experience an evening of eye catching art, sweet wine, and even …
Younger’s Nature.
Laid back and unassuming in demeanor, MacKenzie Younger is a quiet storm. Beneath his chill exterior lies a hotbed of artistic know-how. Keeping with his calm demeanor, Young does not feel the need to annotate his artwork with a boisterous speaking voice and an arsenal of grand hand gestures. Simply put, his work does all the talking. Younger grew up in the …
Traversing the Vector with Orlando Arocena.
Behold! The work of Orlando Arocena. A digital artist and Bronx native, Arocena has a hunger for life that is barely contained in his work. His craft was born from his wide eyed artistry and Gotham gumption. A city kid through and through, Arocena has an artistic approach that is rather universal. He describes himself as a sponge, soaking up …
On Point.
We’ve got pointillist fever! After having featured the work of Jasper Smith, we stumbled upon the work of Pablo Jurado Ruiz, another artist who utilizes the pointillist technique. Unlike Smith, Pablo Jurado Ruiz shows more commitment to the traditional aesthetic, but occasionally incorporates some surrealistic quirks–depicting Medusa-like headdresses and celestial naps. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication …
Walking On Air.
Aside from sewer crocs and the occasional sighting of John Lennon’s ghost, one of New York City’s longstanding mysteries is abandoned shoes that hang from power lines. Where did they come from? What is the significance of their presence? The same question can be asked about shoes hanging in other urban areas across the world, not just New York City. …
Shot in the Heart with Nowhere to Run.
Ain’t Them Bodies Saints is a new film written and directed by newcomer David Lowery. The story follows a doomed love affair between two young adults Bob and Ruth, played by Rooney Mara and Casey Affleck. The opening scene follows Ruth as she tries to run away from Bob, determined never to come back. Bob catches up with Ruth and …
Loving the Unloved.
Pickpocketing its occupants for crumbs, change, and other lilliputian valuables, the folds in a couch are a hang of misunderstood misfits. Here to clear their name and reconstitute them as useful members of society, German designer Natascha Harra-Frischkorn presents Surimi. “The seating object with the name “surimi” is a low seat option, consisting of foam pads, a wooden substructure and upholstery fabric. The …
The Dexter Series Finale was JUST Right. *Spoiler Alert*
Like millions of other fans, I watched the series finale of Dexter on Sunday evening. However, unlike the vast majority of those fans and nearly every media outlet, I thought it was an excellent finish. In the following paragraphs I will put forth what will likely be a socially suicidal defense of what I felt was a well-written, well-executed final …
To the Brim.
Coming off of the completion of his second album Glow , Jackson and His Computerband recently released a cut off of his new EP, G.I. Jane (Fill Me Up). Due out November 11th, G.I. Jane (Fill Me Up) contains Hudson Mohawke’s remix of “Vista”, along with a Jackson-Auto remix of the titular track “G.I. Jane (Fill Me Up)”. Pre-order the 12″ of G.I. Jane (Fill Me Up) …
Giving Time the Finger.
Designed by Szikszai Gusztáv, the Ring Clock is an innovative way to keep track of your schedule. The Hungarian designer successfully integrated the function of clock with the stylish appeal of a ring. You’ll have to learn army time, but at least when people ask you the time you have the option of flipping them off and saying, “It’s half past …
If You Don’t Know…
Copenhagen based singer MØ recently release a new track. “Never Wanna Know” marches lovingly to a dramatic rhythm that thrashes about like a churning sea. MØ’s voice, which possesses the power of Florence Welch and the eerily ethereal appeal of Lana Del Ray, could easily get lost in such a grand production, but she does a superb job of ruling …
Straight Flexin’.
Meet Chuck, the flexible bookshelf designed by German designer Natascha Harra-Frischkorn. Made from six 4mm thick planks of wood that bend accordingly, the shelf is perfect for small book collections. Unfortunately, Chuck is only a concept, but hopefully that will change soon. UPDATE: Chuck is no longer a concept and is now available for order! Just email your ordering inquires to hello@hafriko.com …
Nastplas |x| AIO II.
Madrid duo Nastplas added another installment to their AIO series, AIO II. This second proves to have a harder edge than its predecessor AIO. Decorated Kraken-like tentacles and tormented limbs, the piece employs an air of subdued violence. Decorated Kraken-like tentacles and tormented limbs, the piece has an air of subdued violence. The color contrast with AIO II is also far more dramatic. Take a …
Getting to Know Vino with Sean Raymond.
Like in many craft industries, in the world of fine wine, there are certified specialists. For le vin, they are sommeliers. A sommelier, (pronounced /ˌsəməlˈyā/) or commonly referred to as a wine steward, is a trained wine professional, who normally works in fine restaurants and specializes in all aspects of wine service, including food pairing. Unlike a wine waiter, this …
The Supreme x Basquiat Collection.
Recently, Supreme introduced their Basquiat Capsule Collection. Included in their Autumn/Winter 2013 collection, Jean-Michel Basquiat’s work will adorn a series of button-up shirts, M-65 jackets, sweatshirts, white and black t-shirts, and hoodies. Supreme chose to keep garments rather simple, allowing for Basquiat’s work to truly standout. For those of you who may be unfamiliar with Jean-Michel Basquiat, he is a …
Larke’s Song.
Today we add another label to our list of awesome eyewear brands, but Larke Optics isn’t just another extra pair of eyes. Handcrafted in a modest family run workshop in England, Larke Optics are hand carved from the finest blocks of Italian acetate–and being that we live in an hyperactive age of consumerism , such care, effort, and artistry is highly …
Remember That Time.
Painter Molly Segal works out of a cozy studio in Somerville, Massachusetts. The building looms like an old box factory, tucked away on a quiet residential street. Molly greets us warmly as she invites in. After she introduces us to her work, we sit down for a video interview, which you will find below the article and also on the …
A Woman Undone: Blue Jasmine.
Woody Allen’s new film Blue Jasmine unfolds as a riches-to-rags story about a socialite in the lap of luxury whose husband turns out to be a criminal. Cate Blanchett plays the title role of Jasmine, a neurotic woman who falls apart as her wealth vanishes overnight before she is forced to move in with her sister in San Francisco. The …
An Old Fashion Game of Norse.
Summer is on its way out, but that doesn’t mean that t-shirts are no longer a viable wardrobe option. The Norse Projects James Athletic Logo tee has a comfortable finish and a warm color that sits well with the upcoming autumn season. Get it →HERE.← Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a grassroot online publication that seeks to promote various aspects of …
Come for the Money.
Utilizing his architectural and theatrical background, Dimitris Polychroniadis‘ Capital(ism) Makes Me Horny is a slutty, sarcastic ode to cash culture. Despite its statement-like message, Polychroniadis’ piece actually poses a very volatile question. In a post-80s greed, post-OWS society, what is our relationship with capitalism exactly? Are we enlightened by the recent protest or do we yearn for the excess of the …
The First Act: Little War Twins.
When I first met Gaetana and Trick of the Little War Twins outside the Middle East in Cambridge for our interview, I was immediately struck by their visible passion and enthusiasm for making music. Throughout our very delightful and informative conversation, it became clear that their passion for music is not only rooted in their own desire to do what …
Autumn Cowboy.
Yesterday we suggested that you get in touch with your more gentlemanly side, but today we are urging you to drop the “gentle.” Dries Van Noten’s AW2013 Men’s Cowhide Ruck Sack is a way to conjure up your inner cowboy, sans the drunken gunfights and ambivalent attitude towards Native Americans. Crafted from calf hide leather, Dries Van Noten’s Cowhide Ruck Sack features a …
Points Made.
The following portraits by Jasper Smith possess a pointillistic allure that is beyond memorable. Confined within a quaint circle, Smith’s portraits are a collection of down-to-earth, around-the-way girls, astronauts, and Golden Age rappers. The intentional graininess of the portraits give them a warm, old-timey quality. It is this charming outdatedness, combined with the modern nuances of the subjects, that make …
A Family Affair.
Thanksgiving will be here in no time, so what better way to get into the family spirit than to sing along with the Manson Family? Taken from original recordings made in or around 1970 at the Spahn Ranch Saloon, the album features the Manson Family paying musical homage to its most illustrious member, Charles Manson. If you’re having trouble grasping the …
A Morbid Upbringing.
Illustrator Stefan Zsaitsits channels a dark innocence in his latest works. A native of Austria, Zsaitsits’ latest portraits features youthful whimsy and adult angst squaring off in a metaphorical game of Russian Roulette. Considering the surrealistically glum nature of the illustrations, we’re pretty sure that adult angst wins out. Despite his subjects being children, Zsaitsits tone is cold, uneasy, and …
Be Gentle, Man.
Listen up, you uncouth piece of shit because the world is going to hell and the way that you conduct yourself from here on out, may very well make you one of the last bastions of civilization. Alfred Tong, who has written for many publications including The Times, the Telegraph, and Esquire, teams up with South London illustrator Jack Hughes once …
Junip x Walk Lightly.
Swedish trio Junip recently released a new video for their single “Walking Lightly”. Directed by Fredrik Egerstrand, the hazy visuals go perfectly with the song, creating an enrapturing experience that puts its audience in a ritualistic trance. “Walking Lightly” can be found on the Walking Lightly EP which was released today. JUNIP on tour: Europe: 06.09 San Sebastian ES — Kutxa Kultur …
Providing Proof.
A collection of snapshots, contact sheets, polaroids and ephemera from Mario Sorrenti, Draw Blood for Proof is a hardcover culmination of what was initially a personal project. Draw Blood for Proof first appeared as a gallery installation in 2004, now in book form, it is a window into an artistic process that has made Mario Sorrenti a living legend. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is a …
The Cover Up.
An Indian Summer withstanding, it looks like it’s safe to start breaking out the sweaters. Behold, Piece D’Anarchive’s Women’s Floral Panel Sweater from their AW13 Collection. Crafted from panels of navy wool and a specially-made acrylic blend with floral patterning, Piece D’Anarchive Women’s Floral Panel Sweater will give you some fashionable protection against the inevitable autumn chill. Quiet LunchQuiet Lunch is …
Fazlalizadeh Takes It on the Road.
Tatyana Fazlalizadeh is taking Stop Telling Women to Smile on the road. The public art series has gained a lot of press since debuting earlier this year and Fazlalizadeh is looking to expand the project’s reach via a new Kickstarter project. “I started this project as a way to explore social activism through public art. I wanted to express myself and address …