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Best Point/Counterpoint ever

2008-09-05T09:16:00.002-06:00

Wow. Lightning really can strike twice.

Reverse Graffiti Project

2008-07-09T14:30:00.002-06:00

You can, in fact create something new by simply cleaning. Doug Pray, street artist Paul "Moose" Curtis and DDB/SF prove it with this genius idea for Clorox.

For more visit reversegraffitiproject.com

A slow motion punch to the face

2008-06-02T17:39:00.004-06:00

Never has watching people getting punched in the face been so funny.

Well, nevermind. It's almost always funny. But it's definitely never been this aesthetically pleasing.

PolarClock

2008-05-28T22:51:00.005-06:00

I'm loving this thing:

To download as a screen saver or as a widget visit this site.

Carrotmob makes it rain

2008-05-05T16:55:00.000-06:00

Carrotmob is a group in SF that uses the community’s collective buying power as a means to make corporations do things in a more environmentally friendly light.

Their mantra is simple: Corporations will do anything for money. So what if the solution is as equally simple as the problem? Watch the video to see why this makes sense. I’m not one for pushing green politics on anyone, but I thought this is a very smart approach to the issue. I’m looking forward to see what’s next for them.

Rejected Onion Headlines

2008-04-01T14:39:00.001-06:00

As someone who is constantly thinking of Onion worthy headlines (hopefully, I'll have more on that at some point), this video was nice to stumble upon.

Red Cross site

2008-03-05T11:42:00.003-07:00

I saw this Norwegian Red Cross site on creativity today. It's a really nice use of interactive to tell its message with a different, but compelling approach.

Stuff White People Like

2008-02-29T13:27:00.001-07:00

This blog has some dead-on analysis of things white people like. Genius.

Here's a sample:

#63 Expensive Sandwiches

Having already covered breakfast and dinner options, the question remains: what do white people like to do for lunch? The answer: expensive sandwiches.

In most cities, if you need to find a cache of white people get yourself to a sandwich shop. Generally these places aren't open for dinner, have a panini press and are famous for their bread. There are always vegan options and the selection of meats and cheese are strongly European.

The waiters and waitresses in these places are highly coveted by the white population. They are not quite as cool as bartenders, not quite as snobby as coffee shop workers, but still artsy, young, and more than likely to be a musician/artist/writer (since they only have to work from 11-3).

If you are in the position where you need to take a white person to lunch for business or pleasure, saying "I know a great sandwich shop," will always bring out a smile. The white person will then tell you about the great sandwich shop in the town where they went to college and how they had a crush on a waiter, or that there was some special sandwich that they always ordered. This will put the person in a good mood.

It's important to note that this type of restaurant is best for business or friendship situations as it is very neutral and does not carry connotations like Sushi or Breakfast.

These sandwiches generally start at $8.99. Remember that whenever a white person says they wants to go to a sandwich shop you are looking at at least a $15 outlay after tip and drink, $20 if the place has a good selection of microbrews.

Also note: white people will wait up to 40 minutes for a good sandwich.

MGMT

2008-02-20T14:18:00.001-07:00

I kind of like the video for MGMT's song "Time to Pretend." I kind of like the song even more.

Check it out here: "Time to Pretend."

Bros before Hoes

2008-02-15T09:38:00.001-07:00

Designer toys

2008-02-08T13:20:00.001-07:00

Is it just me, or is the whole munny/designer's-latest-fetish vinyl toy trend gone a little too far? It seems that EVERY blog/shop/designer can't get enough of these little things, and it's driving me crazy for some irrational reason.

Fantasy football injury

2008-02-05T10:35:00.001-07:00

This is an old joke I had with a friend. After several theadless rejections, it finally became a reality on No Star clothing.

Order it here.

The best way to travel

2008-01-31T15:50:00.001-07:00

The history of biohazard

2008-01-27T22:46:00.001-07:00

Here's an interesting article that The New York Times ran in 2001 about the creation of the infamous biohazard symbol. It's amazing how even 40 years after it's creation, a simple scientific logo is recognized globally and used beyond it's empirical intention.

From the article: "I ran into a peculiar situation one time a couple years ago when someone was putting on a seminar on biohazards. As gifts for the participants, he devised a beautiful tie with little biohazard symbols all over it. This got me upset, and I sent him kind of a nasty letter saying this symbol was not designed to be used sartorially.''

Emo Scream

2008-01-20T10:45:00.001-07:00

Too funny.

Music snob

2008-01-18T15:47:00.001-07:00

Pretty much sums up the way most hipsters approach their music and unfortunately, on occasion, myself.

Venn diagrams are way underrated.

Become an Egotist

2008-01-15T09:17:00.001-07:00

Hate it or love it, The Denver Egotist is looking for some help in spreading their cause of "attempting to help Denver suck less, daily." Send in an essay explaining why you would be a good Egotist, and you might be the next contributor. Interested? You can find the details here.

Diggin' through the archives

2008-01-08T17:23:00.001-07:00

I found this old gem buried in my email a few months ago. It was created about 4 years ago in an art direction class, back when I thought I was an art director. Good times.

Happy Holidays

2007-12-21T22:48:00.001-07:00

Above is a shot I took a few weeks ago that I thought would be fitting for the the Holiday themed post that I couldn't help but to make.

Happy Holidays everyone.

Designed By Humans

2007-12-17T14:37:00.001-07:00

Designed By Humans is a site that's very similar to the design, vote and purchase model of threadless. After browsing some of their designs, it seems the focus is a little less on the humor angle and a little more on the design end. A nice place to browse some great designs and at the very least, a place to submit your work if threadless keeps rejecting you.

Together at last

2007-12-17T10:04:00.000-07:00

If you're anything like me, you've been asking yourself, "when are Radiohead and Too $hort finally going to collaborate on something?"

Well my friends, the answer is now.

On January 10th, Amplive of Zion I is going to release a free online-only remix album of In Rainbows titled Rainydayz Remixes. One of the contributers? Too $short. This just may be epic.

However, there's a bit of a catch. You need to forward any email from Radiohead's W.A.S.T.E. online store to amplive@onesevensevensix.com. It's fairly simple, but it might not be easy for everyone, especially considering that the In Rainbows download option ended on Dec. 10th. So you can't order it now and expect the remix album later.

Either way, you can get a preview by going to Amplive's myspace page here. Very nice so far.

The final whisper in 'Lost in Translation'

2007-12-13T17:04:00.000-07:00

Someone out there decoded Bill Murray's cliffhanging whisper in Sopia Coppola's Lost in Translation. Chances are, whatever you imagined he said outweighs the actual message, but cool nonetheless.

The Deadly Syndrome

2007-12-08T18:03:00.001-07:00

I'm really enjoying "The Ortolan" by The Deadly Syndrome. I don't know how I discovered them, but I'm glad I did. If you enjoy music in the realm of progressive indie rock (think Cold War Kids and Okkervil River) then this album might just be for you.

I heard one of their tracks "Eucalyptus" in a spot for Microsoft Zune. You can download it for free here. I think they are definitely a band worth checking out and keeping and eye on.

Muffin top

2007-12-06T12:29:00.000-07:00

Very funny spot for lifesavers.

Now that's dope.

2007-11-30T15:18:00.001-07:00