November 15, 2011 | Video | 
by Christine Utterberg |
If Fred Astaire called this performance ‘the greatest dance number ever filmed’ then you know it has to be good. Sporting original dance moves that put today’s pop dancers to shame, the Nicholas Brothers show off their self-taught skills in this amazing scene from Stormy Weather. And the leap frog at the end? Wow.
November 11, 2011 | New Photography | by Christine Utterberg 
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David Maisel’s photoseries entitled History’s Shadow explores art objects from antiquity in a new light. He photographed x-rays of the Getty Museum’s permanent collections that had been taken for the purpose of art preservation. His photos create a detachment from the original artwork, while illustrating how each piece is still alive. The results are serenely beautiful. Read more
November 4, 2011 | New Film | by Christine Utterberg |
The independent film Martha Marcy May Marlene is now at the top of my Must See list. Doesn’t it look amazing? It’s about a young woman (Elizabeth Olsen) who escapes from a cult and is trying to rebuild her life. It just came out in limited release in the US. The rest of us will have to wait a little longer.
November 1, 2011 | New Music | by Christine Utterberg |
I’m eagerly awaiting the October 31 release of Florence and the Machine’s second album, Ceremonials. And based on the new music video for Shake It Out, it won’t be a disappointment. It beautifully shows off Florence’s theatrical style, with strong lyrics and lush visuals.
November 1, 2011 | New Events | by Christine Utterberg |
The Makers is a photo project started by photographer Jennifer Causey. Interested in all the handmade and artisan products being made in Brooklyn, Causey began documenting them. Each photo series and interview celebrates a handcrafted product, from fragrances to chocolate, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmen at work. Read more
November 1, 2011 | New Food and Packaging | by Christine Utterberg |
Even though I’m easily won over by chocolate, I still have to hand it to Mary + Matt. The clever name and design alone are enough to make me want to try their Chocolate Googly Eyes.
October 29, 2011 | New Design | by Christine Utterberg |
Sometimes it’s the little details that make all the difference, especially when you can have fun with them. Like these buttons by John Caswell Design called Mr. Button. Aren’t they clever?
October 27, 2011 | New Products | by Christine Utterberg |
I’m a bit of a nerd when it comes to film cameras. So the super stylish La Sardina is just my kind of camera. It’s simply a toy camera with a wide angle lens, but one that would be as much fun showing off as it would be taking photos with it.
October 25, 2011 | New Fashion | by Christine Utterberg |
Yellow Bird Project, a Montreal-based organization, has teamed up with indie rock bands to raise money for charities. The rock bands, including big indie rockers like The National and The Shins, design their own tee-shirt and choose the charities that will benefit from the sales. What a great way to support a band you love and a worthy cause. Read more
October 20, 2011 | New Film | by Christine Utterberg |
New York City in the early 1980s saw the break out of hip hop and a whole new style of expression for urban youths. A big part of that was the rise of graffiti, where ‘bombing’ became its own art form. The documentary Style Wars takes a fascinating up close look at the players of the day, what they were up against, and how hip hop culture changed the face of the city.
October 18, 2011 | New Art | by Christine Utterberg |
Watch how sculpture artist Larry Kagan takes his metalwork in an unlikely direction to create shadow art. By playing with space and light, he transforms each piece into shadowy images. And just as interesting is the way Kagan describes this art form.
October 18, 2011 | New Illustration | by Christine Utterberg |
Artist Derek Eads makes some very clever art prints. But the ones of the very clever Bill Murray are my favorite. Eads’ prints illustrate Murray’s various film characters, with a particular focus on his Wes Anderson films. Read more
October 17, 2011 | New Music | by Christine Utterberg |
Belgian singer Selah Sue blends funk and soul to create a sound that is both familiar and refreshing to hear from a singer that is, well, Belgian. Raggamuffin beautifully showcases all of this. Spellbinding.
October 8, 2011 | New Photography | by Christine Utterberg |
Charles W. Cushman was an amateur photographer who was equally fond of traveling throughout the United States and abroad. Fortunately, he left his impressive collection of Kodachrome color slides to his alma mater Indiana University. These colorful and candid street scenes give an intimate look into the good old days of New York City. Read more
October 7, 2011 | New Food and Packaging | by Christine Utterberg |
Coffee Snobs pokes fun at the world of coffee culture by pitting those who take coffee a little too seriously against those who are a little too dependent on global coffee chains. And it’s funny how accurate it is.
Beer seems to be on our mind lately. So too does spring, making this flashy, lime green brew exactly what we’re craving. Out of Sweden, comes Spring Edition: a mango, lime cider. Read more
There’s something folk arty about JJ Cromer’s work, and it would certainly translate well onto textiles. If Joan Miro had spent time in Africa and set up shop in rural New Jersey, his work might look something like Cromer’s. Read more
The Hatton hotel epitomises Melbourne cool. Those who value design, location, and luxury will find The Hatton the perfect Melbourne base. Read more
Cats have a high propensity for silliness, and toast on their faces, as this set of snaps from the Huffington Post reveals. This is the latest online meme. What’s next: Cracker Dogs? Read more
Korean-born Okkyung Lee, who has found a niche amongst the regulars at John Zorn’s The Stone, makes intricate cello improvisations based on her classical and jazz training, following a path forged by the likes of Tom Cora, but veering off into her own stranger, noisier directions.
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Creating modern-vintage inspired by 1950s Australian housewives and rock’n'roll style pin-up glamour, Peta Pledger has been producing one-off, made-to-measure or small-run garments and accessories since 2003. Her love affair with the sewing machine began in 1988 when — like many lovely ladies — she couldn’t find any clothing that flattered her figure. Read more
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Surreal and romantic black and white studies, visual diaries of people and places. This is the photography of Al Saulso, a Houston native who started as an artist in the graffiti scene and eventually transitioned into photography as a means of documenting life. Read more
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