12.30.2009
Got It. Trying. Wish I Had.
12.29.2009
Revert to the Aesthetic
A recent article in Entrepreneur Magazine (Mixing Art With Commerce, January 2010) talks about how a growing number of small businesses are turning to screen-printed posters, exploiting the medium's potent marriage of advertising and art to reach a customer demographic impervious to conventional marketing approaches.
It just makes sense that a brand or business would embrace the equity of attainable art (most limited-edition concert posters and prints range from $20 - $50 a piece … which is why I have a huge collection of screen print and giclĂ©e art). More so, I like what it doesn’t have to say, communicating the company's commitment to old-school virtues like authenticity and handcraftsmanship in a world where homogenization and mass production are the status quo.
If you’re unfamiliar with the screen print poster subculture, check out OMG Posters. This blog does an amazing job of keeping up with the latest releases from artists and print shops across the country, both music and non-music related. It’s also introduced me to a slew of new bands (brands), which I guess is one of the ideas behind having a poster created in the first place.
12.18.2009
12.16.2009
12.09.2009
Bobble Heads are on My Christmas List
Normally I'm not a bobble head kind of guy. But when I saw this one, I knew it was going to make the ol' x-mas list.
I'm Not Saying It's Right...
It’s possible this fancy gentleman was offended by a young lady wearing ahat indoors, and in this clip he’s saying, “Madam please remove your hat” in accordance with Jim Nortons Hat Removal Service, but more likely is WHATTHEFUCKWASTHAT!
MTV is getting tons of very justified criticism for their new show “Jersey
Domino’s Pizza has already pulled their ads from the show, and others are threatening to do the same. I’m no PC homo but it’s sort of amazing they would show a clip of a girl getting punched in the face. Although to be fair to the dude I wanted to at least smack her in the head and I was barely even paying attention.
11.16.2009
11.11.2009
...For My Wedding Ring
TAD Gear Titanium Rescue Ring
One man's safety precaution is another man's deadly weapon. Sure, the TAD Gear Titanium Rescue Ring is meant to break glass in case of emergency, but come on, it's a ring with a spike on it. That's bad ass. It includes a keyring for the breaker tip in case you don't want to always wear the spiked ring... although we don't know why you wouldn't want to. Frankly, we intend to get one for every finger.10.27.2009
Target Billboard in Times Square
10.20.2009
10.12.2009
Avaya Phone Systems - Contest Entry
It's simple: Tell us about the disconnects that are hurting your business, and if you win, we'll help you fix them.
The disconnect could be technical—like an outdated phone system, or a patched-together "system" that's unreliable. Or it could be a human problem—like frustrated customers or a key employee who no one can get a hold of. Or it could be a combination of both.
Whatever the problem is, tell us about it in a short video or written essay. You can be funny. You can be serious. You can be desperate. But however you do it, be sure to submit it by October 15, 2009.
9.22.2009
Seattle is Crazy
7.30.2009
The Dead Weather
7.22.2009
Listen. You hear that? Shitwinds are coming. Shitwinds.
7.18.2009
7.17.2009
7.15.2009
There's Security on the Upper Deck
7.14.2009
10 TVs - That's as close as I got to the game.
At least the bar was selling stale nachos for $1. Not exactly ballpark quality, but the price was right.
The Heat Is On
Load Up, All-Stars
7.10.2009
6.24.2009
Kaw Snap
6.19.2009
It's Hot in St. Louis, Especially at an Outdoor Concert.
6.15.2009
Is This Detroit?
6.11.2009
Quack-tastic Entertainment!
An Ode to the Commode
By definition:
Shitteau (shë-tõ) (noun) An elegant and clean place for taking a dump. Most often discovered by surprise. A shitteau can be identified by cleanliness, choice toilet paper, air freshener or candles and a nice array of reading materials.
If you find a shitteau, enjoy it, especially if you’re on the clock. There’s nothing better than getting paid to take a shit. And now you have a word to describe the sanctuary you’ve defiled.
5.29.2009
5.26.2009
Cougar Sighting
5.21.2009
5.08.2009
I'm Pissed at Flight of the Conchords
Here's why I'm upset: so I've seen a lot of their concert posters from shows in other cities from some artists I totally dig. I was hoping to hit the jackpot and find a sweet print at the show in STL. Now, I'm not saying it's not cool, it's just not as cool as some of the other stuff that's out there. I still bought one. I'm just not completely thrilled about it. Kinda the same way I was disappointed in the DMB poster that was sold at the first outdoor concert in the new Busch Stadium - totally sucked. But at least it had the arch in it (that's sarcasm).
Above are some of the FOTC posters I've had an eye on. Guess witch one they sold in STL? (which/witch ... in roller skates)
4.14.2009
4.08.2009
The Most Sexual Concept I've Written This Week
In a world where getting down to business can happen at a moment’s notice, you don’t want to be whoring your information out to any Tom, Dick or Harry who wants to jump into your server bed.
Protection is essential to keep your server safe, secure and clean. You can’t wish away an accident the day after it happens. So be prepared and be smart. Now you can prevent data leakage without giving up the sensitivity. Make sure you always have a digital jimmy.