Great information graphic design by GOOD and MGMT. The April 14 eruption of Iceland’s Eyjafjallajökull volcano disrupted air traffic over much of Europe and stranded thousands of passengers across the world. The total cost is estimated to be $5 billion in lost GDP through May 24, 2010. But now that dust has cleared, we can … Continued
I stumbled on this amusing video called “the Art of Analog Computing“. What did we do before computers anyway? It amazes me how much our “typical day” has shifted over the past 15 years along with, because of, and in response to the technology we have also developed. As someone who loves technology – I … Continued
Laura Bee Designs is dedicated to creating original handbags and accessories without sweatshop labor or leather products I just won a new “gelato” handbag on Laura Bee Designs Facebook contest! It totally made my day! And guess what? I’m going to talk about it. Then when I go to pick up the bag, I will … Continued
Hi, I’m Chris – Blank Space’s new intern. Since I will be writing regular blog posts during my time at Blank Space I thought I’d start by introducing myself. I’ve spent the past 10 years dabbling in design while formally working in non-profit training overseas and retail management in the U.S. A few years back … Continued
I just discovered Sean Tubridy’s photos on Flickr. Really fun and inspiring artwork. See his full set of Polaroid photos. Sean also is an illustrator and a fellow designer who owns his own design firm in Minneapolis, called Blue over Blue. Sean Tubridy’s work is inspired by the golden age of design a heyday of … Continued
Starbucks to Offer Free WiFi at All Stores Nationwide. Starting July 1, with no registration or account required.
Jennifer Belle promotes her novel, The Seven Year Bitch, one laugh at a time. There is just no better feeling than seeing someone you don’t know reading your book in a public place, she said. And so I just decided I would just make it happen for myself. . . In an entrepreneurial spirit, Jennifer … Continued
Is it because the steroid era has come to an end? Do the pitchers have the upper hand now that all the artificial beefcakes are gone? That’s my completely uneducated guess.
Quirky explorations of nature always pull me in, and Justin Gibben’s newest watercolor drawings Hydras and Basilisks definitely fits the bill. Hydras and Basilisks opens on Seattle’s First Thursday Art Walk at Punch Gallery in Pioneer Square. Meet the artist at the opening reception from 5-8pm on June 3rd. Justin Gibbens received his BA in … Continued
The Element, offers insights about the importance of discovering your own true best self. Author, Ken Robinson provides a worthy critique on our education system. Public education was created in the interested of industrialism and in the image of industrialism which puts relentless pressure on students to conform. This conformity drains our creativity and prevents … Continued