Photoshop allows the world to create really bad but really good jokes. Here a Nokia cell phone and a Glock are combined in what is described on Strategy Page as "the First and Second Amendments combined." It's hilarious, it almost looks real, if you didn't know better you might think it was. The even sadder thing is i KNOW some people, and I wont name names, that would buy this is in a heartbeat if it actually existed.
World-renowned Photographer Annie Lebovitz was commissioned by the Italian coffee brand, Lavazza to do their 2009 Calendar. It is shot is classic Italian style, using vivid backdrops and tricky perspective, Lebovitz brings the photographs to almost appear and feel, as if they were paintings. By allowing the real studio background show through, it gives it an almost satirical effect. It reminds me of Banksy's reworking of classic paintings but with current cultural references, perhaps his work is that all-inspiring. I really like it. Its definitely worth a look...
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In the spirit of the holidays, Banksy, has put his own spin on yet another classic, Thomas the Tank Engine. The cartoon steam locomotive created by W. V. Awdry and made into the British children's television series Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends. This no-doubt influenced Banksy to use this childhood icon in a new a provocative way. The freight train graf aspect is shear genius. His skill and creativity are amazing.
Nike Japan will soon be releasing their new line of Terminator Hi’s and Lo’s, for their "Play Hard" collection. These semi-simple colorways are timeless but still new and fresh. They created the “Play Hard” campaign with Japanese musicians for the launch.
All of these first drop hi-tops come in a white bases with blue, red or black accents, these sneakers keep a very classic look, while still remaining edgey and not being boring. The Swoosh comes in patent leather, which is a nice touch.
Nicked from: highsnobiety
The Bay Area's own Ya Boy, has dropped a crazy track with T-Pain. If you havent heard our boy YB, get ready he is the next best thing in West Coast hip-hop. Precise Music Group is doing big things.
Santa F Baby, aka Weezy F, drops some Christmas greetings with this SHORT but sweet track. (remember the keyword here is 'short')
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To celebrate their 10th anniversary Futura Laboratories has produced the “X” hoodies and t-shirts. The t-shirts and hoodies come with classic Futura graphics and each has the artist’s signature. Get one before it's too late.
One of our favorite artists here at LF, C215 shows us more of his technical stencil perfection.
No thanks to Blogger, Google, and GoDaddy, but we are back online. The www.leasedferrari.com address will work again shortly, just as soon as the billion dollar disaster known as Google, decides to get around to our puny little blog. Thanks for your continued support. WWW.LEASEDFERRARI.COM will prevail!
Big Ups to our boy Travis Barker for bustin' out this dope remix of 'Jockin Jay-Z', WELCOME HOME!
Designed by Gerrit T Rietveld back in 1935, the Utrecht is built around a steel frame with polyurethane foam and polyester padding combining to give the impression of a 'floating' chair, even though it's as solid as any chair on the market. Over 70 years old and still looking as unique as ever - the Cassina Utrecht armchair.
From: retro
Sometimes a collaboration can be better than the work by either artist, it can bring out the best in each or at the very least make their work more elaborate. The collabo between David Lynch and Christian Louboutin is a perfect example of all of these amazing end results.
Usually its the outside of the house that is really cool but in this case there was something inside a house, more specifically under the stairs that really caught my eye. Instead of trying to use the space under the stairs as the most awkward closet in all of existence, a genius decided to put drawers each step on the stairs. Not only does it look cool, but its perfect when you can't figure out where too put your insane shoe collection..and you definitely have one, at least if you have been buying what we tell you to.
Forget Lego land, artist Nathan Sawaya has created is own personal Lego world as well as some seriously kick ass sculptures that make some more conventional artists look like amateurs. Legos are a part of his every day life, his work place is full of them but not just in crates; everything from his computer to a bowl of fruit on the counter are a colorful burst of Legos. Some people would equate these building blocks as toys but most of the art that Sawaya creates it anything but childish. His roving exhibit "The Art of the Brick," may be coming to a town near you.
Worth a look: ART OF THE BRICK
Armsrock is elegant and traditional techniques blended seamlessly with the urban canvas to form beautiful and completely "out of its element" artwork, on an otherwise mundane brick wall. Entitled, "The Comfort Zone" by Armsrock when posted on his blog, no other info was included. Let your eyes write a better story...
Nicked from: Armsrock's blog
To coincide with the introduction of the Ferrari California, Officine Panerai has introduced a new two-counter chronograph in its "Ferrari Engineered by Officine Panerai" watch collection. 400 examples of the Panerai for Ferrari California Flyback Chronograph will be made. The watches are fitted with a convex sapphire crystal, and a thickly padded strap in alligator leather accented with contrasting white stitching. Water resistance of this model is rated for 100 meters. Step your game up, holler at your leasing agent, and joing the players club! Yeayyy yeaaayyy!
Our Dutch homeboy PARRA just released this new print just to keep it real called "Nipple Twister" Love the colors and the steez, PINCH ON! Cop one of the 75 available at powParra.
This is from the new Brazilian edition of Photo Magazine, featuring super models Adriana Lima and Ana Beatriz Barros. These photos are amazing, you have gotta love Brazil. Thank you Adriana and the lovely Ana Beatriz, for showing your ridiculous hotness off! Call me...
At first glance this may look like a simple computer rendering, but it actually a full scale sized sculpture made out of 10mm steel tubing. The Amazing Wireframe Lamborghini Countach, by visual and serial wireframe artist Benedict Radcliff. Its nothing short of breathtaking, its immaculately constructed down to the smallest detail. It says 'Pirelli P7' on the tires!
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Aussie street art mastermind Anthony Lister definately knows what's up! The way he used the natural background as an extension of his piece is pretty innovative, props. of the day go to you Anthony!
From: thedesign
The ‘Shell House,’ located in the green woods of Karuizawa, in the Nagano region of Japan, may turn out to be the perfect destination. Designed by architect Kotaro Ide, the Shell house resembles the English alphabet “J” and floats 1400 mm above the ground. The terraces, together with the central courtyard of the main living areas, across the home are carved out of the Ulin wood. The aesthetic structure also comes fully loaded with all modern amenities.
These dope new Maharishi Viet Slip on sneakers are dropping for spring (which means a mid Jan/Feb release time period). The shoes have the signature attention to detail from the Maharishi brand, and are made from hemp and rubber. Check the jump for a whole mess of images and detail shots, a very nice looking shoe, available at emaharishi for $150 US just before the snow melts.
Street art is often over-looked for its political value. At an economical time like this, street art will no doubt continue to explode with its own satirical critique of the state of the world today.
Aubrey Beardsley was the most controversial artist of the Art Nouveau era. His graphic art is still awe inspiring today. Beardsley was well known for illustrating Oscar Wilde's play Salomé. Think Mike Giant a century ago. Crazy! This work is entitled, Aubrey Beardsley, Of a Neophyte, and How the Black Art Was Revealed unto Him by the Fiend Asomuel, 1893. Taken from, The Black Art, The Pall Mall Magazine, June 1893. Read more to see more...
This Cuban born artist has been taking Spain by storm since 2002, with his Identity Series. A series of charcoal murals that Gerada has been exhibiting throughout Spain (maincasing in Barcelona) exploring the control of public space and the identities. The end result, according to the artist, is to have, "identity, place and memory become one."
