The vintage Z560M Nixie tubes, used in former East-Germany in the mid 20th century as numeric displays, were the inspiration for the design of Daniel Kurth's (www.kurth.lu) Nixie Concrete clock.
The Luxembourgish designer enclosed the shiny orange Nixie tubes in a reinforced rough concrete body which can optionally be wall mounted. The strength of this design lies in the application of 'retro technology' and its interesting combination of components and materials, where one is easily fooled as to what is old and what is new. All electronic components in this fully functioning prototype are assembled by hand.
Unlike other clocks that make use of Nixie tubes, this one does not read like a traditional display. Kurth experienced that clocks - regardless of their esthetic value - sometimes form a disturbing factor in one's house, since being constantly reminded of the time can be stressful. By rearranging the display, one can enjoy the playful interaction between the 6 different tubes without realising straight away what time it is. A short focus will however allow you to use it as a 'normal' clock. The time in the picture reads 10:23:54.
Riding on the success of the first Gymkhana Practice video that grabbed the attention of over 20 million viewers worldwide, the Gymkhana TWO video takes infomercials to the next level. Unlike other infomercials, this one sells the products with great action, cinematography, and a dramatic driving performance—and, no stereotypical cheesy informercial pitchman! Produced specifically to market Blocks first-ever Rally TeamWorks Collection, the new video is filled with great driving stunts, surprises, explosions, and a guest appearance from DC team rider, Rob Dyrdek. Filmed at the Port of Los Angeles, expect non-stop motor sport eye-candy as Block hits the all-new course in a custom tuned, high performance, and brand-new Subaru Impreza WRX STI. Visit dcshoes.com/gymkhanatwo for more photos and info on the high-performance video and Blocks complete Teamworks Collection.
Have seen this Merc before on lunch at work and thought it looked immensely tough. Saw it again today and took some photos on my phone. Matte Black paint job makes me want to die.
Some images of some typography experiments done a long time ago. Miss doing stuff like this, need to get back into analogue and away from digital dependance.
As some of you may know I am getting an increasingly big soft spot for the classic Missouri 85. My new wish is for these .....
But Ryouki have hooked up with Lacoste to come up with these colabs. Can't wait to see these out and about. Also Ryan if your reading, where is the steath pack at, I need that shoe.
This is a new night some of the guys in Southampton have been organizing. Have played my part in doing some visuals for the event. Anyone in that area should come down no doubt will be a great evening and will have some lovely music and "VIDECOLOR" projections. Click on the image for their blog.
This is what they say....
"This coming Friday (29/08/08), Mono Bar in Southampton will be the venue that hosts the Say Whoa Party Programme blogspot launch party. We've put in a lot of work to make this event the DEFINITION of a party & the only thing it'll cost you is a hangover the next day! We'll be handing out a hell of a lot of goodies, whilst reserving a few surprises for the night itself and providing 3 DJ sets of straight bangers from the get go... none of this 'warm - up' malarky. The music will kick off with the afore mentioned bangers at 8:30pm sharp and I know what you're thinking... Going out that early is so mid to late 2006 but we want you to dance for as long as possible and meet some safe, like minded new people yer. Dress code is 'the brighter the better' as we all in our heart of hearts, love a splash of colour! In fact if you want to come in fancy dress... Why the hell not?! It's a party!"
Images of certain object which made nice silhouette against a nice blue summer sky. This is the first lot of the collection. Will add some more as I do them or as I find all the old ones
Episode Design is Dan Letchford. Lives in lovely Clapton, E5.
I am currently working as an Online designer in London for a Movie Design Agency called Empire Design.
I also do some freelance Web/Design projects for various people.
Check out my website, with the links above, for more work.
No work on Monday means Whoa! on a Sunday.
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Nobody likes a Monday......unless it's a bank holiday monday and there is
no work.
Oh yes, Sunday 4th April sees Say Whoa! do what it does best and have a...
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