Monthly Archives: July 2010

Street-scape etchings

Street-scape etchings

What an interesting comparison of cultures; from the appreciation of the English eye; a view of Italy; reflected through Indian translation for English visitors. The influence of European Engravings from the 18th century is obvious; an interesting reference point to the exhibit of engravings of Venice, also in the museum, though finishing today you can view some of the images online.

 

Circleline, London

Circleline, London

This team of eight designers generate an exploratory dynamic in which stories and meaning are developed in a considered and evolving design process.

 

Rosetta translated

Rosetta translated

Today in 1799 the Rosetta Stone was discovered; An edict in honor of King Ptolemy V; written in three ancient texts it was to provide …

 

Planck: the first image

Planck: the first image

Planck has seen whole other galaxies. The great spiral galaxy in Andromeda, 2.2 million light-years from Earth, appears as a sliver of microwave light, released by the coldest dust in its giant body

 

Mike Perry Landfill and Holiday Zines

Mike Perry Landfill and Holiday Zines

An American artist whose decision to strike out independently and make his own way with his unique ‘hand’ is the order of the day. Mike Perry’s work is showing up on all manner of products and places…

 

Matt Kish and the big fish

Matt Kish and the big fish

Moby Dick is perhaps way down the line on my reading list, however this blog may be enough to generate some anticipation of the read. …