Architects Sketchbooks. Thames and Hudson

Architects' SketchBooks

Publisher: Thames & Hudson

If you're fascinated with architecture and design like we are, then this book could set your RSJ's a  tingling.

Full to the brim with colourful concepts and game plans for houses, apartments, factories, outhouses, land layouts, eco/eye (friendly car parks), bridges, airports and more... gasp, breathe!

The architects contributing to the book stack up as well, with people like:

Ben Addy

Will Alsop

BPR

Brent Buck

Cindy Rendely

Fantastic Norway

Norman Foster

Sean Godsell

Eva Jiricna

DMAA

A4 Studio - need we say more, oh go on then... more!

With captions and a general summary of the artist or studio, it is well written and enhanced by examples of  drawings/scribbles/sketches of individual's work or works in progress. Also with computer mock - ups, models and simulations to stimulate even the most mundane of clientele and others like Ben Addy starting off his ideas with a simple pen, pencil and paper to get the creative juices flowing.

Here is a classic comment from Frank Clementi when he exclaims, "I wish I could draw better. I wish I knew what to draw. Tree's shouldn't look like boulders on scaffolding - that's how mine turn out if I'm not careful"

RD (It's refreshing to know it happens to the pro's as well)☋

OK, time to get your hard hat and steel toe caps on, we're going inside...

To build more interest, go on the lo..

Street Photography Now. Sophie Howarth. Thames and Hudson

Street Photography Now

Authors: Sophie Howarth and Stephen McLaren

Publisher: Thames & Hudson

Images from over 45 photographers, count um 45!

Getting down and dirty in the urban jungle, capturing shots at 1/24 of a second that otherwise would have been lost forever.

Street Photography Now, ventures into cities throughout the world collecting stills along the way, with stuff like men beating a dieing oxen in the streets of Spain (not so nice) to granddad towing granddaughter behind his powered wheel chair up an incline. A real juxtaposition in the styles and themes of the artists that click the pics.

Also included are descriptions and quotes by the photographers themselves, here are a few for you:

'Photographing in public keeps me awake and aware, always looking around, in awe at what humans are up to.'
Melanie Einzig

'You need obsession, dedication and balls.
Get out there while you still can.'
Martin Parr

'Street photography is like gambling.
You get lucky or you get nothing...'
Markus Hartel

This book is a well put together ensemble of colourful and fetching stills, more of an orchestration for the eyes than a calamity for the senses.

Go on, have a wander around inside...



















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App a Week. 'Alice For The iPad. Taschen App and Mobile Case Study Book

'Alice For The iPad'  

Category: Promotional

For use on:

⁍iPhone
⁍ iPad 

⁍Video Demonstration

 

Alice For The iPad
This apparently is a glimpse into the future of digital reading and one of the most impressive E Books out there so far...
This little number is a clever take on Lewis Carrol's original Book 'Alice in Wonder Land' but gives you the chance to interact till the cows come home. A lot of new illustrations were added and some of the original illustrations (some of them up to 145 years old) were scanned but don't let that put you off. Up to date tech was added like virtual gravity and physics which allows you to interact with the characters and objects on screen.

It's a scream - if your the type that gets bored after 15 minutes of just reading... it's time to shake the Pad!

Quote by Oprah Winfrey:

"It's going to change the way the kids learn"

From the book. 

On the screen.

Closer look at the App here...

 To purchase the book go here...

Collaboration: Rad Dad Collective have hooked up with Taschen Publishing to bring you an 'App a Week.' The inspiration came when we received a copy of The App & Mobile Case Study Book from Taschen and we were well impressed! 

Neonbeige Ehrenhoodie Cartridges line. Hoodie. Nathalie van den Bergh

Meet Imogen, she is a second year textile student at Derby University and was up for a bit of modelling. Here, she is showing one of Nathalie van den Bergh's hoodie designs.

This is the first product test of the Neonbeige Ehrenhoodie Cartridges line, a wicked idea that Nathalie came up with when her sister wanted a cover just for her head. 

They are available in various colours and fabrics. Imogen preferred the pink 'Simrock Bali' design if she'd  had a choice and she thought it was a cozy way to spend a tutorial session. 

Look for more adventures of the Neonbeige Hoodie over the next few weeks...

To check out the online shop go... HERE


By the way the site is in German, all you need to know is what 'In den Warenkorb' means, which is  'Add to shopping basket"... Sorted☋

VNA Magazine. Issue 16

 Issue 16 of Very Nearly Almost is out Now

Take a look at the vid for their featured artist Invader

For an insider look at the magazine go... Here

VNA Magazine. Issue 17

Issue 17

Documenting Street Art and Graffiti in print since 2006

Heavens ta betsy it's that time again, Very Nearly Almost hits the streets running!

If we were to close our eyes and were asked to name this publication we would know straight away what this mag title was, with it's distinct smell, size and thickness. Like an old friend, it's nice to meet up with over a cup of coffee every few months and catch up with news, views and interviews from one of our favourite flavoured paperbacks.

This month's issue holds some true delights with a cover pic of Chaz and Bob and contents including:

Interesni Kazki

Goldie

Malarkey

El Mac

Toasters

The London Police

Else Icr

Angelique Houtkamp

Pablo delgado

... and graff sightings from London, Milan and Toronto.

So whether your into a single shot espresso or a lush caramel latte, this issue will keep your mug of infatuation running over with arty goodness for weeks to come.

Inside, semi or whole fat delights...

To get your VNA to go, go on the logo

VNA Magazine. Issue 15

VNA Mag

Ready to Drop on the 26th of May

VNA magazines out real soon-we will shortly get our well manicured hands on a copy and give you the insider look...yum!

Very Nearly Almost (VNA) is proud to announce the release of Issue 15 with a unique cover and in-depth interview with street art legend Shepard Fairey. A man who needs little introduction, Fairey has gone from plastering lampposts with 'Andre has a Posse' stickers to designing President Obama's campaign posters; and he discusses all this and more with us in VNA 15.

Not content with covering one of the biggest artists of our time, VNA 15 talks to stencil master Logan Hicks, East London's infamous Burning Candy crew, Austrian freehand master Nychos, Scottish illustrator Elph and a whole host of other talented and respected artists for you to feast your eyes upon.

AVAILABLE 26TH MAY

Can't wait? Pre-order copies are available on our websitenow; to be shipped on 26th May.

LTD EDITIONS

As with every issue of VNA there will be 80 limited edition packs available at the launch (read on for further details) which will include a magazine boasting a screen-printed cover designed by Shepard Fairey. The packs will also include an exclusive VNA x OBEY Clothing tee and a bundle of stickers. If you cannot make the Launch party but would still like the opportunity to purchase a ”Special edition” please send an email to ltd@verynearlyalmost.com to register your interest. There are 20 copies available in the lottery and the email cut off is 6pm on the 26th May. You will be notified by email whether you have won the chance to purchase a copy.

THE LAUNCH

Arguably our biggest issue to date, we will be releasing it with a bang at Black Rat Press [EC2A 3AY] from 6pm on May 26th. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. More details on the launch here.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

From the end of this week you will be able to purchase a subscription to VNA which will entitle you to 4 magazines at a 10% discount as well as a free limited edition subscribers tee. If you are interested in subscribing please emailsubscriptions@verynearlyalmost.comto receive updates.

Thanks for the continued support of Very Nearly Almost.TEAM VNA