Muti Randolph isn’t an artist, a designer, or an architect. He’s a technology junkie and a creative genius. His creativity is only limited by his imagination. Although that sounds like a cliche’ its actually true. He dreams up some of the coolest environments whether they are for a temporary installation, a nightclub, or a fashion show. He has absolutely no fear or limitations when its comes to what’s possible. I find that damn inspirational.
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Most of you will think I’ve lost my damn mind, but my current favorite song is “Bedrock” by Young Money. I KNOW. It surprised me too. Its got an infectious beat. Its lyrics are ridiculously pun-y. And well, its just fun! In fact, it’s the kind of song that reminds you of that one time, that one summer, at the beach, with whats-his-name, at that place we used to go. Or could remind you of something like that, as a sort of place-holder in time, if you actually had a memory to associate with it.
Is it a testament to true Hip-Hop? No! Is it going to stand the test of time? Not even close. But does it make me laugh and want to dance around my living? You betcha.
My room is the G-spot. Call me Mr. Flintstone. I can make your Bedrock.
This past weekend Camp Woodward held their second BMX reunion. I only got invited by association…as I am decidedly not an old BMX pro. But I have to say it was kind of a big deal if you are into this sort of thing. Camp Woodward is THE leading camp for action sports across the country. Their training facilities are unparalleled. I have never seen more foam pits or fearless individuals in one place.
Shawn Barber is a quiet man. When you get the opportunity to spend some time with you you realize that he is intensely reflective and thoughtful about the work that he does. In 1995 he faced a turning point in his life and his career. He decided to take matters into his own hands and get serious about the art that he created. His blended technique of realism and expression capture life and emotion in a way that is incredibly refreshing.
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While walking past a dumpster in Austin TX I come across a wild eyed hell cat, Clementine. Now, I don’t normally chat up ladies I find naked in dumpsters but this girl was different. After a few minutes of quality bonding, I decided that I’d help her clean up and set her loose on the town. The following photo gallery is decidedly NSFW. It was a hell of a night for us both. But I have to say…she’s a real doll! Thanks for such a damn good time Clem…too bad you won’t remember any of it tomorrow!
As you may or may not know I just got a new tattoo on weds of this week. It is a custom Ray Gun that my good friend, and amazing tattoo artist, John Saletra, helped me design. Notice the adorable spider on the handle. This would be spider No.5…which completes my spider tattoo collection in the most appropriate way!
Why a ray gun? Well I do love a good weapon of choice. This ray gun is about my personal control and power. It’s about love and sex and energy. Watch out folks…I’m permanently armed and dangerous!
What can I say, these are delicious. I mean, sure I don’t know what I’d actually DO with them or where I’d put them or why I desire them so much. But DAMN, they really are cool. I want a whole 60’s playset please, complete with cocktails, switchboard operators, mistresses and secretary pool. The Marketing for this series has made leaps and bounds. From character tweets to collaborations with Banana Republic and Vanity Fair, the advertising efforts for this incredible ad agency drama are truly worthy of the Sterling & Cooper stamp of approval.
Read full story about the Mattel Barbie Mad Men collection here at the New York Times.
I have a fascination with Gun imagery. Much like my fascination with spiders…symbolically I connect with them, however in reality I don’t particularly care to have them around. So when it came time to get my next tattoo I have the perfect spot on my leg for a gun….a sexy RAY GUN. Why a ray gun you may ask….well if its a fictitious gun it can shoot anything I want. That makes it far sweeter than any old violent killing machine. I go in today for my version of a ray gun….picture to be posted in a few days when it doesn’t look so….well….wounded. But until then I thought I’d post a killer gallery of my inspiration.
The New York Times posted an article about raising, killing, cooking and eating bunnies. This doesn’t seem right. I mean, I’m a serious carnivore but bunnies….well they are too cute and have too much character to be food. I can’t make the leap from eating cow (also arguably cute but you know…..delicious) to eating these tiny super fuzzy soft loveable creatures.
