I just ordered my copy of the book, Dark Night of the Soul, a project which combines the talent of powerhouses, Danger Mouse (Brian Burton), Sparklehorse (Mark Linkous), and David Lynch. This 100+ page, 2-pound book contains Lynch’s eerie, beautiful photographs.
The music album that accompanies the book features contributions from the Shins’ James Mercer, the Strokes’ Julian Casablancas, the Flaming Lips and Iggy Pop. The entire album is streamed at NPR’s site.
Featuring 12 oversized prints from James Jean’s solo show at the Jonathan LeVine Gallery in January 2009, Kindling is a beautifully produced keepsake portfolio from Chronicle Books.
Illustrator, Cory Godbey started the blog, Terrible Yellow Eyes, in May 2009. It features a wonderful collection of paintings inspired by Maurice Sendak’s beloved children’s book, Where the Wild Things Are. Please check out the other artists here.
From time to time, I like to add to Penguin’s ever-growing library (his room has so many neat stacks of books that it looks like a stalagmite labyrinth sprouting from his carpet). Usually my selections are art-related like Richard Avedon’s Portraits or Banksy’s Wall and Piece.
The A Kiss From Tokyo trailer is perfect, and oh the Saul Bass-esque titles! But my favorite part is the rear projection driving scene.
This animation was created for the release of Kevin Dart’s new book, Seductive Espionage, the world of Yuki 7. The book features artwork by Mr. Dart (of course), and includes selections from Brigette Barrager, Elizabeth Ito, Ted Mathot, Chris Turnham, Daniel Arriaga, Don Shank, Josh Parpan, Justin Parpan, and Megan Brain.
Here’s a sneak peek at the much-anticipated accompanying book for James Jean’s show, Kindling: New Works on Paper and Canvas, at the Jonathan Levine Gallery. The Kindling book contains 12 high-quality, removable prints in addition to process sketches and drawings from James Jean’s exhibition of the same title. It will be available from Chronicle Books in September 2009.
If you weren’t able to make it out, you can view all of the pieces here.
Years ago, I met two lovely designers-turned-winemakers, Ben and Phyllis Feder. They had excellent taste which was reflected in all parts of their lives. I remember seeing a signed Seymour Chwast hanging over the toilet in their bathroom, and I instantly liked them. Experiencing Mr. Chwast’s work and wit in such an intimate setting was a real treat!
Now you can write on NY walls without the risk of getting arrested. The Walls Notebook is a sketchbook with 80 blank New York City walls to use as your canvas. Purchase your own copy of Walls Notebook here for $11.53.
, $19.77
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by Michael Lodahl. Interesting title and a subject I think Penguin would really like. What’s more, it has GORGEOUS cover designed by 
, $23.07
, and you’re invited. Chwast will be speaking on Tuesday, June 16 at the SVA Theatre.
for $11.53.
