MOVE

When the wii came out, I was like what's the big deal. The graphics suck. I always preferred Playstation over any other console (excluding super nintendo). I have tried the wii and I did enjoy it, however, it gets old fast. Combine the fun factor/interactive component of the wii with the graphics and amazing games made for the ps3. I think this is innovative even though wii did it first, I predict sony will do it much better.

"The combination of the PS3 system and PlayStation Eye camera detects the precise movement, angle, and absolute position in 3D space of PlayStation Move motion controller, allowing users to intuitively play the game as if they themselves are within the game. PlayStation Move motion controller delivers unmatched accuracy through its advanced motion sensors, including a three-axis gyroscope, a three-axis accelerometer, and a terrestrial magnetic field sensor, as well as a color-changing sphere that is tracked by PlayStation Eye camera. Through PlayStation Move system, both fast and subtle motion can be detected, whether the user is swinging a tennis racket, or painting with a brush. With PlayStation Move motion controller, users can provide direct input through action buttons and an analog trigger, while receiving physical feedback from rumble functionality and visual feedback from the sphere’s ability to display a variety of different colors. Furthermore, PlayStation Eye camera can capture the player’s voice or image, enabling augmented reality experiences.

The newly announced PlayStation Move sub-controller is a one-handed controller, developed to further expand the game play options that PlayStation Move games can offer*2. PlayStation Move sub-controller features a sleek curved design that pairs with the motion controller and comes with an analog stick and directional buttons that allow users to easily control the game when moving characters or choosing a direction. Like all other Wireless Controllers for the PS3 system, it comes with a built in lithium-ion rechargeable battery as well as Bluetooth® technology, enabling the controller to transfer the input information wirelessly to the PS3 system without a cable. PlayStation Move motion controller and sub-controller will further broaden the gaming experience on the PS3 system for all genres, from games that use one motion controller to games that use both controllers."

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GOD OF WAR 3 IS OUT TODAY

But I'm not buying it until the semester is over.

The Office

When I think of an office, this is what I think of.

Now, imagine in the future every office looks like this. An Atmosphere has a huge psychological impact on a person. I think of it as comparable to seasonal depression. If its cold and dark all the time for a long period of time, its going to affect you sooner or later. If all offices were like this the mood and the production would significantly improve.

In 1984, Vodafone was a tiny UK startup. Today, it is one of the world’s leading mobile telecommunications companies with activities around the globe. Vodafone’s well publicized Portuguese headquarters is located on Avenida da Boavista in Porto (Oporto), the namesake of Port wine and Portugal’s second global city after Lisbon.The super modern building was designed by architects José António Barbosa and Pedro Guimarães of Barbosa Guimarães Arquitectos.

DAFT PUNK

This is a really cool picture of Daft Punk created by Giamluca Fallone. Gianluca Fallone is a designer/illustrator from Argentina, currently based in London. At only 23 years old, he has managed to build up an impressive folio that includes work with clients such as MTV, Nike and Cartoon Network.

The reason I like it is because the average person would be drawn to it because of the colourful glowing edges. At first glance it looks like the transformers autobot but if you are familiar with Daft Punk, when you finally notice its Daft Punk its kinda cool.

VITAMIN WATER

Consumers have the chance to redesign vitamin water labels and also choose a new flavour. They say you should never judge a book by it's cover but its okay to judge a drink by its label..right? Well I admit to buying things just for its well designed labels, and even though I actually like the drink I do buy it because in that huge fridge of ugly designed bottles...vitamin water does stand out. The type is clean and crisp, the colours are minimal. In this case, these bottles are redesigned by thecoolhunter and add a little more colour to the original bottle in the kaelidescope effect.
Cheers!

Nikki Farquharson

Nikki Farquharson's on going project, Mixed Media Girls

Although this may seem like an acid trip, I think the colours clash in a good way. Its unique, and the patterns could inspire some fashion items. It's interesting to see which parts of the body are isolated either in flesh or illustration. I wonder why she chose to isolate the parts that she did. My favourite piece is the second last picture because the direction of the stripes lead you to the pink high heels at the bottom.

FAN

Epik High is a South Korean indie hip hop group from Seoul, South Korea. The group is composed of Tablo, Mithra Jin and DJ Tukutz.

The video is called Fan and was released in 2007. This is song was made, according to Epik High for their fans but most importantly for anyone who has ever felt the pain of obsession. I do have very passionate interests but I don't have any sort of psychotic obsession. I've always been drawn to any artistic depiction of obsession.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnjpWgPLxk0&feature=related

The first time I accidentally stumbled upon this video I was instantly hooked. My obsession grew with each passing day. I was in love. I fell in love with Korean Hip Hop because it was such a drastic change from mainstream North American Hip Hop. It was like a breath of fresh air. The songs were thoughtfully written, the beats were carefully created and the verses were passionately delivered. Although my understanding of the language has grown since then, you don't have to understand the language to know what the video is about. The message is so strong. Emotions are universal. Its so human, so real.

I would just like to add that Tablo (the lead english speaking MC of the group) is an amazing writer and a huge inspiration. Tablo graduated from Stanford University with a masters degree in English Literature and wrote a novel in english entitled pieces of you (which I have and is really good).

Epik High established their independent label in 2009 and since then they have been enjoying 100% musical freedom from the control freak music industry and have paved the way for many underground artists seeking shine. Their website also features their map the soul clothing line called iced.


Their latest album is called Epilogue and this is their poster promoting their first single off the album, run.

PAPARAZZI

This is definitely one of the coolest ads I've ever seen. Nikon took its inspiration from our celebrity-obsessed paparazzi culture to launch the brand's D700 model in Korea.

At a busy Seoul subway station, Nikon mounted a huge interactive, light-box billboard displaying life-like images of paparazzi. The "celebrities" in this case were the passersby, who automatically triggered a ton of flashing camera lights as they walked past the billboard. The red carpet leads through the subway hall and into a mall where there is a store located where you can purchase the Nikon D700.

THEY START YOUNG

Most people have heard of the name Jean Paul Gaultier, but for kids? Once upon a time, it was hand-me-downs from your older brothers and sisters. Kids are starting to develop an individual sense of style at a young age. No kid is really going to tell their mom they want a Jean Paul Gaultier trench coat, however, with the influence of a fashion savvy parent they can begin making detailed fashion choices at an earlier age.

VIVA GLAM

Every year Mac Cosmetics releases a limited edition Viva Glam lipstick which proceeds goes towards their MAC aids fund.

I think this is perfect because recently the younger generation became obsessed with retro culture. MAC is a cosmetic brand that appeals to all ages. This will attract both the younger and older generation by using two icons of their generation, Cyndi Lauper and Lady Gaga. As for the design of the lipstick itself, it's actually quite good. The shape of the lipstick container never changes, the only thing that has changed over the year is the colour. Red and black always goes well together. I like that the bold red is inside the lipstick cap because it looks like the average mac lipstick until you open it up and it has lady gaga's signature on the inside.

LIBERTY OF LONDON, JACK OF ALL TRADES MASTER OF NONE

I first heard of this company when I was on the Mac Cosmetics website. Then I started seeing them everywhere. I recently went to Target (in buffalo) and there was isles and isles of Liberty of London everything. It started popping up on blogs I read as well. Whats the big deal?

http://www.liberty.co.uk/

I feel like they are trying to sell you everything. Everything from a leather jacket that costs £1,210.00 to a candle that costs £32. Are they really trying to say that everything they make is well designed? They really trying to charge £50 for a hideous bra rather than Victoria Secret that sells amazingly designed lingerie for less. I prefer brands that specialize in whatever they are selling, with small supporting things like accessories, shoes, things like that. A brand is supposed to strive to create the best products for their consumers especially if they are charging a high price.
Because they sell pretty much everything, there must be something that catches your attention. Mine would be for this coat. I like the asymmetrical zipper. Most jackets like this have the zipper starting from one end and going diagonally to the other side. This makes more sense, the zipper goes strait up from the side then the collars fold over.

DIGITAL GIRL

We live in a digital era where every aspect of life is affected by technology....even love. This is a video called Digital Girl by Jamie Foxx (yes the actor!) featuring Drake (Jimmy from Degrassi/Toronto represent!), The Dream (who produced this track), and of course Kanye West who needs no introduction.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKe79ceHjtE

If you're noticing a visual trend it is indeed directed by Hype Williams who also directed Girls All Around The World by Lloyd. I LOVE all the references to technological terms. I love all the colours against the dark backdrop. Who said hip hop is dead? Even though it is mainstream the future of hip hop is looking good if every song/video could be well written, well produced, well directed and well rapped.

GIRLS ALL AROUND THE WORLD

This video/song is a match made in christine's heaven. Old school music and a futuristic video? Crazy!

Lloyd Feat Lil Wayne Girls All Around The World
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv29j4TQc10

I really like this video because for one, Lloyd is one of my favourite singers his unique brand of R&B is really good. The silver, light-eyed effect is an interesting take on girls of the future. Nothing futuristic is complete without a reference to outer space. Lil Wayne's verse is unnecessary, it doesn't add to the design...I mean the song. The beat of the song is a sample from an old school track called "paid in full" by Eric B and Rakim. How much is too much? if you listen to the original song, you'll notice that Lil Wayne's verse HEAVILY samples Rakim's verse.

Eric B & Rakim Paid In Full
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBhic4fzuYk

CASS BEER

2pm is a ground breaking band that currently endorses Cass beer and along with thier endorsement they created a brand new song called tik tok (featuring Yoon Eun Hye) and a drama/commerical to go along with it.

Nickhun plays the famous singer
Yoon Eun Hye plays Nickhun's assistant
Taecyeon plays the cop
Junsu plays Nickhun's manager.


The subtitles have to be turned on
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sC3P7tLzJP8 (part 1)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PKrhp9oD_w&feature=related (part 2)

Although it isn't as effective if you aren't familiar with the people in the drama I think it is done well nonetheless. I enjoyed every little bit of it. I thought I'd like it because I already listen to the band but I can appreciate the whole production of it. I like that the fact it is supposed to promote cass beer, doesn't overpower the story but the scenes where the logo is present is memorable. The commercial features the famous Yoon Eun Hye an actress well known for her versatile roles is expected to deliver. The roles played by the boys were done in good taste. Normally when you hear the word drama there is this cheesy stigma that goes along with it. I have to say it really engaged me, I wanted to know who the stalker really was, I could understand why Nickhun was so disturbed and acting rebellious, I could understand why she did what she did, I could feel Taecyeon's regret at the end.

Who's side are you on? I think if it was me I would have done the same as Yoon Eun Hye, not because Nickhun is so easy to be obsessed with its because of her passion that comes with what she desires.

ROBIN, ROBIN, ROBIN.....

I really like this album cover because of the contrast between black and white. Its very classy, it reflects his music and his essence. The evolution concept has been done before however it doesn't include the tacky primitive steps leading up to Robin in his full splendor. The concept is understood without the monkey versions of him. I think the face in the background is not necessary, it doesn't add or take away from the design.

This is Robin Thicke's latest album cover and the album that I'm most currently obsessed with. You'll notice the Parental Advisory sticker stamped on the front cover. Caution, this album is not for the weak. All jokes aside, I like that his album covers always have a distinct theme. This time, its James Bond, if you haven't noticed. Once again, he goes for the classy, suave look because its very fitting. The bold colours reflect his passion and his subject matter. He is an artist that has a lot of control over his image and his music being a grammy winning songwriter and producer. Its a very good album that has a variety of songs with different subject matters, ranges and beats.

BIGBANG REMEMBER ALBUM COVER

This is BIGBANG's second album cover. The reason why I like it is because its strictly type and vector images. For a band that is very visual and fashion savy its surprising that they only release type only album covers. An image is a moment in time. Type is timeless. Looking back on this album that was released a year ago, looking back on it five years, ten years maybe even twenty years it will still have a sharp visual impact. It uniquely displays the various songs on the album. The only problem I have with this album is that if you didn't know what it was called, there might be a little bit of confusion as to what the album is called because of all the other type. This band promotes themselves as a unique brand as well as promoting themselves as a part of the "YG family" (YG ent their record company). The YG building is vectored and featured on the album cover. These are their previous album covers that follow the same concept which only strengthens their brand essence.

EXCELLENT ADVENTURE

This is a south korean hip hop duo's first mainstream (formerly underground) album cover. This is a great improvement from the original, where their concepts rendition came from. The colours are brighter, bolder and better. The type had an AMAZING upgrade. The feeling of an excellent adventure/fantasy is still encompassed (as well as their poses). I really like the fact that the illustrations still look like photos. Its very realistic.

And might I add that the album is banannas.

LEGO

Futura shows off his latest weapon of choice, the almighty LEGO block. Some of the latest creations include an assault rifle, slices of watermelon, futuristic buildings, a growing red pyramid and to top it all off, a “District 9 Handheld”, built from some of the more technical parts from the LEGO inventory.

I admit to being a big kid and I still play with toys. I like this because I appreciate retro anything. For all those who have ever tried making things out of lego should know that this would be way harder than it looks. I don't have much patience in general so I think this is pretty cool.

If there was a way to turn the smiley face into a pin, I would wear it on a jacket. Maybe some crazy glue would do.

POW WOW

POW WOW took place in Hong Kong. Its an art gallery showing that showcased Britain’s Will Barras, Canadian illustrator Pat Lee and Singpore’s Jahan Lohh. The show was capped off by a live performance with the roster of aforementioned artists as well as YUE Wu and The Pink Amigo who had opened their show the night before.


For me its usually all about bright bold colour and unique design. I amire these artists for their amazing drawing skills. Its one thing to be able to produce amazing art behind closed doors but creating for a crow of watching people, that is amazing.

Not to mention an after party thrown by Verbal Jint and Yoon of Ambush Design. What more could you ask for?

ALEXANDER MC QUEEN WALLET

I like this wallet because its simple yet well designed. The Alexander Mc Queen font/logo is professional and unique. The subtle touches of colour is enough to make it stand out from the average white wallet. The chain is practical and fashionable. This would be great since I always loose my wallet, however, it retails at £275.00.

AMBUSH DESIGN

The Tokyo-based design collective was started in 2002 by VERBAL and YOON. Inspired by the phrase "ANYTHING GOES", they draw ideas from the many creative outlets in Tokyo to produce original designs.

In 2004 they launch the jewelry brand, Antonio Murphy & Astro®. Using 18K gold, platinum, diamonds and other precious stones, they designed their own comical renditions of the mainstream Hip Hop jewelry popular at the time. Their diverse range of fans include celebrities and discriminating buyers alike, in and out of Japan.

I love everything they do because it's very bold, unique and well designed. Their jewelery is designed for "shock value". Their colours are non-conventional. It's very experimental because they use different types of metals, stones and plastics. It's not all about glamourous "bling" they design for shock value, not price.
Even their graphic design is done personally. The comicbook style is very appealing to not only their culture but to all individuals that follow the artistic side of hip-hop culture.
This is one of the many things that I am interested in getting from ambush design.

Min Jae Lee

Min Jae Lee's art is amazing. It is absolutely stunning. The colours. The contrast. The detail.

Fashionista

If I could walk around like this, I really would.

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