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When Outrageous Was Possible from Petrolicious on Vimeo.
Petrolicious creates quality, original videos and articles for classic car enthusiasts. They celebrate the inventions, the personalities, and the aesthetics that ignite their collective lust for great machines. They are fans and fanatics, collectors and racers.
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A Last Look at the WTAPS Atelier
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Imagine a single family whose members are all passionate about the exact same thing — that’s the environment any visitor would feel once they step foot inside the Jingumae Tokyo location of the WTAPS atelier. The large-by-any-standard studio houses the possessions and interests of WTAPS designer Tetsu Nishiyama, most of which have been influential in his designs throughout the brands extensive history. The majority of Tetsu’s items found within are daily-use artifacts, such as one of his custom-tuned motorcycles, his BMX and select skateboards, but with the exception of his massive CD, DVD, magazine and print collection to which he can reference if necessary. A drawing table, custom designed and made for the company, is centralized to promote an open-minded creative atmosphere through easy accessibility. The staff in the back room are able to concentrate on precision pattern-making, while the personnel in the main room are given ample desk space alongside the commander with no intimidating walls or doors separating them. Perhaps the most impressive showcase of camaraderie is during lunchtime, when the meals are collectively made in the common kitchen and eaten together every day of the week with no exceptions made. Such ideas of togetherness help solidify the qualities inherently found in the final products released by this near-literal family brand. In the very near future, WTAPS is slated to move offices, closing a chapter on one of it’s most important pieces of brand DNA.
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Conference of Cool.
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The World’s Highest-Paid Models of 2013
The World’s Highest Paid Models 2013
1. Gisele Bündchen ($42 million)
2. Miranda Kerr ($7.2 million)
3. Adriana Lima ($6 million)
4. Kate Moss ($5.7 million)
5. Liu Wen ($4.3 million)
6. Hilary Rhoda ($4 million)
7. Carolyn Murphy ($3.6 million)
8. Joan Smalls ($3.5 million)
9. Candice Swanepoel ($3.3 million)
10. Lara Stone ($3.2 million)
Previous Year (2012)
1 – Gisele Bundchen – 45 Mio USD
2 – Kate Moss – 9.2 Mio USD
3 – Natalia Vodianova – 8.6 Mio USD
4 – Adriana Lima – 7.3 Mio USD
5 – Doutzen Kroes – 6.9 Mio USD
6 – Alessandra Ambrosio – 6.6 Mio USD
7 – Miranda Kerr – 4 Mio USD
8 – Lara Stone – 3.3 Mio USD
9 – Carolyn Murphy – 3.5 Mio USD
10 – Candice Swanepoel – 3.1 Mio USD
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The Mystery of Flying Kicks
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The Mystery of Flying Kicks from Closer Productions on Vimeo.
Murder, sex, drugs, art, politics… sneakers hanging on telephone lines have become a powerful urban symbol, inspiring genesis theories both hilarious and sinister. In an effort to get to the truth once and for all we asked the people of earth to help us solve this mystery. Using an on-line call out and a phone message bank, this documentary was made entirely from donated photographs, phoned-in theories, video, vlogs, and animation.
The Mystery of Flying Kicks is the result of a unique digital collaboration between the filmmakers and the international public.
Directed by Matthew Bate
Watch Matt’s feature Documentary ‘Shut Up Little Man! – An Audio Misadventure’ – on demand on VIMEO – vimeo.com/66795363
Official Site: flying-kicks.com
Facebook – like us!: facebook.com/closerprods
WORLD PREMIERE – SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST 2010
WInner Best Short Documentary: MELBOURNE Film Fest 2010 // DOC EDGE NZ 2010 // CURT DOC SPAIN
Official Selection: Edinburgh Film Fest// Sheffield DocFest // Sydney Int // Brooklyn // CPH:DOX
Produced by Viron Papadopoulos
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ARTST TLK: Daniel Lanois & Pharrell Williams at Home in the Studio
Daniel Lanois invites Pharrell Williams into his Los Angeles home to talk about learning from legends like U2, Bob Dylan, Brian Eno, Peter Gabriel and the Neville Brothers and his ongoing experimentation with sound. From recording in castles and barns to collaborating with Billy Bob Thornton, they discuss the storied career that led Rolling Stone to name him the most important producer of 80s.
ARTST TLK
Pharrell Williams’s progressive take on the talk show format. Explore the motivations & inspirations of some of the world’s most creative people.
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Pirelli Previews its 50th Anniversary Calendar for 2014
Known to many as the fifth largest tire manufacturer in the world, Pirelli is perhaps even more well-known outside of the automotive industry for its infamous annual calendar. Nearly impossible to obtain – just 20,000 copies are printed per year, each going to those on an exclusive VIP list – the famed tradition has previously featured the work of photography heavyweights like Brian Duffy, Herb Ritts, Annie Lebovitz, Mario Testino, and Steve McCurry while a bevy of super models have graced its glossy pages. Now, as the calendar gets set to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2014, Pirelli has teamed up with Patrick Demarchelier and Peter Lindbergh to shoot the commemorative edition of the publication. Completed in New York City this summer, the upcoming release features the likes of Miranda Kerr, Helena Christensen, Alessandra Ambrosio, Karolina Kurkova, Alek Wek, Isabeli Fontana, and more. Enjoy the behind-the-scenes shots above and stay tuned for a full look at the calendar, which is set to be unveiled in Milan later this fall.
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A Closer Look at the Concepts x ASICS Gel Lyte III “Three Lies”
Can you introduce yourself and what you do?
My name’s Deon and I work for Spungie. Aside from that, I handle buying duties, manage the shop and assist with creative from time to time.
What’s the story behind this collaboration?
The story is more so a direct interpretation of an iconic statue based in Harvard Yard. The statue is labeled “Three Lies,” which coincides with the ASICS Gel Lyte III model we chose.
How would you describe Concepts’s approach to footwear design?
We always search for true inspiration and not just a reason to throw colors on a shoe. At the same time the project should always be beneficial to both parties involved. We’ve turned down our share of collaborations for the sake of it just not feeling right for us.
Why did you guys settle on Statue of the “three lies” concept?
We always prefer to have an idea to base our concepts off of. This statue represented more than just colors to us. The actual “Three Lies” aspect of it tied everything together for us. We also knew the colors and blocking would be easily translated through design.
What are your thoughts on the current trends in footwear design?
You mean recycling ideas on other models? We strictly focus on the road ahead so that’s really of no concern to us.
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Marc Ecko, Bobby Hundreds, jeffstaple and Johnny Cupcakes Speak at Agenda Emerge
AGENDA Emerge, powered by Group Y is a creative and brand building conference featuring today’s most iconic creative directors, industry leaders and entrepreneurs in the youth marketplace. A highly curated platform where industry insights and business intricacies are shared.
SPEAKERS:
• MARC ECKO – founder & Chief Creative Officer of Marc Eckō Enterprises & Complex Media
• BOBBY HUNDREDS – Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of The Hundreds
• JEFF STAPLE – Founder of Staple Design and Reed Space
• JOHNNY CUPCAKES – Founder of Johnny Cupcakes
• Hosted by Jon Buscemi
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The 22 Steps of Constructing a New Era 59FIFTY Cap
New Era‘s Japan branch recently gave us a look at the 22 steps involved in constructing one of their signature 59FIFTY caps. Throughout the process we see the material slowly take shape until it becomes one of the brand’s fitted caps featuring an embroidered logo and a stitched New Era flag. Branded taping and a moisture-absorbing sweatband line the interior.
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The Motivation: Skateboarding Documentary Trailer
Eight of the world’s best pro-skateboarders prepare for the upcoming Street League Championship in NYC. Each equally talented, they all must overcome unique challenges – family pressures, injuries, money, fame and their own internal struggles – for a chance to win $200,000 and the title of best street-skateboarder in the world.
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