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We revisit Donghyun Son’s King: Michael Jackson Portraits
While this show at Gallery2 in Seoul, Korea has already closed, Donghyun Son’s work deserves a look.
“The show, titled KING, is filled with portrayals of Michael Jackson, done in portraiture. The artist says a turning point in Michael Jackson’s career was the year 1989, when Elizabeth Taylor called him the ‘king of pop, rock and soul’ at the award ceremony for Artist of the Decade. It was then Jackson became a king, coronated by a queen of the entertainment world; this is poignant, considering that in 1989 kings of social rank no longer existed.”
A couple favorites and more explanation after the jump
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Kanye West x Louis Vuitton 2009 Spring/Summer Collection Photoshoot by La MJC
One of Paris’ most well-known cultural drivers, La MJC recently put together a stellar photo and styling shoot involving all the models of Kanye West’s upcoming sneaker collection with Louis Vuitton. The imagery goes a long way in terms of presenting the sneakers in the proper context as well as giving us real-world looks at the models which include The Don, The Jasper, The Mr Hudson.
Via: Hypebeast.com
Farrah Fawcett Remembered
Pop culture and television has exposed alot about society, values etc. Some good some bad, but for the most part when I think of Farraw Fawcett, her role in Charlie’s Angels comes to mind as one of the first images of women I saw in the media . Growing up in the islands, I remember my sister and I running to the television when the theme song for the show came on and being riveted to the screen as these images of stylish women who could kick butt, somehow shaped a little bit of our ideas of who we could be : The strenght , skill, sense of justice, quirkiness with a healthy dose of sexy. The shows were of course re-runs , but as little girls all we saw was the fierceness! On the next page the Farrah Fawcett poster that sold over 12 million copies worldwide.
Via: Highsnobette.com
The 1957 Indianapolis 500 | A Sideways Step into the Unknown of Auto Racing History
After 12 years of chasing victory at the Indy 500, Sam Hanks finally realized his elusive dream in a screamin’ roadster sporting a near horizontal engine designed by George Salih, chief mechanic on the winning #99 Belanger car of 1951. The world was introduced to the “lay-down” style with this history-making roadster chassis design– an engine that was tilted 72-degrees to the right, giving the racer a very low profile of just 21 inches off the ground. Salih found no financial backers for the revolutionary design, so he went it alone and built the innovative engine at his California home. Engine complete, all that was needed was the perfect driver– 42 year old veteran Sam Hanks, the legendary driver who’d come very close to winning the Indy 500 several times joined on to take a shot at history. As it turns out, this would be Hank’s last chance to leave a mark on racing history. The vintage video is rich with amazing sights and sounds that make you feel like you were there– definitely not to be missed.
Via: Theselvedgeyard.wordpress.com
adidas Originals adicolor “My Colorful Life” Videos
Adding another dimension to their adicolor campaign, adidas Originals recently created a series of promotional videos for their “My Colorful Life” Exhibition in Beijing. All feature the brands own take on humor, featuring a variety of different real life situations.
Via: Hypebeast.com
Matthew Willamson Resort 2010
With the ability to mix prints and colors in a way that leaves us constantly charmed take a look at my favorite looks from the Matthew Williamson Resort 2010 Collection. How fantastic is that jumpsuit? More images on the next page .
Via: Highsnobette.com
Novitec Rosso - Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M
Limited to 499 vehicles, the Novitec Rosso tuned Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M pumps out 696 horse power at 512kilo watts hitting top speed of more than 330km/h. If the power stats do not impress you then the body improvements will certainly attract attention with 20 inch wheels, sports suspension, lift system on the front axle as well as body kits and accessories wrapping the Ferrari’s exterior and the interior is definitely not forgotten as well.
At the heart of this monster lies Novitec Rosso’s custom developed Race Bi Compressor engine which is a supercharged 4.3 liter V8 fully equipped with water to air intercooler. This translates to performance improvement that moves this vehicle from stand still to 100km/h in just 3.5 seconds and reaching 200km/h in just 9.7 seconds, while 300km/h mark is achieved in 23.8 seconds. This is a good example of well executed head turning design matched with lethal performance that may just snap some necks.
Via: Freshnessmag.com
Ryan McGinley for Wrangler
A series of Wrangler ads shot by Downtown New York Artist/Photographer Ryan McGinley recently won the grand prize award at tthe International Festival of Advertising in Cannes. The series titled “We Are Animals”, depicts young adults in the wilderness performing animalistic acts. Take a look at the series that won below, and the video accompanying it also.
Via: Slamxhype.com
The Vintage High Life
You see that? That’s “a man’s world” there. Guys out on the town drinking suds and smoking butts in a wood paneled room. Never mind the fact that a few years later our pal Bob (on the left there), probably had a run-in with the old heart disease. At least he has all of those memories of after-work drinking with his good buddy Jack, who seems to be busy chugging that frosty mug. Eventually I bet the fellas loaded into Bob’s 1986 Chrysler station wagon and headed home before their wives got angry.
Via: Acontinuouslean.com
Jeff Koons Sex and Banality Preview (Video)
Yet another video behind the artwork of pop artist Jeff Koons is revealed. This new piece gives viewers a preview of what Koon’s has in store for his latest exhibition entitled Sex and Banality. The Popeye-themed show officially opened today at the Serpentine Gallery in London.
Via: Hypebeast.com
