Tilt Shift Maker

June 16th, 2009 by Evan

This site turns any scenic photo into “tilt shift” style, making real-life scenes look like tiny model photographs. You can control where you want to focus to be, as well as the strength of the blur. I’m pretty hooked on seeing how this turns my average photos into great photos.

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The Cheaper Show No. 8

June 15th, 2009 by Evan

Be sure to be in Vancouver BC on June 21st for the 8th edition of The Cheaper Show. This year 150 international artists, such as Andrew Pommier and Zebra Society, will be  presenting 300 pieces of art each priced at $200. This is such a good way to get your hands on some quality art at a reasonable price.

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Little Pixel covers

June 12th, 2009 by Evan

Little Pixel redesigned classic record covers using 1960′s Pelican book designs. Very cool design mash up!

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Marc Warren Jacques

June 9th, 2009 by Evan

This Portland artist combines inked water textures, geometric shapes and a hint of whimsy. 

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Fiber Arctic

June 9th, 2009 by Evan

Twenty fiber artists are joining up for this fine show at Schmancy on June 12th. I like the stitched invite design!

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Flatcolor

June 8th, 2009 by Evan

A new gallery opened up in Pioneer Square called Flatcolor. Their first show features 2 of my favorite artists, Parskid and 2H. The show will be up all month long so check it out…

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Record Envelope

June 5th, 2009 by Evan

Design inspiration for the day – Record Envelope. This site has an extensive library of 45 record sleeve designs.

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Gimme some Fresh Espresso

June 4th, 2009 by Evan

I’m looking forward to the debut release from Fresh Espresso, Seattle’s new hip hop crew. The production is future flavored on the few songs I’ve heard. Check out the floaty BeeGee’s sample on the track “Big or Small“. Hot fire!!!

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Photo by Griff J

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Erin Morrison

June 2nd, 2009 by Evan

Interesting landscape paintings by Seattle artist Erin Morrison.

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Punk Rock Flea Market

June 1st, 2009 by Evan

Kinoko did the poster for the Punk Rock Flea Market that’s happening June 6th.

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