posted by
JoseCK on 2012.01.19
55DSL's brilliant Studio 55 project returns with a band. Taking place in the brand's new flagship space at Boxpark Shoreditch, London's coolest new pop up mall, the 'FiftyFiveDSL Friends & Family' show will act as a brilliant introduction to all things 55DSL, as well as giving the local creative an insight into the opportunities the Studio 55 project offers to aspiring creatives. The 'FiftyFiveDSL Friends & Family' show will showcase some of the finest examples of Studio 55 work from the past few years with Gavin Watson, The Dead Sea Mob, and Bec and Luke taking over the brilliant...

posted by
JoseCK on 2011.11.24
Tonight sees the private view of David Walkers fantastic solo exhibition 'Brides on Fire' at the Rook & Raven Gallery. Working in portraiture, painting freehand and using only spray paint, David's work has been exhibited in the UK and Internationally and aims to challenge preconceptions about fine art and urban art painting within the gallery confines and the public domain. A formidable painter with a radical approach that blurs the boundaries of street and fine art, there is sure to be something here for everyone. An installation of all spray cans used in Davids work will be on show to...

posted by
JoseCK on 2011.11.10
55DSL X STUDIO 55 PRESENT 'INVADERS OF THE LOST MASKS' The final ever Studio 55 event at 55DSL's Newburgh Street store promises to continue the projects rich history in supporting emerging artistic talent. This time Bec Dennison's unique illustrative style will juxtapose the work of graphic artist Luke Embden, in one of the most immersive collaborations to date. The walls, ceilings and floor of the store will be daubed in both artists unique styles as they fight for space in an exploration of light vs dark, and bring irony and humour to the dark and surreal. The showcase will...

posted by
JoseCK on 2011.11.01
In the spirit of Movember, Supremebeing have just dropped their range of 'Natasha' T's, so that even if you can't grow a 'tash you can still wear the T Shirt. Available in the brands exceptionally soft cotton and cut to Supremebeing's exacting standards, the Natasha T's mean you can rest safe in the knowledge that you'll be sporting a good tash for Movember. So if you're not as hirsute as your fellow Mo Bros or are blessed with a Y chromosome, Supremebeing have you got you covered. Available from today (November 1st) from www.supremebeing.com ...

posted by
Wincey on 2011.10.28
New Era, the international lifestyle brand with an authentic sports heritage, is pleased to announce that after an international search for the creative minds of tomorrow, a winning entry by 23-year-old Lina Al-Amoudi from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, has been chosen and will be awarded the £10,000 bursary to assist in launching her chosen artistic career. Her design will now go on to feature in a touring gallery exhibition and be published in a limited edition New Era Introducing book along with the other 79 finalists. After being presented with a blank canvassed 59FIFTY and asked to unleash her...

First time I came into Canoe to meet with Emmeline about beginning my relatively short work experience, I pretty much just wished half of it was in my wardrobe (the other half being menswear). When I was told at uni to find work experience related to my degree I pretty much chose to do the opposite, as I'm doing Fashion Textiles: Print, and Canoe is PR, but I feel like I've benefited so much more by working with the clothes and their clients rather than just machining dress fronts all day like others on placement. The first week I was...

This landed on my desk last week: That's right. 'Tis a thing of beauty. Don't get me wrong, issue 00 was good but this one is, for want of a better word, FAT. It's literally twice the size of the first issue. Twice the size - twice the content. Chock full of insightful, original interviews and stunning photgraphy, expect the pages to be filled with the likes of Erykah Badu, Mr. Cartoon, 13th Witness and other purveyors of creative excellence. I won't spoil it for those wanting to pick it up, but let me just put up one more picture......

posted by
JoseCK on 2011.01.20
Following on from the roaring success that was Gavin Watson's 'Neville' exhibition at Studio55, the man behind some of the most iconic and enduring images of the 80's skinhead movement is bringing his innovative brand of photography to Brighton's Magnum Opus gallery. Sure to draw a crowd from Brighton's burgeoning arts scene this is one not to be missed. For all the deets check out the flyer below. ...

One thing you can always count on with 55DSL, is the streetwear brand's alway on-point collaborations. And this one is pretty much up there with the best of them. 55DSL have teamed up with the original music television network - MTV - and 6 different artists to design and create 6 bespoke t-shirts. Each one represents one of the 5 senses. And the 6th? The 6th will represent 55DSL's special 5.5th sense - an as yet unexplored sensory experience. Where MTV come into all this, is that the global network has teamed each artist with different motion design studios...

Well, check out what just arrived at Canoe: More info on these beauties soon. Keep your eyes peeled. http://mattsewell.co.uk...
