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"The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls." - Pablo Picasso Art to wear, art to buy, art to see, art to create . . . art for life.

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Beijing Olympic Village: National Aquatics Center

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My all-time favorite dive was performed at twilight by a Hawaiian man who leapt from a cliff while holding a flaming torch in one hand. I am pretty sure we won't see any torches during any of the aquatics events, but I know they will all be thrilling nonetheless. And the venue, also known as the "Water Cube" is, in and of itself, a wonder to behold. (via Beijing 2008)

Updated Jul 28, 2008

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GL Graphic Design: Alphabet Autopsy

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Graphic Design Gabe Lacktman has reviewed the underdog art of graffiti through the lens of typography, creating perhaps the most in-depth body of work I have yet to see on the subject. Contact the artist directly if you are interested in purchasing a copy (or finding out if any are indeed available for sale at this time.)

Updated Aug 3, 2008

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pink: a love courier service - Wicker Park, Chicago, July 26 - August 15, 2008

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What began as an art installation and love note delivery service in Austin, Texas is now on tour and may be coming to your hometown in the near future. Promoting the use of pedal power, this innovative multimedia and moving art exhibit is also open to volunteer riders and factory workers. (via Urban Daddy Chicago)

Updated Jul 28, 2008

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Tenniseum: The Roland Garros Museum

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Providing guided tours of the Roland Garros complex (home of the French Open) as well as a multimedia center and library dedicated to tennis history both past and present, this is an experience dedicated to tennis players and tennis fans the world over. And, so, who will play for the U.S. in Beijing this year ? The women: Lindsay Davenport, Liezel Huber, Serena Williams and Venus Williams. The men: Bob Bryan, Mike Bryan, James Blake, Robby Ginepri and Sam Querrey. Roger Federer (Switzerland) and Maria Sharapova (Russia) will also be present to give us a run for our gold.

Updated Jul 27, 2008

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The Official Dr. Martens USA Store: Silver Print Hongos by Aprille Soons Palmer

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Meet the winner of the 2008 Doc Martens boot design contest ! Sort of a cross between a dragon and a killer wave, these boots have great rebel appeal. Numbered and limited edition, this is wearable art you will most definitely wear out.

Updated Jul 21, 2008

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Morrison Hotel Gallery: In Session At The Columbia Records 30th Street Studio - Photography Exhibit

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This exhibit of black and white prints features musical artists from the Sony BMG archives, including singers, musicians, and conductors. You can view some of the exhibit online or, up close in personal at the gallery beginning Thursday, July 18, 2008. Video may have killed the radio star, but fortunately, it spared the camera in this case.

Updated Jul 16, 2008

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Phoenix Art Museum: Chado Ralph Rucci

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From now through August 17, 2008, the work of Ralph Rucci will be on display within the Kelly Ellman Fashion Design Gallery of the Phoenix Art Museum. Rucci's clothing line, now known as "Chado Ralph Rucci", is a reference to the meticulous serving of tea in the eponymous Japanese ceremony. It is no simple task to create clothing of this caliber. See for yourself why Rucci has earned the honor of membership in the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture.

Updated Jul 15, 2008

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Eames Rocker Print

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As Eames has become a part of the modern design vocabulary, he certainly deserves his own place in the alphabet of architecture. This limited-edition print is a clever and covetable collectible.

Updated Jul 10, 2008

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Beaded Print Brushed Silk Dress by Castle Starr

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A midsummer night's dream gone noir in shimmering black on cream, this cocktail dress bewitches with its flourishing fronds that draw the eye upward to center stage: you !

Updated Jul 5, 2008

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Bas Bleu: Lady Liberty - A Biography by Doreen Rappaport, illustrated by Matt Tavares

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Primarily a picture book, this is the story of how the Statue of Liberty was originally conceived, created and transported to the United States around the time of the 100th birthday of the United States of America. An inspiring story for all of us, particularly when we are, as a country, experiencing economic and moral struggles.

Updated Jun 28, 2008

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