When i was interning in New York during the summer of 2002,
I had quite a bit of free time. thus, i took a low-stress continuing ed collage class at Cooper Union.
One of the many odd collages I made during this class.
I spent a good part of the summer rummaging through old used book stores, thrift stores, and avenue flea market.
In case you can't pass up a good book sale:
TASCHEN Warehouse Sale: New York
January 19, 2007 - January 21, 2007
TASCHEN Store New York , 107 Greene Street, NY 10012
Thousands of slightly damaged and display copies from TASCHEN on sale at bargain basement prices, 50-75% off!
3 days only:
Friday January 19th, 11a.m. to 8p.m.
Saturday January 20th, 11a.m. to 8p.m.
Sunday January 21st, 12 to 7p.m.
I discovered the designer Alvin Lustig while working on a school project a few years back. I’ve always been fascinated by how many disciplines he worked within. He designed fabrics, furniture, ads, books, a helicopter.....
Lustig had a short career, only living until 40 years old (1915-1955). But, his wife Elaine Lustig Cohen continues to design to this day.
Link: modern design pioneer
This place opened on St. Mark’s street a few months ago. It was surprisingly good. Great late night snack. I recommend the Mac and Cheese.
Link: bamnfood
I'm so excited for my friend and former colleague who's book cover design is exhibited in this year's AIGA 50 Books/50 Covers.
The show is still up if you are in New York. (I heard its also worth seeing because prominent designers arranged the exhibition)
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About Me:
- Working on:
everything but what I should be doing. - Listening to:
pandora - Reading:
"Perfection" by Julie Metz - Watching:
old episodes of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
