Respect to Robert Okine for coming out on my birthday this past September 24th to capture a few frames. It was fun being on this side of the lens again, but I definitely feel more comfortable capturing the image rather than being the subject. I’ll share some more when I get the final hi-res images from RO so stay tuned.
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The nice weather is finally here which means that I can actually take my camera out with no worries. I haven’t been able to document the things I do, so within the next few months I’m hoping to make up for lost time. I’m going to be working on capturing images for our content section documenting the events, travels and behind the scene action that TFC encounters.
Stay tuned.
Here’s a couple shots I’ve done in the past mostly of Toronto’s graffiti scene. Continue reading to check some out.
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Writing a new chapter in the history of photography. The Impossible Project started in October 2008 at the last preserved Polaroid plant in Enschede (The Netherlands) with the aim to save anlog Instant Photography from extinction; today it presented its significant result.
After 17 months of research and development, The Impossible Project announced that it succeeded in its task of re-producing a new analog Instant Film for traditional Polaroid cameras. Containing more than 30 newly developed components, Impossible has now introduced a new, monochrome Instant Film - the PX 100 and PX 600 Silver Shade - and is therewith saving millions of perfectly functioning Polaroid cameras from becoming obsolete (as Polaroid discontinued its instant film production early in 2008).
Supported by Ilford Photo, UK (Harman Technology Limited) Impossible is carrying instant film production into the 21st century and proudly presents a new, artistic instant film material. It produces originals of outstanding, unique and never before seen characteristics, pushing analog Instant Photography beyond all traditional limits. Other than the highly standardized, traditional Polaroid film, the Impossible Films offer a new, broad range of possibilities, fresh characteristics and results.
Celebrating the beginning of a new era of Instant Photography, Impossible these exceptional products will be available online at the Impossible Shop and also at selected premium retail partners all over the world.
Being the only company worldwide capable of manufacturing analog Instant Film, Impossible plans to present its first PX Color Film in summer 2010. Furthermore a Silver Shade as well as a Color Version of the larger Integral Instant Film format for usage in all Polaroid Image/Spectra/1200 cameras is planned. In total, Impossible‘s schedule is to present 6 new Instant Film formats within 2010.
What makes this additionally exceptional is that Impossible has beyond that started collaborations with international photographers (The above image is courtesy of Jake Chessum), who were invited to work with the new film material and therewith created a base for The Impossible Collection – a growing archive of contemporary Instant Photo- graphy artworks. Furthermore, the supporters of The Impossible Project recently placed a binding offer to purchase the International Polaroid Collection, located in the Musée de l‘Elysée, Lausanne. Impossible‘s intention is not only to preserve and protect this unique collection from being sold in parts, but also to re-open and expand it by providing the new Impossible film materials to contemporary artists.
A grand Impossible Project‘s Space, hosting a shop as well as a gallery, will open on April 30, 2010 at 425 Broadway in New York City – celebrating the magic and the bright future that analog Instant Photography is now facing.
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Originally the focus of this post was solely going to be placed on the American Menswear Fashion Book, but after I found out it was published by Assouline the direction changed.
This publishing house has or the past 15 years created fine illustrated books, luxury editions and an exquisite gift line dedicated to fashion, photography, art and design. Renowned for their highly original graphic concept, Assouline books are a work of art that capture culture and brings it to life. The spirit and ’savoir faire’ of these works have contributed to the creation of a unique and eclectic, chic and elegant brand that is immediately identifiable.
They’ve published books about and by the best: Chanel, Dior, Van Cleef & Arpels, Balenciaga, Chloé, Yohji Yamamoto, Marc Jacobs and soon Pierre Cardin. You get the idea.
Now, In the same series as the bestselling American Fashion and American Fashion Accessories, Assouline and the Council of Fashion Designers of America present American Fashion Menswear, the most authoritative and exciting book to date on the evolution of menswear in our country over the past century. From the outset, America was settled by individualists and adventurers who severed ties with the old world to find their destiny in an unknown land, a separation that opened the way for change in a less stratified society. To survive the challenges of a new environment, the American man needed garments that were functional and well-designed, qualities that continue to endure at the very heart of American menswear. From Levi Strauss to the Ivy League, lounge suits to Zoot suits, cowboys to counterculture, American Fashion Menswear celebrates the quintessentially American themes that are emulated throughout the world of fashion, as well as the designers and style icons who have made lasting contributions to the way men dress.
A must have for the coffee table of any self respecting fashion aficianado.
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Kid Cudi was featured in this years Bape catalogue for their 2010 Spring/Summer collection. He is quite the busy man at the moment considering he’s working on a new album, playing a supporting role in the TFC’s favourite HBO series How to Make it America and his constant touring. Continue reading below to check out his interview and some more shots from the catalogue.
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Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion, and Architecture documents the iconic French luxury brand’s collaborations with leading international artists, architects, designers, and photographers.
David LaChapelle worked hand in hand with many other well know photographers to put together this book. This collection is jammed with amazing photography as well as editorials from a who’s-who of contributors in the fashion and art world.
Here’s a look at the most recent shoot with our sniper of a shooter Arkan. Red dots. All hits. No misses.
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