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Josh Spear: I'm a frequent-flyer-mile-collector trying to visit every country in the world, sushi addict that loves omakase and active investor. Since 2004 this site has been a place for me to share highlights from art, culture, technology and global trends that I care about.


Thing Farm Holiday Ornament Card

Posted on December 4, 2006 Under Design

We're big fans of these one-of-a-kind multiple-use holiday cards crafted from real wood veneer by Thing Farm. The front of the card has a removable ornament, and while we only know Christmas day as the best day to travel besides…

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DNA11: Gift Box Edition

Posted on December 4, 2006 Under Art

By now everyone is probably familiar with the borderline genius products from DNA 11, the memorable tag-line is one of our favorties: From life comes art. It's truly an inspiring product, a rare occurrence where art and science meet gracefully.…

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Jose Parla: Cityscapes in Miami

Posted on December 1, 2006 Under Art

We're very, very excited to see Jose Parla's show next week at Spoonfed during our trip to Miami for Art Basel. The exhibition, entitled CITYSCAPES, is Parla's first solo exhibition in Miami (even though he is a Miami Native, now…

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Brand Utopia: Chicago

Posted on December 1, 2006 Under Life

I'll be speaking in Chicago this coming Wednesday, December 6th at Columbia College. I'm currently touring a presentation I've put together with colleague and close friend Aaron Dignan of BrandPlay-- We call it 'An Introduction to the Brand Utopia'. It's…

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From The Vaults: Music Gifts

Posted on December 1, 2006 Under Music

We have been enjoying assembling these 'from the vault' posts in the past week. We figure it's a great way to give you a 'wrap-up' of what we have been posting recently without having to dig through the archives-- just…

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MOMI TEeA Party: Subscription T-Shirts

Posted on December 1, 2006 Under Fashion

Momimomi has quickly become one of my favorite t-shirt companies-- they're designs are always solid, cuts fit me perfect and t-shirt quality impeccable. I was very happy to hear they finally launched a subscription t-shirt program, called the Momi TEea…

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From The Vaults: Art Gifts

Posted on November 30, 2006 Under Art

Art is generally a difficult thing to buy for someone else--but hopefully narrowing down our favorite posters, affordable sculptures and limited-edition prints from the vaults will help make that purchase for friend or family easier. Enjoy! "¢ DNA11: Fingerprint Art:…

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Right Brain Terrain Update

Posted on November 30, 2006 Under Art

We covered the fabulous posters of ironic, witty and maybe even borderline genius designer Frederic Terral of Right Brain Terrain before. The set was titled Alternative Motivational Posters, a refreshing group of imaginative posters that inspired things like confidence through…

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From The Vaults: Sneaker Gifts

Posted on November 29, 2006 Under Fashion

From the timeless classics to wild and limited-edition pieces, sneakers are a big part of our lives. Know someone who would be wildly surprised if you just happen to buy them a pair of the latest JB Classics? Some Royal…

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From The Vaults: T-Shirt Gifts

Posted on November 29, 2006 Under Fashion

T-Shirts, an item of clothing generally reserved for the warm spring time-- but really is a year round necessity. Don't get caught wearing mainstream nonsense this year-- buy independent. We believe t-shirts are wearable art, and here are 11 of…

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