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they say hindsight is 20.20...

...& i couldn't agree more. take these two contrasting subject:

hindsight on historical events:

I'm stoked to check out History Channel's documentary series "America: The Story of Us". From our ever abstracting perceptions of the 21st century, the creation of the US as we know is seems inevitable...a given. This series wipes those thoughts clear, showing that if 1 person chose a different path, 1 battle ended with a different victor...well...all of our pasts & every single present would have quite a different narrative. Can't help but wonder what hindsight our generation is creating today...

click here 2 peep at trailer for America: The Story of Us

hindsight on "pop" success:

B.o.B's airplane vsn ii (x Eminem & amazingly soulful hook by Hayley Williams) takes a fresh spin on the idea that every moment of greatness had a succession of moments before that led to that success...it's a powerful reminder that we have control in creating our own "success" - whatever package that takes on individually; so here's 2 wishing on airplanes...

B.o.B's new album is available today - click here for more info & full lyrics

always,

nic.

almost all grown up...pics from brock's 29th

...great times with great peeps

"beauty lines" - chitown through my eyes

the pics of big cities i personally love best are those that create an intimate, tangible moment; so in my amateur attempt, here are a few pics i took on my recent weekend escape to chitown during some afternoon strolls...

always,

nic.

bags for your vividbraille tee

we've checked out some of the spring handbags & picked out a few to pair up with your vividbraille tee's...

..::for the gentlemen::..

this token duffle caught my eye; functional & liking the worn effect

vividbraille tee pick: works of art

..::for the ladies::..

casual & functional - the portfolio

down for independent leather designer label HAUS leather - sick skills with leather crafting plus finest material used...this is definitely on my "lusting" list

vividbraille tee pick: good bye

out 'n about - canvas bag

i'm digging the canvas feel & contrasting colors on Skinny Vinny's Koda Grey bag

vividbraille tee pick: landlines

laid back night out - wristlet

i'm an avid & loyal HOBO fan & have a version of this wristlet myself...the leather only gets better when used & pockets in the inside are a lifesaver when fumbling through your purse at the end of the night ;)

vividbraille tee pick: contrast

always,

nic

international hip hop - using words for weapons

From the streets of New York in the late 70s to present day, Hip Hop has become a vehicle for spreading political & social message; it's influence has spread across the world. From Cuba to the Middle East to Africa, lyricists are using their words as weapons to spread the social/political messages they're fighting for in a way hip hop can only do - raw, unapologetic & blasted with mind numbing talent. Whether or not the political messages are up my alley, I can only show love for this form of art & expression that holds so much emotion & power...

South America: Estilo Hip Hop - Sacrifices from 3 Hip Hop Trailblazers

Slingshot HipHop - Sundance accredited documentary preaching peace in the Middle East & gender equality

Africa - the assassination of Guinea Bissau's presidential canditate, Baciro Dabo spurred the release of this mixed tape to empower citizens to react to his as well as other recent political assassinations.

links:

more history on the roots of hip hop - click here

estilo hip hop site - click here

slingshot hiphop site - click here

more info on GB Big Up mix tape - click here

always,

nic.

moxsie.com x vividbraille - men's collection

Our Vividbraille shop on Moxsie.com has officially launched; we're excited for our new partnership with Moxsie & hope you enjoy the goods! Vividbraille's garments for men are now available at Moxsie.com...check 'em out! (don't worry ladies...we'll keep you posted on the launch of your items).

to be directed to our Moxsie shop, click here

kicking realism in its ass - James Mylne

Golfers use specific clubs to obtain the most successful shot. Realism artists use specific drawing tools to obtain the most realistic images...but not James Mylne. Arming himself with only a ball point pen (yes....that is all) Mylne creates images that competes with the precision of a camera lens. Kicking realism in its ass, Mylne compares the process of creating his works to "meditation" creating simplistically real images from a complicatedly intricate process of lines, shades & dimensionality with a single toned tool. Still not comprehending the innate talent & skill behind these images? A metaphor then for you sporting enthusiasts: it's the same as a golfer making the PGA tour with a baseball bat.

miss moss

simply - amazing detail

video showing the process behind his work

all city

graffiti-like background + ball point realism = sick, sick, sick

is in his mind

personal favorite...seductive, mysterious & full of meaning

Click here to see James Mylne's photo gallery & additional videos

Check out more works by James Mylne on his website

always,

nic