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Poolside with Karine Laval

Christopher Cortez — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 15:43:53 +0000

Pictures are truly worth a 1000 words, stumbled upon these as I was gearing up for Spring 2012. Available at Bonni Benrubi Gallery

Disclaimer: Images in this set were discovered on the world wide web.

Hidden Gems by Mayfourteenth

Christopher Cortez — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 02:34:20 +0000

Tomorrow (06.14.10), our good friend and collaborator Benjamin Belsky is launching a pop-up shop for his new S/S10 handmade eyewear line Mayfourteenth, at 252 Fillmore and Haight Street in San Francisco, CA., and will stay open till (07.14.10). We worked together to print the bespoke wall for the shop (stay tuned for photos). Ben also collaborated with world renowned artist Peter Gronquist to adorn the shop with his incredible gilded weaponry. When sitting down with Mr. Belsky in NYC a couple of weeks ago, I was able to view the entire insane collection. When looking closely at the acetates from Italy, I realized they reminded me of the the stalagmites and stones that one would find in a cave. We then came to an agreement that Ben’s process is somewhat like a cave miner, digging for precious stones and brilliant gems. As a visual study, I pulled together some imagery for a side by side comparison, enjoy. Check out the site www.mayfourteenth.com

Pay $20,000.00 please.

Christopher Cortez — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 21:19:41 +0000

Guy Stanley Philoche and I have been friends since the fifth grade, ever since I can remember his artistic abilities have been so inspirational. We have have managed to stay in touch even though we have pursued completely different disciplines. I am pleased to introduce his new game series, which I am so excited about. I have also included a few pieces from his signature body of work and latest showing at Coleman Burke Gallery New York.

www.philochestudios.com

Sensible Curiosity Up on Battle of the Blogs

Christopher Cortez — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:51:57 +0000

Our sister, visual inspiration (image) blog Sensible Curiosity is up for the Battle this week. Vote for us! Click here for The Battle of the Blogs.

Valencian-Design Live it

Christopher Cortez — Sun, 23 May 2010 05:06:55 +0000

It was nice to see the authentic approach by the Valencian designers, great window. The Valencian Design Showcase celebrates contemporary design from Valencia with an exhibition that includes modern furniture, lighting, flooring and outdoor furniture, during the prestigious New York Design Week and the International Contemporary Furniture Fair. Presented by IVEX -the Trade Promotion Agency of the Valencian Region of Spain.

ddc domus design collection

New York: 181 Madison Avenue

www.valenciandesign.com