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Pentax K-x Limited Edition Robotic Colors

michelle — Wed, 19 May 2010 11:00:00 +0000

The new Pentax limited edition camera is off the chain. This camera would complete my collection perfectly…hmmm these are only offered in Japan and offered at the low price of ¥110,000.00. Maybe I’ll wait for v2.

via Geek Stuff 4 U

Raiders Fan Photo Contest: A Success

melaniewilliams — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:28:47 +0000

Last week we (Artistic Hub) launched a Fan Photo Contest for the OAKLAND RAIDERS. We know the Raiders have fanatical fans and we were excited to allow them to post their own photos and vote on their favorites. They have truly shown their support for the team because the traffic and submissions have been through the roof! GO RAIDER FANS!

Do you know someone that’s a part of the Raider Nation? Tell them about the contest.

HOW IT WORKS:

1. Submit a photo of you in all of your Raider glory.

2. Vote! The winner is based on public votes, so tweet, post and promote.

3. WIN – new winners announced every Wednesday so get started…
The team offers great prizes including a game football signed by Shane Lechler, tickets to the games and RAIDERS Gear. New Prizes every week. Check it out!

WHY IT WORKS:

The first 24 hours: 180 Photos Submitted / 100,000 votes

Today – Day 11: 915 Photos Submitted / 555,000 Votes

Fan Engagement… it works! Go Team Hub!

OH, also check out this interesting post from Patrick Dillon about Why Most Contests Don’t Work.

Pantone iPhone Case *gift idea

melaniewilliams — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:00:04 +0000

Check out this new iphone case from Pantone! They offer it in 6 classic Pantone colors with an option for a custom message and logo on the back. Love it!

Choose your color > Shop

“Go Forth” – cool video by Levi’s

melaniewilliams — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:00:38 +0000

Levi’s new commercials are beautiful little videos promoting their brand and new creative contest. I found myself engaged as I came across this commercial in between some political rant and a makeup advertisement. Very creative Levi’s.

Dead Fly Art

michelle — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:59:12 +0000

Disturbing, hilarious and very random images of dead flies doing various activities from Magnus Muhr. Couldn’t love it more.

(via Acidcow.com)

Keyboard Pants – take it on the go

melaniewilliams — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:33:08 +0000

Whoa. Really? A working keyboard built into your pants? Take your work on the go with speakers on your knees, a mouse in your back pocket and a joystick for the gamers.
Designed by Erik De Nijs

(via Yanko Design)

Masks by Shin Murayama

michelle — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:00:51 +0000

These masks from Shin Murayama are right up my alley. A little bit disturbing, beautifully made & accompanied with a touch of sadness. You can purchase them through I Don’t Like Mondays and 50% of proceeds go to Designers Against Aids. I love love love the “The Beast Within” and “Sock Eater.” Which one is your favorite?

(via Design Milk)

Learn Photoshop shortcuts in a snap!

melaniewilliams — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:58:52 +0000

Buy this cover for your mac keyboard and become more efficient with your design programs. They are available for all mac laptops and desktops. Making life easier… I want it. Get yours here.

Tracy Chapman – LIVE MUSIC does a body good

melaniewilliams — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:04:24 +0000

I went to the Tracy Chapman concert at Humphrey’s By the Bay in SD last night. The venue is awesome, with fold-out chairs gathered on grass, the bay on one side and the stars above. Ten feet away from the audience is the harbor with sailboats where people gather to get a glimpse of the concert. The sun sets with the girls and I enjoying a drink and listening to Tracy belt out her lyrics with such ease. She seemed so casual, like it was effortless. After the show I couldn’t play any other music or TV show because I didn’t want to taint my ears, and I fell into the deepest sleep I’ve had in a while. Live music does a body good.

You have to check out her new CD (even though I’m partial to the oldies) and her new website which is interactive and fun. It starts as a white coloring book and it let’s you choose your color and paint the scene. Each web page offers a new scene to color and is a metaphor for her new CD “Bright New Future.” Let’s all see what impact we can make on the world.

www.tracychapman.com

Seeing in color

melaniewilliams — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:44:33 +0000

These beautiful illustrations by Rafa Jenn show the importance of value and hue. Made entirely of squares and 1/4 circles, we can still see the face in the picture. I love to see a new take on classic art.

(via NOTCOT: World Famous Junkies)