Archive for the tidbits Category

Fascinating to see how far back researchers were toying around with these ideas. Probably because they are more universal and “obvious” than most think.

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hobo nickels


Yes, hobo nickels. File this under obscure art forms. Carving artwork into nickels is something I hadn’t thought of, and may put on my long list of things to try out.

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USSR constructivist poster art from the 20’s.

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IBM circa late 40’s.

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Step on over to Robert Sabuda’s website for a pop-up book fix. Especially interesting is his sneak peak gallery where you get to see some of the concepts and mock-ups.

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Shot from sewing catalog from the 50’s. “Pattern Drafting & Grading” – Women’s and Misses’ Garment Design.

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Free us from decades old computer input devices…

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some nice engrish advertising and t-shirts from this site. Much irony..