http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=8642276&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=00adef&fullscreen=1 Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery I would guess, let the flood gates open as many will try to capitalize on the Avatar inspired look. Descendants featuring the voice work Whoopi Goldberg is one of those who will try to cash in the greatest all-time grossing movie in monetary terms. The CG animated […]
http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=9679622&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF&fullscreen=1 A day in the life of New York City, in miniature created by Aero Director/ VFX artist Sam O’Hare. What appears to be a miniature set of New York city at work is but a canny collection of 35 000 still photos and fancy camera tricks to give the illusion of small scale objects […]
Logorama is nominated for best short animation for the 2010 Oscars. Logorama examines our daily bombardment of visual ads in our commutes as main characters. Our collective lives are entwined with product placement and association of these universal products and the personification of the corporate identity we perceive of them. The logo has become the […]
Instructables co-founders Eric and Kristy have devised a new contraption idea of combining a treadmill with a desk while you surf. What a great way to keep fit while you chat with your friends on Facebook. The only thing missing in the equation is a small fridge along the treadmill. Tony M.If this article made […]
http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=9338549&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF&fullscreen=1 Adobe Photoshop Cook from Lait Noir on Vimeo. Would life not be better if they resembled some of our favorite computer programs. Adobe Photoshop would be the coolest device in the kitchen as illustrated by Vimeo user Stafania, a recent graduate of the Italian Institute of Design in Milan. Baking cookies with Photoshop is […]
Is this the future of syndicated newspaper strips? With dwindling newspaper sales, cartoonists are finding it harder to sell their products. Many wannabe cartoonists with an internet account create free content and bring down the value of strips found in newspapers. Dan Piraro is perhaps one of the oldest original creators from the 80’s and […]
The International Banana Club located at 16367 Main Street in the city of Hesperia, California is celebrating more than 30 years of banana fun and has spawned many imitators of the original concept. They are always on a drive to get new members. Ten dollars will get you a lifetime membership. The Banana Club is […]
Vlad Artazov can turn nails into pieces of art with subtle bending of his subjects. Tony M.If this article made you think, brought back a memory, or made you see something differently, I’d love to hear from you. Send me an email at sandboxworld@gmail.com. I read every message personally and, with your permission, may feature […]
Ross Berens has compiled the greatest collection of planet posters that would grace any wall with envy. The richly designed poster group of planets titled “Under the Milky Way” is a wonderful gift for any space enthusiast of the celestial sciences. Not to worry Pluto the discarded downgraded planet is among the sun satellites showcased. […]
Giant Robot Magazine needs your help. Advertising money is hard to come by for a niche magazine that is Asian driven. One of my favorite magazines is hanging on for survival by a few strings. The magazine and newspaper industry is suffering big time and with the dawning of the iPad, things are not going […]
Before you head to Hallmark for Vanletine’s Day, you better get a copy of 50 Boyfriends Worse Than Yours. You might be a lucky girl and not have the worst boyfriend in the world or perhaps he is one of them. The affairs of the heart can be messy at best but 50 Boyfriends Worse […]
Tea is quite a unique beverage in many quarters. In North America, the tea party symbolizes a revolution to the old ways of the England and a protest against government. In England it is the symbol of the former colonies and the power welded by the English on the backs of other nations. North America […]