Camilla d’Errico, a visual artist based out of Vancouver, British Columbia, continually develops her career, exploring new areas and showcasing the elements of her work to a global following. Known for her extraordinary work illustrating for comic books, Camilla has also transferred her creative ability into the design of vinyl and plush toys, including her [...]
Written by: Christopher Gallo, Edited by: Crystal Coburn
Outside of a downtown Toronto (Canada) Starbucks, a young playwright parks his bicycle and enters the coffee shop. As he maneuvers his way into the busy caffeine haven he has a hint of tiredness, but there’s something in his presence that lets you know his enthusiasm is rarely hindered [...]
Introducing: Jared Nickerson, “J3Concepts”
Born and raised in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Jared Nickerson is a freelance illustrator responsible for some unqiue and awesome designs. Discovering an artist in himself at an early age, Jared stuck with his artistic abilities and honed his skills in artistic design. In addition, Jared took the time to educate himself on [...]
Che Kothari dedicates his time to his work as a photographer, filmmaker, managing editor, project manager, event producer, and humanitarian — quite an impressive resumé. Che was born in Guelph, Ontario and moved to Toronto at 17. His photography is centered around portraits captured in such a way that each photo seems to unfold the [...]
Written by: Crystal Coburn
Bryan be. Espiritu: TheLegendsLeague & IdeallClothing
Just when you think you get it, you don’t. Just when you think you know him, you won’t. Welcome to TheLegendsLeague , established by Toronto’s own artist/writer/designer Bryan ‘be.’ Espiritu, and inspired by us since 1981. Don’t get it twisted though because not everyone can make [...]
Chris vonSzombathy is a visual and auditory designer working out of Vancouver. His work incorporates modern social, visual, and economic culture mixed with a focus on referencing products and advertising found in everyday popular culture. vonSzombathy’s work has been displayed in galleries in Canada, the United States, and the UK and he continues to establish himself as “A Fool’s Gold” — his next book — is due out before year’s end. Continue Reading…
While Toronto-based Cory Vanderploeg is deeply immersed in cinematography alongside his career as a photographer, his main focus continues to be shooting fashion. Having worked with clients such as Ford, Next, and Sutherland Models, he has also constructed incredible shots for X-Box, Molson Canadian, and Rogers. Continue Reading…
Montreal-born and internationally prominent DJ A-Trak is one of many mentors involved with Make Something!!, a series of youth creative workshops in partnership with Nike. The Canadian DJ was the head of a music workshop last week, which enabled teenagers in the New York City area to produce a 1-minute musical performance. Continue reading for a video of A-Trak’s music workshop. Continue Reading…
Canadian footwear specialist John Fluevog has collaborated with Nooka to release a limited edition timepiece. The face features a grey Fluevog-inspired angel graphic on a black backdrop. The band is of white leather accented by red stitching. The release is limited to 100 pieces available online through Nooka ($285) or at Fluevog stores in North America. Continue Reading…
Yesterday, Toronto rapper k-os released his follow-up mixtape to Yes! entitled The Anchorman Mixtape. The tape, which features tracks that were cut from his previous album as well as some new material, is hosted by Ron Burgundy, Will Farrell’s character from the cult classic, Anchorman. The tracklist includes a collaboration with Drake on the song “Faith”, and a remix to “Zambony”. Continue Reading…
Situated in Toronto, Group-Two Design — an agile design studio and engine for experimentation and discovery — has developed the LED Chandelier. Made possible by the malleable nature of a particular LED Linear lighting strip that has been cast into translucent resin, the technology has granted Group-Two Design the ability to create the substance of a light fixture using essentially light alone. Continue Reading…
The “Victor” concept bike, created by Montreal-based designer Christophe Robillard, is most notable for its unique frame — a bent, echo-friendly body that requires less tubing. The “Victor” bike is also composed of recycled components and is built following a protocol of green engineering. This minimal approach not only uses less materials, but cuts down on the weight of the bike. Continue Reading…
Yves Laroche Galerie d’art in Montreal will be presenting The Seventh Letter Crew’s first Canadian group exhibition entitled “Will Rise”. The show will feature works from Revok, Push, Norm, Pose, Reyes, and Retna. The art is among the world’s most exclusive, finest graffiti inspired art. Will Rise opens September 1st at Yves Laroche Galerie d’art until September 15th. Continue Reading…
Toronto producer/emcee/songwriter Rich Kidd supplies the production on “We On Some Rich Kidd Shiiiit Volume 4 – The Boiling Point“. The mixtape, which features Canadian recording artists including K-os, Kardinal Offishall, Saukrates, and Shad, is expected to be the most successful release of the acclaimed series. Continue Reading…
Drizzy Drake lends Lil Wayne a hand on “Right Above It”, the first single from Weezy’s I’m Not a Human Being EP availble via iTunes September 27th. While talks have surfaced regarding a joint album featuring the hip hop duo, for now continue reading to listen to “Right Above It” at 1867: Canadian Collective. Continue Reading…