Steel Wheels Show Rolling in Labor Day Weekend

Thank you, guardian angels of Atlanta Hip Hop, for bringing the homie Mendez to Atlanta from Miami a few years ago
because with him came a smorgasbord of B-Boy grit .

His brainchild, Mad Clout, is multi-media hot shit. They design clothing, host B-boy and B-girl get-downs for the whole fam, and sponsor several graff shows, including Steel Wheels, taking place here in Atlanta for the third year. The show will showcase some of the world's greatest artists, all inspired by the wonderful world of the railroad.

Get more info and see video from Miami's 2010 show on Mad Clout's site.


Young Blood is a proud sponsor of the event so plan on seeing us there!

Love,
Mags

Remember to look up!

I always try to remind myself of that. There are beautiful things up there.

Were any of you far enough away from the city to see the meteor shower the other night?

I was desperate to see it- went out onto my balcony on North Ave every 10 minutes hoping to catch even the faintest glimmer, but no luck :( A big shock, I know. damn city lights.

Apparently, this shower, Perseids, happens every august and can produce up to 60 per hour.

Don't worry, there's a "very reliable" shower in December, and you can bet I'll be as far away from the city as possible this time. Montagnes, if I'm smart!

(This is a composite image of some of the meteors from August 11th. Thanks NASA)

Although I didn't get to see the shower, I did get to hear it. NASA had a live meteor audio feed (yes, I realize that I'm revealing just how much of a nerd I am), and I listened for about 10 minutes. When they break the atmosphere they sound like high pitched flute notes.

Check it out!

http://www.nasa.gov/connect/chat/perseids_2010.html

On a random side note, I participated in a MRI today, for a cancer research study. It was a study of brain function in normal adults compared to brain function in adults who had brain tumors as children. Before I went in, everyone I know was telling me I was going to be all freaked out because it was so closed, and it was loud, scary, etc.

On the contrary, I could have stayed in there all day!

I had this helmet with a mirror strapped to it, that showed me a computer screen, and for a little while I imagined I was an astronaut and it was awesome! Of course, I'm sure this was nothing like a space shuttle, but you know, can't blame a girl for dreaming :)

So, let's explore the new things in the shop, in honor of Perseids,

and my daydream space adventure!

Science Journal, Ex Libris

This new Stone & Honey necklace reminds me of

earth(maybe moon?) core samples!

New Happy Family Astronaut onesies!

Necklace by Raw Honey. Constellation-ey. (Maybe, a stretch with the constellation thing, but it's too pretty to leave out!)

New print by, Callisto, by Jessica Swift!

Good Night!

R

HOORAY FOR NEW ART!

Well I just wanted to say what a great show Living Walls put on last night at Eye drum. It was really exciting to see all this really great big work from artists from all over the world! I was blown away-I hope all you out of town artists enjoyed our city and thanks for all the great work you left behind!

Keep a look out on Thoughtmarker-Mike's been documenting all the art around the city-I can't wait to take a look at all the pieces I haven't been able to locate yet.




and

old english vs MLK

Thanks OE for letting MLK rock his own wall.
xo Kelly

Harlequin and the Hare

Our August 7th opening of Harlequin and the Hare includes two inspiring artists, Ruth Marks and Sarah Watts! A collaboration of Watts' dainty paintings and Marks' intriguing blank faced characters becomes a whimsical show when brought together. Come see Michigan artist Ruth and native Atlantan Sarah in a circus of color and pretty faces before the closing night of the show August 29th.

More photos from the opening and of the artists' enchanting pieces here!

books, zines, and art (oh my)

Happy [almost Saturday], guys!

I've been on the road all day, and am just now able to catch a breather in front of the laptop. After spending a few days at the beach, during most of which I was sick, I had the privilege of being a backseat driver rather than the one behind the wheel. The sick card was successfully and shamelessly pulled in order to avoid 6 hours of driving. It was nice to be able to read a book and a magazine instead of fighting sleep up front; and let me go ahead and confess that I just bought 3 books from Barnes and Noble, and am currently in the midst of David Foster Wallace's Broom of the System.

I was drawn to the book by its cover, illustrated by Duke Riley.

Although not many novels, Young Blood always has some fun, artistic books in stock, including titles such as Young, Sleek, and Full of Hell. We have a huge stockpile of Ex Libris journals, which are made from used books of all kinds, so you can write your own story or memories.

We also always have zines and magazines on hand, with kitschy zines like "Sky Mall" and "Everybody's Book of Kittens" by Gemma Correll, and mags like Art Papers for your art-lusting pleasure.

One of Gemma's cute cat illustrations.

Enjoy your weekend everybody, and go read a book!

Steph

FRIDAY THE 13TH!

Every year (give or take) when Friday the 13th rolls around tons of tattoo shops do lucky 13 tattoos.. and for only $13! This year our friends at Only You Tattoo are doing some!

Here's how it goes:

Open 11AM-Midnight (13 HOURS OF TATTOOING)

First come- first served!

There will be a waiting list- no appointments

These are the only choices of tattoos available for the day and the only available at OYT!

There will be a drink special next door at Tin Lizzy's for anyone that gets tattooed!

$13 + $7 tip= $20 TATTOO

Cash Only!

So come out! Get a little something special :)

xo, jen

Sneak Peak of Next Month's Show: Sanithna Phansavanh!

I have an especially good feeling about this next show. Sanithna's work is based on superstitions around the world, something we Southerners have definitely contributed to.

In Sanithna's own words, from his blog, The Prince and the Thief:

“Knock on Wood” explores superstitions, charms, and talismans. Drawings and paintings, inspired by beliefs from around the world, catalogue various actions, thoughts, and objects that attempt to relieve fear and uncertainty.

My brothers-in-arms, Modern Skirts, will be giving a very special and free performance. Trust me, they are homegrown, bona fide rockstars. Ask them about opening for R.E.M.

The soundtrack for the gallery viewing will be provided by my friend Alex Goose. Some of you folks may know him better as the guy who created The Blueprint 3 Outtakes, music that Jay-Z (unbelieveably) did not use on his last album.

A special project with my long-time buddy Tim Haught and his StreetLocal folks, one of Atlanta’s highly respected brands, will be released that night. I dare you to find something new and grand that they don’t already know about.

Also, keep your eyes peeled for some goodness from my-sister-from-a-different-mister, Dehanza Rogers, aka her celluloid self. When she’s not being Documentary Filmmaker Champ, you can find her in UCLA’s über-elite MFA Film Program.

Love and black cats 'til next Wed,
Maggie