We attended the private view for Dean Chalkley - The New Faces (by mistake) it was really inspiring to see this intriguing photography work along with the actual models at the event - in their respectable outfits. A quick game of spot the model was fun and the casual atmosphere made the event different from other private views. See more of Dean Chalkley's work at http://www.deanchalkley.com/.
Check out the new Soupa Look Book - Spring 2010
Van Doesburg - Tate Modern
The Van Doesburg exhibition at Tate Modern is a fantastic example of where our current visual style using bold communicative typography have developed. You can imagine Theo van Doesburg working in this century just as much as in his lifetime (1883-1931). The most exciting works in this exhibition for me were typographical posters of De Stijl movement, and the geometric art forms which created such a distinct look and feel of this period of time - and still now.
Exhibition on at Tate Modern until 16 May 2010
Jenny Holzer - Blue Purple Tilt
After studying Jenny Holzer at university back in 2003, I became interested in the idea of art as a graphic communication. Previous to this, I had viewed art as a self involved pointless media and something in which I personally could not engage with.
The work of Jenny Holzer enabled me to view art as a communication tool in a similar way to graphic design. Her work was recently been on display at the Lightbox in Woking, Surrey. The piece BLUE PURPLE TILT, 2007 which was created especially for the Artist Rooms collection, was a inspiring and visually stunning piece.
“PURPLE TILT, 2007 is a 4m high light installation with panels each measuring 3810x137x1270cm creates an impressive visual presence in the double-height main gallery”. Well worth a visit.
New work from Christie Podioti
Christie Podioti has just produced a series of new screen prints featuring geometric patterns and bold colours - see a selection on her Soupa page and check out her portfolio site for the full series. You can also buy t-shirts and tote bags featuring similar geometric patterns on the Soupa Emporium.
Pass the Pattern
Soupa member, journalist Clare Kelly has launched a new blog focusing on her love of textiles.
With a banner designed by Ok-Jo, she's only just launched and is already busy posting about a diverse range of products, illustration and news – all related to knitting and sewing.
One of her latest posts talks of an upcoming feature on knitting for film and TV and features quotes from Janie Bryant – costume designer for Mad Men.
Let her know if you're up to anything that might fit the bill.
http://passthepattern.tumblr.com/
Follow Clare on Twitter @SoManyNicknames
Honk if you're happy
Soupa met Honk at the All I Want For Xmas fair in December and they've been penpals ever since.
*Well, you know, not actual paper and ink.
So who are Honk and what do they do? This is what they had to say...
"We first met seven years ago on an art course in Canterbury. Here we discovered we shared the same two life long dreams, firstly to design, make and draw curious things for all of the human race to enjoy, and secondly to take the world by stormwith our super free-style Morris dancing routine. So we travelled to London to pursue our ambitions. We enrolled at the London College of Communication where we made ourselves a bit cleverer. Once we had graduated we were lost and jobless inthe big bad world with only our creativity and sewing skills to pull us through. After much idle chitchat and lots of cups of tea, we came up with the idea of Honksville “EUREKA!” The Morris dancing is something yet to be accomplished...
Honksville is a range of fun products that include dolls, badges, bags and cushions. These all revolve around an imaginary character based world where adults can let their inner child come out to play, and children... well they just stay as they are."
And quite right too. Find out more about Honk's lovely products at:
Soupa Emporium is now open!
If You Could : Collaborate
Just been to visit the exhibition If You Could : Collaborate at the A Foundation Gallery, Rochelle School in Shoreditch. What a refreshing experience, it was great to see some original work combining a array of various skill sets and collaborating to create some unique pieces. Amongst the collection the ones which caught my eye was the fun interactive piece about how we use our desk space by Julien Vallée & Nicolas Burrows and the film made by Michael Moloney & John Hooper which was truly beautiful.
Its only on until the 23rd January 2010 so get a shifty on down there and see for yourself! Or check out the website for more info and photos of the exhibition. www.ifyoucould.co.uk/collaborate
Julien Vallée & Nicolas Burrows
Michael Moloney & John Hooper
'Collection of thoughts' on Creative Review's website
Carlos Garde-Martin's - new business card illustration has found it's way on to Creative Review's website click here to have a looksy.
Creative talent on tap
The original home of Soupa - www.Soupa.co.uk has now been updated to come in line with the up and coming shop featuring a design incorporating all of the designers.
Join Soupa on Facebook
We are now on Facebook - come and join us and keep up with any news about the forthcoming online shop (to be launched later in January) and any other news on collaboration and events!
Remember we are also on Twitter!
Soupa Market Success
Check out the pictures from the Soupa Market - http://bit.ly/4wh06H
Take a trip to the SoupaMarket!
Looking for Christmas gifts in the supermarket can be dull. Looking for Christmas gifts in the SoupaMarket however, is anything but...
This one time only event will see members of Soupa sell their wares at the Old Truman Brewery's 'All I Want for Christmas' fair on a collective SoupaStall. This lovely poster has been created by Soupa member Oscar de Castro to promote the event and details who will be providing the goodies!
Expect limited edition screenprints, T-shirts and cuddly critters – all unique and handmade by Santa's Soupa little elves.
If you'd like to come along, then we'd love to see you. See the above poster for details – and be sure to tell your friends!
Pop along to Print Clubs pop-up shop!
/ T /
Are you on Twitter?
Follow us on Soupa: http://twitter.com/okjo_soupa
Go on!
Cockpit Arts - Christmas open studios event
We at Soupa went to the Summer Open studio events and we will definitely be popping this Christmas to pick up some treats for friends and family... i think this is the first Christmassy post!!
Talent House / Oscar de Castro
Oscar de Castro - Soupa Member has recently featured on the website Talenthouse! Talenthouse features one artist every week in the categories film, fashion, music, design, fine art and photography. The featured artists are chosen by the Talenthouse team based on outstanding submissions, involvement, spreading the word, number of views or simply because they think you deserve more visibility.
New Soupa Member/Sheradon Dublin
We are pleased to anounce the addition of a new member to the Soupa Creative Network: Sheradon Dublin. Check out his stunning photography on his Soupa page and his portfolio site.
