A new project designed for Incase, aimed at delivering artistically embellished Apple® products to users who have an appreciation for the creative arts and technology. All artists are carefully chosen by Arkitip for dedication to their respective art forms and unique points of view.

This selection of products will be available exclusively through Apple’s top tier retail locations. We will also make a limited amount of the Curated line available for sale at Arkitip, Incase and better boutiques.

Our first product offering is a MacBook sleeve with artist Craig Costello, a.k.a. KRINK or KR.

Available in two sizes: MacBook 13 In. (Compatible with PowerBook 12 In. & iBook 12 In.) and MacBook Pro 15 In. (Compatible with PowerBook 15 In. & iBook 14 In.)

For the launch there will be a video element to accompany the release of the product line. Similar to what we do with the Chronicles, the video will give the viewer a closer look at the personalities involved in creating this new product program.

Curated by Arkitip launches on the 15th of July 2008.

New York (Chinatown Newswire) — Due to numerous requests by our readers, the Newswire today features a series of photographs detailing the CSC Clubhouse in Vienna.

The club’s famous flag was proudly hoisted in the window of the entranceway.

The main wall featured custom wallpaper, framed CSC jerseys and a sequence of photographs.

Main wall detail, featuring the 2005 CSC Fanatic team jersey.

Main wall detail, featuring the official CSC Austrian tour jersey designed by Justin “Crazy Legs” Fines.

Detail of the official CSC wallpaper designed by Dan “The Danimal” Funderburgh.

The CSC shrine, featuring a photo of the current squad, trophies and other club regalia.

The customized CSC foosball table.

Close-up view of the foosball table.

The CSC Top Sala on display in Vienna.

The Torwall utilized an image of CSC keeper Papi Lopez and was an extremely popular destination.

Meanwhile, the Photowall featured the official CSC fan club.

The giant outdoor banner brought the grittiness of the CSC’s Forsyth Road ground to Vienna.

The CSC amphitheater filled up every night.

Finally, rows of CSC posters leading into the Viennese subway.

When I’m not able to ride my bike in certain mountains and on certain trails I come back and run the trail. It allows me to explore places that I couldn’t see on my mountain bike. I got a pair of New Balance MT-800’s and I was sort of stunned to see that the shoe was made in the USA. I try to buy products that are manufactured in the USA as much as possible (it’s not a pride thing, it’s a environmental and economic thing). I was pleasantly surprised cause I just assumed all shoes/sneakers were made overseas. I did a little more digging on New Balance and found a video that talks about this as well.

Besides the Made in the USA tag the shoes perform amazing but this isn’t the place to talk about that. Overall, good design.

(edit: I know some of the materials come from overseas)

Lucky me! Walking in Bricklane, London and found that NECKFACE
piece for my collection. woohoo!

Something’s cooking over at Incase with Ari and P-Rod… I wonder.

One year ago today was Mike’s wedding. His wedding was great and very heartfelt! It was in the middle of all the Mash premiers and I was surprised that he was able to hold it all together. A year goes by fast. I am glad we have became friends over the years! It was a pleasure working with you, on Mash, and celebrating your wedding together. Happy anniversary Mike and Michele!


— bennygold

I have this additional Mexico City piece that I had started for my Culver City show but didn’t finish it in time, it was never exhibited. It’s another of my skyline style pieces.

This new print is available from Arkitip today.

New York (Chinatown Newswire) — Thanks to the unblinking eye of Justin “Crazy Legs” Fines, the Newswire proudly presents a sequence (see below) of Dan “The Danimal” Funderburgh’s impromptu breakdancing performance on the shiny marble floor at Duesseldorf International Airport.

Most readers of the Newswire will recall that the CSC delegation got stranded in the German city for several hours both on its way to and from Vienna, courtesy of the incompetent hacks at Air Berlin.

To celebrate its 75th anniversary, LACOSTE has commissioned 11 Berlin artists to create artworks inspired by the brand’s iconic 12.12 polo and crocodile logo.

Marok’s display happens to be one of my favorites…

New York (Chinatown Newswire) — The sixth and final installment of Coach Stochl’s Austrian tour diary takes a look back at three of the many epic days and nights of the Chinatown Soccer Club’s summer tour.

Peter “The Beard” Sutherland enjoys a quiet moment during the club’s boot camp at the idyllic Wolfgangsee.

Charlie Becker stands firm in the eye of the storm while Germany battled Turkey in the background.

A slightly intoxicated Zach “Kormega” Korman poses for Coach Stochl’s camera after a boozy last night in Vienna.

New York (Chinatown Newswire) — In the penultimate round of Coach Stochl’s Austrian tour diary, the Newswire presents a glimpse at two of the CSC manager’s Viennese scouting trips.

Only hours after touching down in the Austrian capital, Coach Stochl and CSC legend Charlie Becker witnessed a riveting match between hosts Austria and their northern neighbors Germany.

A few days later, the CSC manager took a closer look at Austrian legend Toni Polster after his club’s friendly match against Viennese side H-Town.

I love to receive beautiful envelopes by mail, promising great content. Thanks to Amber B for her new zine, The story of Cilia the Eyelash.

The 19th annual competition received 2,194 entries from 46 countries. It is set to end on the 6th of July. Students compete with professionals for top honors.

Photo: AFP

And Valverde takes Stage 1. With no prologue this year and no times bonuses, Le Tour is starting it off a bit different. Though, Alejandro Valverde came out to show he is serious about his run for the Maillot Jaune. I know Garrett and myself were both super excited to see him come and take this stage. We shall see how he continues on through the month.

And for those that are all about aesthetics when it comes to bikes, the National Spanish Road Champs paint job is looking very nice on his Prince.

// Jonathan

Call it coincidence or who knows what, but the same day Yorgo pointed out the Ascète watch a couple of weeks ago, Pierre wrote telling me about his latest installation for Knoll, which took place during Designer’s Days in Paris last month, again in collaboration with EEM. Here are a few images I wanted to share but never got around to.

One of my favorites - Scott Amron: electrical engineer, designer, conceptual artist, inventor and founding principal of Amron Experimental.

Arguably one of the coolest guys ever born. Championed quite possibly the greatest band of all time and them went on to build a solo and producing legacy. Every member of the Clash should be on this list and this guy leads the charge.

Grand Master Flash is hands down the king of all DJs. I know that that is a pretty commercial, obvious thing to say, but just because homie is oversaturated and commercialized now does not detract from the fact that across talent, ingenuity, pioneership, and overall taste and style, Flash had and has it all. Louis Vuitton Luggage ads. He rankst as best dressed. This photo says it all. The survivor of the old school and continually has been the spokesperson for all things Hip-Hop.

Rick Rubin was and still is the shit. His infamous NYU dorm room spawned a record label that brought Hip-Hop to the forefront of commercial music. Like the song says, he did it his way; and like Che Guevara or Emiliano Zapata he never took command of his armies so his personal legacy just grew and grew. At its height, he walked away from Def Jam and went on to continually do it distinctly his own way throughout; pumping out insane albums for The Chili Peppers and Johnny Cash. Never ever resting on laurels is probably one of the coolest things one could ever do. Rick Rubin did it since day one. Don’t even get me started on the beard and cut-off sweatshirts and the walking to a different drummer……