Saul Bass’ Children’s Book Is Being Reprinted, 50 Years Later
Film aficionados everywhere can recognize the work of Saul Bass within nanoseconds of viewing it. The designer had a unique style that is being emulated (sometimes too much so) to this day. Just take a look at the iconic posters for Vertigo or West Side Story and you’ll see what I mean. The man’s style and talent are undeniable.
But did you know that Saul Bass also created a children’s book? Only one, mind you, but in 1962, Bass teamed with Leonore Klein to create Henri’s Walk To Paris. In the years since, it has gone out of print and has been considered a rare collector’s item by Bass’ acolytes. But now, fifty years after its original publication, Henri’s Walk To Paris has been re-printed and can be ordered online (or, presumably, at brick and mortar book stores).
You can view additional photos of the book at Brain Pickings.
(via jbishop)
Source: brainpickings.org
This Ring Belongs In A Museum.
According to redditor Homerilag, his girlfriend is so into Indiana Jones that when it came time to propose, he custom-designed an Indy-themed engagement ring:
It was about 2 or 3 days before November, 11, 2011 (11.11.11). My girlfriend Aimee was wanting to do something special that day. So, I decided to look for an engagement ring. 11.11.11 happened and I had no ring. What should I do?! Being that Aimee is an avid Indiana Jones fan, I decided to surprise her with a ring box. When she opened the box, inside wasn’t an engagement ring - Just a bag of sand! I told her, Indiana Jones must have swooped in and stolen the “treasure” and left her with a bag of sand (just like the movie)
Being a designer and artist, I felt I had to do something special. Since Aimee is a very enthusiastic Indiana Jones fan, the thought of a coiled whip as the ring seemed perfect. I did a few quick drawings and found a custom jeweler in Las Vegas. The “bag of sand” bought me some time to have the ring custom made. And with her favorite color yellow, I selected a fancy yellow diamond which also represents “The Idol”.
The question now is - how do I present the ring? I made a custom ring box out of a 1920’s steel soap bar box and used sculpting clay to create the look of ancient ruins inside. I then presented the box mixed with 4 other interesting boxes. Now, with the theme of “You must choose wisely…” from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, I used a magician’s trick to make her “select” the correct box. I asked her if she “chose wisely”. Then I opened her selected box revealing “The Whip”.
That’s pretty incredible. What Homerilag doesn’t divulge is whether or not she said “yes.” If not, I’m sure there are plenty of nerdy girls (and guys) in waiting who’d love to get their hands on a ring like that.
(via jbishop)
Source: ianbrooks
Henry Rollins For President
Henry Rollins recently sat down with Big Think to talk about what he’d do if he were elected President.
Source: flavorwire.com
