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
Unusual Suspects by castlepöp.
On the heels of the trailer for a new Wes Anderson movie that dropped yesterday, I discovered this excellent piece of Fantastic Mr. Fox art that was created by castlepöp and is currently for sale at Society6 and on Etsy.
More: Fantastic Mr. Fox | Wes Anderson
Source: society6.com
Alien Chop Sticks? Yes, Alien Chop Sticks.
I saw these pop up on someone’s Tumblr feed a couple of days ago and I wasn’t sure if it was a real item or some concept that a design student created (on Tumblr, when someone doesn’t leave a credit, you really never can tell).
Luckily, thanks to Badass Digest, I now know that not only are they real, but they can be yours to purchase for a measly ten bucks a pair at Kotobukiya.
More: Aliens | Stuff to Buy
Source: badassdigest.com
