Monday, December 01, 2008
Letter N
Okay, back to breakfast cereals. As you've probably guessed, I am partial to nerds. Nerds Cereal was therefore a natural choice for N. I had trouble with this one at first because I couldn't find a clear image of a Nerds Cereal box. I finally found a magnet on E-bay.
Speaking of nerds, PEZ has released a limited edition Star Trek PEZ collector's series. I can't wait to buy it.
Okay, back to breakfast cereals. As you've probably guessed, I am partial to nerds. Nerds Cereal was therefore a natural choice for N. I had trouble with this one at first because I couldn't find a clear image of a Nerds Cereal box. I finally found a magnet on E-bay.Speaking of nerds, PEZ has released a limited edition Star Trek PEZ collector's series. I can't wait to buy it.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Final Pick - Magnetic Rocks
I wrote about these last year too, but I am mentioning them again because I like them so much. These rocks are surprisingly magnetic, and snap together from improbable distances. They sell them by the bag at the gift stores the New York Hall of Science and the American Museum of Natural History. A great stocking stuffer.
I wrote about these last year too, but I am mentioning them again because I like them so much. These rocks are surprisingly magnetic, and snap together from improbable distances. They sell them by the bag at the gift stores the New York Hall of Science and the American Museum of Natural History. A great stocking stuffer.
Holiday Pick Number 5- ABCs of Art Poster
I would be remiss if I did not attempt to plug my own poster as well. You can find my ABCs of Art poster at the gift stores of the New York Historical Society, the San Francisco MOMA, and the Albany Institute of History and Art. The Historical Society also has some NYC posters left, which I am no longer able to sell.
You may also, of course, purchase my posters directly from me. I don't technically count as a nonprofit, but it's close.
I would be remiss if I did not attempt to plug my own poster as well. You can find my ABCs of Art poster at the gift stores of the New York Historical Society, the San Francisco MOMA, and the Albany Institute of History and Art. The Historical Society also has some NYC posters left, which I am no longer able to sell.You may also, of course, purchase my posters directly from me. I don't technically count as a nonprofit, but it's close.
Holiday Pick Number 4 - Arts for Transit Posters
The New York Transit Museum store sells copies of the Arts for Transit posters that you see in the subways. These posters are great for a kid's room. I own the Hand Poster by Dave Calver and the Subway Whale by Peter Sis. Dave Calver has actually done several NYC Transit posters. Check out his web page - it's pretty amazing.
The New York Transit Museum store sells copies of the Arts for Transit posters that you see in the subways. These posters are great for a kid's room. I own the Hand Poster by Dave Calver and the Subway Whale by Peter Sis. Dave Calver has actually done several NYC Transit posters. Check out his web page - it's pretty amazing.
Holiday Pick Number 3 - "Make Your Own Damn Dinner" Mug
I admit that I was a bit surprised to find this mug at the gift store of the New York Public Library. The Library sells other mugs too from the same series. The description reads as follows: "Classic photos of glamorous ladies from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s grace this coffee mug with modern attitude." I think I need to get one or two for my cousin-in-law Ed.
Also at the NYPL is this recycled coin pouch made from recycled and repurposed paper. Choose from candy wrappers, newspaper, NYC Subway maps, or barcodes. For each handbag sold, the manufacturer promises to plant a tree somewhere around the world.
I admit that I was a bit surprised to find this mug at the gift store of the New York Public Library. The Library sells other mugs too from the same series. The description reads as follows: "Classic photos of glamorous ladies from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s grace this coffee mug with modern attitude." I think I need to get one or two for my cousin-in-law Ed.Also at the NYPL is this recycled coin pouch made from recycled and repurposed paper. Choose from candy wrappers, newspaper, NYC Subway maps, or barcodes. For each handbag sold, the manufacturer promises to plant a tree somewhere around the world.
Friday, November 28, 2008
Holiday Pick Number 2 - World's Fair Memorabilia
For history buffs, ephemerists, and Men In Black fans, the Queens Museum of Art has a large collection of 1939 and 1964 World's Fair memorabilia. Unfortunately the on-line store doesn't have any pictures, so you will have to trust me and visit the store in person. However, it's worth the trip. The museum is located in the New York City Building, which was built for the New York City pavilion of the 1939 World's Fair. And while you're there, check out the Panorama of the City of New York, built by Robert Moses for the 1964 World's Fair. Here are museum hours and directions.
For history buffs, ephemerists, and Men In Black fans, the Queens Museum of Art has a large collection of 1939 and 1964 World's Fair memorabilia. Unfortunately the on-line store doesn't have any pictures, so you will have to trust me and visit the store in person. However, it's worth the trip. The museum is located in the New York City Building, which was built for the New York City pavilion of the 1939 World's Fair. And while you're there, check out the Panorama of the City of New York, built by Robert Moses for the 1964 World's Fair. Here are museum hours and directions.
Holiday Picks
It's Black Friday, and time for my 2008 Holiday Picks! With this year's economy in mind, I am highlighting my favorite items from local museum stores. By shopping at these stores, you can buy your gifts and help museums at the same time.
For my first pick I give you the Pow! t-shirt from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This was the official shirt from the Met's Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy exhibit that ran over the summer. I thought the exhibit itself was small and overhyped, but I love the t-shirt. And now it's on sale!
It's Black Friday, and time for my 2008 Holiday Picks! With this year's economy in mind, I am highlighting my favorite items from local museum stores. By shopping at these stores, you can buy your gifts and help museums at the same time.For my first pick I give you the Pow! t-shirt from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This was the official shirt from the Met's Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy exhibit that ran over the summer. I thought the exhibit itself was small and overhyped, but I love the t-shirt. And now it's on sale!
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Albany Times Union!
My friend Adria informed me that my ABCs of Art poster made it into my hometown paper, the Albany Times Union! The Times Union ran a story featuring the gift stores of local nonprofits. (Buy your holiday gifts from these stores, and you will help the economy at the same time.) One of the stores mentioned was the gift store of the Albany Institute of History and Art. The Albany Institute was actually the first museum to carry my poster. And if you look carefully, you will see my poster in the picture, holding up a children's Envirosax bag. The caption mentions the bag, not my poster, but it's still pretty cool. Here is the full TU story.
My friend Adria informed me that my ABCs of Art poster made it into my hometown paper, the Albany Times Union! The Times Union ran a story featuring the gift stores of local nonprofits. (Buy your holiday gifts from these stores, and you will help the economy at the same time.) One of the stores mentioned was the gift store of the Albany Institute of History and Art. The Albany Institute was actually the first museum to carry my poster. And if you look carefully, you will see my poster in the picture, holding up a children's Envirosax bag. The caption mentions the bag, not my poster, but it's still pretty cool. Here is the full TU story.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Happy Birthday Magritte
It's Rene Magritte's 110th birthday today. This animation is by Peter Puntman. Check out Google's tribute also.
It's Rene Magritte's 110th birthday today. This animation is by Peter Puntman. Check out Google's tribute also.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Ed Valentine Book Signing
My cousin-in-law Ed is having his one-act play "Women Behind the Bush" published in the "Best of En Avant Playwrights" anthology by United Stages. Please join us for the playreading and book signing at Barnes and Noble this weekend:
Where: Lincoln Triangle Barnes and Noble, 1972 Broadway, New York, NY
When: Sunday, November 23, 3 -5 PM.
Hope to see you there!
My cousin-in-law Ed is having his one-act play "Women Behind the Bush" published in the "Best of En Avant Playwrights" anthology by United Stages. Please join us for the playreading and book signing at Barnes and Noble this weekend:
Where: Lincoln Triangle Barnes and Noble, 1972 Broadway, New York, NY
When: Sunday, November 23, 3 -5 PM.
Hope to see you there!
