We use a version control system called SVN in the office when building websites. It allows us to keep track of changes to code, try out ideas, collaboratively work on the same file at the same time etc. It’s very valuable as it means we have a history of what we have done and are able to fix bugs much more efficiently. I wouldn’t dream of making websites with it using it now. However despite it’s usefulness it is pretty dull to look at so I decided to find a way to make it more interesting.
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I remember reading about this crazy bike thief in the press a few years ago. He allegedly stole the greatest number of bikes in world history. I recently saw a video made by two film makers who were captivated by the complex character of Igor Kenk and his slightly insane story and even crazier bicycle ‘collection’. They shot alot of film with the view to making a Graphic novel in a cut-up/rough style. This style draws influence from late 70’s punk ‘zines and FV Disco which grew out of Yugoslavia in the ’80’s as a result of easy access to photocopiers but restricted state run print presses. The result is a raw film and the associated Graphic novel.
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I like this little Microsoft Kinect Powered monkey!
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The way we use social media is constantly evolving. There are some really interesting examples of the way brands are enhancing existing technologies to make them more engaging and relevant to their consumers. Many brands have grasped the concept that we do not want our online social space invaded with direct selling, but rather an enhanced social experience – making us increasingly aware of the brands on our wavelength.
Coca-Cola Israel’s users have been sharing their Coca-Cola Summer Love experiences using an innovative facial recognition app.
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I noticed this experimental project that plays around with type and fluids. It looks like a fun playful project and the type has a great sense of motion.
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Black Mirror by Robert Seidel is a beautiful sculpture that uses laser cut page delicately twisted into three dimensions and illuminated with projections. Somehow to me it feels both organic and and non-organic at the same time.
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For anyone frustrated by the absurd claims made by certain airlines for cheap flights, this musical journey through the realities of booking the same, and experiencing the joys of it all, captures the mood brilliantly!
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The clothing brand UNIQLO is the leader in Japanese casual wear. I came across this well designed calendar site a while back and having revisited and seen that they have updated the movie clips in accordance with the seasons, I though it was worth blogging.
Using clips from hundreds of cities in Japan, they have cleverly applied the now popular tilt shift effect which gives the illusion that the buildings, boats, people, etc… are miniature models. The visuals are enhanced by the big block colour calendar on the right, which colour’s change to either compliment or contrast the movie clip on the right.
Visit UNIQLO’s site to see these moorish mini movies.
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