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Woodcarving with Yo Takimoto at the Tortoise General Store

Edwin Negado — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 18:59:41 +0000

Earlier today, I headed to the Tortoise General Store to attend their woodcarving class. Clear skies, low 70′s with just the right breeze—it was the perfect way to end the long week. Over the course of 3-hours, I learned the basics of woodcarving from Yo Takimoto, a master woodcarver from Yokohama. The guy next to me made a spoon. And I ended up making what looked like a flipper-less sea lion. Throughout the workshop, Yo reminded us that there were, “No rules. Just follow your heart”.

Yeah, it was that kind of weekend.

To book a class, visit tortoisegeneralstore.com. Seats fill quickly, so book early.

Plateaus at the Che Cafe » San Diego

Edwin Negado — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:54:31 +0000

For some reason, I’ve always read Plateaus as “Plateus”. So I was wrong, and you were right. Shit was good.

BEACH COMA by PLATEAUS

In Photo: California Design, 1930–1965- “Living in a Modern Way”

Edwin Negado — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:35:11 +0000

From wire-based shell chairs by Charles and Ray Eames, to printed textiles by Barney Reid, the LACMA’s current exhibition, California Design, 1930–1965- “Living in a Modern Way”, celebrates the work of California’s standout designers of the Mid-Century.

It had been a while since I’ve taken my parents out and being the vintage ~~hoarders~~ collectors that they are, I thought that they might’ve enjoyed this exhibition. And they did. My dad is a huge pottery collector and was quick to nudge me whenever he spotted any Heath pieces along the way. And as a proud owner of a few Barney Reid textile prints, he was happy to see that some of his garage sale finds shared similar names with the LACMA. You did well, dad. The show runs through June 3, 2012. Be sure to stop by.

The Ooga Booga store. Los Angeles

Edwin Negado — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:53:20 +0000

Over the weekend, I went to the Ooga Booga store for the first time. It’s full of gems. Do you listen to Dunes? Need a back issue of Apartamento? They have it. Go there now.

In photo: 3rd Floor at the Broad Contemporary Art Museum [LACMA]

Edwin Negado — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:14:14 +0000

Koons, Warhol & Baldessari.

San Diego’s Craft Revolution at the Mingei Museum

Edwin Negado — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:52:35 +0000

As part of Southern California’s Pacific Standard Time, the Mingei Musem is currently celebrating the work of over 60 artists from the San Diego region. Focusing on the post-war modern era between the 1940s and 1970s, San Diego’s Craft Revolution gives us just a glimpse of the extensive collection of work by these artists. The show runs through April 15, 2012—so be sure to check out if you are in the San Diego area.

Ephemera! By San Diego’s Mid-Century Graphic Designers

Bold Expressions: African American Quilts from the Collection of Corrine Riley

Langlitz Leathers. Portland, OR

Edwin Negado — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:17:03 +0000

Langlitz Leathers. Since 1947.

Mother Foucaults Bookshop. Portland, OR

Edwin Negado — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 22:54:20 +0000

Mother Foucaults Bookshop. 523 SE Morrison St. Portland, OR 97214

Stephen Scott Smith at Breeze Block Gallery & Nike Studio at Compound

Edwin Negado — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:06:38 +0000

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Sweet Corn and DQ at the Mike Weihs manor

Edwin Negado — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:05:32 +0000

Last week, over an endless supply of sweet corn and Dairy Queen, Mike Weihs had a few of us over to help relive his Midwest childhood. And since you weren’t invited, check out this video of Mike as he brings face to this year’s ROFLCon Summit.