In life we rarely need just one thing. Often you need one thing and only really want another. Need overcomes want, but there is nothing like the whole package. We are now offering the full package to fans of Chop Shop. You too can have it all, both the idol and the whip. God help those who try and make you choose. Available for Men in black (standard stock) or chocolate (American Apparel 2001) and for women in chocolate (American Apparel 2102). Read More…
We were recently asked to design and help develop an interactive election themed exhibit at the National Constitution Center, located in the heart of historic Philadelphia. Election Central features eight private voting booths (see below) that ask the user to choose the 3 issues they consider most important to them in the coming election.
Part of our new line of Civilicious t-shirt designs are Two illustrations featuring 6 ex-presidents inspired by the actual (now largely ceremonial) code names given to each of the presidents by the Secret Service, a tradition that began with Harry S. Truman.
If you are like me and like bands that are bigger than Jesus, play live spontaneous shows on rooftops, like to cross streets in perfect line formation and are at least 75% the Eggmen — well, then you will have to love this new tshirt design from Chop Shop.
Little guys like cars, trucks & trains. Little guys (and big guys) in New York City tend to be a little infatuated with the subway. Living across the street from the Transit Museum doesn’t help… Because of this, every year when my wife and I ask our oldest son (now age 4): “What do you want to be this year for Halloween?”, what he hears is “What subway train so you want to be this year for Halloween?”. Last year he wanted to be the three train – this year, after much discussion, he has decided to be the seven.
So last year I eagerly spent over 80 hours (4 or 5 sleepless nights) building this custom NYC Subway Train costume for my son, and despite the fact that part of me would have easily been convinced to attempt something totally new this year, replacing the numbers and getting some sleep is a welcome change. I had intended to post the project last year, now I can do that too…
You Are The Sun is the latest space themed tee by Chop Shop Store. Following on iconic tees that collected various deep space missions and historic Earth orbit missions, this new design draws a new picture of The Solar System as we know it today, complete with Carl Sagan’s pale blue dot.
This new event is designed for creatives who are looking to boost their interactive design chops. Maybe you’re a designer who’s dabbled in web design but want to deepen your knowledge of CSS and HTML. Maybe you’ve done some interactive design but want to learn more about subjects like user experience and content strategy.
It’s humbling to not only be speaking at the conference but to be part of the advisory board as well. The goal is to expand a designers knowledge to encompass the fundamentals of interactive design. It’s about making smarter stronger designers by demystifying the stuff that slows us down.
If you are looking for an inspiring three-day design relevant experience that expands your understanding of all things interactive, this is the one. Sign up by September 1, you’ll save $100 off your registration fee. Use the code MATTHEW you’ll save $50 more.
We are all natural born storytellers. We draw before we can write or speak. As children, our drawings reflect how we see and feel about ourselves and the world around us.
– Marshall Arisman, Chair
Every fall and spring I am reminded how awesome the Illustration as Visual Essay program truly is, and what an honor it is to be a part of it. (Vimeo link)
We at The Chopping Block are dedicated to the continued listening for signs of other life coming from deep space. Especially as we are are running out of new alien icons to update our alienWe shirt and are always in need of new references. We surely wouldn’t want to miss ET’s phone call as he may have some friends to suggest adding to our design. Help keep The Allen Telescope Array online and looking for intelligent signs of life.
* The Interrobang is an advanced form of alien punctuation designating curiosity and excitement all at the same time.
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