Pencil Art – Creative With Office Supplies (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) We’ve seen pencils turned into art before in the form of the unique Boex Hot Pink Pencil Bench and the Pencil Sculpture, but never have we seen a singular pencil turned into a piece of stand alone artwork.

The artist behind these works got really crafty (and ultra patient) and carved these pencils…

Petra Nemcova advertises Rampage jeans, but forgot her top.


Definitions of rampage

  • violently angry and destructive behavior
  • act violently, recklessly, or destructively
  • What the advertiser hopes men will go on as they raid stores for their own pair of Rampage jeans, after seeing Sports Illustrated model Petra Nemcova topless wearing nothing but said skin tight Rampage jeans and heels.

    I dunno, I’m guessing that’s the plan anyway.

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  • Mind Melding Old Mech with High Tech – Infinia Solar Dish

    (TrendHunter.com) Don’t ever throw out those old ideas! This solar dish powers a 17th century invention for a unique approach for every home to be self sustaining. $50 million was recently invested to move forward this no maintenance energy maker. Infinia solar dishes power a Stirling engine that heats a gas to drive…

    Role Reversal for Longtime Friends Rowden and Roberts


    NEW YORK (AdAge.com) — Besides toilets that flush the opposite way, former Wendy's marketer Ian Rowden will have one more thing to get used to when he returns to his native Australia: the head of his former agency, a partner and longtime friend, is now his boss.

    Unisex Swim Suits – Australia’s Swim Gear For Olympics

    (TrendHunter.com) Illustrating once again that the Olympics is all about the competition and not the sex, the Australian swim team showed off their gear today. The Speedo LZR Racer suits boast less drag than the old style. I think you have to be born into these suits because they are seamless. NASA had a hand in keep…

    The Big Ompire – Oprah Opens First Store

    (TrendHunter.com) Super super rich and famous talk show queen Oprah Winfrey has opened her first store in Chicago, Illinois. The 5,500 square-foot store offers approximately 900 products, including the star’s favourite books, music, and clothes – all with the Oprah label.

    A statement from Winfrey’s publicist claims …

    Cheaper, Stronger Heroin

    This is today’s front page of Boston Now, one of the city’s free commuter papers, but it looks almost like an ad for, what else, cheaper and stronger heroin.

    Honda Sponsors Tags on Boing Boing

    An interesting format for tying ads to a blog’s content via tags / categories:

    Boing Boing: “Honda is sponsoring three special sections of Boing Boing, called “The Power of Dreams.” They feature posts about safety, the environment, and innovation. (Links go to Honda sponsored sections.)”

    Furniture Designs Coming Soon – Stockholm’s Unique Style

    Look familiar? These furniture designs may cause deja vu if you have ever been to Ikea. That’s not a bad thing. Ikea stores are hugely popular because of the minimalistic design and affordable prices. The ideas originate in the Stockholm Furniture Design Show and eventually into the mainstream. Comi…

    Furniture Designs Coming Soon – Stockholm’s Unique Style (GALLERY)

    (TrendHunter.com) Look familiar? These furniture designs may cause deja vu if you have ever been to Ikea. That’s not a bad thing. Ikea stores are hugely popular because of the minimalistic design and affordable prices. The ideas originate in the Stockholm Furniture Design Show and eventually into the mainstream. Comi…

    Procolor Digital Imaging: Fire station

    Procolor Digital Imaging: Fire station

    Whatever we touch.

    Advertising Agency: McCann Erickson, Singapore
    Executive Creative Director: Farrokh Madon
    Art Director: Sin Eng Lee
    Copywriter: Joseph Cheong
    Photographers: Lai Choon How, Jarvis Lim, Jonathan Tay, Dean Zilwood, Getty Images
    Retouchers: Chuiser Wong, Marvin Yang, Christopher Ng, Dave Phung

    Procolor Digital Imaging: Soldier

    Procolor Digital Imaging: Soldier

    Whatever we touch.

    Advertising Agency: McCann Erickson, Singapore
    Executive Creative Director: Farrokh Madon
    Art Director: Sin Eng Lee
    Copywriter: Joseph Cheong
    Photographers: Lai Choon How, Jarvis Lim, Jonathan Tay, Dean Zilwood, Getty Images
    Retouchers: Chuiser Wong, Marvin Yang, Christopher Ng, Dave Phung

    Procolor Digital Imaging: Neanderthal

    Procolor Digital Imaging: Neanderthal

    Whatever we touch.

    Advertising Agency: McCann Erickson, Singapore
    Executive Creative Director: Farrokh Madon
    Art Director: Sin Eng Lee
    Copywriter: Joseph Cheong
    Photographers: Lai Choon How, Jarvis Lim, Jonathan Tay, Dean Zilwood, Getty Images
    Retouchers: Chuiser Wong, Marvin Yang, Christopher Ng, Dave Phung

    Edible Landscapes II – Meatscapes by Nicolas Lampert (GALLERY)

    (TrendHunter.com) Some people might get hungry looking at this, others may be disgusted, but while I’m a little grossed out, I’m also wildly fascinated by these Meatscapes by Nicolas Lampert. Looking at the gallery, it looks like the artist has a bizarre fascination with sausage and cowboys, but hey, whatever inspire…

    During Economic Hard Times, Radio Proves Cost Efficient

    ATLANTA (AdAge.com) — The economic downturn could yield some significant upside for the radio advertising market. At the Radio Advertising Bureau Conference in Atlanta, top spenders from brands like Coca-Cola, Wal-Mart and Macy's, as well as key media buyers at Mediaedge:cia and MediaVest, spoke of radio's advantages and efficiencies in executing less costly media plans.

    Personalize Your Love – Imprint on My Heart Fingerprint Jewelry (GALLERY)

    (TrendHunter.com) Snark mode: Off. Imprint On My Heart is a tear jerker present for sure – what woman can keep the waterworks off when she gets this present with your fingerprint, or your kids finger prints, or both? How about pawprints from her kitty or puppy. Too late for Valentine’s Day, so how about trying this j…

    The K Word.

    Unlike so many creatives who’ve been tortured to the edge of insanity by Tony Kaye, Tony and I somehow got along famously. Whack job and…

    Falafel Women Revolution? – Middle Eastern Resturant Ads

    Ghazale Restaurant, a Canadian-based Middle Eastern resturant has rolled an interesting ad campaign. With slogans like, ‘Shwarmas just like dad used to make, cus mom wasn’t allowed to,’ ‘Now serving women,’ and ‘The only thing better than two falafels is three wives.’ I am confused as to what the me…

    Falafel Women Revolution? – Middle Eastern Resturant Ads (GALLERY)

    (TrendHunter.com) Ghazale Restaurant, a Canadian-based Middle Eastern resturant has rolled an interesting ad campaign. With slogans like, ‘Shwarmas just like dad used to make, cus mom wasn’t allowed to,’ ‘Now serving women,’ and ‘The only thing better than two falafels is three wives.’ I am confused as to what the me…

    Jazz Radio: Sofa

    Jazz Radio: Sofa

    For not everyone.

    Advertising Agency: McCann Erickson, Warsaw, Poland
    Copywriters / Art Directors: Iza Przepiorska-Kotlinska, Lukasz Kotlinski
    Photographer: Lukasz Murgrabia
    Via: Advert-Eyes