Mussallem Galleries — Jacksonville’s hidden secret
Jacksonville has a few hidden gems, and Mussallem Galleries is undeniably one of them. The history behind Mussallem Galleries signifies how influential…
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More Than Pretty Pictures — How design is approach + activity + output
Everyone is gunning for innovation. In the second machine age, it’s the differentiator to end all differentiators. In the modern business parthenon, i…
Deck the Chairs 2014
The Jacksonville Beaches' community wastes no time transitioning into the Christmas season. The Friday after Thanksgiving marks the first day of Deck t…
Art in the Public Eye
For years, street art has been one of the biggest phenomenons of the art world. Artists have taken to the streets, using public buildings, bridges, tel…
Upcycling Design — A renewable and innovative aspect to design
“Upcycling” is the use of worn, dated or discarded materials to create something new. Usually, the repurposed or recycled items might otherwise have be…
Art vs. Design
By Brittany Norris | Contributor Design is not art. Art is not design. They are different and that is a very good thing. I should be able to end the…
Obscure Design
Whether you’re watching a play, concert, or even looking into shop windows, design is everywhere. The “obscure” design world can change a person’s mood…
Sterling Spencer’s “Flashback Boomerang”
Sterling Spencer has a gift. It's not a normal gift, nor a predictable gift. It is a sightly gift – horribly grand vision. Despite what you may have…
Jax by Jax: Local Literary Celebration
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the first annual Jax by Jax event. Riverside's Park and King streets were buzzing with people. In celebratio…
Photography and Design — A look into UNF’s Photo Department
While you might not think of photography as design, the two truly go hand-in-hand. From first setting up that initial frame inside the camera, to ed…
Wes Anderson’s Centered Eye
Wes Anderson is known for the centered framing of his films. Featuring strange characters in even stranger places, movies like "Moonrise Kingdom" and "…
Super-Hero Skivvies
The "controversial" brand, Dear Kate, is at it again. Their Ada collection, released this August, featured real tech executives in their underwear. The…
Hey, Guy – The Right Sweater Could Change Your Life
Admit it. You’re familiar with the term, “sweater weather,” but you haven’t given this particular time of year much thought. No one blames you. “What c…
Not Your “Basic” Halloween Costume
2014 has been a year where the term “basic” is referred to anything that is trending. Pop culture has created the “Basic B****,” a girl who has no iden…
10 Reasons We’re Pumped For TEDxJacksonville
1. TED's right here, in Jax. That's right. TED, like TED.com and TED Talks. Those intellectual, inspiring videos you should be watching instead of tu…
Around the World in 80 Clips
Shutterstock recently released a video titled, "Around the World in 80 Clips," to showcase the global diversity of their 4K video collection, which has…
Billy Arthur — Creating much more than beer
Billy Arthur was raised in a very creative household, one that encouraged all forms of hands-on learning. After graduating from Episcopal High, he rece…
What’s in a Label?
The beer aisle is a colorful place. It’s one of the few remaining places in the grocery store where strong branding and scintillating package design is…
Inside Look at Khan’s $8.3 Million Penthouse
When Shad Khan's not jet-setting all over the place, overseeing business matters or building a better football team, you might find him on Chicago's Ma…
Revolutionary Threads: New Retail Space for Rethreaded
Great things are always coming out of Jacksonville's woodwork. If you take the time to explore the community, you'll be quite surprised that many ingen…
Eli Reed Skates the Playboy Mansion in “Lost Paradise”
Watch the NYC-based skater cruise through Hugh Hefner's legendary estate, popping switch tricks over stony terrain, tennis netting, and the ever-scanti…
Featured Local: Sally Keiser
Michigan Native, Sally Keiser, has always dared to be different. At the tender age of 8, Sally learned how to use a sewing machine. Who knew that this…
Rope Braid & Flower Crown Hair Tutorial
Our good friend Gwynne Mims, owner and amazing stylist of Gwynne Mims Salon in Riverside, helped teach us easy how-to hair tricks perfect for any occas…
Beauty Through The Eyes Of The Beholder
In today's society, we all struggle with how we look, and many try to emulate the look of those who are featured in magazines, TV and movies. In the…
Mile High … Jacksonville’s Own take on Denver
Colorado is known for many things, but lately one seems to trump them all. The altitude isn't the only thing getting people high, and as many of you ha…