ILL-ustrations

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Born in New Jersey and raised in New York, John Ryan Solis is currently working with the multi-award winning design studio Vault49.
artist: John Ryan Solis

Busted Up

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Fusing the western tradition of portrait-bust with Chinese glazing and carving techniques, Ah Xian's works are truth breathtaking and provocative. See more here
artist: Ah Xian

I'm a slaaaave

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Taking the metaphor that school is like a prison to a whole new level, weighing at 21 lbs, this study ball will only unshackle after the set time. I need one NOW.
product name: Study Ball
designer: Emilio Alarcón

bento gone wrong

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A "The Devil Wears Prada" themed bento box.....uhhh FAIL.

Oh hai Mrs. Tumnus

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A truly "wtf" moment happened today when I ran across this product. According to the makers, "[They] are now building them for costumers, performers and actors. Presently there is a two month waiting list for sets but [they] are trying to speed this up." WHY WHY WHY. More amusement this way (climax at 00:30).
product name: Digigrade Leg Extension
company: Kim Graham Studios

Feed me!

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An elegant vase that tilts down when the flower needs more water. Now if only it can water itself too.....
produce name: Tilting Vase
designer: David Sweeney, Jeff Virangkabutra & Michael Korn

land of cope

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"Classes at a Berkeley public school have been canceled for at least a week because a Berkeley parent and the parent's children are suspected of having swine flu"
news source: Oakland Tribune
graphic designer: Pedro