LINKY DINKS :: good stuff from around the web

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This week's Linky Dinks feature is going to be a little... epic. It's the last day of July, so I have to squeeze all the cool stuff in before August comes! Right? Right.

Enjoy!


Suspended in space - this minimalist bed will set your dreams afloat! [freshome]

Wooden toys for kids young and old! Love the sleek, modern forms of the animal collection. [for me, for you]

Attention all Mid-Century Modern lovers! Here's a giveaway especially for you! Hurry, ends 8/3! [AtomicIndy]

Modular lighting that responds to touch "through the electromagnetic fields of the human body"! [Design Milk]

Incredibly beautiful, modern landscape architecture from Mikyoung Kim. Love the use of moss! [Plastolux]

This ribbon coat rack is all over the interwebs, so it may as well be here, too. [Design*Sponge]

Artist Liu Bolin disappears into his surroundings - then photographs it! [Oddity Central]

WORST PHOTOSHOP WORK EVER! The more you look at it, the worse it gets. [Photoshop Disasters]

On another note, here are some handy cheats for Photoshop that no photog should be without! [HV Designs]

The colored pencil club - subscribe and receive 25 similarly hued pencils each month, 500 pencils total. [Otto]

Think you've found that diamond in the garage sale rough? Learn how to identify any vintage object! [BackGarage]

Hey DIY-ers! Here's a great weekend project to turn that dumpy filing cabinet into a mod planter! [Design*Sponge]

Some of the coolest earth-scape art ever! Spiral Jetty, eat your heart out! [Plastolux]

Momma said not to play with your food! Will she make an exception for the Rubix Cubewich? [This is why you're fat.]

Wash it all down with a chocolate-covered marshmallow cookie! [Tartelette]


Phew! Linky Dink supreme! Hope you enjoyed the links - check them all out over the weekend! I'll see you Monday!

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Ahhhhh!!

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Original Artwork by Troy Viss

Holy Jeebus, I just won the Art Quiver giveaway on Design Milk!! I'm so excited! Off to go pick out some cool artwork!!

A big thank you to the fine folks at Design Milk and Art Quiver for such a rockin' giveaway!

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Angela Adams Coir Doormats

.This lady can do no wrong. Seriously. Check out Angela Adams' new coir doormats. These little pretties go on sale in September to the tune of $45 and will include many of Angela's classic designs. What to do in the meantime? Go drool over all the amazing pieces in her collection!

Click here for more Angela Adams goodness on MAIYA!

rug pattern shown: munjoy

[via Design*Sponge]

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Craig Atkinson

.More outsider/naive style art from UK-based artist Craig Atkinson. Craig received a Masters of Fine Art with Distinction and currently lectures at the University of Central Lancashire.

See more: www.craigatkinson.co.uk

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Jules de Balincourt

.Great work from Booklyn-based artist Jules de Balincourt. I really love his outsider art style. Check out more of his work on the Zach Feuer Gallery website.

[via design for mankind]

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Any Given Wednesday :: The Best of Flickr

.Flickr Member: Dani Requeni

[via grafikcache]

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TypeFace Tuesday :: Cello Junctino by Andy Goodridge

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Such a rad font..

Created by Andy Goodridge for Cello Group

About:
By using shapes constructed from a child's toy railway set, I created a simple brand marque and a bespoke typeface. The use of a child's toy puts an element of fun into the brand, allowing users of the opportunity to have fun with it and use their own creativity to make their own shapes and designs. A full alphabet has been developed for this typeface in both display and light versions.

[via Typography Served]

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TypeFace Tuesday :: T-Shirts by WSBF

.Type tees, get your type tees!

By WSBF - Available at Supermarket - $40

[via Design Milk]

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TypeFace Tuesday :: Plastique

.A little bling for the design geek. Check out these sweet typographic baubles and bits from Etsy seller Plastique.

Made from acrylic \ $10 - $24

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L'échange - The Exchange by Baptiste Sola

Minimal animation + excellent sound design = awesome!

L'échange - The exchange from Baptiste Sola on Vimeo.

[via Drawn!]

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I'm back

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Chee-zu by kozyndan

and ready to blog my face off! I hope you enjoyed all the scheduled posts - I tried to keep you happy while I was gone! Anyway, back to more organic posting, unless of course you enjoyed the comfort and safety of a predictable 8am /4:30pm schedule? Hmm.. Thoughts?

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Happy Friday!

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Have a great weekend, everyone!

I'll be back from my vacay on Monday!

Image: Ghost_Town

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LINKY DINKS :: good stuff from around the web

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Linky Dinky, McLinky! Another round up of good stuff!


Another matching/memory game! This one features designs from Marimekko! [Better Living Through Design]

If Aliens went back in time and invaded your family vacations. [Swiss Miss]

This is genius! A mirror that doubles as an ironing board! [MoCo Loco]

Beauuutiful images of pollen under a microscope! [Environmental Graffiti]

Hey photo assistants - here's a site to upload all those test shots! [Light Test]

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Happy Birthday, Boz!

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Today is my lover's 25th birthday!

Happy Birthday, goon! I love you!

xoxo

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Director T-Shirts from CineFile Video

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Clever shirts for the cinephile in your life! Classic rock/punk logos get a reworking with the names of famous directors. Loving the Herzog and Bergman tees the most!

Available from CineFile Video - $24

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Diffraction Fiber - Topography Pillow

.LOOOOVE this pillow from Etsy seller Diffraction Fiber - check out that texture!

diffractionfiber.etsy.com

[via Design Milk]

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Any Given Wednesday :: The Best of Flickr

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Flickr Member: Jena Ardell

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TypeFace Tuesday :: Art and Urban Development by Autobahn

.So cool.

Verkenners (Art and area-development) is a collaboration between artists and area developers. Together they are looking for a way to use art in new development areas. Can the use of art and culture in area development projects contribute to improve the quality of area development? What opportunities are there for artists? And can we create involvement among the future residents of the area?

Autobahn created a 'small but friendly publication', with answers to these questions and a presentation of projects. The image concept for this book is inspired by the series' Landscapes' by photographer Levi of Veluw. In consultation with Levi, Autobahn has used this image to create a typographic image. The photography is provided by Marieke Wijntjes.

[via Typography Served]

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TypeFace Tuesday :: INFORMATIONLEAK

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INFORMATIONLEAK by Richard J. Evans

INFORMATIONLEAK was my Final Major Project while at FEED, Matthew Boulton College. It was exhibited at Free Range Graduate Art & Design Show in London and again at FEED_NOISE, our end of year show at Millennium Point in Birmingham. It has also been featured on CMYKern.com and typographyserved.com.

What I tried to do was visually represent the way information is so easily leaked into today's society, through the Internet and television. Pretty much anything you can imagine, you can get your hands on. With such an abundance of information, I feel as though it over-flows into our lives and the typography is purposefully hard to read to reflect this.

See more of Richard J. Evans' work!

[via Typography Served + Definitive Touch]

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Tyson Anthony Roberts

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Love these abstract landscape paintings by Tyson Anthony Roberts. See his whole portfolio here.

www.tysonanthonyroberts.com

[via modish]

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Spike Press

.Loving all these awesome posters from Spike Press!

About:

Spike Press is Chicago-based illustrator and designer John Solimine. After cutting his teeth on screenprinted posters, John has gone on to work for such clients as American Express, The Chicago Tribune, and Nike, while earning recognition from Communication Arts and Print Magazine.

See more at www.spikepress.com

[via Why Me?]

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LINKY DINKS :: good stuff from around the web

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Interesting, unusual, and beautiful finds from around the web this week!


Stunning photography of modern interiors by Daniel Hertzell. [Desire to Inspire]

Even panda's get birthday cakes! This one's made from frozen rice, bamboo, and beets! [Free People]

Hit a creative block? Check out Nate Williams' methods for generating ideas! [Nate Williams]

How to open a banana like a monkey. Seriously. [Swiss Miss]

This rug has feelings and it's not afraid to show it - The Positive/Negative Rug. [Better Living Through Design]

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Maharam Memory Game

From the good folks at Maharam and DWR comes the Maharam Memory Game!

Maharam, a pioneer in commercial fabric designs since 1902, offers stunning patterned materials to the trade. For those of us who long for Maharam designs but don't plan to reupholster the apartment, Maharam patterns are now available through the Maharam Memory Game. Like the classic memory game, players turn over two cards at a time and try to match the patterns. Consisting of 72 cards on heavy stock, richly colored and printed in Germany, the game features 36 different patterns, everything from "I Morosi Alla Finestra" by Gio Ponti (1930) to "Optik" by Verner Panton (1969).

Maharam Memory Game available from DWR - $36

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Hannah Stouffer

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WHOOooooa!

Hannah Stouffer - www.grandarray.com - grandarray.etsy.com

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Eames now at The Shade Store!

.The Shade Store is now carrying an Eames line of fabric! Get your favorite pattern on roller shades, curtains, you name it. This new collection also features more than 70 exclusive fabrics including designs from celebrated designers Paul Smith, Ray and Charles Eames, Alexander Girard and Verner Panton.

Available at The Shade Store.

[via Design Milk]

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Off I go!

.I'm heading off for my summer vacation tomorrow and just wanted to let you know that I have posts all lined up for you to enjoy in my absence! Access to the internet will be spotty at best, so I probably won't be able to moderate comments while I'm away. But don't let that stop you! :D In the meantime, enjoy the posts and comment away! See you in ten days!

Images: Jena Ardell

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Bumblesea Jewelry

.LOOOOVE this jewelry!! All these beautiful pieces are created by Jennifer, the founder and artist behind Bumblesea.

About:

Bumblesea creates vibrant and luxe heirloom quality treats with a contemporary feel. The necklaces are a modern concoction of handcrafted silver, crystals, and gemstones. Each unique jewelry design is handmade and given a light fast, colorful glow with a combination of pigments, powdered minerals, and enamel.

Bumblesea isn't about jewelry, it's a company fueled by my lifelong obsession with creating unusually beautiful things. At this point, silversmithing is what fascinates me the most. I'm attracted to the delicate yet rugged properties of silver and other metals.

Check out the full line of Bumblesea jewelry here.

www.bumblesea.com

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Any Given Wednesday :: The Best of Flickr

.Flickr Member: Lenaah

[Another teenage wonder!]

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TypeFace Tuesday :: Alphabet by Bookhou

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Show your love of typography with this beautiful piece of wall art from Bookhou. This is an original design, laser cut from 1/4 inch birch plywood. A great object to hang on your wall or lean on a shelf!

Alphabet by Bookhou - $50
Dimensions: 15" x 20"

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TypeFace Tuesday :: Helen Rawlinson No. 12 Drum ABC

.This screen printed drum light would be absolutely perfect in a kid's room, don't you think?

No. 12 Drum ABC - Helen Rawlinson - £55
An educational slant which covers the whole alphabet, numbers one to nine and six shapes. Screen printed by hand with individual machine stitching for dotted detail.
Diameter: 30cm H: 20cm / 12" x 8" Max 100W/E14
Available in 9 colourways

Also available in the smaller No. 8 Drum - £36

See more at helenrawlinson.bigcartel.com

[via poppytalk]

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Previously on GRM

A lot of great stuff from this past week on Grassroots Modern! Check it out:


1973 must have been a good year for the husband and wife duo behind UK-based design firm NineteenSeventyThree.


You've probably heard by now, but Modernica's 20th Anniversary Sale is THIS SATURDAY, July 18th! Pick up some fiberglass shell chairs or a George Nelson bubble lamp on the cheap!


I am loving these candy-colored porcelain pieces by Lorena Barrezueta - shaped like disposable tin food containers!


If you know me, you know I'm obsessed with CB2! Here are some of my picks from their new catalog!


With a nod to George Nelson, Design Lab Workshop reinvents the classic platform bench in the undulating surface of the Echo Bench!

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Happy Weekend!

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[untitled - Eleanor Hardwick]

Summer is in full swing - go take advantage of it!

See you Monday!

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Social Pillows by Craftsquatch

.Spending too much time social networking? Rest your weary head on one of these Social Pillows from Craftsquatch. Very funny, über geeky, socially pertinent, and high quality to boot! Made from super soft fleece and polyester filling, these pillows are perfect for unwinding after a highly productive day of 'connecting'.

Social Pillows by Craftsquatch: $17 - $24.

Check out the Adobe pillows too - perfect for you photogs and designers!

[via freshome]

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Linky Dinks :: Good Stuff From Around The Web

.Get ready for a new feature here at MAIYA!

Linky Dinks will be a weekly (or almost weekly - you know me!) round up of interesting things from around the interwebs. A "Where I've Been Clicking" tell-all. I hope you'll enjoy it! Now click on through!

Creature from the Black Lagoon hands, hugging bears.. all done up in beautiful porcelain! [for me, for you]

Collages, collages everywhere! Eleanor Wood's creations make me smile. [Share Some Candy]

Damien Correll's illustration portfolio will make you sing! Look at those amazing color palettes! [Oh Joy!]

Wow - check out the incredible designs of these retro soda cans. I wish they still looked like this! [Mothersvea]

Calling all shops/blogs! Want to reach 20,000 people for $20? Advertise with Mankind Mag/Blanket Mag! [Design for Mankind]

You know I love a good snickerdoodle. So it's no surprise that I'm drooling over this recipe for Snickerdoodle Lemon Ice Cream Sandwiches!! [Tartelette]

Über minimalist, modern jewelry from MOA and a giveaway to boot! [Modish]

Who knew paper plates could be sexy? Check out those curves! Wasara tableware is made from reed pulp, bamboo, and sugarcane waste. [Juliette Merck]

Real life WALL-E?? This little bot collects trash and measures atmospheric pollutants! [Inhabitat]

Pretty sure I'd be horrified if I received a box of Stephen Shanabrook's Morgue Chocolates - cast from actual wounds of dead people. What! [Eat Me Daily]

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Bearskin Rug by Eelko Moorer

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Keeping with the bizarre animal posts today, I present to you the Bearskin Rug by Eelko Moorer. Each rug is made to order from a hand-molded cast and is available in white, black, or brown. If you fancy a neon pink Bearskin, just ask. Custom colors are available upon request. All rugs are signed and numbered on the back.

Bearksin Rug by Eelko Moorer - $5604

[Product and images found at PID.Se, visit www.PID.se for more information.]

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Lisa Hanawalt

.Wolf head babies and now THIS?? Yep, it's Anthropomorphic Day, apparently. Sometimes I just can't help myself! These drawings from Lisa Hanawalt are pretty hilarious. Check out the rest of her portfolio as well as her Flickr page.

[via Drawn!]

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Kristina Fiedrich

.Yep. That's a baby with a wolf head. I'm pretty sure he's winking, too.

"Wolf" by Kristina Fiedrich - $100

P.S. Be sure to check out her shop for more awesome animabies (??) - there's a soaring eagle baby just waiting to be coddled.

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Sylwia Calus Design

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Love this incredible resin bracelet from Polish designer Slywia Calus!

About:
Sylwia Calus is a young emerging Polish designer. A graduate of jewelry and fashion design school, Sylwia has been designing and making jewelry for the past four years.

Working mainly with silver and polyester resin, she beautifully combines the two materials in her designs to create exquisite earrings, bracelets, necklace and rings.

Sylwia is one of the very few designers in the world that have mastered the creative use of polyester resin. Her innovative jewerly is sold in art galleries and designer shops around Europe.

sisicata.etsy.com

[pictured: MULTI Bracelet - $60]

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Any Given Wednesday :: The Best of Flickr

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Flickr Member: Salva Lopez // senyoriguana

[found via for me, for you]

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TypeFace Tuesday :: Ana Benaroya

.I am in love with these hand drawn fonts from Ana Benaroya, especially the "horse parts" alphabet! So quirky!

Be sure to check out the rest of her portfolio - her illustrations are just as humorous!

[via my love for you is a stampede of horses]

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Facelift

.I'm in the process of changing the look of "My adventure is your advantage!", so I apologize if things are a little wacky this week. I promise everything will be smooth as butter in no time!


Image: Ly Wylde

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Previously on GRM

Another week, another healthy dose of affordability! Check out this last round of Grassroots Modern goodness:

Outline your dining experience with Topoware!

The Flatshare Fridge would have been a very, very good thing in college.

These Tree Ring paintings are so, so cool! I'd love a whole wall of them!

Looking for a little something to spice up that cubicle? Check out these posters from Blue Art Studio.

The Tissue Box by Essey: it's crumpled.

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Jennifer Sanchez

.Holy moly, Jennifer Sanchez's work is freaking awesome. I would love to have my home filled with her beautiful paintings! Those colors, people, look at those colors!

About:
My paintings invite the viewer to experience new and emergent spaces. They explore relational space and the idea that while having no positive existence of its own, space allows everything else to exist. They are full of bright colors, circles and swirls that illustrate a perpetually changing environment. They can be best described as exploding optimism and are unabashedly happy. At this point, I want to experiment with new palettes, add more spontaneous elements, work larger, and learn more about different conceptions of space.

Check out Jennifer's blog for more insight into her process and influences.

Original paintings from Jennifer Sanchez for sale on Beholder Art: $50 - $1760

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Happy Independence Day!

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photo by me

Hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday! See you Monday!

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Brandi Strickland

.Yowza! I love me some mixed media and these pieces from Brandi Strickland are out of this world! Whether you want straight up collage work or a little bit of paint in the mix, check out all the prints available in her shop. Truly lovely stuff in there.

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Erika Somogyi

.I realize I'm posting a little later than normal. I was running around all day and am just now getting around to checking my email, Google Reader, etc. etc. I didn't want to leave you hanging, either! :D

I saw this just now on Modish and really wanted to share it here. It's a piece called Divining Light by Erika Somogyi and it is just so beautiful. The original is a 30" x 36" watercolor, gouache, and color pencil on paper, but you can pick up one of the limited edition 8x10 prints here.

Be sure to check out the rest of Erika's portfolio - it's all lovely!

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The Human Printer :: Halftone by hand

.Have you met The Human Printer? No? Well there are 11 to choose from, each with their own unique characteristics i.e. 001 Lee is slow and accurate, 001 Stevenson is good at intricacy and complicated prints. Each one does the same job, though: printing halftone images by hand. Yep. Dot by dot. Tedious and painstaking, I imagine. If you've got an image you want to run through The Human Printer, check out their image requirements first. Type of printing available: B&W, CMYK, and Spot Color.


[via Drawn!]

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Contour Collection from Graham & Brown

.Hello beautiful splash resistant, UV resistant, scrubbable wallpaper! Your tile-like appearance makes me weak in the knees and your price affords me great pleasure! One day your high gloss, geometric pattern will be mine!

Check out the Contour Collection from the masters of wallpaper, Graham & Brown.

Shown:
Puzzle - $40/double roll

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Any Given Wednesday :: The Best of Flickr

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Flickr Member: Vagabundos

[via Meathaus]

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