Matty is for Lovers

a crying shame.

2011-03-12T13:30:00.001-05:00

Boba plays a mean Squeezebox

2011-03-01T16:49:00.001-05:00

Via Albotas via Reddit

more skulls!

2011-03-01T16:46:00.001-05:00

via Wunderkammer!

WANT!

2011-03-01T16:44:00.003-05:00

via http://www.muuuz.com/

The Psychology of Horror Games and Film

2011-02-24T17:54:00.002-05:00

A nice little article from Gamepro:

"And games do have other strengths. That same sense of control can create empathy for the characters in a game, and this kind of empathy has been found to make fans of fear freak out all the more severely. When you choose a character's actions or even appearance, you begin to identify more with them. "The fright reactions that teens and adults experience typically spring from an empathetic relationship with the character [or] victim," Weaver says. "If viewers can put themselves in the shoes of a character who is afraid, they are more likely to experience that fear, too."

Very Odd Twins

2011-02-24T14:32:00.003-05:00

A beautiful work from Rudy Faber, (Link). Via Not Your Father's Pin Up MAN is he great... check his website.

Now that's an idea!

2011-02-24T14:19:00.004-05:00

MAN! im so doing that as my next project. Jonas Kroyer's Website here , Via Jake Von Slatt's Steampunk Workshop.

Harey Carey or Kadaffi?

2011-02-24T11:40:00.003-05:00

Now, The situation in Libya is of Grave seriousness. Lives have been lost. However, this is pretty funny. My support is for for the people of Libya, and my hope is for their success demanding their lives not be ruled by this man for not one moment more. peace and love.

Will Ferrell/Colonel Qaddafi Mashup from Steve Ellington on Vimeo.

La Santa Muerte

2011-02-22T21:26:00.003-05:00

"In Mexico there is a cult that is rapidly growing--the cult of Saint Death. This female grim reaper, considered a saint by followers but Satanic by the Catholic Church, is worshipped by people whose lives are filled with danger and/or violence--criminals, gang members, transvestites, sick people, drug addicts, and families living in rough neighborhoods. Eva Aridjis' documentary film La Santa Muerte examines the origins of the cult and takes us on a tour of the altars, jails, and neighborhoods in Mexico where the saint's most devoted followers can be found."

Sounds great! via Morbid Anatomy Go see if your in BK! Thursday night!

Everything is a Remix: Kill Bill

2011-02-22T21:23:00.002-05:00

Everything Is A Remix: KILL BILL from robgwilson.com on Vimeo.

I guess we're making it a movie night. Sanjuro (or any Kurowsawa really), Shogun Assassin, and anything with Bruce L. should be on your list of things to do IMMEDIATELY.

Very nice movie posters...

2011-02-22T21:17:00.001-05:00

Many More, Click the pic!

Bahraini Army murders protestors.

2011-02-21T12:40:00.001-05:00

*** GRAPHIC VIDEO!***

Lets's send our support and solidarity to the people who march for peace and human dignity.

via Boing Boing

Nerd Alert: Lightpeak Optical I/O

2011-02-21T11:35:00.002-05:00

shown on a hackintosh no less! via Slashdot, original article HERE

Monstrous!

2011-02-21T10:57:00.003-05:00

The hugely talented Kristin Costa produced her first official solo fashion show last week, and it was wonderful! Click the image for a link to more photos and video of the show. Congratulations, Kristin!

Be wary of easy women!

2011-02-20T20:05:00.004-05:00

"Never go out in the rain without a jacket!"
Wise words indeed. Click the pic for the super hi-res version! Thanks to Saul, and be sure to visit one of my all time favorite blogs, SHORPY!

the original feminist!

2011-02-19T15:27:00.004-05:00

Spice Girls. Pssh! THAT MAN IS A PANZY! There's a whole gallery of equally awesome images.

via Visual News

Regina... we need to talk.

2011-02-19T10:01:00.002-05:00

You need to stop being my dreamboat. Your music, you good looks, your voice? It's all too much for me to handle.

lovely image...

2011-02-18T12:53:00.000-05:00

Via Wunderkammer

Pocket Mod organizers

2011-02-18T12:46:00.003-05:00

cheap recyclable paper organizers... very cool idea. click the image for their website. via Cool Tools

Star Wars interpreted by someone who hasn't seen them all!

2011-02-18T12:44:00.002-05:00

Star Wars: Retold (by someone who hasn't seen it) from Joe Nicolosi on Vimeo.

Special thanks to Alex for this one!

yeah...

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thats about right. via Wunderkammer

The International Steampunk City (Waltham, Mass!)

2011-02-15T15:46:00.003-05:00

Starts on my Birthday no less! click the pic! via Brass Goggles

Great Gatsby for NES

2011-02-15T15:31:00.005-05:00

A "Great Gatsby" video game for NES! Be sure to read the about page. Click the image for the game! Thanks Kai for this link!

DIY japanese sushi candy

2011-02-08T13:10:00.003-05:00

How great is that?!

via Reddit user rudhogg, and the youtuber RRcherry pie. More are available on RR's youtube page.

History Mashups

2011-02-06T19:05:00.003-05:00

Amazing classic songs re-done to teach HISTORY! genius! via reddit. click the vid for the other vids!

Dirty Cheezburgers

2011-02-02T16:23:00.003-05:00

Another great spin on the lols! click the image for the link.

I'm sure this is exactly what DARPA was going for with this whole "internet" thing.

Sarah Palins meets Thomas Jefferson!

2011-02-02T13:03:00.000-05:00

In the shade, iin the shaaaaade...

2011-01-29T16:22:00.001-05:00

in solidarity

2011-01-28T13:32:00.002-05:00

Translation via boing boing.

Everything you've ever wanted...

2011-01-23T17:11:00.000-05:00

...in a can.

FASHION! (turn to the left...)

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presents!

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the question... for WHOM?!

Sculptor and Furniture maker Jordan Waraksa

2011-01-19T19:33:00.007-05:00

I recently came across Jordan's work, and he was kind enough to oblige my sharing some images of his wonderful work. He has a very nice eye for displaying the industrial while embracing reclaimed woods in his furniture. Take a look, and dont forget to visit his website!

The Art of Aly Fell

2011-01-18T19:10:00.004-05:00

The other day I came across this really great image of the bride. The artists name is Aly Fell, a UK based painter and illustrator. I got my copy of the print last week which you can find at inPRNT and of course, Aly's website located HERE

Enjoy! Thanks Aly!

Making Memories...

2011-01-17T20:15:00.004-05:00

This great video is an abbreviated process of how memory chips are made. This video was made by Lexar. I love watching things like this because it reminds me of the old "crayon factory" part of Sesame Street! but in... THE FUTUUUURE! make sure to watch in HD if you have a nice speedy web connection.

credit goes to reddit. (!)

LSD Research

2011-01-16T20:03:00.001-05:00

Sooo everyone and their mom has already blogged this today, but I cracked and watched it and had to repost it.

Steampunk in Massachusetts!

2011-01-16T10:39:00.005-05:00

If your in the Massachusetts area, check out this live journal group for steampunks! the link: The Steampunk Society of Massachusetts

Also coming up, The Brookline Adult and Community Education Center will be having and event Thursday, February 17th at Brookline High. The topic is "Steampunk: Victorian Fantasy in Modern Culture". The Hostess is Ellen Hagny (of Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation, currently having an exhibition on steampunk! go see it!). The Lecture is from 7:00PM to 8:30PM, tickets are $6. You can pre-order tickets HERE! (Source: Nicole, thanks sis!)

Top Regards,

Matty

Beautiful new image from Mondo Tees

2011-01-16T10:28:00.005-05:00

The Very talented designers at Mondo Tees have come up with a beautiful illustration for the 1931 film classic, based on the 1897 novel classic "Dracula". The image is beautiful, you can't deny art nouveau!

The also have some excellent Star Wars prints for sale, as well as a lot of great tees. Check them out!

Source: Saul, but since he gave it to me, it's been seen on a number of places online.

Lucha Britannia

2011-01-13T21:01:00.006-05:00

Hey all!

This weekend I came across a submission via Boing Boing and the Blog of Ms. Joanna Lark about an very exciting stage show, LUCHA BRITANNIA. It combines Burlesque, Mexican Lucha Wrestling with a British twist. If you are in the U.K., head on over and see them if theres a show coming up!

WIZARDS!

2011-01-01T16:31:00.003-05:00

My vintage "Wizard" fan. 5 bucks in a Hoboken yard sale in 2004. I rewired the power cord as it was disintegrated with lots of exposed copper wire (danger!). First thing done in 2011!

*repaint or leave it authentic? VOTE and comment!*

http://bit.ly/gKbU3a

2011 Greetings

2010-12-31T23:46:00.001-05:00

2010 was a year of malaise. We all had a tough year. We all were depressed, we all we worried. 2011 has got to be the year that we step up to the plate and think big, stay confident, and look at things differently. We have two choices: mope and stay stuck, or stay determined to say, do, act and BE better than we were in 2010. Choose.

Just go ahead now.

http://youtu.be/1KaiJ_f2Jts

some new kaiju pics

2009-07-13T19:09:00.005-04:00

2009-06-20T23:36:00.003-04:00

if you can read this, post which one(s) you are!

http://www.blackwaterfall.com/viewall.php

80's hits on ragtime piano!

2009-06-05T10:43:00.000-04:00

I couldn't resist!

wow. just wow.

2009-05-25T22:14:00.001-04:00

click the image!

latest prototype

2009-05-18T22:05:00.002-04:00

just a prototype candle holder for your kitchen tables. maybe more variations on the way, let me know what you think!

50th post!

2009-04-20T10:50:00.003-04:00

for todays 50th post, i bring you all ten episodes of comedy central's stella. each one a classic, but check out coffee shop! thanks to saul for this.

VM

2009-04-07T21:41:00.002-04:00

the latest project. order one now! It's a stoneware virgin mary statuette. It: will glow in the dark! 15 U.S. Dollars and shipping (if need be).

submarines!!!

2009-04-07T00:16:00.001-04:00

click!

FINALLY!

2009-04-07T00:11:00.003-04:00

coming this summer!

For the Star Wars Fans

2009-04-05T13:14:00.003-04:00

An interview with movie producer Gary Kurtz discussing some of the finer details of his time/views on the star wars saga, including how return of the jedi could have been good. Yes you read right. Click the pic!

2009-04-03T22:23:00.000-04:00

Frontier Psychiatrist | Music Videos | SPIKE.com

Deformed Skull Suggests Human Ancestors Had Compassion

2009-03-31T22:49:00.002-04:00

http://blog.wired.com/wiredscience/2009/03/skull.html

in poor humours:

2009-03-30T19:58:00.006-04:00

i was talking to a friend whom's humours were off, and implied there were separate humours. i decided to check up on that and here is the fruit!

musical instrumental'd!

2009-03-25T11:49:00.003-04:00

this is a really neat object. so a friend of travis', KingVitamin
made up this very cool midi controller that remembers samples
and allows for the samples to be manipulated! i was wowed.

girls n robots!

2009-03-25T11:47:00.002-04:00

via darkroasted blend and digg

monsters!

2009-03-24T21:58:00.001-04:00

these are some great wallpapers (thanks saul)

http://www.mad-monsters.com/Wallpapers/index.html

Headphones!!!

2009-03-04T19:09:00.003-05:00

What you've all been waiting for!

This is a pair of antique (mid 1920's) headphones which I opened up and re-fitted with modern (read: "cheap") head phone speakers. viola!

leave comments! I'll have a nicer set of pics up later.

<3 mattie

Artoo!

2008-09-14T14:42:00.001-04:00

R2-D2 Toy Prototypes!!! click the image!

09072008

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Worst Case Scenario...

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082x2008

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08312008

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08302008

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strangest or best?!

2008-05-21T11:14:00.001-04:00

How to get out of Jury Duty

2008-05-20T19:19:00.001-04:00

The List (check the last one!)

He's gonna be more than trapped in the closet if this keeps up.

McCain and Obama on Iran

2008-05-20T19:15:00.001-04:00

watch, think for yourself, VOTE!

the FUTURE is arriving, piece by piece...

2008-05-20T19:12:00.000-04:00

Now, I'm not saying that I shit my pants when I read this. BUT. I pose a question: did YOU shit my pants when I saw this?

First reader submitted post! Topic: Steam Punk

2008-05-15T18:05:00.000-04:00

Ladies and Gentlement, a milestone has been met. I received and aether-mail today from my great friend Saul, who referred me to this article from the NY Times on Steam Punk. Please Enjoy!

La Petite Mort...

2008-05-15T17:48:00.001-04:00

If you know any french, you can probably figure what that translates to: a little death. As in "to die a little death" but not literally die. However, a more accurate translation for this pairing of words would be: an Orgasm! (how much cooler is that than the word "orgasm"?)

Now, we all know how funny it can be when you're not into it to see other peoples' orgasm faces, and here we have a site that shows just that: Beautiful Agony. This site collects user-submitted videos people take of themselves, but there is a catch: no nudity. Every video is neck up. ONLY. So either you'll have a laugh or feel a greater appreciate the beauty of the human responses that bridges the divide of two people's existence if only for a moment.

MONSTER THURSDAYS! installment 3

2008-05-15T17:36:00.001-04:00

Ever hear of a Penny Dreadful? While I know some of my friends are familiar (as are many spooky types).If you don't know, click the link and check out one of my favorite characters, the Terror or London, SPRING HEELED JACK!click!

It's a trap!

2008-05-15T17:28:00.001-04:00

Well well well, look who's back! matty! on monster thursday no less. Well anyways, before we get with the monsters, I found this over at cynical-c.com. a list of some very radical velvet paintings, like the following example!

Perpetual Sexual Annoucements... (P.S.A.)

2008-05-09T19:03:00.002-04:00

In the 1980s, everyone was dragged along into actually acknowledging sex in public for the first time ever (well of course not, but from the sounds of it it...) and this was a product of it. I hope it's educational ONLY.

It is a public service announcement after all

A day late, but no MONSTERS unaccounted for!

2008-05-09T18:46:00.003-04:00

hey everyone, internet got cut off, so I'm making up for MONSTER THURSDAYS

with this post. Luckily there is more than enough to keep any fellow monster

enthusiasts busy.

Gillman!

Aurora Model Kits

Worldier Monsters...

(I used to have the neon ones of the mummy

and the creature... I gotta get that again!)

<3m

50 ways to green up

2008-05-07T19:07:00.001-04:00

Simple Tricks, and many will end up saving you money too.

as promised...

2008-05-07T19:01:00.001-04:00

Death Masks!

Lacrimony Vials!

Everyone Eventually, right? Also of note is the idea of holding on to locks of hair as a memento of a person, living or dead, but that not quite as morose as I wanted. =D

I'm staying cheery today...

2008-05-07T10:51:00.001-04:00

The Momeno Mori is a reminder of death. I first came across the word in an art history class, and this is a prevailant theme in much of western art, as are the many images and embodiments of death in art globally, and through out prehistory, antiquity to the present day.

Momento Mori in art are often the old "skull placed on a desk" or else, a death's head and an hourglass, maybe a sign of life included in there to lay it on rather heavy. However, mourning through out history and various cultures is an amazing study which can bring us closer to examining our own feelings about that which awaits us all.

In my travels to find odd and unusual things from the past, I've come across several types of death mementos that seem prevalent through western culture. One of the more recent developments was the death portrait in photographs. click the image for a link. I'll be posting some more entries later on some of the other more interesting things I've come across in my travels. BE WARNED: the photos, which not grotesque, are very creepy. theyre dead people, after all...Stay spooky!

Soviet Sci-Fi illustrations!

2008-05-06T15:51:00.001-04:00

Proof they were just as good as us at one thing: dreaming up science fiction, naturally!

VW ad for the cinema junkies out there

2008-05-06T09:35:00.001-04:00

defunct smoking accesories

2008-05-06T09:29:00.001-04:00

because i would never own one of these... </sarcasm>

Electric Storms!

2008-05-06T09:25:00.001-04:00

steampunk magazine!

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for the deli.cio.us and firefox3 users out there...

2008-05-04T13:17:00.001-04:00

the new firefox extension from del.icio.us

enjoy!

instructions for a rotary telephone

2008-05-04T00:08:00.001-04:00

BELL 500!

co-ed dorm rooms

2008-05-03T17:34:00.001-04:00

"Maybe this generation feels more comfortable walking around in their underwear. I'm not sure that's a good thing."

what a square! lets go smash some gender barriers!

McCain implies the war in Iraq was for...

2008-05-03T11:59:00.001-04:00

oil? or DEMOCRACY? you be the Judge!

The Empire Strikes Barack!

2008-05-02T17:43:00.001-04:00

click the image already! good weekend to all... <3

sexism? consumerism? oversimplification?

2008-05-02T11:48:00.000-04:00

This article in the fashion and style section of the times presented something I had to think about for a few minutes.

Link

It makes some sense (we're all spending less these days) but I wonder if it has anything to do with that point. I see this makes good sense when you compare to other "theories of economics", but to even make an article about this and encouraging this makes me wonder, is someone out there trying to drum up sales, and simultaneously saying women, when faced with economic hardship... go out and buy lipstick instead. its not that dissimilar to the shit guys buy as impulse buys, but it kinda feels like an oversimplification of the female mind in a way to get cosmetics sales up (cosmetics aren't exactly a staple item, I must note).

ever wonder who would win in sumo wrestling: a monkey vs. a bunny?

2008-05-02T11:40:00.001-04:00

while I have no answers, I can give you links to an illustration of one! click it!

monster thursdays?

2008-05-01T13:27:00.001-04:00

Well, I came across two stories relating to monsters today... I declare thursdays "monster thursdays"! I'm going to give you at least one monster every thursday. Click the pic below!!! <3 matty

holy shit!

2008-05-01T10:13:00.001-04:00

MONSTERPOCALYPSE!!!

I'll be damned.

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Pornography:The Secret History Of Civilization

2008-04-30T23:18:00.003-04:00

Just watched an excellent documentary (parts one and two of 6) from 1999 on the history of pornography in civilisation. the first two ahem... files for acquiring are available (Gooooogle!). The first episode discusses at length how the discovery of images and objects regarding sexuality were, when discovered in Pompeii, virtually everywhere in this typical Roman city. Our Victorian friends thus decided that it should all be removed and locked away from women, children and the working classes to prevent distraction from society (notice how white middle class males of academia are granted the get out of jail free card?). I share the following quote:

"Despite the lurid images that are available in modern culture, we are much closer to the Victorians than we care to be. We don't like to think of ourselves as the new Victorians because everybody needs to cut themselves free of their immediate past to construct themselves; but there are more inheritances in our present culture from Victorian regulations than there are from Roman culture."

If it quacks like a duck...

Oh Mr. Graaaaant!

2008-04-29T13:26:00.002-04:00

Who else loves Mary Tyler Moore?

http://www.hulu.com/the-mary-tyler-moore-show

shes the ideal wholesome contemporary hipster. check out her sexy little outfits in the first few episodes! (but ignore the montage when shes gets that kid living with her. trust me... its uncool.)

Enjoi

link of the day

2008-04-29T13:20:00.006-04:00

Hey all, thanks for stopping by to check out the goodies i've got for you all. Today i've got a great link that challenges our minds and gives something back to the global community. Follow the link already!

http://www.freerice.com/

remember, share with as many people as possible, and remember: this exists due to donations. Even a few dollars will help this going.

FIRST!

2008-04-28T12:43:00.000-04:00

Hey teammates! First post!

Music, art and design, sex, fun, food, friends, all of it! Hopefully this won't end up as pipe dreams...