February 18th, 2012 | Ben Sullivan for Kiss Chacey: Black Light
Kiss Chacey, a menswear brand based in Melbourne, Australia, recently began its campaign for its Autumn 2012 collection, Black Light. Freshly released is a campaign video shot in Sydney and digitally produced by Luke Eblen, as well as a lookbook shot by NV photographer Ben Sullivan. Designer Paul Edwards turns this collection around from the brand’s usual bold themes and channels a minimalist, yet gritty vibe. Indulge in Black Light’s raw and reckless beauty. View the lookbook here.
February 16th, 2012 | Ryan Heywood at POP UP Bleach!
From February 11-26, the beaches of Southern Gold Coast of Australia will play host to POP UP Bleach, a collection of galleries displaying surf-related art, including music, writing, film, and photography. What sets this festival apart is its rejection of the orthodox gallery settings, and instead embracing the beach lifestyle by opting for a relaxed and more casual atmosphere. The beachside pop up events range from mobile music truck concerts, outdoor light shows, children’s workshops, and even artwork showcased in shipping containers. This year’s lineup includes several celebrated artists, as well as Nouvelle Vague photographer Ryan Heywood. POP UP Bleach is sure to be a unique experience–don’t miss it! For more information on the event, please visit Bleach* Surfing the Fringe.
February 11th, 2012 | Quiksilver and Todd Glaser for SIMA Image Awards
The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) revealed the Ninth Annual SIMA Image Awards winners on February 9, 2012 at The Grove in Anaheim, CA. The SIMA Image Awards honors the most influential companies of the surf industry and celebrates them for their contributions to the industry over the past year. Out of almost 80 nominees, 16 winners were chosen, one per category. This year, Quiksilver walks away with the 2011 Men’s Marketing Campaign of the Year award for the “Kelly Slater 10x World Title” campaign. The Nouvelle Vague crew congratulates Quiksilver for this prestigious award, as well as NV surfer-photographer Todd Glaser, who collaborated with Quiksilver and produced the images for the campaign. View the list of this year’s winners here.
December 21st, 2011 | Gigi Interviewed on Copic Markers
Copic Marker interviews Nouvelle Vague artist, Gigi, on her early years as a budding illustrator, her creative process, and reasons why she loves Copic markers. Drawing inspiration from people close to her heart, she is able to create charming illustrations utilizing Copic markers’ vibrant, transparent colors as well as watercolors, fabrics, and various kinds of papers. Creating her projects personally and hands-on infuses a craftsmanship into her work that we love to see. Learn more about her from this interview, or see her portfolio here.
December 16th, 2011 | God from the Machine
SUB Magazine recently interviewed Dustin Humphrey on his brainchild, Deus ex Machina. The Jakarta-based magazine, which revolves on all things related to subculture, spoke with him on the birth of the “post-modern boys club” and the separate components that make it up: motorcycles, fixed gear bikes, and surf culture. He talks about tying them together through art, and how what used to be a simple idea progressed into something bigger somewhat spontaneously, branching out into apparel, live music, and good food. “Mind you, this is the Temple of Enthusiasm after all.”