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Desktop Goodies 8/30

August 30th, 2011

Let me preface this by saying I have not had Internet for four days due to Hurricane Irene. My entire town and surrounding areas are still without it and we don’t know when it (or other media/communications) will be restored. I feel VERY lucky to have electricity right now. I drove to the closest place I could find to get online for a moment, and will try to do so again as soon as possible. In the meantime…

This made my day, because outside of saying it myself I’ve never seen the phrase “Zoologically incorrect”…and it’s a favorite.

Peeeeeeek-a-Boooooo!

Another unsettling Peek-a-Boo:

Think about this next time someone uses the fine colloquialism “He/she’ll have my head on a platter!”

This actually got printed:

You might be living in an insane, surrealist dictatorship if your “Dear Leader” is plastered on boxes of tongue scrapers…and walks by to inspect them for quality.

Awww…

Go ahead Betty…one Business Casual Angel Donut won’t hurt…

Yep.

The comic panel of my life (books rule!):

The female of this species probably takes a ages doing her makeup in the morning.

And speaking of other species…we will never be as awesome as this guy…

I’ll leave you with this, folks…
Desktop Goodies

July 20th, 2011

ENTHUSIASM!

Anatomically correct.

Are you ready to get the wind up?

I spy…

The road (or track) less traveled…

You have the right to remain silent:

Aw, I bet my roommate has had to do this for me…introvert that I am.

I’m not sure why, but I kind of like this. I think it would look great with other species.

Ah, innovation for the skinny girl. I’ll take mine extra pointy, so it doubles as a weapon.

Actually, I think I can “weight” a little…

Til I eat a few of these…

I always renovate my house in an evening gown.

And just so you leave this blog a little smarter today:
Desktop Goodies 7/8

July 8th, 2011

Let’s start with some murderous intent, shall we?

Deus ex Machina.

Because you wouldn’t want to trouble yourself…

I’ll say:

Love this guy. He needs to go on a pendant with the kaiju (bottom of the page if you click here).

Oh Vincent Price, did you fall on some hard times?

Is the fire customary? Or did “Ivy Pete and the Limbomaniacs” go the extra mile here?

You know what this grill needs? More hot dogs.

This is just too much (fun) for my brain to process at once:

A little comic from a collection of “sad animals” sent by my wonderful friend/reader/contributor Jim. It made me laugh out loud.

Clearly, this fellow needs to take a lesson from Li’l Brudder the one-legged dog (whom I proudly wear on a T-shirt from my best friend). He’s a champion.

And now for a couple of art pieces…

A new Ron English piece I’m somewhat fond of:

Beautiful photo by Sabina Tabakovic:

More things…

Sweet.

I adore this picture.

Thomas Edison looking more badass than you, me or anyone we know.

New from Pixar! (via Dan Meth who will surely get a feature post here soon)
Desktop Goodies

June 18th, 2011

Classic toy…mildly menacing…

The glowing soul of an industrial plant…

One of those days.

Fire retardant shorts? Not doing a very good job, it seems.

Take THAT, Lady Gaga…you’re not the first to dress in meat.

And here we have the inspiration for The Human Centipede; the worst sculpture in the known universe.

Awesome.

I give you heart shaped whale anatomy…for future use on your handmade valentines.

Welcoming, indeed.

And I leave you with this sage advice:
Desktop Goodies 6/7

June 7th, 2011

I saved this image the first time I saw it, then it popped up on about 30 of the regular sites I follow. I must say…these are great candles:

This reminds me of the small vase of doll heads on sticks in the corner of my desk. Sometimes I forget what’s in my own house.

Look at the sweet expression on this Kajiu’s face. He only wants a hug, really.

I actually sent little Crack Kitty as a greeting the other day (which I probably enjoyed far more than the recipient).

And some strung out veggies that remind me a bit of Nouar’s wonderful work.

Your daily dose of retro comic trepanation:

What comes to mind when you think of NORSE GODS? Stuffed cabbage? Me too. THOR-RIFFIC.

Sexy, cheesy gun love…

I wish I knew who this photographer is:

No idea what this was actually for:

Too many bad puns I could make. Invent your own.

Sweet cartoon cross section…

I want to recreate this hat:

Brimming with personality…

Stark contrast of pristine confection art and…for lack of a better term…BRAIN PLOP…brilliant.

I’m going through an anatomical bird phase at the moment.

I just put this one on a pendant:

And lastly, I give you a random shot of the world’s most timid fire extinguisher suggestion:
Desktop Goodies

May 24th, 2011

The best thing about this photo is the utterly nonchalant New Yorker ascending the steps as if there is not a giant crashed automobile a few inches away from him. Perfect encapsulation of my fair city!

Yes, this is a real ad for a real product. Once upon a time this was un-ironic. Love the classy businessman demonstrating its use, and the text boasting its design by “a European artist.”

Check out this amazing fried chicken ad. Work that price tag on your hat Ms. Thing!

I have no idea what this title implies.

I could get into the biochemistry of it all, but the short answer to the following question is “because it’s AMAZING.”

When voices in one’s head become a bit much…

Aww…look at that adorable expression!

I love the isolated contrast of the figure in this illustration. One bright light moving through a dark, abandoned world…

Where’s the order form for this one? I want it on my coffee table.

Skull porn! (I’m frightened to see how many people reach this site searching for that term).

I’m sure folks nowadays would be quick to defame Tickle Tim with various unsavory comments.

Speaking of pickles, how about some romance?

Nothing says “love” like caricatured imprisonment.

…No baby, it’s SCIENCE!

Actually, this is a pretty nice sentiment (at least for a cynical romantic like me).
Desktop Goodies 5/6

May 6th, 2011

An elegant lady knows that one must always match her toilet paper with her evening gown.

When I attempted to make a shoofly pie and had an accident that propelled hot molasses over every surface of my kitchen (ceilings included), I wish I could say it was for a justifiable reason…like a donkey sneaking up on me.

One must pause and think “Just because we CAN, does it mean we SHOULD?”

Who’s proud to be an American?

Pay attention zoology students. This is how animals really work.

This next piece may require some time to sink in. I invite you to write your own narrative.

I agree that music can be a fantastic and enriching part of life from a very young age, but I’m not sure it should be documented in exactly this fashion.

I know one of my favorite kitties would love to levitate. He’s into ceilings. I’m not thinking of making the little hat for him or anything…nope…not at all…

I’m watching Doctor Who these days. Had to grab this screen shot with my phone’s camera.

DANGERMOUSE CUPCAKES! This was my favorite cartoon as a kid. By Naomi.

Sans tentacles and ruffled collar, I would love this outfit (part of me will always remain a soft core Goth).

(Thanks to Kitschy Living for a couple of these images)
Desktop Goodies 4/12

April 13th, 2011

I know I just did a desktop goodies post, but I didn’t even post a fraction of the images cluttering up my screen. Every few days I move them to the traveling museum that is my external hard drive, but they pile up fast for an info junkie like me.

Stunned Cactus Head Jesus invites you in…

Taxidermy just looks so classy when it’s well done.

This gives me an idea: misanthrope motivational posters!

No idea:

Yes, I generally keep five or six of these in my room at any given time.

This sculpture is bloody brilliant:

I’ll take this job!

What a valiant image!

Remember this, fellow 80’s children?

*Sigh* Yes, I’ve been hearing this from relatives since I was about 18:

And I’ll end with a photo I find breathtaking…
The DeMoulin Bros.

January 18th, 2011

Over two years ago, I posted about The Fuzzy Wonder Goat. I came across The Fuzzy Wonder again recently on Anachronistic Decay, and this time there was some background information!

Turns out Fuzzy was the work of the DeMoulin Bros. around the turn of the last century.

These goats were used in lodges and fraternal organizations as part of initiation ceremonies.

Aside from the illustrious Fuzzy,, other models were also available.

Here is the DeMoulin Bros. catalog:

I’ll refrain from posting more goat specifics, but you can find more information (along with uses) on this site.
Linn Olofsdotter

January 15th, 2011

I considered posting about Linn Olofsdotter a long time ago, and I’m not entirely sure why I put it off. I came across one of her works again recently, reminding me to highlight a few of my favorites here.

Her graphic design work is whimsical and complex; divergent forms organically morph into one another in swirls, bursts and vivid color.

I love the chaotic, bright collages of life that pop out of the darkness.

See more on her site.

Note: due to some things I must take care in the non-blog world, I’ll be using posts from my stockpile for the next week or so. Please excuse me if I don’t comment back or answer contacts right away.