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Spooky season special: An introduction to long furbys
We’ve all been there, scrolling for a bit too long on the Instagram explore page or Tumblr. Each post is more *interesting* than the last, and before you know it you’ve fallen into a void you cant escape. Fortunately (maybe), this rabbit hole has led us to the Internet phenomenon that is, drum roll please,…
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Ruth Bater Ginsburg: a legacy to inspire us all
We wanted to take a moment to remember and reflect on all the work RBG did throughout her life. May her legacy be an inspiration to us all, to fight for equality and help to raise each other up along the way. Paving the way for women everywhere, Ginsburg fought the status quo, both in…
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Quarantine: a blessing in disguise?
I’m from Poland, but I’m a full-time Illustration student in London. So when the pandemic started to get serious, I was back in my dorm in London, alone and anxious. It was finals week for the term, so while trying to work on my final assignments I navigated my way through living in London without…
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Convenience Store Woman: the societal norms we don’t care to challenge
In a world where we have, and continue to break down the walls of convention, Convenience Store Woman looks at the societal norms the majority don’t care to change. Full of rare worldly insight, this book captures the moments we sometimes overlook. Like a magnifying glass on society, Convenience Store Woman offers a deadpan commentary…
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Bestdressed-The next door neighbour you wish you had
If like us you’ve been watching what some people would call “an unhealthy amount of YouTube”, then you’ve probably heard of Bestdressed (and if not, what social media rock are you living under!). She’s definitely one of the many creators keeping us going during this difficult time, not only because it allows us an escape…
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Broad City: Comedic genius and a New York State of Mind
Comedic genius at its best. Cliché as it may sound; Broad City is the (loud) voice for a generation. We may idolise the women of Sex in the City, or try to decipher which character we are from Friends, but Broad City invites us to look at the reality of life in the big city.…
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Artist spotlight: Annabella Design Co
In the second instalment of or Artist Spotlight feature we speak to the creator of Annabella Design Co about her new whimsical new collection of stickers (Available tomorrow 11/08/20), the inspiration for her designs, and her plans for the future. Why did you decide to create Annabella Design Co? I’ve always wanted to run a…
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Artist Spotlight: Tom Camp
Illustration is a massive love of ours, so who better to kickstart our artist spotlight with than illustrator and pro screen printer Tom Camp. Tom studied illustration at the Norwich School of Art, and went on to work as a commercial screen printer in London before moving to Nottingham. We speak to Tom about his…
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The Last Black Man in San Francisco: a love letter to the city
A tale of friendship, racial gentrification and false illusions, The Last Black Man in San Francisco is a socially apt case study on the cities plagued with crumbling culture as the white middle class buy up property, taking ownership of diverse cities for themselves. The film is centered on Jimmie and his friend Montgomery,…
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Our favourite Etsy stores-Part 2
As you know from our previous articles we love an Etsy store. Buying handmade and vintage from the comfort of your own home has never been easier. It’s really important we support independent businesses, especially in these uncertain times. So we’ve compiled a list of 5 more Etsy stores we love and want to support.…
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