The Work Magazine Blog
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THANKS FOR TRYING // PIPER INGRAM
NAME: Piper Ingram
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? The bass player for Honeymoon Screams mostly, but on the dance floor I channel my inner Fred Astaire.
WEBSITE: facebook.com/honeymoonscreams
ARE YOU LEGAL?: in 48 states
LOCATION: Angelino Heights, Los Angeles
WHAT YOU GOT: My dog Ted Nugent, Levis denim jacket, my ex-boyfriend’s shirt & Jeffrey Campbell wedges.
THANKS FOR TRYING AGENT: Elizabeth Baudouin
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OFFSET - SKATEBOARDING
FILM PREMIERE
MAY // 19 // 2012
The introduction of our new skateboarding contributors is based around the idea of “the individual”. In the context of COMUNE, our contributors are all different from one another. The team is made up of multifaceted people from around the world with varying interests. In turn we are exposed to more than just skateboarders skateboarding, but individuals with multiple means of expression, living life on their own terms.
Following in the footsteps of the Drop City artist collective, we look to elevate our contributors at any juncture, whether it’s the driven up-and-comer or the veteran pro. We value the work ethic, style and voice of the individuals and only see it fit that they have the same platform to convey their message. Our aim is to continue to push skateboarding through our contributor’s deep-rooted involvement.
The OFFSET event is primarily acting as an introduction for our new roster of skaters including Josh Murphy, Al Partanen, Jordan Sanchez, Joseph Lopez and Nial Frederickson. To introduce our programs aesthetic, we figured a video would be ideal. Visually we wanted something that was not only cohesive with the COMUNE identity, but something that could also act in an additive and subtractive manner. Conclusively, we produced a video in which each part seemed like it was from it’s own video. In doing so the video demands the viewers attention, almost forcing the viewer to watch it more than once to grasp and understand the concept. The video and event are titled OFFSET, referring to the counterbalance within our program, our riders, and their differing backgrounds within the video’s varying aesthetics.OFFSET
MAY // 19 // 2012
KUNG PAO KITTY // 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
6445 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Skateboarding Contributors:
JORDAN SANCHEZ
AL PARTANEN
NIAL FREDERICKSON
JOSH MURPHY
JOSEPH LOPEZ(Source: theworkmag.com)
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What do you do?
I’m a publicist, so lots of writing, emailing, Skyping, texting, talking, pitching,
strategizing, organizing, nagging, nudging, screen-shooting, cutting, pasting and
thinking…
How did you get to where you are now?
I’ve literally had a full time job since I was 15 years old. I remember wanting to
turn 16 so that I could drive and 15 so that I could work.
What made you turn to this direction?
I think I was born facing this direction and after several knockdown, drag-out
fights, I just went with it.
Was this always your dream job?
I think so, yes. Looking back, I can see how this all makes sense. I’ve never
known EXACTLY where I’m going, but the bigger picture I’ve always been able
to see. For example, I always knew that I wanted to travel and from a very young
age I used to fantasize about seeing the world, so when those opportunities
started to appear through work I was ready.
How much of the week is work, how much is play?
It’s mostly work, but I work with people I believe in and respect, so it’s okay.
How do you find your inspiration and do you find it easy to stay
organized?
I like to look at art, take pictures, read, spend time with my friends, listen to
music, close my eyes and try and see what something might look like if it were to
actually happen.
As far as organization goes- I have a lot going on. I’m not exactly what you would
call type A personality, but I keep a calendar, write things down and ask for help
when I need it.
How important is your work, and do you feel it defines you?
My work is very important, but I don’t think it defines me. There are too many
outside factors to my job to say that. Plus, work can be taken away. The people
closest to me in my life, my loves, and actions define me.
What has been the most exciting thing you have done with your work,
and what is a dream situation you’d like to find yourself in?
A few experiences I’ve had that I found particularly exciting were thinking how
awesome it would be if Bjork was on my plane to Iceland and then Bjork being
on my plane to Iceland; Seeing James Hetfield backstage at the Phoenix when I
was in high school and him asking me a question because I was working there;
and traveling to Europe for the first time.
How do you define your personal style, work and clothing, etc.
I have no idea to answer that question, but my dad likes to tell me I have
champagne taste on a beer budget!
Do you listen to music during your work day?
Yes! Music and NPR. All Things Considered every day all day.
Lastly, basic Info:
Jessie@JessieIsCohen.comPhotos by Tyler Parker, Video by Sharsten Plenge
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THANKS FOR TRYING
NAME: Han Lee
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? Amazing
WEBSITE:
ARE YOU LEGAL?: Sometimes
LOCATION: California
WHAT YOU GOT: Urban outfitters slip dress and onesie, Vintage suede fringe vest from thrift store in Texas, Jeffrey Campbell Shoes, Vintage Sunglasses & Bag
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WORKAHOLIC // GREG LASWELL
What do you do?
I’m a recording artist, songwriter, producer, and recording engineer.Where is your work space?
In my apartment in Brooklyn, NY
How did you get to where you are now?
Not having a plan B.What made you turn to this direction?
Being a control freak I suppose. It was years ago that my band in college kept wasting money to record in studios with results that I didn’t like. I decided to do it myself instead. I knew absolutely nothing about it, but I quickly fell in love.Was this always your dream job?
Yes, for as long as I can remember. My mom has a photo of me as a kid singing in the backyard using a rake as a guitar. I wasn’t 5 yet.
How much of the week is work, how much is play?
Depends. It changes for me. When I am on tour, it’s work all day, everyday. When I am home, I’m in the studio everyday, whether I’m learning more about what I do, or getting new ideas down.
How do you find your inspiration?
Films mostly. I’m much more likely to write a song after seeing a good movie with good music, than after hearing a good song. A lot of my songs end up being ‘cinematic’ as a result.
How important is your work, and do you feel it defines you?
It is extremely important to me. For a spell there, it was all I had. I used to feel like it completely defined me. The older I get, I’m starting to feel it is the other way around.
What has been the most exciting thing you have done with your work, and what is a dream situation you’d like to find yourself in?
For me, it was the first time I sold out the Bowery Ballroom in New York City. There was something about that moment that I won’t forget. I’d like to start writing and scoring for films. I’ve written single songs for TV and film, but I’d like to get into scoring next.
How do you define your personal style, work and clothing, etc.
My wife says I dress like a preppy kid that has been rolled in dirt. My work style is not consistent. There are days I will go in the studio for 45 minutes. There are other days that I will be in there for 20 hours straight.
Do you listen to music during your workday?
No. Never.
What’s something someone may not know about you?
I like to kill fish.
Anything else you would like to say or for us to know?
Fight the good fight? Or something like that.
Greg Laswelll’s new album, “Landline” is out now on Vanguard Records. Check out his live show at the El Rey in Los Angeles on May 31st and The Bowery Ballroom in NYC on June 20th. For all tour dates visit www.greglaswell.com.
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ARE YOU A SECRET COMPOSER?
Can you imagine composing music for a philharmonic? AND then receive a world premiere performance? The Brooklyn Philharmonic is looking for Brooklyn musicians interested in expanding their musical ideas by composing music for orchestra and string quartet. Since this is now a not-so-secret dream of mine and I’d keel over if I ever got the opportunity, I figure some of our readers will share my enthusiasm. I’m most certain there’s quite a few of you that will fit the bill for this application. If you win, I expect an email.
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INSPIRATION STATION
Currently in love with Anna Garforth, an amazing typographer and environmental artist. The eco-graffiti trend has been on the rise, and this UK based artist is making some of the most beautiful work out there.
- Jenelle Campbell
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LIA HALLORAN // SUBLIMATION | TRANSMUTATION
This Saturday celebrates the opening night of our friend Lia Halloran’s solo exhibition Sublimation | Transmutation presented by Martha Otero Gallery in Los Angeles.
With a devoted interest in physics, chemistry and the behavior of natural elements in the guise of contemporary art practices, Lia stages her solo exhibition Sublimation as a simultaneous investigation into the human form and the passage of time, where flesh undergoes a metamorphosis into crystallized figures.
What begins as a dual depiction of close friends used as live models and crystalline forms becomes a performance; the unpredictable nature of the heavy blue ink acts upon and within the smooth, oily paper. Halloran describes this work as a ‘negotiation’ between the medium, engaging in a game of action and reaction via ink pen, creating an image fluctuating between strict representation, the intangible object and the inherent fluidity of the medium.
Halloran will also show a unique incarnation of the Periodic Table of Elements, re-interpreting and combining figures into various chemical states of the 118 elements. The doors open at 6 and we couldn’t be more excited.
Martha Otero Gallery
820 N Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
For more information:
www.liahalloran.com // www.marthaotero.com
Photography by: www.inthemake.net
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