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Michael Riedel’s Powerpoint at David Zwirner Gallery

Michael Riedel Powerpoint
All Photos by Gail

In my own words, I would describe German artist Michael Riedel’s Powerpoint as repetitive, minimalist geometric designs on large canvases, mounted on wallpaper mimicking the same design. As far as how he came up with these specific images, however, and what it all “means,” I admit I couldn’t really get my head around it. Here’s an explanation from the show’s press release:

“Since the late 1990s, Michael Riedel has advanced his own model of a self-sustaining artistic production, continuously using reproductions as a means to “reintroduce the system of art into the art system.”

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Pink Thing of The Day: Pink Pantone Barbie!

Pink Pantone Barbie Doll
Collector’s Edition!

This fabulous Barbie was spotted at the Toys ‘R’ Us in Times Square: a store so gargantuan it has its own Ferris Wheel!

Thanks to Mary Mo Wu for the Image!

Elvis Presley’s Burnin’ Love Cinnamon Mints!

Elvis Presley Burnin Love Cinnamon Mints Tin

Elvis Presley — The King! — Offers you (or your Valentine, hint hint) a tiny hunk of Burnin’ Love in the form of these Cinnamon Flavored Mints! Here is what you get:

  • Collectible Tin featuring Elvis
  • Cinnamon-flavored mints
  • Net wt. 1 oz (28.3 g)
  • Tin size: 3-1/2″ x 2-3/4″ x 1/2″

Sale Priced at just $3.95 and available at This Link! (Sadly, this item is no longer available)

Elvis Presley Burnin' Love Cinnamon Mints Candy in Collectible Tin
“Thank You Very Much, For the Mint.”

Jello Biafra Throbblehead Announced!

Jello Biafra, the original political punk and former ringmaster of Dead Kennedys, is now an official Aggronautix throbblehead! Capturing the outspoken vocalist’s signature look from the ‘80s, Jello is accurately sculpted right down to the piercing glare, star belt buckle and t-shirt with the logo of Biafra’s record label, Alternative Tentacles. Limited to 1000 numbered units, the Jello Biafra Throbblehead stands at 7 inches tall and is made of super strong polyresin. Jello Biafra is the eleventh iconic personality to be polyresinated by Aggronautix. In May of 2009, the company launched with a highly popular G.G. Allin 1991 figure, which was limited to 2000 numbered units. Selling for just $19.95 each, orders will ship the first week of December — just in time for Holiday Gift Giving! Click on This Link to Purchase!

Tim Burton Character Playing Cards!

OMG this  is so cool:  a deck of playing cards emblazoned with colorful images of Tim Burton’s best loved characters, such as Stain Boy, Toxic Boy and Oyster Boy, among many others! Do you want them for your 7 year old boy? Each deck of collectible playing cards featuring the art of Tim Burton (deck measures 2-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 3/4″) sells for just $4.95 at This Link!