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Subversive Subway Signage

subvert subway signage photo by gail worley
Photos By Gail

New York City commuters were treated to a moment of unexpected wit recently at the street-level subway entrance on 34th Street and Eighth Avenue, adjacent to the Moynihan Train Hall. What normally reads simply as Subway in its stoic, Helvetica signage had been slyly altered to say something far cheekier:  Subvert.

Whether this was the work of a renegade graphic designer, a conceptual artist with a MetroCard, or simply someone with a roll of black tape and a dream, the modification caused us to pause and smirk — a rare feat in this city. Continue reading Subversive Subway Signage

Transform Your Dorm Room with Neon Signs: A Guide to Style and Function

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Looking to add a personal touch to your dorm room without breaking the bank? Neon signs are a great way to bring some flair to your space, giving it both character and a cool, inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re creating the perfect study environment or simply aiming for that Instagram-worthy aesthetic, neon accents can do wonders. The best part? Achieving that sought-after neon glow doesn’t have to be expensive.
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Short Guide to Buying the Best Door Signs

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Buying anything can turn into an interesting journey, especially if you have very specific criteria for the purchase. This is often the case with Door Signage — essential for proper space organization and used by humanity for centuries. But who said that standard plates with hackneyed designs from the mass market will satisfy the needs of everyone who’s looking for those signs? Considering this, we recommend you pay more attention to custom door signs.

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Modern Art Monday Presents: Ito Barrada, Palm Sign


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Palm Sign (2010) is part of a larger body of work in which artist Ito Barrada explores how the symbol of the palm tree is used in marketing campaigns to promote ‘contemporary’ Morocco. Continue reading Modern Art Monday Presents: Ito Barrada, Palm Sign

Pink Thing of the Day: Glitz Glam Neon Sign

glitz glam neon sign photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

We definitely need more Glitz and Glam in our lives in 2023, amiright?

Neon Sign Photographed at Glitz Glam Nail Salon In Los Angeles, CA!