John Warwicker: The Floating World
As of today I am one of the lucky owners of a copy of The Floating World (Ukiyo-e) by graphic designer John Warwicker.
15 Sorting Algorithms in 6 Minutes
15 Sorting Algorithms in 6 Minutes. With sound. Surprisingly fascinating. Even if you aren't a nerd like me.
Further Reading
Steven Weinberg on what we know and don't know about physics. Words of wisdom from Jeff Bezos. Daily rituals: How artists work. The practice of practising. Tim Harford's ten email commandments. And more.
Highlights from the Spring 2014 Ready-to-Wear Collections
Some of my favourite outfits from the Spring 2014 RTW collections.
Walker Evans: American Photographs
In 1938, New York's Museum of Modern Art organized its first ever solo photography exhibition, a display of 100 photos by Walker Evans. Until 26 January 2014 MoMA is presenting a 75th anniversary reprise of the exhibition.
Further Reading
Creative people’s most important resource is their time. Interview with John Baldessari. Everything you ever wanted to know about the cashew. In search of darkness, an interview with Paul Bogard. Science is not the enemy of the humanities. And more.
Walker Evans and Vincent van Gogh Shoes
Walker Evans photograph of Floyd Burroughs' boots reminded of Vincent van Gogh's painting of two shoes.
Nigardsbreen Glacier
At the last minute I booked a short glacier hike on Nigardsbreen. I was glad I did. It was phenomenal.
Svellnosbreen Glacier
The hike across the Svellnosbreen went straight into the top 10 of things I've done in my life so far.
Jotunheimen National Park
Jotunheimen National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in Norway.
Dalsnibba
Dalsnibba was one of many highlights of my (first) road trip through Norway.
Norway
July 2013 I made a nine day road trip through Norway. I instantly fell in love.