Cartographies of Time

A new book collecting data visualizations of time

In their new book “ Cartographies of Time,” Daniel Rosenberg and Anthony Grafton dissect and track the methods people used when attempting to record the passage of time. These timelines, lists and antiquated infographics reveal particular attitudes and novel approaches to documenting history. Rosenberg and Grafton organize Cartographies, naturally, in chronological order, tracing the earliest timelines from ancient Greece all the way to modern reinterpretations. …

Faena Nueva

Potter Adam Silverman's interpretations of Spanish bullfights

Inspired by the spectacle of matadors and bulls, potter Adam Silverman’s new works merge “beauty with ugliness, elegance and violence.” The artist, also the L.A. director of Heath ceramics, will display his gorgeously tortuous works in the upcoming show “Faena Nueva” at Heath’s L.A. studio. Drawing on childhood memories of bullfights that his uncle took him to in Spain, Silverman combines the vivid hues of …

SkoobaWraps

New cushy swaddling and smart organizers for better gadget transport

SkoobaWraps, padding cleverly-designed to protect almost any object, eases the worries of any tech-toters. Available in three sizes, the wraps have an 1/8″ foam interliner and velcro tabs on all four corners allow for any number of configurations. The versatility works particularly well for the odd shapes of cameras, but also conveniently packs flat when not in use. Another new handy item from the same …