Black Mountain College

A definitive written account of the fabled experimental institution where Buckminster Fuller created his first dome and Merce Cunningham founded his dance company, as well as countless other artists who defined the 60’s avant-garde in America.

Link About It: This Week’s Picks

Instagram in space, Tokyo's POOL, unplayed Aphex Twin and more in our look at the web this week

1. The Injustice of Food Chains In a new, appropriately titled documentary short, “Food Chains,” the hands and hearts of the individuals producing our every day foods are unearthed. With so much interest in food globally—from its source to its nutritional value and artisanal appeal—it’s about time a film stepped up to share hidden stories of injustices plaguing farm workers. The three-minute long exposé asks: …

RENVI Jewelry

Structured jewelry inspired by Roman and Grecian architecture and handmade in LA

by Dominic Blackwell-Cooper In a city dominated by mass production and fast fashion, it’s always a treat to find a company boasting handmade pieces and limited runs. LA-based designer Morgan Cleary prides herself on just these things. Her line RENVI showcases an array of fine jewelry pieces—inspired by Roman and Grecian architecture—with a contemporary angle. “My goal is to re-invent society’s relationship with fine jewelry,” …