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Vlad Gorshkov — Sat, 12 May 2012 02:05:13 +0000

"RadicalFlow (RF) is a web based tool that allows you to build iPhone/iPad apps without knowing how to code. It is not a template where you make cookie cutter apps. Think of it like opening Photoshop or Powerpoint with a blank slate ready for your creative input. You can publish your apps through RadicalFlow if you dont have an Apple developers account or download the whole thing and submit to the app store yourself."

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Awesome iPad cases with pockets!

Vlad Gorshkov — Fri, 11 May 2012 01:40:13 +0000

I've been looking for a nice handmade case for my iPad and I spend almost an hour picking the one I wanted when I found these:

iPad Case with Pocket from BertiesCloset (Link to Etsy)

iPad Wool Case with Pocket by FeleCase (Link to Etsy)

iPad case with Picket by GraziaCases (Link to Etsy)

iPad 3 Pocket Case by Sandrastju (Link to Etsy)

They're so nice! I've been a hard-core believer of Etsy and its mission. It seems like its getting more and more popular and small businesses are actually making great business on Etsy. Anyway, just wanted to get these ones shown because they're nothing you see at the Apple Store or any other popular case makers, plus, they are cheaper, handmade and nice quality!

Photofall April 2012

Vlad Gorshkov — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:41:18 +0000

Went to the MET(Metropolitan Museum of Art) in New York City this month. Don't really know why I didn't go earlier. It seemed like I've been to a lot of Art Galleries and museums in the city, but somehow missed this one. And, it was the best, most memorable experience. I was mosly amazed by the whole wall brough from Egypt. Just blew me away. Check out some photos I took.

Modern Ukrainian painter Andrey Shwidkiy

Vlad Gorshkov — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:25:21 +0000

I've been a fan of modern and post-modern Ukrainian painters, and Shwidkiy definitely falls into that category. Ukrainian painters have a unique time to paint and express art ever since the collapse of USSR. Just like United States went through an artistic renaissance with the boom of industrial revolution, Ukrainian artist have that desire and freedom to express in the modern times.

I particularly like the expression and mood of Shwidkiy's paintings. Amazing technique: less brush, more scaffolding style of oil application in this one.

Check out few of my favorites:

A Day in the Internet - Infographic

Vlad Gorshkov — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 23:16:53 +0000

Check out this nicely designed infographic talking about what happens on the internet in one day. The numbers are crazy, and eye-opening. I really like the color choices in this infographic, it's always challenging to show data in a fun, easy way, but also make the whole graphic consistent. This one is definitely a well desinged infographic.

Favorite Font "Andes"

Vlad Gorshkov — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:26:54 +0000

I've ran across this font and I can't stop starring at it. Something very soothing in its lines and curves. My favorite letters are 'a' and 'e'; and 'e' because it's smiling at me. Very nice font by Daniel Hernández. Can't wait to buy and use it in some of my upcoming projects.

Andes

iPen By Cregle Review

Vlad Gorshkov — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 21:10:54 +0000

I got my iPen in the mail and was pretty excited about it. I didn't expect it to be anything as amazing as something Apple would make, but it ranked above my expectations. After using it for few hours I got much more comfortable with it and here's my simple list of pros and cons.

Heineken Club to be unveiled in Milan Design Week

Vlad Gorshkov — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:09:24 +0000

Heineken is doing something cool. Something that beer companies usually don't care about: talking about design. Just few months ago Heineken had it's design competition for their 2012 Bottle Design and I made it into top 100, out of 30,000 entries. Now, they are taking it one step further.

This April, the Milan Design Week 2012 will host a unique collaborative concept in nightclub design. International premium beer brand Heineken® has given a group of emerging designers a platform to showcase the finale of a unique year-long initiative called Heineken® Open Design Explorations Edition 1: The Club. The end result is a progressive pop-up club, the Heineken concept club, based on the theme of ‘Changing Perspectives’.

The Heineken concept club is designed to make the nightlife experience as enjoyable, social and memorable as possible. Over 100 clubbers from around the globe provided a range of questions for the designers to react to – such as creating an atmosphere, identifying yourself to the barman and leaving the club safely. Those insights challenged the designers to explore solutions to club design issues.

The venue will feature a flexible, origami-influenced structure, accommodating the flow of guests and an interactive bar. Lighting will be a key feature where by responsive surfaces and spaces at the venue will react with different lights to give a multitude of perspectives, encouraging social interaction between guests. Even the look of the clubbers’ Heineken bottles will change depending on the lighting. Concepts which encourage full participation and responsible consumption look to bring us an exciting result.

The Club to be unveiled from Tuesday, April 17 to Friday, April 20, 2012 at Via Privata Gaspare Bugatti 3, Zona Tortona, Milan.

Upcoming new Volvo V40

Vlad Gorshkov — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 22:45:29 +0000

Super excited for the new Volvo V40 being officially announced later in March 2012. It looks like a cross-over between the XC60 and C30.

Aeroflot for 2012 is Red; very Red!

Vlad Gorshkov — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:09:18 +0000

It still amazes me that Aeroflot hasn't taken out the Hammer and Sickle out of their logo. Does it really connect that well to soviet era of flying? Or is this just a nostalgia that is so routed into one of the oldest russian brands?

Either way, Aeroflot has to compete and it looks like they show of their beautiful women instead of their russian planes. I don't blame them.