Tumblr (3.0; @mcmanusla)http://blog.mcmanus.la/<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4hl5jXdAF1r3mnsvo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>We were lucky enough to come across this beautiful 30 year old sharpener to use during the development of our new pieces. Our favorite part is the handle made of horn.</p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23616085642http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23616085642Wed, 23 May 2012 10:41:43 -0700mcmanusdetailsdesigntoolsvintagelos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4ftjzJvnR1r3mnsvo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>MCMANUS LIFE</p> <p>In the process of creating our new bags, there is perhaps no tool more important than this knife. The tools used are just as important as what the tools can create.</p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23554639393http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23554639393Tue, 22 May 2012 11:49:09 -0700mcmanusdesignmens accessorieslos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m4eccbYMbY1r3mnsvo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>MCMANUS LIFE</p> <p>In our Los Angeles studio, we’ve become fully immersed in design for the new collection. These days are packed with sketching, cutting, folding and sewing to get things right where we want them. From concept to creation.</p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23508635725http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23508635725Mon, 21 May 2012 16:38:35 -0700mcmanusmcmanus lifedesignmens accessorieslos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m430bskVzc1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>With our <a href="http://shop.mcmanus.la/waxed-ipad-sleeve/" title="WAXED IPAD SLEEVE">Waxed Canvas iPad Sleeve</a> we’ve created a simple, yet functional way to secure and protect your iPad without any fuss of a bulky case. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23254505063http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23254505063Thu, 17 May 2012 16:01:01 -0700mcmanusdetailsproductsipad sleeveipadwaxed canvascanvas goodswwIIapplelos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m42t6mErmf1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>Blonde leather tab with MCMANUS logo on the side of each of our <a href="http://shop.mcmanus.la/pouches/" title="ZIPPER POUCHES">Zipper Pouches</a>. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23191032253http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23191032253Wed, 16 May 2012 16:01:04 -0700mcmanusdetailscanvas goodsLeather Goodsaviator collectionzipper pouchwalletsMen's accessorieslos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m42sph5Tm61r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>With The iPad Case in re-purposed canvas we’ve created a beautiful, yet highly functional case that props up perfectly for typing.  </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23129147311http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23129147311Tue, 15 May 2012 16:01:19 -0700mcmanusdetailsipadipad caseslos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m42rf9Umdk1r3mnsvo1_r1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>ART IN THE STREETS: LOS ANGELES</p> <p>A hidden piece by <a href="http://www.space-invaders.com" title="INVADER">Invader</a> at the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23110568103http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23110568103Tue, 15 May 2012 10:33:00 -0700mcmanusart in the streetsstreet artartinvaderspace invadermocageffenlos angeles<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m41afcAemp1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>Our Card & Cash Wallet comes in two styles: canvas+leather and an all leather version. It offers simple and classic design with a dedicated picture ID space. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23062942395http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/23062942395Mon, 14 May 2012 15:28:24 -0700mcmanusdetailsproductsMen's accessoriesmen's walletsLeather Goodscanvas goodslos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3tmpqAvfQ1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>ART IN THE STREETS: LOS ANGELES</p> <p>Here’s a great piece by <a href="http://www.space-invaders.com" title="INVADER">Invader</a>, a world famous street artist known for his unique style of creating original pieces of art using tiles with a reference to the classic Space Invaders video game. His work has been in Los Angeles since the 1990’s. This piece is on the outside of Shepard Fairey’s studio on Sunset Blvd.</p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22865037491http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22865037491Fri, 11 May 2012 16:01:02 -0700mcmanusart in the streetsartstreet artlos angelesinvaderspace invadershepard fairey<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3tmbemGcv1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>Each <a href="http://shop.mcmanus.la/dopp-kit/" title="DOPP KIT">Dopp Kit</a> we make uses high quality canvas and leather with RiRi zippers. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22846591207http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22846591207Fri, 11 May 2012 09:44:45 -0700mcmanusdetailsdopp kitLeather Goodscanvas goodsmens accessoriesRiRitoiletry bags<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3pumouTSo1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>ART IN THE STREETS: LOS ANGELES</p> <p>Echo Park is the home to this <a href="http://www.jr-art.net" title="JR">JR</a> piece on Sunset Blvd. located on the side of an apartment building. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22805003252http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22805003252Thu, 10 May 2012 16:01:43 -0700mcmanuslos angelesart in the streetsstreet artjrsunset blvd.echo park<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3ofbhLUnn1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>Our Zipper Pouches come in three sizes to hold a range of items that you’ll want to keep in one place. This Small Zipper Pouch from our Tribute Collection features RiRi zippers with antique brass finish and leather trims. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22784930476http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22784930476Thu, 10 May 2012 09:56:00 -0700mcmanusdetailsproductsAccessoriesRiRiwwIILeather Goodscanvas goodslos angelesmade in usaZipperspoucheswallets<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3o0j7HJlx1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>EXHIBITIONS: LOS ANGELES</p> <p>TRANSMISSION LA: AV CLUB</p> <p><a href="http://benjaminqjones.org/indexhibit/" title="BEN JONES">Ben Jones</a> put together this animated neon grid tunnel in order to enter his 8-bit projection room, which did not disappoint. See our post about Ben Jones and his work at the show. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22742214155http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22742214155Wed, 09 May 2012 16:00:24 -0700mcmanusexhibitionsmuseumsMOCAgeffenTransmission LAben joneslos angeles<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3ny0u3NYH1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>Our <a href="http://shop.mcmanus.la/leather-ipad-case/" title="CLASSIC IPAD CASE LEATHER">Classic iPad Case</a> comes in an all leather version, which is made from crazy horse leather, which creates a beautifully well-worn petina over time. Which means, the more its used, the better it looks. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22721393756http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22721393756Wed, 09 May 2012 09:51:24 -0700mcmanusdetailsipadipad casesLeather Goodslos angelesmade in usa<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3ipnyn26q1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>EXHIBITIONS: LOS ANGELES</p> <p>TRANSMISSION LA: AV CLUB</p> <p>An incredible piece done by <a href="http://benjaminqjones.org/indexhibit/" title="BEN JONES">Ben Jones</a>, using projections to take people into a cartoon-like reality. Each wall, including the floors is animated to make the viewer feel as though traveling down a road and looking into the face of a rising and setting sun. The children in this photo truly captured the essence that most people felt in this room, part of us wanting to simply sit and enjoy the artistic efforts, the other part of us feeling completely whisked away into a parallel universe. Our kudos to Ben Jones for his great work. </p> <p>About the artist: <span>Ben Jones (Pittsburgh, 1977) lives and works in Providence, Rhode Island. He holds a BFA from the Massachusetts College of Art. Selected exhibitions and screenings include: Foxy Productions, New York (solo); Andreas Melas Presents, Athens (solo); Deitch Projects, New York; Peres Projects, Berlin; Pace Wildenstein, New York; CANADA, New York; Green on Red Gallery, Dublin; The Museum of Modern Art, New York; The New Museum of Contemporary Art, New York; Tate Britain, London; Musee d’ Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris/ARC, Paris; Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco; The Liverpool Biennial, Liverpool.</span></p> <p><span>See our original post about TRANSMISSION LA <a href="http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22341423141/exhibitions-los-angeles-transmission-la-av" title="TRANSMISSION LA: AV CLUB">here</a>. </span></p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22677914723http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22677914723Tue, 08 May 2012 16:01:21 -0700mcmanusexhibitionsmuseumsexhibitsMOCATransmission LAben jones<a href="http://timhein.com.au/2012/05/01/design-fetish-part-3-interview-with-erwin-mcmanus/">Design Fetish Interview with Erwin McManus</a>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22677086467http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22677086467Tue, 08 May 2012 15:51:53 -0700mcmanusblogstim heinfashiondesigninterviews<iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/39365280" width="400" height="224" frameborder="0"></iframe><br/><br/><p>Introducing ART PRINTS</p> <p>We’re happy to add a new experience to the MCMANUS brand. Our curated art prints are limited edition expressions of our experiences and values: BEAUTY. STORY. MEANING. </p> <p>Our first print is called EARTH, and can be bought <a href="http://shop.mcmanus.la/earth/" title="EARTH">here</a> in our online store. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22661578859http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22661578859Tue, 08 May 2012 11:33:29 -0700mcmanusartearthart printslimited editionphotography<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3io5oATtk1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>From our <a href="http://shop.mcmanus.la/iphone-smartphone-case/" title="IPHONE CASE">iPhone Case</a>, made from canvas and leather, and features a centered elastic band to secure the phone and add an elegant style line to its aesthetic. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22657816340http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22657816340Tue, 08 May 2012 10:01:49 -0700mcmanusdetailsiphone caseLeather Goodscanvas goodsiphonelos angelesmade in usaproducts<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3ik7ma18o1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>EXHIBITIONS: LOS ANGELES</p> <p>TRANSMISSION LA: AV CLUB</p> <p>Piece by <a href="http://sanfordbiggers.com" title="SANFORD BIGGERS">Sanford Biggers</a>.</p> <p>A little about the artist:</p> <p><span>A native of Los Angeles, California, and current New York resident, Sanford Biggers uses the study of ethnological objects, popular icons, and the Dadaist tradition to explore cultural and creative syncretism, art history, and politics. An accomplished musician, Biggers often incorporates performative elements into his sculptures and installations, resulting in multilayered works that act as anecdotal vignettes, at once full of wit and clear formal intent. Biggers has won several awards including: The Creative Time Travel Grant, Creative Capital  Project Grant, New York Percent for the Arts Commission, Art Matters Grant, New York Foundation for the Arts Award in performance art/multidisciplinary work, the Lambent Fellowship in the arts, the Pennies From Heaven/ New York Community Trust Award, Tanne Foundation Award, Rema Hort Mann Foundation Award Grant, James Nelson Raymond Fellowship from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and a Camille Hanks-Cosby Fellowship.</span></p> <p>Mr. Biggers has also participated in several prestigious national and international artist residencies and fellowships including; Akademie Schloss Solitude, Stuttgart, Germany, Ujazdowski Castle, Warsaw, Poland, Headlands Center for the Arts, Sausalito, California, ARCUS Project Foundation, Ibaraki, Japan, and the Art in General/ Trafo Gallery Eastern European Exchange in Budapest, Hungary. He has been a fellow of the Socrates Sculpture Park Residency, the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council World Views AIR Program, the Eyebeam Atelier Teaching Residency, the Studio Museum AIR Program, the P.S. 1 International Studio Program, and the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture residency.</p> <p>Sanford Biggers’ installations, videos, and performances have appeared in venues worldwide including the Tate Britain and Tate Modern, London, the Whitney Museum and Studio Museum in Harlem, New York, and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco, as well as institutions in China, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Poland and Russia. Sanford has been included in several notable shows such as Prospect 1/ New Orleans Biennial, Illuminations at the Tate Modern, Performa 07,  the Whitney Biennial and Freestyle at the Studio Museum in Harlem. He has also had solo exhibitions at Grand Arts, Kansas City, Mary Goldman Gallery, Los Angeles, Kenny Schachter’s ROVE gallery, London, Triple Candie, New York, D’Amelio Terras Gallery, New York, Contemporary Art Museum, Houston, Matrix/Univ.of Berkeley Museum, Berkeley, Zamek Ujazdowski, Warsaw as well as venues in Hungary, Indonesia, Japan.</p> <p>In 2009, Sanford will realize several new commission works for the New York Percent for the Arts, Creative Capital, New York, The Kitchen, New York, and Harvard University’s Office of Fine Arts.</p> <p>Biggers is presently full time faculty at Virginia Commonwealth University Sculpture and Expanded Media program and a visiting scholar at Harvard University’s VES and OFA Departments for 2009.</p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22614200429http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22614200429Mon, 07 May 2012 16:01:42 -0700mcmanusexhibitionsMOCATransmission LAsanford biggersartdesignlos angelesmuseumsexhibits<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3iicxpmlF1r3mnsvo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>DETAILS</p> <p>Our <a href="http://shop.mcmanus.la/dopp-kit/" title="DOPP KIT">Dopp Kits</a> are full of little details that we love, including beautiful leather trims with our Erwin McManus Signature logo on the handle. </p>http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22593111431http://blog.mcmanus.la/post/22593111431Mon, 07 May 2012 09:54:00 -0700mcmanusdetailsdopp kitlos angelesmade in usaLeather Goodscanvas goodsmens accessories