This was too cool not to share.
Following Pop Sci through twitter, I came across this article on Google Maps imagery of the worlds largest Airplane Graveyard. Airplane Graveyards fascinate me and the ability to look down on one in this much detail from way above the Earth is incredible. Go to the full story here on the Pop Sci website, and if you are ever in Tucson make sure and stop by the “Boneyard” (Pima Air and Space Museum)
In the future, when we’re all zooming around on our jetpacks and hoverboards, we may want to consider protecting our heads, and while we’re at it, we might as well look cool.
Concrete World illustrator Jetti Lewis and myself found ourselves in a Diesel Store where we came across these fantastic helmets. They are insane. The design is classic, yet futuristic. It is military and civilian at the same time. You can place on the white version and easily blend in with the rest of Rogue Squadron preparing for an assault on the Death Star (Orange flight suit not included). With the green or black painted version you’ll look as though you’ve stepped right out of some alt history USSR tank video game.
And get this, the helmets were produced with AGV, an Italian Motorcycle helmet maker, so these things not only look cool, they may actually save your neck… or head.
Specs on the helmet can be found here
If you’d like to buy the creative team behind Concrete World a helmet, please email us for our sizes… Wink Wink.
Finally, in my research on these fantastic helmets I came across this viral video Diesel produced to get the word out about their latest endeavor. Worth a viewing, trust me.
Okay, demons are not really trying to eat your children… I mean they could be, but how would I know? If they were, Concrete World illustrator Jetti Lewis has depicted what it might look like. Below is a special treat, a glimpse into Jettila’s non-Concrete World art. Hope you enjoy! If that doesn’t quench your thirst find more of Jetti here.
Please please please let the writing for this film be good. Everything I have seen from TRON LEGACY, so far is perfect. It looks totally amazing. I just hope it’s well-written and accompanies the first film well.
From the images of an older Flynn (Jeff Bridges), to the light cycle battle that takes place on multiple planes (not just a flat surface), the casting of one of my favorite (super hot) actresses, Olivia Wilde (you may know her from House on Fox), and the super smart viral marketing stunt at Comic Con 2009, everything looks solid on this return to the world of TRON.
I just hope the story and the writing are as solid as everything else.
Also, I hope a good toy company gets the contract so I can buy every lightcycle and action figure they make.
I haven’t been seduced by modern 3D yet, but this could be the film to do it.
December 2010… I can’t wait!
Hidden away in Downtown San Diego during Comic Con last summer was a reproduction of FLYNN’S Arcade, it was filled with awesome old school video games and a secret door and passageway that led to a lightcycle from Legacy. Also, Flynn’s Arcade shirts, Flynn Lives shirts, and video games tokens for Flynn’s arcade were given away. Holy Awesome, right?
Wow, looks like it was a great time! Thanks to everyone who came out and colored their hearts out, the Paulie puppet never looked better!
Also a big thanks to DJ Slave1 and DJ Mike Rich!
Remember guys, the future isn’t set in CONCRETE…
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If you happen to live in the Denver area and also happen to love Industrial, Electronic and New Wave music, stop by The Milk Bar Saturday January 16th to celebrate the launch of The Concrete World!
DJ Slave1 and Mike Rich (master’s of all things electronic) will treat you to some great tunes, and Concrete World will treat you to a free T-Shirt if you are selected as some of the top cyberpunk fashion of the night!
The Milk Bar
1037 Broadway (alley entrance)
Denver CO.
10:00 PM
Come out and have a good time!
Wow. Anyone who’s been following cutting edge architecture the last few years knows about this massive giant. And now it is officially open. The world’s new “Tallest” man-made structure. This building is so massive and tall I’m not even sure we can call it a skyscraper, we may need to come up with a new term.
Housing multiple entities on different floors, this is truly a building of the future. Most skyscrapers serve one purpose, they are offices, or a hotel, or residence, etc… The Dubai Tower is all of that and more wrapped up into one building. Fascinating.
Even more fascinating is it’s construction, and the forward thinking that went into the design of its structural integrity. I must say, this building excites the hell out of me. This is the first of many buildings of the future. Those Metropolis skylines we’ve always fantasized about in our future fiction… well, this is part of that skyline.
CLICK HERE for a great in-depth article on the opening of the Dubai Tower.
The crowd from Resurrection at the El Rey Theater can see into the future (of fashion). Can you? If not, maybe these pics will help.
HAPPY NEW YEAR! We here in the Concrete World want to wish you the best of luck in 2010! It’s an exciting year for us, we’ll be uploading new content every month so check back often to see the strange fate of Paulie, Felix and Sera.
To celebrate the new year, I thought we’d interview Concrete World illustrator Jettila Lewis. Hope you enjoy.
photo courtesy of wreckthetapedeck
1.How is working on The Concrete World different than your work on Motor City?
Motor City was definitely easier to work on. Since it took place back in the day, there are so many references to draw from. With Concrete World, you have to come up with new concepts and ideas. You have to think outside the box and really use your imagination!
2. What do you like about working on Concrete World more than Motor City? What aspects of Motor City did you like more than Concrete World?
I love the challenge Concrete World presents me. I think the most challenging thing is coming up with what the people in the background are going to look like, as well as buildings and general background stuff. It’s hard, but it’s definitely helping me grow as an Artist.
With Motor City, I loved working in Black & White. It’s my thing! I really enjoy figuring out patterns and working with stark shadows. Also, I loved the monsters!
3. How has your process changed as you’ve worked the last few years?
My process is forever changing. I think with Motor City, I’ve gone through about 4 or 5 different techniques & schedules. Every time I come up with a new one, I try to make things simpler, but it can backfire if I don’t keep up with it.
So far, I’ve gone through 3 different processes for Concrete World. I think it’s obvious. There is a definite change of artwork with every few pages. But what I’m doing right now is definitely working!
4. Do you have a favorite character to draw for each title? Who and why?
My favorite character to draw in Motor City was definitely Frank! I rarely get the opportunity to draw someone who isn’t a typical looking character. Frank is awesome and dynamic. I love his mean belly and tough but fair attitude!
Paulie has to be my favorite character to draw in Concrete World so far. I try to make his posture and demeanor different from the other characters. Whenever I draw Paulie, I have to keep those things in mind.
5. Is there anything you hope to do with CW, that you couldn’t do on Motor City?
I know with Concrete World, Gavin and I will be able to reach a broader audience. More people will get to see our hard work and I think that’s what really matters. And maybe through Concrete World, people will discover Motor City! That would be pretty awesome.
6. Any wisdom for aspiring artists out there who want to work on comics whether it be for the web or print?
Wisdom? Oh jeez.
I got lucky when I started working with Gavin, ‘cause I met him through a mutual friend and he so happen to be a neato writer with cool stories. I think the only advice I can give to aspiring comic artists is:
Continue working hard & perfecting your craft!
If you’re serious and passionate about drawing comics; find someone to collaborate with (if you don’t have your own stories). You can find lots of people looking for artist floating around the Internet somewhere.
You don’t have to work in an awesome studio to make comics. You can be like me and hide under a table drawing pictures ‘til 4 in the morning!
-Jetti
A Letter From Clyde Wilcox, a short story from Concrete World creator Gavin Hignight, is included in the new Anthology SLEEPING WITH SNAKES: Notes from the Los Angeles Underbelly. The book has just been released by record label and publisher Orange Recordings.
Get your copy at Amazon.com now!!
