Pentax is putting out a limited edition, all-white k2000. It might be the perfect entry level DSLR camera you need to start your photography career.  The camera comes with DA L 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL lens, and a white smc Pentax DA L 50-200mm F4-5.6 AL lens. For the full details of the camera go here.

Das Efx, Mic Checka, 1992

Imagine if skate graphics had gone immediately to this in the 1990′s?  We may have never seen the disappearance of rails, as these would have become dual-purpose decks.

Edition of 150 at Doodah

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ArtNet’s Charlie Finch gets all gypsy and reads the crystal ball for 2009

Watch-movies.net is a great site that consists of current and upcoming films online for your viewing pleasure. There is no downloading required, although you can download some of the films. Basically, you search for a movie and they will provide you with a list of possible links to choose from. Some are rated “good”, some “bad” and you click on one you like and there you go. The quality may vary, but they’re viewable and cost nothing! If you’re used to watching stuff on Youtube, then this is perfect for you.

The Redwing classic 875 workboot is the current must have status trend. If you want to take it to a “whole nutha level”, you need these.

Redwing have teamed up with Nom De Guerre on a project that really “makes sense”, with a finish that really provides the classic 875 boot with a new direction. The grey suede nubuck upper is consistent with the current season at Nom De Guerre and the theme of the collection. They have been available since December 26 at the Nom De Guerre New York store.

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“modern Spanish savings banks — commonly known as cajas in Castilian and caixas in Catalan — are strictly nonprofit institutions. While they may make money, they have no shareholders and pay no dividends. Profits, therefore, are meant to be devoted to the “public good” and the banks are at liberty to define this however they see fit.” What this means is money to put on International Art Exhibitions (like Beautiful Losers, above) and a good conscience.

See the NY Times Article and Slideshow

I am obsessed with Dr. Martens once again, and so it seems I am not alone. A handful of big name designer have used the company’s classic 1460 kicks (named after the label’s April 1 launch in 1960) as a blank canvas, deconstructing and redefining the cherry red eight-lace shoe.

You can’t  purchase the one-of-a-kind marabou-festooned or porno-covered boots but, you can check out all 69 designs on Dr. Martens’ special 1460 website

(above designed by Takeo Kikuchi.

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Can you find out what is wrong with this shot of Kate Beckinsale?

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As it is now the beginning of a new work week in the new year, you are reflecting on all of your accomplishments in 2008, and planning out your goals in 2009. Have you ever wondered what your drink says about you?  For example,

“Screwdriver – The Julius of cocktails. Also know as the Vod-orange-ka (thank you Michael Scott), the screwdriver says two things about you–one–that your drinking has not progressed since sophomore year of high school (which you clearly missed out on or are just now taking part in) and two–that you will be the target of every 45 year old guy in the bar that does more work in the gym than he does in the office.

Who drinks: High school/College women with an affinity to pretending they’re drunker than they are attractive.”

According to a ex-LA bartender observations you can decide if you need to change your drink for 2009, or it may help guide you through a night of drinking. Read more about what your drinks says about you at Banned in Hollywood.

Model Jessica Stam Enjoy yur first Monday of the new year.

It’s a holiday week at TWBE and we have been doing some maintenance and site updates. In 2009 we will be launching our newsletter, so sign up! And also a few little things like bigger images, music coverage and a couple surprises. Keep a look out for the 2 year anniversary party sometime in February (NYC). In the meantime check out our 2008 round ups below.

The Best of the Artorialust

The Collection of Muses from 2008

Shepard Fairey  every single print from 2008 slideshow

*Also if you’re into Xbox and war games, check out our Call of Duty Giveaway, answer a simple question and win a game.

Saturday, January 3, 2009 – 4:00 – 7:00

Giant Robot NY
437 E. 9th street
New York, NY 10009
(212) 674-GRNY
grny.net

Giant Robot is proud to host a “Choegal” release party attended by artist David Choe.

Raised on comic books, affected by street art, and inspired by crime, women, and music, Choe has developed a unique and restless style that is effortless yet meticulous and focused yet dirty. Since the artist contributed his first illustration to Giant Robot magazine in 1997, he has exhibited in solo shows around the world (at all three Giant Robot galleries as well as in Paris, Tokyo, and London) and also been featured on VBS-TV’s popular Thumbs Up! series. Choegal is his first wood figure: extremely detailed, totally hand painted, and featuring a head that rotates to expose three facial expressions. This piece is strictly limited to 1,000 pieces.

From 4:00-7:00 on Saturday, January 3, 2009, Choe will be on hand to sign Choegal figures, as well as the brand new issue of Giant Robot. In addition to writing his regular column, he provided cover art and design elements found throughout the magazine.