I really enjoyed this Ted because Chris Bangle taps into an idea which actually became a running theme or throughline at Canvas - the ability to find and highlight the artistry in everything that we look to bring into the shop. Cars, sneakers, apparel, books, photos, canvases are all art (sometimes good and sometimes bad) - if you take the time to see it. Funny aside - the design teams he is speaking of chose Malibu as their design studio homebase. Enjoy
CANVAS has had many wonderful celebrity images that have been on our walls courtesy of some of the greatest music and celebrity photographers alive, and with the help of some of the best galleries in the country. Here is a mix of images from shows past . Give a call for further assistance. CANVAS 310.317.9895 :) Enjoy!!!
In 1973, Martin Cooper changed the world, although he didn’t know it yet.
Cooper and his team at Motorola, the communications company, created maybe the only thing that runs the lives of business professionals and teenagers alike — the cell phone.
It was the size of a brick and wasn’t commercially sold for another decade. But as Cooper demonstrated on a New York sidewalk, it worked.
The concept of cellular technology had already been created by Motorola’s rival, AT&T, whose Bell Labs introduced a system allowing calls to be moved from one cell to another while remaining on the same channel. But AT&T was focusing this technology on the car phone.
Cooper wanted people to have freedom to talk on the phone away from their cars. So in reaction, he and Motorola embarked on a project to create a more portable device.
Motorola spent three months building a prototype for a portable, mobile handset that Cooper publicly demonstrated in April of 1973. The company’s first commercial cellular phone, the “DynaTAC,” went on sale 10 years later.
Cooper, now 81, is founder of ArrayComm, a company working to improve cellular networks, smart antenna and wireless communication. He and his wife are also inventors of the Jitterbug, a simplified cell phone geared to senior citizens.
Here is an edited transcript of our conversation:
Kate’s (canvas gallery associate) husband Sam Wolfson debuts his latest play “PLAYDATES” this week, and we encourage you all to support them both by going to see it. - SUPPORT ART -
LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT DATE ACTIVITY THIS SUMMER? THEN CHECK OUT THE BRAND NEW WORLD PREMIERE COMEDY FROM JEWTOPIA’S CO-CREATOR SAM WOLFSON. TICKETS ONLY 20 DOLLARS!!!! HURRY – SHOWS SELLING OUT!!!!!
Okay so this video is not new, but Eminem is back in business. Like my nephew Gregory will tell you, Uncle Arlington is old school hip-hop (who new hip-hop would even make it to an old school), Jay-z, Nas, DRE, Ice Cube, P.E., Das Efx, Outcast… that is my stuff. I do however hold a special space for Em, DMX and the LOX, who I do consider to be new school. Hip-hop is the CNN of … (shout out to Chuck D) you know the rest - if you know!!
Being able to be play a small part in the showcasing of a Classic American Heritage brand (Wolverine est 1883) as it moves in a new direction is humbling. The video that appears above is the first in a series that will culminate in a super special limited edition cordovan boot that will be in our shop for fall10. Enjoy the process and shortly you will be able to enjoy the finished product.(Wolverine 1000 mile boots are currently available at Canvas)
Hiruma’s story is unique. Born in Japan, he has been pursuing age-old Italian craftsmanship in Florence, Italy for nearly a decade. Choosing to immerse himself in the historical home where Renaissance and industrial design have converged for centuries, Hiruma’s unique and modern sensibility blends with his unmistakable skill and artistry to create four amazing converse styles for Spring 2010. The Jack Purcell created by Sak is exclusively available at Canvas 310.317.9895.
This shoe is the BENTLEY of SNEAKERS. EACH PAIR WAS MADE BY HAND - PIECE BY PIECE, ONE AT A TIME .The ART, CRAFTSMANSHIP, TRADITION AND EXCLUSIVITY that went into the construction, design and distribution of this shoe is remarkable. Every few years a sneaker brand does something so interesting that you really have to stand-up and take notice. Shoes off to Sak and Converse and for this amazing interpretation of the Jack Purcell.
High-fashion label Sak and Converse First String come together for second round of collaborative footwear. With the original collection released earlier this year, the 2010 summer collection combines elements of Converse’s iconic profiles with sak sensibilities including traditional construction methods. The Ryusaku Hiruma-designed capsule combines touches of Japanese and Italian culture through the One Star and Jack Purcell with a video documenting Hiruma’s process. The 2010 summer collection is available this month at select retailers in the US , Sak’s New York and Canvas, Malibu for the Jack Purcell exclusively. Art, Tradition, Craftsmanship and Exclusivity. Give a call 310.317.9895
What exactly do you do? I do two things; a. I allow people living outside of the US to shop online at any US website and have their items delivered directly to their home. b. I ship goods to any part of the world efficiently and at an affordable price.
The best toning shoe ever. Works muscle and looks cool doing it. What else can you ask for other than your size. No we do not have them in men’s sizes.
True Balance breakthrough balance board technology offers stylish comfort with enhanced muscle toning and calorie burning while you walk. The lightweight, fashion-forward 1100 is the new pulse of the wellness movement; whether you lace them up because they look great or for the health benefit, you’re in for a comfortable ride.