Pondering about the humble necktie? Those strips of fabric originating from 17th century Croatian mercenaries elevated by King Louis XIII to royal accessory status? Now, they undergo countless changes, reflect art movements, and give men a shot of expressing their artistic sides. Lads, next time you tie one on, remember it's not just fashion, it's history against your Adam's...
Lost to Time: Tom Gillespie, 1907–1947
Tom Gillespie, fifth among eight siblings, was born in 1907 in Oudtshoorn, South Africa. After initially embracing barber-hood, military life caught his fancy. He served, got married, cut hair, served again, then settled in Kimberley. In 1947, at only 40, he concluded his life's whirlwind adventure, leaving a legacy of an absent father and husband, despite the merits earned in...
Photography | Custom-Built Light Box
Ladies and gents, behold the multi-tasking wonder of the art world - the custom-built light box! Perfect for e-commerce and food photography, this fine specimen offers controlled lighting, a changeable foam or wooden background and even color-shifting powers. It's washable, curve-adjustable, and mobile with removable LED lights. Unfortunately, it couldn't emigrate during Covid. Bummer!...
