Random Objects

WE HAVE MOVED

2011-03-13T21:50:00.008-04:00

Well we have officially moved our blog over to Tumblr. Many of you have already followed us over to Tumblr, but we want ALL OF YOU to come over!

Our new blog is http://random-objects.tumblr.com

It's our new home for all things Random Objects. So come on over!

ALWAYS WORKING

2011-02-02T23:00:00.002-05:00

"ALWAYS WORKING" is the newest addition to our growing line;and our first tee of 2011. This tee is for all us who are constantly working till all hours of the night or morning. As always, this design is printed on soft cottony American Apparel 2001 tees. There is an added bonus too... we have added new hem tags! A little something new for the New Year.

(click image to see more pics)

Lion For A Day Poster

2011-01-19T19:12:00.004-05:00

Let me start by saying THANK YOU to all of you for helping to make 2010 a great year for us! We really appreciate all of your support; it really helps to keep us going [and growing].

So what can we do to kickoff 2011... hmmm

(Available now in our online store - CLICK IMAGE)

Tumblr here we come!

2011-01-18T18:06:00.005-05:00

RANDOM OBJECTS is now part of Tumblr community.

Check us out at http://random-objects.tumblr.com

Don't know if we will be completely switching over to Tumblr yet,

but we'll let you know if we do.

Happy New Year!

2010-12-31T14:22:00.004-05:00

Let me start by saying have a Healthy and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

And then I want to say a big THANK YOU to all of you who have supported us. You truly have made 2010 a great year for us here at R.O., and we hope that 2011 is even better! We have many new and exciting designs and products that we are eagerly waiting to release in the new year - more on that later though... (early Janurary).

But for now, take some time to reflect on the events of 2010. Remember to always "Count your blessing, and not you cash." The words of William A. Ward best capture our hopes for the New Year:

“Another fresh new year is here . . .
Another year to live!
To banish worry, doubt, and fear,
To love and laugh and give!

This bright new year is given me
To live each day with zest . . .
To daily grow and try to be
My highest and my best!

I have the opportunity
Once more to right some wrongs,
To pray for peace, to plant a tree,
And sing more joyful songs!”

Best Wishes from Random Objects

2010-12-24T18:19:00.007-05:00

First let me start off by saying Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone! I hope that you take the time to be with your family and friends [and eat lots of cookies,cakes, and pies]. Remember the real reason for the season; not the commercialized spending-fest that's promoted on TV. Remember that giving is the best present of all!

"What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future. It is a fervent wish that every cup may overflow with blessings rich and eternal, and that every path may lead to peace." - Agnes M. Pahro

Random Pic of the Day

2010-12-16T18:55:00.003-05:00

Destination NYC

2010-12-05T12:39:00.005-05:00

“In New York City, every street is its own city and every borough a nation." - Anthony Simpson

New York City has to be one of the most diverse places in the entire world! There is no other place where you can be in the far east of Chinatown and within a short drive be transported to Little Italy. All the streets seem to have there own "feel" to them. This applies to the boroughs as well. Each borough has their own languages, foods, and architecture that are unique to them. If you have the time (and money) get on a bus or a train and discover the various "cities and nations" of NYC for yourself.

BLACK FRIDAY SALE

2010-11-26T00:41:00.007-05:00

ENTER CODE "BLACKFRIDAY"

The BIGGEST SALE we have ever had is going to happen this Black Friday weekend starting on Friday 11/26/10 at 12:01 am and ending at midnight Monday 11/29/10. We will be offering 20% off everything... and we mean EVERYTHING in our store! Don't let this amazing [once a year] opportunity pass you by. (CLICK HERE TO GO TO STORE)

Keeping something up our "sleeves"

2010-11-09T21:39:00.010-05:00

We have been working exceptionally hard here at Random Objects on our Top Secret Project for a long time, but it's time to finally reveal what we have been cooking up in our lab.

Drum-roll please......

We have developed MacBook and iPad sleeves. Each sleeve was hand-made from high quality materials. We have used premium leather and thick natural felt to create a sleeve for your MacBook and/or iPad that is both unique and sophisticated. Pictures really do not do this modern looking sleeve justice. Don't miss your chance to purchase one of these beauties before the holiday rush.

You want to see more....

New Colorways

2010-10-24T09:31:00.008-04:00

I have been asked numerous times if we were going to release VISION TEST

in a new colorway. Well, you asked for it! This tee is available in sizes Small-
XL, and a very limited amount of 2XL. Available for purchase now in our store. We
also restocked VISION TEST in White too!

This is another colorway inspired by our customers. They have been asking
for a grey colorway of this design since last year! We heard you, and here
it is PIGEONS LOVE NY in Heather Gray.

Something totally random

2010-10-11T16:11:00.007-04:00

Don't try to return something to the mall with Denzel Washington behind the counter.
http://www.twitvid.com/GZHI3

RESTOCKING

2010-10-05T21:31:00.010-04:00

I have been getting numerous e-mails asking if we are restocking our designs. We are in the process of restocking our designs as we speak. A new soft cottony batch of VISION TEST is going to be arriving very soon, along with a new black tee version (we will also have a few 2XL tees too)!

Other designs will be restocked in the near future as well. There are also some surprises lined up for the holiday season too! Check our blog regularly to stay informed. Cheers

Something to think about:

2010-09-27T19:35:00.006-04:00

What Goes Around ...

2010-09-20T19:32:00.005-04:00

I find it interesting that the essence of this saying can be found in so many words of wisdom from around the world. I grew up hearing "You reap that which you sow" all the time in my family. And as I grew older I started to realize just how true those words really were. You probably know someone who was always doing something thoughtful for other people. And were you surprised to hear that this person is doing "very" well? On the other hand, you probably also know someone who is a shady chararcter. You know the type who always seems to be doing the wrong thing. Were you at all surprised to hear that this person finally got what they had coming to them?

Let these words of wisdom be a source of encouragement for those who actively seek to do positive things for themselves and others; and a word of caution for those who are up to no good. Some call it karma, but I simply say "WHAT GOES AROUND, COMES AROUND".

2010-09-07T23:01:00.002-04:00

Quote of the day: “Only as high as I reach can I grow, only as far as I seek can I go, only as deep as I look can I see, only as much as I dream can I be.”

SECRET SALE

2010-09-01T14:15:00.004-04:00

SECRET SALE BUNDLE is now available! Pick one up and get FREE SHIPPING!

But hurry because there are only 3 being offered.

Oh yea, here is a teaser of what is coming very soon...

2010-08-30T21:11:00.001-04:00

Quote of the day: "If you want to feel rich, count your blessings, not your cash"

Back To School SALE!

2010-08-27T16:47:00.009-04:00

Well it's that time of year again. Time to go back to school! So we here at Random Objects want to send you off in style (and clear room for some great new designs). Here is your chance to stock up on selected tees at the amazing price of $10. No discount code needed. Go back to school looking good!

[click pic to go to our online store]

Case of the Mondays

2010-08-23T10:45:00.004-04:00

It's raining again! But why does it have to rain on a Monday? Oh well...

WHO DOES THAT?

2010-08-17T23:21:00.010-04:00

I was trolling the net today, as I usually do, and was stopped dead in my tracks when I came across this...

and this...

Apparently two artists decided to do a project called "Freeze!" and make frozen eatable guns. These guns came in flavors of cherry, coke and licorice. Food coloring was used to make them look more realistic. Seriously... WHO DOES THAT? I am all about pushing the boundaries of art and challenging conventional thought, but ....

you might have gone too far!

What does a lion, sheep and a wolf have in common?

2010-08-09T19:06:00.010-04:00

"What do they have in common?" you might ask. Well, they are on the two new tees we just released today! Lion For A Day is the newest addition to our line, and one of our best sellers Wolf In Sheep's Clothing in a new color. There are also some new and exciting things planned for the remainder of this year. I will be dropping some hints about "them" here on our blog. So stay tuned! Cheers

Lion For A Day

Wolf In Sheep's Clothing (SILVER)

Wolf In Sheep's Clothing (silver)

2010-07-28T17:04:00.014-04:00

I have received many e-mails asking if we were ever going to print this design in a new color. Well the answer is.... YES! This design is now available in silver, and for an added bonus, we have made the print larger! And to answer another question, yes that was our design that was being sold at Urban Outfitters.

Beware the wolf in sheep's clothing because he is bigger than ever! Cheers

Jeff Nishinaka's paper masterpieces

2010-07-19T19:18:00.009-04:00

Every now and then I come across something that makes me literally stops me in my tracks, and makes me say... "How did he do that?" I had to take a few minutes to truly appreciate this particular piece from artist Jeff Nishinaka's portrayal of "The Lion King". I can not even begin to imagine how much time it must have taken to painstakingly cut, fold, and crimp each individual piece of paper. Nishinaka's paper masterpieces are world renowned and are bought and collected by celebrities and art connoisseurs from every corner of the globe (ask Jackie Chan owner of the largest Nishinaka collection). To take something as mundane as a plain sheet of white paper, and turn it into an intricate and layered marvel is nothing short of amazing! Wish I could see it up close for myself.

Here is some more of his work:

More aquarium awesomeness

2010-07-11T22:53:00.003-04:00

I haven't posted a Monday Motivation in a long time, but I'm going to get back to it. Anyway, many of you probably noticed that I have a special fascination with nature - specifically ocean life. This video was shot by filmmaker Jon Rawlinson at the Georgia Aquarium (which I HAVE TO VISIT sometime in the near future). Jellyfish always boggled my mind because they look so alien, but yet they are some of the most graceful creature that you will ever see swimming in the ocean. Sit back, relax, and stare in awe. Cheers

Jellyfish - (song is Come Back When You Can by Barcelona) from Jon Rawlinson on Vimeo.

Deal Days of Summer

2010-06-28T17:46:00.003-04:00

The Deal Days of Summer are upon us. Here is your chance to grab some soft cottony tees at an amazing price!

** Be sure to specify the designs and sizes you want in the note section at checkout. Cheers

Offer is good until July 6, 2010 or while supplies last.

New World Water

2010-06-08T10:56:00.004-04:00

I recently was reading an article about this out-of-control BP oil spill quagmire and the long lasting effects it will have on our environment. The article also went on to outline the dire drought situations that some countries are currently facing. In many countries there is an extremely limited amount of fresh water available, and oil spills and pollution are endangering this most precious resource.

When I was reading this article Mos Def's song "New World Water" immediately sprang into my mind! Mos definitely dropped some knowledge about the world's current water situation. BP, Exxon, Shell and other oil companies have been reporting record profits, even after their majorly destructive oil spills!? To quote Mighty Mos (from New World Water) "they're the type of cats that pollute the whole shoreline, then purify and sell it for a $1.25". If you haven't heard the song, you need to take a listen to it and get educated. Have you ever noticed that EVIAN is NAIVE spelled backwards! Let that one marinate on your brain for a minute.

Get "YOUR VISION" checked

2010-06-01T12:53:00.008-04:00

I hope you enjoyed all the barbequed meats, beer and pie that were in great abundance this weekend... I know I did, especially the sausage! Well to officially kick the summer off we have released a new tee and poster of "VISION TEST". This design takes inspiration from Helen Keller's famous quote "The only thing worse than being blind is having sight and no vision." How many of us have lost sight of the dreams we once had for ourselves; what happened to the goals we wanted to aspire towards? Well if you are working hard helping everyone else to fulfill their dreams and goals - maybe you should have "your vision" checked!

Did I mention that this design is also available as a POSTER! Cheers

NEW TEE PREVIEW

2010-05-16T08:20:00.005-04:00

Here is a preview of our newest tee that will be releasing very soon. It's called VISION TEST and there will be a t-shirt and a print [poster] of this design. I wonder what quote inspired this design? Cheers

Want to sleep underwater?

2010-04-25T21:51:00.003-04:00

The Hilton Maldives is celebrating their five year anniversary of the world's first underwater restaurant in grand fashion. They are converting their 12 seat dinning space into a private underwater suite for two. Here are some pics of the bedroom suites.

I have fallen asleep under the stars before, but I definitely have not fallen asleep 5 meters underwater before. You're basically sleeping in an aquarium! I wonder how much this underwater suite will cost for a night?

I need to hit the lottery.

Underpaid?

2010-04-13T18:19:00.004-04:00

It has been widely reported that thousands of people are currently unemployed, but a much larger group have gone virtually unnoticed - the underpaid. Majority of these underpaid workers do jobs that make our lives much easier, even if we are unaware of the work they do. Well if you are underpaid this tee is for you:

This tee is a plexer (A plexer: is a word puzzle where words are made into a picture that stands for a phase or saying) that expresses what many of us are - underpaid. Wear this tee in protest.... and tell your boss you want a raise now! But don't get fired.

Big Cartel Interview

2010-04-11T07:57:00.004-04:00

Check out the interview we did with Big Cartel. It will allow you to get to know more about us here at Random Objects. Read it and let us know what you think. CLICK HERE FOR INTERVIEW. Cheers

Greetings from St. Lucia

2010-04-04T23:24:00.014-04:00

Well for Spring Break this year my wife and I decided to go to St. Lucia. Usually when you tell someone you're going to St. Lucia they say "Wow, that's great!" but then immediately have this look in their eyes like hmmm... Where's St. Lucia? Well it is a stones-throw away from Martinique, St. Vincent and Barbados in the Caribbean (now you know).

Let me say that I thoroughly enjoyed myself! If you go you MUST pull a chair up to the bar and order a Dirty Banana (I know it sounds erotic). It should be their national drink; I must have had 30 of them! Let me show you a few highlights from the trip:

Pic of the island and one of the towns located on the coast (Piton in the background).

The rain forest (which I didn't even know they had until I got there!)

The volcanic mud pit with heated mud flowing straight from the volcano up ahead. And YES I went into the mud pit and ruined my trunks and smelled like sulfur all day... and I would gladly do it again tomorrow if I could!

And lastly, the beaches with their white sand, coconut trees, and blue saltwater.

If you ever get a chance go checkout St. Lucia. You won't be disappointed... and try a Dirty Banana too! Cheers

Happy first day of SPRING

2010-03-20T13:22:00.004-04:00

There is nothing like waking up in the morning and it is already sunny and warm. The birds are singing and chirping in the trees. A slight fresh breeze is blowing through the window. It's official - Spring is here! Makes me want to put on a fresh tee shirt, some shorts, a 5-panel cap, a pair of kicks (preferable Jordans) , and get out and do something. Enjoy the weekend everyone! Cheers

WHAT A TANGLED WEB

2010-03-17T19:21:00.008-04:00

"Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive." - Sir Walter Scott
The more that you lie - the more you get tangled up in your own complex web of deception. Remember what mother would tell you as a child "Honesty is the best policy."

[This tee is available for sale now in our online store. CLICK HERE]

Our brand NEW WEBSITE!

2010-03-07T21:32:00.005-05:00

I am finally able to break my silence about what I have been feverishly working on for months now... OUR TOTALLY NEW WEBSITE! This is a HUGH achievement for us here at Random Objects (we also are celebrating our 1 year anniversary too). Our new site has been designed to be more user friendly and include a lot more content. Please feel free to contact us and let us know what you think. We also will be releasing a new design later on this week... so be sure to keep checking in! Here is a teaser:

Snowed In... again!

2010-02-25T13:24:00.005-05:00

When I was a kid I absolutely loved snow days [and I still do] but to possibly be snowed in for 2 days straight is just ridiculous! I can only take so much of the flake by flake weather reports on every news station without starting to go crazy. Do they really have to measure the snow in and around the city every 30 seconds, I mean seriously! Maybe I should go outside and make a snow fort for old times sake lol.

New LOGO

2010-02-16T15:20:00.010-05:00

I have already given you a glimps of our new logo back in December of 09' but today I am officially unveiling our new Random Objects logo. This is only the beginning of some MAJOR changes that are going to take place in the next few weeks! Make sure to check our facebook and twitter for new developments. Let us know what you think about our new logo too. Cheers

We are still here!

2010-01-25T17:45:00.003-05:00

Some of you have been e-mailing and asking what's going on with us. Well we are in the middle of a SECRET project that has taken a little longer than expected. Don't worry- just bear with us a little while longer, we are almost ready to REVEAL our secret project!! Cheers

New Year's Sale!!

2010-01-01T12:36:00.002-05:00

Origami Pigeon RESTOCKED!

2009-12-20T21:41:00.006-05:00

Let me start by saying "MERRY CHRISTMAS" again. I also want to say thank you to everyone who has taken advantage of our Holiday Sale so far (sale ends 12/31/09). Due to the holiday sale we basically ran out of most sizes of ORIGAMI PIGEON , but we just received a new shipment... so go pick one up! Cheers

HOLIDAY SPECIAL at Random Objects

2009-12-11T18:05:00.008-05:00

Right now we are having a HOLIDAY SPECIAL going on where you can pick up any 2 tees for $30... that's right 2 for $30. Send both tees as a gift or keep one and give one to someone special! Get in on the savings while supplies last. Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas... and a sneak peek!

2009-12-06T18:20:00.012-05:00

First let me start off by saying Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone! I hope that you take the time to be with family and friends [and eat lots of fatty foods]. Remember the real reason for the season; not the commercialized spending-fest that's promoted on TV.

About the sneak peek, we here at Random Objects have been hard at work cooking up some more awesomeness for the new year. All I am going to say is that there are BIG CHANGES on the way for 2010! Here is just a glimpse of what is coming...

Happy Thanksgiving

2009-11-26T08:57:00.006-05:00

It's that time again to overdose yourself on turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, macaroni and cheese, candied yams, pumpkin, apple and sweet potato pies. Once you have finished eating, and now in a turkey induced lethargic state, remember to take some time and give thanks for the people and things that you are grateful for. Also watch this video, it will help ease the pain of over eating... no it won't, but at least you'll laugh!

BIG 20% OFF SALE!

2009-11-15T21:59:00.003-05:00

We here at Random Objects are having a big sale on all of our tees. We need to make some room for new designs. So get in on the savings while you still can! Cheers

Follow Us....

2009-11-08T20:25:00.009-05:00

... We're going streaking up through the quad to the gymnasium (I love "Old School"). Alright, so we are not going streaking, but you can follow us on some social networking sites. Follow us on:

Twitter: http://twitter.com/randomobjects
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/home.php?filter=nf

Also we will be receiving delivery of a new tee soon. Stay tuned in the next few weeks for the reveal! Cheers

Did you know?

2009-11-02T19:51:00.002-05:00

Watch and prepare to be enlightened! Cheers

Video Graffiti

2009-10-27T20:53:00.003-04:00

Is this the future of graffiti? Have spray paint, rollers and brushes become obsolete? You have to watch this for yourself to believe it. These artists are using rollers with LED's and projectors that track their movement. Check it out.

SWEATSHOPPE, 4spots, the landing extras from SWEATSHOPPE on Vimeo.

Blu and David Ellis are at it again!

2009-10-15T17:37:00.003-04:00

Every now and then I come across something that inspires me. This video makes me want to grab a camera, a couple gallons of paint, chalk, paint brushes and rollers - go find an abandoned building - and let my imagination run wild! Get ready for a mind trip...

Laser Etched Money Art by Scott Campbell

2009-10-05T19:46:00.014-04:00

For those of you who don't know his work, he is an amazing NY based tattoo artist. Scott Campbell's latest exhibit is entitled “Always Almost There”. I am utterly astounded at the amount of detail the laser etching achieved in each piece. His exhibit is showing now through October 30th in London at the Lazarides Gallery . Too bad I can't book a flight to London right now to see the exhibit for myself... oh well! Here is some pics for you to stare in awe at:

Improv Everywhere

2009-09-27T21:45:00.005-04:00

I absolutely love what Improv Everywhere does! They mastermind some really intriguing scenarios that they cleverly unleash upon the unsuspecting public. "Frozen Grand Central" is my favorite so far because it reminds me of The Happening! Only in NY can 207 people suddenly freeze in place, in the middle of Grand Central Station, and some people seemed to not even notice... or care. Look for the guy driving the cart at the 2:00 mark- his expression is priceless!

Food for thought

2009-09-21T19:30:00.002-04:00

The Watcher

2009-09-07T09:45:00.011-04:00

Happy Labor Day! Try to find a BBQ today to celebrate the unofficial end to Summer. Have a beer and some grilled meats to send it in style. Sad to see it go though! Oh well...

With Fall quickly approaching we here at RANDOM OBJECTS have just released "The Watcher" printed on AA 3/4 sleeve raglans. Read the full story behind this tee HERE.

And YES ladies you can wear this shirt also! Just be sure to order a size down from what you normally wear. [Model is wearing a SMALL]

Good Morning America

2009-08-24T19:47:00.014-04:00

Today I had the opportunity to invade the set of Good Morning America. The show is filmed in the heart of Times Square. I literally watch this show EVERDAY and being invited to not only be on set, but get VIP access, was an incredible experience! All the anchors and staff were exceptionally nice and approachable. Here's a few pics I took around the set (too many to upload them all)...

The behind the scenes madness of the GMA set

Where the magic happens

Chris Cuomo in action (great guy)

View from the GMA studio

Baltimore's Inner Harbor

2009-08-17T08:10:00.021-04:00

Every now and then you have to take a break from the everyday rat race of life. We decided to take a "one tank getaway" (somewhere you can travel on one tank of gas). So where did we end up... Baltimore's Inner Harbor. We had an incredible time! I ate so much crab that I thought I might get iodine poisoning! Here's a few pics of my journey:

First stop B-More's National Aquarium. What is it about going to the aquarium that makes you feel like a kid again?

If I saw this in the water while swimming, I think I would have a heart-attack!

Exotic Bird Exhibit

American Visionary Art Museum

Goodbye Baltimore. I'll be back again for Crab Feast!

Random Objects by RANDOM OBJECTS

2009-08-09T22:36:00.011-04:00

Collecting random objects is an obsession for us here at RANDOM OBJECTS. It does not matter whether we are walking on a beach or on city streets; we'll find something to photograph or bring home with us! We literally have shelves devoted to the various objects we have collected. All of these objects have their own story behind them. Sea shells found after hurricane Gustav in Jamaica, a broken hand painted cross from Todos Santos, Mexico... we are always on the lookout for intriguing items!

I want to hear about, or see, your personal collections of random objects. Where did you find them? What's the story behind these items? We want to know!

Monday Motivation...

2009-07-27T13:06:00.004-04:00

Okinawa’s "Kuroshio Sea" is the world’s second largest aquarium. I don't know why watching fish swim gracefully through the water is so fascinating to me (I'm especially loving the whale sharks and manta rays). I need to see this in person; it must be an amazing experience!

... Great song too!

Origami Pigeon now in Women's sizes

2009-07-20T13:13:00.006-04:00

We are busy as usual here at RANDOM OBJECTS, but not too busy to read your e-mails! Well ladies, in response to your numerous e-mails asking "Why don't you carry women's sizes?" we have printed Origami Pigeon in soft American Apparel Women's tees (sizes Small/ Medium/ Large). This is our first design offered in women's sizes, but there will be more offered in the future. See, we haven't forgotten about you ladies!

Continue to send us e-mail. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated!

Michael Jackson is THE MAN, and you know it!!

2009-06-26T18:54:00.008-04:00

Michael Jackson is THE MAN and you know it! Even your mom and dad know it! Not the "Wacko Jacko" of recent years who holds babies over railings and looks like an alien from the X-Files, but the "King of Pop" from the 80's to about mid 90's. I'm talking about the Michael Jackson who made flocks of teenage girls pass out with a mere pelvic thrust or grab of the crouch. Don't even get me started on the Moonwalk, which I never could do! We all know about his mega-hits like Thriller, Bad, Billy Jean, and the list goes on and on..... but my personal favorite is Smooth Criminal hands down!

The movie "Moonwalker" really shot Smooth Criminal into legendary status for me. When I saw Michael do the "MOVE" (as me and my friends refer to it as), you know the one, when he seems to defy the laws of physics by leaning all the way forward.... let me tell you I must have rewound that move until the VHS tape nearly popped! More than 10+ years later and I'm still trying to figure out how he did that? R.I.P. MJ, YOU ARE STILL THE MAN!!!!

Pigeons... I mean POSTERS have landed!

2009-06-17T23:03:00.009-04:00

Due to the numerous requests asking for a poster version of our popular Pigeons Love NY design, we decided to get some pressed up! These posters were hand silk-screened on 100# White, thick chipboard (cardboard) stock, with matte acrylic water based inks. You see pigeons almost everywhere else, so why not on your wall!
(click here to enter our store)

U Can't Handle The Truth

2009-05-17T18:33:00.004-04:00

New for the Month of MAY is U Can't Handle The Truth
The Truth - we all are in search of it! People have been trying to uncover the truth to many of life's questions:

If drinking and driving is illegal, why do bars have parking lots?
How can there be a limited lifetime warranty?
Is there another word for synonym?
At a movie theater which arm rest is yours?

The list of questions goes on and on, but the truth is...
"You Can't Handle The Truth"

The News SUCKS!!

2009-05-03T14:43:00.006-04:00

The more I watch the news the more I realize that it SUCKS! Now let me clarify myself more maturely. I have noticed a steady decline in the quality of the stories that major new channels are reporting on. They basically are just reporting on "SCARE-stories" that make people want to pack their belongings and run for the hills. Ever wonder why we are now seeing so many anti-depressant drugs being advertised on TV? There is always some silly story on the news like: Why living in the city is KILLING you, What foods may be DANGEROUS to your health or Why driving is DEADLIER than ever?

Don't even get me started on this whole "Swine Flu" thing that has people walking around wearing surgical masks!

Although there may be truth to some of these stories, who wants to hear this every single day? Why not report on people or organizations from our area, nation or even worldwide that are doing something positive. Don't tell me that Oprah has completely cornered the market on positive and motivational stories! News stations need to get back to reporting NEWS-WORTHY stories again. I challenge you to watch the news today, and keep track of the amount of negative stories to positive stories. You will be surprised at the enormous disparity between the two. [end of rant]

"Pigeons Love NY" RESTOCKED!!

2009-04-16T10:00:00.004-04:00

Due to the overwhelming response to our "Pigeons Love NY" we had to reprint another run of these tees. My inbox has nearly self-destructed from all the comments and orders! We have been working like crazy to answer all comments and full orders. But all this craziness got me thinking about a contest!

We want some pictures of you guys in our tees for our blog. Put on one of our tees and do something totally random and take a pic. I'll send the person with the best pic a free tee... that's right a FREE TEE! So strike a pose and say "Cheeessse."

Pigeon Love NY

2009-03-19T21:15:00.008-04:00

"Pigeons Love NY" is one of our newest designs, but I wanted to shed some light on the inspiration for this design.

Recently NY councilman Simcha Felder has proposed that the city impose a $1,000 fine for anyone caught feeding pigeons.... come on? He figures that this will control the population of pigeons in New York? If I were to list the top 5 things that people identify with New York-- our dirty feathery friends would have to be on that list!

Here's my list:
1. Times Square
2. horrendous traffic
3. street meat and pretzels
4. skyscrapers and...
5. PIGEONS !!!

Did you know that our state bird is the Eastern Bluebird... WHAT? I have never seen an eastern bluebird walking around on the sidewalks of New York, but I've seen plenty of pigeons! These foul birds have been a fixture here in NY for over a century. Our new state bird should be the Manhattan Pigeon! Send a letter to City Hall demanding to make the pigeon our new state bird.

And the winner is....

2009-03-06T19:38:00.005-05:00

[dramatic pause]... Daniel M. from Chicago, IL
Congratulations on winning our first contest! You have won the ALPHABET tee and a rather interesting "random object" that I hope you have room for it on a shelf... hmmm, what can it be? You have to send us some pics for the blog after it arrives!

Be on the lookout for the next contest.... I already dropped a hint about it last week! Peace

Quickstrike CONTEST!

2009-03-01T11:15:00.009-05:00

So you might be thinking, "What is a 'quickstrike' contest?" Well a quickstrike contest is a contest that happens without much, or any, warning. I might hint about it in blog posts, orders, e-mails... anywhere! We love contests here at Random Objects! I have been hinting about this contest for a while, and I have been getting e-mails asking about when it was coming. Well, the wait is over... IT'S CONTEST TIME!

The premise of the contest is simple: try to correctly identify all nine fonts in the "Alphabet" design. Here is a detailed pic of the design...

Whoever gets the closest to the correct answers by March 4 will win a free "Alphabet" tee and "a random object"... win to find out what it is! A winner will be selected and announced here on the blog on March 5, 2009. send entries to: randomobjects1@gmail.com

Good Luck, and be on the lookout for clues to other upcoming quickstrike contests. Peace

Obama's luxury TANK

2009-02-24T20:39:00.005-05:00

If you are going to be the president of the United States of America, you might as well roll in style. Obama's vehicle is like a limo on steroids. It has it's own oxygen supply and get ready... bottles of the presidents blood in case he needs an emergency transfusion! WHAT? I bet your tricked out Honda doesn't have that.

Nike is at it again!

2009-02-12T21:15:00.005-05:00

Sneakers have been a HUGE part of my life ever since I was little. Nike was my favorite brand because of their futuristic designs and marketing campaigns. They were such an innovative company in the 90's, but they seemed to have lost their creative spirit as of recent. But Nike seems to be getting back to thinking out of the box.

These are their newest creation, the City Knife II. These shoes are simply an awe inspiring piece of wearable architectural design. These sneakers fold completely flat! A removable molded insole is placed into the shoes to cushion the foot. These will be great when traveling abroad!

David After the Dentist

2009-02-05T18:32:00.000-05:00

Once in a while I come across a video that makes me nearly go into convulsions laughing. This was one of those videos! Although it made me laugh hysterically, I noticed that my right wisdom tooth is starting to hurt. Maybe I have a trip to the dentist coming myself? Kind of ironic I guess.

2 New Shirts

2009-01-25T19:43:00.000-05:00

Well we have been busy here at Random Objects, but not so busy that we couldn't print up 2 new designs. These are fresh off the presses and available in our online store right now! Here they are...

Alphabet

The End of the Beginning

Money Art

2009-01-11T21:16:00.000-05:00

In my constant search for all things random, I came across a new movement; money art (or art using currency as a medium). Hmmm... Isn't that a crime or something? Oh well, here are a couple pieces that I found interesting.

This one is great...

These were done by Hanna von Goeler.

Typography with a Twist

2009-01-02T09:54:00.000-05:00

I want to start off the New Year with an amazing piece of art. The way the artist took an iconic NY image and added a totally different spin to the typography.... Brilliant! How could I not like this, I live in NY! I only wish I could own this amazing piece.

Useless Knowledge

2008-12-17T19:03:00.000-05:00

I would love to know what inspired this artist to create this. It doesn't matter what the inspiration was because the execution of the concept is spectacular! I literally read every single fact that is jammed into this piece. So if you have an unquenchable thirst for useless knowledge - this piece is for you.

Grand Opening of RANDOM OBJECTS STORE

2008-12-04T13:10:00.000-05:00

It has been a long time coming, but RANDOM OBJECTS is officially open for business! Today December 4, 2008 is the day our online store opens it's doors to the public. Our mission is present unexpected and well executed designs to the public. Before I show you the shirts, let's talk about what comes with each order.

Each order comes with a sticker, and....

a "mystery random object". What is this mystery object? Now if I told you it wouldn't be much of a secret now would it!

Here are the designs (visit the online store for further details and write-ups on each design):

BOLD ( 2 colors: Purple and Black)

CMYK

Origami Pigeon

Good/ Bad Typography

2008-11-30T08:48:00.000-05:00

This poster basically sums up how I feel about a lot of the typography I have seen on billboards and signs here in NY. I have seen some spectacular uses of typography, but those good pieces are almost overshadowed by all the bad examples!

Bruce Lee + Ping Pong = AWESOMENESS!

2008-11-22T08:44:00.000-05:00

BRUCE LEE IS THE MAN... I had to start by saying that just in case you didn't know! In my constant quest for all things random, I present to you the dopest commerical I have come across in a long time. Enjoy!

New Hang-tags

2008-11-08T20:56:00.000-05:00

They finally arrived! You will get to see these hang-tags up close and personal because they will be attached to every shirt ordered.