Anna et Salomé by Adrià Cañameras

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64 pages, 210 x 255mm
Softcover, section sewn
First edition of 500
Printed in Iceland
Published by Lawson's Books
Cover painting by Michael Docherty

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Released today by emerging Scottish publisher Lawson's Books, Anna et Salomé is a new body of work from Barcelona-based photographer Adrià Cañameras. Having previously issued Par Hasard, a 24-page monotone offset zine as part of Fibra's Sr. Dalton series, this title offered him the opportunity to explore a singular theme in more detail. Section sewn in a first edition of 500, with a cover produced in acrylic paint by seasoned artist Michael Docherty, the book's central focus is the Mediterranean. Developed from a personal project which allowed Cañameras to reflect on the environment he grew up around, the images were captured in various locations along the Costa Brava in Spain and on the French island of Corsica. Shot between June 2012 and March 2013 and described by the publisher as "part survey, part celebration and part meditation," Anna et Salomé functions on abstract and geological levels alike, representing an incredibly mature body of work that belies the photographer's years.

—Available from Lawson's Books
—Adrià Cañameras

Golden Bear Sportswear Navy Suede Zip Front Baseball Jacket

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—01. Welted hand-warmer pockets.
—02. 2-way zip with suede pull.

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The Bureau has introduced Golden Bear Sportswear to their offering this season with a selection of leather and suede baseball jackets from the classic American outerwear company. While the various brown tones available are a natural choice for this style, the dark navy suede option has an understated quality that makes it especially appealing.

—Available from The Bureau

Landon Metz – West Street Studio

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—01. Published by Libraryman.
—02. First edition of 400 copies.

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“In preparing for a solo exhibition, American painter Landon Metz was commissioned to portray his work process in his New York based West Street Studio through a camera lens, for two intensive weeks. The limited edition photo-book is unique in its kind as the art form differs from that of the artist's signature. The book contains a 4-paged conversation between Landon Metz and American art curator Diego Cortez, as well as a poem written by the author.”

—Available from Neighbour

Shanana Mil US Army M-65 Mechanic Pants

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—01. Embroidered deadstock M-65 pants.
—02. 100% cotton.

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Of all the items I've seen riding the wave of modified army apparel, these pants are probably my favourite because the fit has not been modified by multiple reconfigured panels. Reserved for the cargo pockets, the primitive embroidery adds a welcome punch of colour to the cotton OD fabric, but otherwise these are a classic pair of deadstock military cargos and nothing more.

—Available from Strato

Chris John Dewitt in America

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—01. The Cornwall Building, New York 1987.

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I recently came across an interesting collection of photos taken by Chris John Dewitt during his visits to America in the 1970s and '80s. He covers cities like New York and Los Angeles, but also everywhere in-between, in both black and white and colour. He includes notes and information with each image: telling us where it was taken and what has changed in the location since. It’s a fun read as well as a valuable resource.

—Chris John Dewitt in America

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Porter Yoshida Snack Pack Pouch

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—01. Mesh front.
—02. 2-way YKK zipper.

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Best used as an integrated organizing system, this small pouch, from the inimitable Porter Yoshida company, utilizes a unique and simple means of access, accomplished in one action – just like tearing open a bag of chips. The front side is also mesh, making it even easier to see where a particular item might be if you can’t remember.

—Available from Several;

Criterion Designs

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Hardcover
306 pages
10 x 13 inches

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The Criterion Collection pride themselves on producing the finest DVD releases available; from the packaging and bonus materials to the films they choose, their products always come out way ahead of the competition. A big part of this is the incredible artwork often containing alternate film stills or original illustrations and that's all presented here. The book features over 300 pages of supplemental art, sketches, and every cover ever released since the Criterion's first laserdisc in 1984.

—Available from The Criterion Collection

Derek Wilson Ceramics at The Bureau

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—01. Porcelain Pourer.
—02. Terracotta Bowl.

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The Bureau, who perpetually offer some of the best products around, have commissioned a neighbour of theirs, potter Derek Wilson, to produce a limited run of ceramics. There are two porcelain beakers that would work perfectly in daily use, but it is this tapered terracotta bowl and olive coloured porcelain pourer that stood out. They're a little different, and they seem like the kind of items that everyone would have a use for, but might not have in their cupboard already.

—Available from The Bureau