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Pay the artist!

Posted on August 9, 2013 by Jim MacQuarrie

Practically every week, one well-meaning friend or another will forward me an announcement about another “art contest” and suggest I enter it. I always have to explain to them why (a) these contests are a scam, and (b) the suggestion that I enter is insulting. Continue reading →

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Banana Republic: A Look Back

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Jim MacQuarrie

Once there was a time when Banana Republic was known as an inexpensive line of funky and unique clothing inspired by military surplus and flea market finds, but better known for its beautiful and inspiring catalog. If you’re under 40, you’ve probably never seen one of these catalogs and probably never knew they existed; it’s been 30 years since The Gap acquired Banana Republic from its bohemian founders and systematically destroyed everything cool about the chain. Continue reading →

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