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spydrz: arishahdadi: Luv u Australia. Oz!

jenna — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:51:47 +0200

arishahdadi:

Luv u Australia.

Oz!

Here’s our weekly round-up of users from Tumblr’s...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:01:58 +0200

Here’s our weekly round-up of users from Tumblr’s international community we recently had the pleasure of chatting with, take a look!

Suzanne Séjournant is an associate professor of geography from France who shares her travel photography on her blog. She talked with us about her passion for photography and geography, which ultimately led her to pioneer the field of audiovisual education in the 1950’s and 60’s.

Dutch singer-songwriter Chagall spoke about her love for playing small shows, her musical influences, and how she uses social media to stay close to her fans.

Japanese Musician Shinji Kasai told us of his struggles to become a musician when he was younger, why he chose to play R’n’B with his current formation Brown Sugar, and his favorite moment as a musician so far…

Brazilian visual artist Ricardo Franco discussed the advantages of having approached the art business through advertising, talked about his workflow and choice of mediums, and about reception internationally and at home.

For more amazing users and their blogs, head over to New & Notable!

Here’s a peak at some of the amazing Tumblr users recently...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 10 May 2013 14:01:00 +0200

Here’s a peak at some of the amazing Tumblr users recently featured on our international staff blog. Check them out!

The author of the Japanese travel blog Would you like to eat with me? discussed documenting travel by describing the food and eating habits in the places she visits.

Dutch author Henk Rijks talked about non-linear life plans, starting a story from scratch, and the advantages and disadvantages of being an author who uses social networks.

Italian chef Riccardo Carnivals chatted about the origins of his passion for cooking, the job itself, and the cultural change cooking as a pastime has undergone.

Portuguese architect and photographer Filipe Bonito introduced his photographic project, a collection of negatives he has found in old analogue cameras over the years.

Happy reading and don’t forget to check out New & Notable to discover more fresh Tumblr blogs!

Check out these great blogs from Tumblr users around the...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:01:45 +0200

Check out these great blogs from Tumblr users around the world!

Hazul Luzah is a Portuguese street artist who decorates the doors, walls and floors of his hometown Porto with elaborately painted animals, plants and abstract shapes, bringing colour to the streets.

Solecker is a new photography blog from Spain with images that make you want to take a break and go find some sunshine.

Japan3 is an eclectic collection of Gundam-related content, from illustrations to filmstills, costumes, models and masks. This is a great place to indulge your Gundam yearnings, or to find out more about the franchise’s visual aesthetic.

Happy browsing and don’t forget to check out New and Notable for more fresh Tumblr blogs!

Tumblr at the Palace of Versailles Spring is here! As part of...

jenna — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:56:00 +0200

Tumblr at the Palace of Versailles

Spring is here! As part of the Année Le Nôtre and Salon Lire au jardin 2013, the Palace of Versailles has just launched a new Tumblr blog and is hosting an exclusive meetup for a few lucky bloggers this Saturday to celebrate. Nicolas Jacquet, author of Secrets et curiosités des jardins de Versailles, will be our guide and reveal fascinating stories about the gardens.

We still have a few spaces left on the guest list. If you’d like to join us at 2pm on 27 April in the Versailles gardens, simply RSVP redaction@tumblr.com.

In the meantime, Versailles invites you to post a picture of yourself reading in a garden. Just tag it with #unjardinunlivre. The best photos will be featured on the official unjardin-unlivre.tumblr.com blog, and the Versailles website and Facebook page.

Have you come across the latest craze in the international...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:01:00 +0200

Have you come across the latest craze in the international community? We’re talking about the “When You Live In…” blogs that have recently been cropping up all over. It all started with Berlin-based writer Josie Thaddeus-Johns’ hilarious take on life as an expat in Berlin. Take a look at these other examples, and let us know if we’ve missed any other good specimens!

Happy browsing! For more fresh Tumblr blogs, head over to New & Notable!

Introducing another round of amazing artists from our...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:44:23 +0200

Introducing another round of amazing artists from our international community we recently caught up with:

Brazillian photographer Giselli M. explained her approach to creating the photographic self-portraits on her blog De Dentro (“from the inside”), and reflected on the fine line of sensuality in nude photography, the difficulties of shooting “selfies,” and finding inspiration in different things.

Dutch illustrator and animator Lois van Baarle talked about starting out in the industry fresh out of university, how to get around creative blocks, and the importance of being represented online.

French architect Fabrice Clapiès discussed the act of painting imaginary urban landscapes, her love of watercolours, and historic sources of inspiration.

Happy reading and don’t miss our official New & Notable blog for more fresh Tumblr blogs!

This week we want to share some of the amazing stuff being done...

inutilidettagli — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:33:00 +0200

This week we want to share some of the amazing stuff being done by international illustrators on Tumblr:

Frau Isa is from Switzerland. Her work is filled with a sense of nostalgia and earthy colors, mixed with strange and sometimes mythical motifs.

JulesJulien is based in Paris and is a freelance illustrator whose work questions reality. He’s been published worldwide.

Behind Door Lize is Lize Pietske Klaartje Korpershoek, a freelancer from Amsterdam specialised in illustration, animation and video. If you read Dutch, check out the interview with her on our Dutch staff blog.

I’m not 12 is run by Irena Freitas, a prodigious illustrator from Brazil. Just twenty years old, she has already illustrated various books, magazines and websites. Você fala português? Here’s an interview on Tumblr’s Brazilian staff blog.

Something to show is what Tatyana Kartasheva has. She’s an artist, freelance Illustrator and pattern designer currently living and working in Kiev, Ukraine. She also does amazing watercolors and has been featured on Tumblr’s Russian staff blog here.

Finally, Hole is the Tumblr blog of Italian illustrator Daniela Tieni. Her drawings are both romantic and mysterious. Parli italiano? We had a chat with her on our Italian staff blog.

Happy browsing and don’t forget to check out New and Notable for more fresh Tumblr blogs!

Introducing some more great blogs from our international...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:58:12 +0100

Introducing some more great blogs from our international communities:

Mitsui Illustration features airy watercolours and fashion illustration from Japan.

The Brazillian blog Desedu examines the relationship between design and education.

Все свои Is a new blog from Russia showcasing creative people in their working environments.

I Gettoni is an Italian radio station blog which combines poetry with great vintage photography and tips for upcoming broadcasts.

And finally, a textual blog: kaliumsorbat is a German cynic’s attempt to find beauty in everyday life.

Happy reading and don’t forget to check out New & Notable for more fresh Tumblr blogs!

It’s Friday! Here are a few of the spectacular users...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:44:03 +0100

It’s Friday! Here are a few of the spectacular users recently featured on Tumblr’s international staff blogs:

Russian composer Andrey Klimkovsky chatted with us about his music, his love of outer space, and the old days when forums were the only social networks around.

Naples-based author Gianni Solla shared his sources of inspiration, talked about his passion for music, and the influence sharing content online has had on today’s writers.

The three Spanish translators from La Pera (“the pear”) discussed how they collaboratively blog, the impact of social media on their work, and overcoming challenges as a translator.

Happy browsing and don’t miss our official New & Notable blog for more fresh Tumblr blogs from all over!

escapekit: Keyboard Russian artist Anatoly Vyatkin installed a...

jenna — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:14:57 +0100

escapekit:

Keyboard

Russian artist Anatoly Vyatkin installed a giant replica of a Cyrillic QWERTY keyboard made of 86 stone blocks, each weighing up to 1,000 pounds. The Keyboard monument (which in some circles also goes by the name “Claudia”) is a permanent outdoor sculpture located in Yekaterinburg, Russia, where it remains a prominent tourist attraction.

Some recent highlights from our international staff blogs...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:13:12 +0100

Some recent highlights from our international staff blogs include a Dutch blog celebrating beards in all their hairy glory and an illustrator who draws faces on to paper, eyes onto faces, and likes to photograph the small things in life. We’ve also got some graffiti blogs from Germany, and some versatile illustrations from Turin in this mixed bag o’blogs. Plus:

Chagall - a Dutch popstar’s colourful visual diary

The Material List - does what it says on the tin - a virtual list exploring different materials around the home

Random Stuff - here you’ll find a great collection of original watercolours and comic spreads

Jukebox Cowboys - teenagers from St. Pauli spraying their city

Happy reading and don’t forget to check out New & Notable for more fresh Tumblr blogs!

Last week some creative ladies from the international Tumblr...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:59:00 +0100

Last week some creative ladies from the international Tumblr community took the stage to speak about their work and what drives them. Have a look!

Hyshil Sander is an illustrator from Amsterdam who is inspired by the landscape of her childhood.

Natalia Swarz is a Colombian illustrator who sometimes turns to her camera, and especially enjoys mixing the two mediums together.

Amanda Maciel Antunes is a costume designer from Brazil living and working in Boston.

Happy reading and don’t forget to check out New & Notable for more fresh Tumblr blogs!

Compiled from Tumblr’s international staff blogs,...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:41:00 +0100

Compiled from Tumblr’s international staff blogs, here’s the latest roundup of some awesome users from around the globe:

Professional photographer Giulia Mazza discussed the beginnings of her career in photography, the worst and best locations on tour with her band in the US, and her side project on Tumblr, Promise Me Stuff!.

French digital artist MobArt talked about his work in smartphone photography and painting.

C.L. Salvaro shared his portfolio of installations and art in public spaces with us, as well as talking about how he came to be an artist.

Graphic designer, and video game fan Tomek Drabik introduced his blog Sok z Mózgu Quaza and talked us through the making of his video reviews of games and films.

Happy reading and don’t miss our official New & Notable blog for more fresh Tumblr blogs from all over!

Only Seven Left is an up-and-coming pop band from the...

froukjefrijlink — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:24:09 +0100

Only Seven Left is an up-and-coming pop band from the Netherlands who crashed onto the Dutch music scene in 2005. The band, consisting of Bram, Bjørgen, Roderick, Jochem and Hinne, released their latest album in 2012 (Anywhere From Here) and has been hitting the headlines for all the right reasons ever since. After extensively touring the Netherlands in 2012, they’re currently playing in Indonesia.

Bram, the drummer, recently told us in an interview that the band has a strong presence on Tumblr, as well as on other social media platforms including YouTube—their video diaries, for example, are treasured among their fan base. “We absolutely love the contact we have with our fans and try to answer each and every message personally. It’s a kick to get a message on Twitter saying that your concert was awesome.” Bram reckons that a big part of their success as a band can be attributed to their use of social media, although music is and will always remain priority number one.

In answer to where he thinks Only Seven Left will be in five years time, Bram says: “I don’t know what the future holds in store for us, but I hope we’re still the best of friends who perform at fantastic gigs - and go on spectacular adventures! Big festivals, a tour overseas, opening for the biggest stars, more fans….. and just having a blast!”

This week is one of Berlin’s busiest weeks of the year,...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:38:31 +0100

This week is one of Berlin’s busiest weeks of the year, with 404 films from 70 countries being screened in the name of the 63rd Berlin International Film Festival. As the “Berlinale” hits the German capital this week, we’re taking a look at some of Tumblr’s best film festival blogs from Berlin.

Directors Lounge - For those of you lucky enough to be in Berlin over the next two weeks, be sure to pass by the Director’s Lounge to see some awesome screenings, catch up on festival news, and network your way round one of the Berlinale’s friendliest hotspots.

This Is What Film Festival Life Looks Like - As well as listing film festival submission deadlines around the globe, this blog shares great pictures, quotes and information on film festival life/style.

Berlin KinoFile(s) - packed with reviews, interviews and information from Berlin-based film theorist and journalist Giovanni Marchini Camia.

We’ve rounded up some of this past week’s highlights...

deadrabbitohno — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:55:00 +0100

Only Seven Left from the Netherlands

Matze Hielscher of Mit Vergnügen

Eikostate from Barcelona

Artist and graphic designer Thymoos

We’ve rounded up some of this past week’s highlights on Tumblr’s international staff blogs for your browsing leisure!

Dutch band Only Seven Left chatted about touring abroad, freelancing on the side, and the future of the band.
Berlin-based event organiser and promoter Matze Hielscher introduced his new blog Mit Vergnügen and talked about nightlife in the German capital.
French Artist and graphic designer Fabien Thymoos spoke with us about his sources of inspiration and his portfolio on Tumblr.
And Spanish band Eikostate discussed their fans, touring and the influence of digital downloads on bands today.

Happy reading and don’t forget to check out New & Notable for more fresh Tumblr blogs!

Have you checked out our international staff blogs lately?...

jenna — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:33:08 +0100

Have you checked out our international staff blogs lately? Tumblr supports 12 different languages, each with its own official staff blog. In addition to providing worldwide users localized tips and news on the latest Tumblr updates and features, the staff blogs are a great place to dive into our different communities around the globe. Come discover new foreign-language blogs, see what our international users are up to at meetups and events, and catch up with some of the incredibly talented creators from around the world in feature interviews.

You’ll find links to all of our official blogs in the footer of every Tumblr Staff Blog!

Directory of independent art bookshops around the world

jenna — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:56:00 +0100

Directory of independent art bookshops around the world

Together with Tumblr, Artchipel & Flaq present COLLAGE...

audlar — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 14:35:00 +0100

Together with Tumblr, Artchipel & Flaq present COLLAGE EXQUIS

Collage Exquis is set to provide a new look into the artistic creations found on Tumblr. For its first edition at the Flaq gallery on 17 January, the public is invited to come discover the work of four French collage artists from the Tumblr art community:

Caro Ma - Dominique Rollet - Gaëlle Faure - Julien Pacaud
Exhibition - 17 January – 2 February 2013
36 rue de Quincampoix Paris 4e
Private viewing on Thursday, 17 January at 7pm – Collage Exquis live from 8pm

Join us! RSVP here.

[collage by Dominique Rollet • design by Artchipel]