Los du Mal

Gürsel Cemal Soyel

Raph — Wed, 23 May 2012 14:54:50 +0000

A short video we’ve produced introducing Cypriot painter Gürsel Cemal Soyel. We’ve been lucky to share our Muvakkat Studio spaces with Gürsel for the last 2 months and seen his paintings evolve, change and take unexpected directions. With this short we intended to capture his creative process, the passion and positive energy he puts to his ‘deep’ and multilayered paintings. We’re looking forward to his next exhibition and continue to be inspired by his wonderful artworks.

Istanbul House Names: A Short Typo Study

Raph — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:10:30 +0000

There is an eye-catching attribute to residential buildings when you walk around Istanbul. Every house has its own given name beautifully written in a rich typeface. If you stop for a second and take a close look you’ll discover an abundance of unique typography, colours, serifs, all beautifully crafted onto the front door of the main entrances. The signs once stood for prestige of the family or clan that built and lived in the house. In current times these original examples of typeface design remain a strong symbol for Istanbul of the 1920-50′s, which every graphic designer or visually minded person should indulge their eyes in. (click the image above for full-res)

The Roads Of Turkey

Raph — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:46:26 +0000

We shot The Roads of Turkey mainly between Istanbul, Izmir, on the Cesme peninsula and near Efesos on the go and impromptu. All shots taken on a Canon Powershot G12 during summer 2011 without really having an idea about what to usem them for. So, excuse the wobbling camera but join us for a ride through the beautiful landscapes of Turkey. We’ve chosen the track ‘Roadgame’ written and composed by the phenomenal Kavinsky, also known for his famous track Nightcall, playing during the opening scene of the film ‘Drive’. Support Kavinsky and buy the Nightcall EP at kavinsky.bandcamp.com/ (and go watch Drive if you haven’t yet!)

Oh, those Turks!

Raph — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:09:35 +0000

Clearly, Eartha Kitt’s legendary performance of ‘Uska Dara’ (1967) definitely influenced Boney M’s ‘Rasputin’.

Symmetry by Everynone

Raph — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:31:27 +0000

This video by Everynone made the rounds last year. We think it’s worth sharing it here as it expresses the symmetry/duality of what we do between Istanbul and London.

The Impudent Muse

Raph — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:48:17 +0000

Seductive cabaret creatures Die Freche Muse present a new themed night dedicated to 1920s Berlin, The Impudent Muse. Yes, it’s ‘cockier’ than ever, with a much bigger setting (opulent club Adam Street fits in around 400 people) and a daring cabaret bill, including dark, brooding vignettes from Theatre Lab Company, burlesque from performers Marianne Cheesecake and her homage to Josephine Baker and Billie Rae and live music from Dixie Ticklers, fuelling the Weimar-era antics. Don’t miss this one out if you happen to be in London.

More info and tickets here.

YACHT – I Walked Alone (Get A Room! Remix)

Raph — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:58:47 +0000

All the animals have souls that guide their bones’, this Get a Room! remix of YACHT’s ‘I Walk Alone’ intones, breaking into a bass soon after. This is the soundtrack to your long but hopeful walk.

The C90s January Mix

Raph — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:47:04 +0000

The C90s’ January Mix.