THE (MUSE)UM PROJECT: THE ARCHETECTS x PRODUCT + PROMO SHOTS

Photo series by: The Expressionist.

- [08-1-13] - When the talk of shooting product shots for The Archetects's website, we collectively drew the conclusion that we did not want the typicality of city setting as a backdrop. We convened and mentally-scouted possible locations out in New Jersey. We settled with this park with wood-like settings and a lodge off on the side and sunset just beyond the trees. To see the rest, click here to see the rest and visit TheArchetects.com and shop the Alchemy pieces. The trousers should be available by week's end. Peace.

ALCHEMY, THE LOOK-BOOK x THE ARCHETECTS

- [12-12-12] - The Alchemy collection is comprised of two key pieces that focuses on infusing African wax fabric with leather, hence, the use of the term, Alchemy; designed by teff, THE don, sewn by Zunyda Watson. The design will extend into a variety of prints and patterns, as well as specific to the coming seasons(s/s). Each piece photographed here were handmade and are unisex, as are the pieces that are available in the online shop.

In light of having finally permitted vision to manifest into the material-world, creating a brand with a fellow wonderful Artist late last year, you would think I'd be the first to report it. Well, technically, I was; it just simply was not on this platform. I think of it as the most pleasant way to bring the year to a close. There really isn't much to say, nor to add that has not been already. I will, however, say that I am enthralled and I employ you to be as, if not, more enthralled than I am. Click here to view the site and shop! Peace.

THE PROJECT PREVIEW x VERSE IV

- [12-11-12] - I have this incredibly foul habit of assuming this blog and my tumblr share the same array of readers. Usually, when I post something here, I fail to post it there and, vise-versa; resting on that very assumption. As a result, I'm nearly sure a good number of you get lost in translation. But I digress.
With immense pride and excitement, I present to You, a sample of what I have come to call, Alchemy (it was initially regarded as The Prototype, but was most recently changed to a much more fitting term) - a preview to an upcoming joint-collection with myself and good friend/fellow Artist, Zunyda Maya. I design and, well, she performs the purest form of magic in her sewing skills. As aforementioned, I initially intended to release this on my birthday (November 8th), but regretfully, due to Hurricane Sandy and her setbacks, I couldn’t. With this bit, you can see a piece of me with the three-pleat knee-patch detail; to know me is to know my fixation with the concept of Three.

In the meantime, click here to watch The Prelude - a short, documentary-style I directed to illustrate who we are, what we do, what we intend to do and much more. More information to be released to along with a video + photo lookbook on 12-12-12. Peace.

TEFF x COMPANY | THE ARCHETECTS PRESENTS: THE PRELUDE [B.T.S.]

Photographed by: Slick Jackson.

[28-11-12] - Peace, world! I hope these words sit as well with you, as it does me. It takes a special brand of perception to understand that: quality work, requires quality time. I came into this realisation shortly after moments of self-imposed criticism; I wondered why and when will I begin to put much more action, behind words. And, to what extent was I willing to see myself go? Do I continue to make this journey alone? It occurred to me it had happened again - self-evaluation, the token catalyst to self-growth - had happened again. This time, however, it transpired a bit different. I realised I had reached that very moment most do when they grasp onto the fact they're finally doing what they've longed to do - for what seems like entirely too long. And, your heart beats three beats too fast; your palms, remain sweaty; your thoughts, cluttered, yet fluid; your eyes, bright; your words, more fluent. If this is what the beginning feels like, there's no telling the quality and brand of high that awaits me once I reach the zenith. I am excited, however - excited that the Universe has permitted the merging of myself and my partner, Zunyda's paths.
Here are some behind the scenes shots taken while filming “The Archetects Presents: The Prelude” with Slick Jackson yesterday. The Archetects is a creative, collaborative effort comprised of visual Artists, inclusive of myself and dear Zunyda, with a focus on infusing structured with free-form Art. Peace.