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APR 20, 2021
From where we are sitting, there are collected (as a kind of decoration) three dried tumble weed type plants. The general structure of each is identical, a few stick-sized, stubby “trunks” that burst out into a cacophonous ball of branches and thorns. It would take disciplined attention to follow a single branch — so twisting and near-unaccountable is a single tendril; but ultimately the signal is easily separable from the noise. Tumbleweeds are plants whose self-reflexive and self-reinforcing structure allows them to roll, for far-reaching germination — but should a favorable condition not be found it has no other option to carry on the genes (like ending up in a studio as ornamentation).
Like personality, a tumbleweed forms then detaches, borne away by a larger force to pursue some purpose. We are inclined to say that one main advantage we have over this flora is conscious reasoning. But this power as evinced everywhere comes with its own internal looping (no matter how intricate it appears). Perhaps one thing can be said about all of it, formation is one’s power and constraint.
DINAMO FONTS
ON CARGO!
A new partnership! A long standing ambition realized! Dinamo & Cargo together! (Independent Type Foundry ↔ Independent Site Builder)
Cargo and the ever-clever Swiss type foundry, Dinamo, have united services. Having been friends and admirers for quite some time, it is wholly exciting and not a little lovely to finally be working together (like ancient friends in modern bodies ♻♻♻).
All Cargo users now have full access to a selection of our favorit (😉🙄) Dinamo fonts. The offering includes: Diatype, Diatype Mono, Diatype Semi-Mono, Favorit, Favorit Mono, Monument Grotesk, Monument Grotesk Mono and Monument Grotesk Semi-Mono.
To peruse and test, visit our fonts page.
(NB, this is a partnership of the long haul type, so watch for further stuffs born of this union.)
(PS, this is an exclusive partnership — these fonts will not be available on other any other site builder.)
Cargo and the ever-clever Swiss type foundry, Dinamo, have united services. Having been friends and admirers for quite some time, it is wholly exciting and not a little lovely to finally be working together (like ancient friends in modern bodies ♻♻♻).
All Cargo users now have full access to a selection of our favorit (😉🙄) Dinamo fonts. The offering includes: Diatype, Diatype Mono, Diatype Semi-Mono, Favorit, Favorit Mono, Monument Grotesk, Monument Grotesk Mono and Monument Grotesk Semi-Mono.
To peruse and test, visit our fonts page.
(NB, this is a partnership of the long haul type, so watch for further stuffs born of this union.)
(PS, this is an exclusive partnership — these fonts will not be available on other any other site builder.)
SITES IN USE
The beautiful simplicity of linking is realized perfectly on artist/designer Daniela Grabosch and Ricardo Almeida Roque’s site. yyyymmdd.art is an archive and aggregator of art exhibitions from various galleries (a sporty but tight museum without walls type endeavor). A strong theoretical and intellectual point of view curates the selections (not without genuine solicitude).
Though attributions are evident and permissions clearly displayed, there is an energizing spirit of autonomy here — an unfeigned desire to connect information under one’s own view — “I link therefore I am” rather than “I like therefore I am.”
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USEFUL MUSIC
Subtle playlists for working-type activities.
SHOPS ON CARGO
GOINGS-ON(LINE)
An offering of pieces and projects from around the web.
Interview with Peter Halley, 1985
Edward Yang, A Brighter Summer Day, 1991
Eva Papamargariti, Factitious Imprints, 2016
Jean Paul Gaultier, Spring/ Summer, 1990
M dot Strange, We Are The Strange, 2007
ORACLE
At the beginning of each week, we draw a single Tarot card and consult the I Ching. The Tarot card represents the person (you, me, us). The I Ching reading speaks to the nature of the scenario that you, me, us will face throughout the week. Think of it as protagonist (tarot) and plot or theme (I Ching). It is our opinion that neither the I Ching nor the Tarot are tools of prediction, but rather a mechanism to aid in self reflection.
Before reading further, we recommend you collect your thoughts regarding the state of affairs inside your head as well as what you are involved with externally. Take precise stock of your emotional temperature and your goals for the week. The more preparation and detail, the better the results.
So, of both the Tarot and the I Ching, we asked the following: for the coming week, what is the best advice for the engaged and sincere person?
Petite Reading
Now is the time. Create. Be like the Spring and allow growth and production — enjoy and increase. Do not block flow; there will be other times for scrutiny and skepticism. Be the example of manifest generation!
Complete Reading
This week we pulled the Eight of Wands. This is a card of opportunity, not a card of analysis (carpe diem? 🙄). Previous reflection may be utilized but try to let things flow out of you. Production will come from moving with energy, not detailing its mechanics. “Align yourself with a higher power.”
Our first hexagram this week is #20, Contemplation (View). This hexagram describes how a great sage or similar worthy leader achieves such status. In short, by embodiment. Something like seeing a personage transcend themself, that is, experiencing a human manifesting their personality without guile or insecurity and with full intention — inspires devotion, emulation and appreciation in all that bear witness to them. This is true of the self as well; if you are open, honest and loving when reflecting on what you are, warts and assets alike, you are capable of giving off a light that will illuminate a path and object (perhaps even for others). We had one change this week; the specific note here is: whatever you are working on, do not be satisfied with a shallow version — follow the momentum deeply.
Our second hexagram, the one that suggests how best to meet the challenges (or the changes) is #42, Increase. Here we have a declaration of what it means to lead: “To rule truly is to serve.” The pith is expanded on beautifully: “When one discovers good in others, they should imitate it and thus make everything on earth their own. If they perceive something bad in themself, let them rid themselves of it. In this way they become free of evil. This ethical change represents the most important increase of personality.” And again, this type of commentary regarding leadership and character formation applies not only to the external structures of people, but to one’s own internal hierarchies.
Now is the time. Create. Be like the Spring and allow growth and production — enjoy and increase. Do not block flow; there will be other times for scrutiny and skepticism. Be the example of manifest generation!
Complete Reading
This week we pulled the Eight of Wands. This is a card of opportunity, not a card of analysis (carpe diem? 🙄). Previous reflection may be utilized but try to let things flow out of you. Production will come from moving with energy, not detailing its mechanics. “Align yourself with a higher power.”
Our first hexagram this week is #20, Contemplation (View). This hexagram describes how a great sage or similar worthy leader achieves such status. In short, by embodiment. Something like seeing a personage transcend themself, that is, experiencing a human manifesting their personality without guile or insecurity and with full intention — inspires devotion, emulation and appreciation in all that bear witness to them. This is true of the self as well; if you are open, honest and loving when reflecting on what you are, warts and assets alike, you are capable of giving off a light that will illuminate a path and object (perhaps even for others). We had one change this week; the specific note here is: whatever you are working on, do not be satisfied with a shallow version — follow the momentum deeply.
Our second hexagram, the one that suggests how best to meet the challenges (or the changes) is #42, Increase. Here we have a declaration of what it means to lead: “To rule truly is to serve.” The pith is expanded on beautifully: “When one discovers good in others, they should imitate it and thus make everything on earth their own. If they perceive something bad in themself, let them rid themselves of it. In this way they become free of evil. This ethical change represents the most important increase of personality.” And again, this type of commentary regarding leadership and character formation applies not only to the external structures of people, but to one’s own internal hierarchies.