CONGRATS!!!!

Another member of the Abstract Thought Fam graduates, Jarrett L. Payne. The commencement ceremony was ridiculously long; consisting of keynote speeches referencing people "you probably don't know" (the speaker said that after he mentioned someone), quotes from famous & unfamous Americans, charges made to the graduating class to succeed, and a somewhat uncouncious competition of who's speech was the longest with the most quotes and dry jokes. Hopefully that answeres the why is he making this face question all of you are asking yourselfs outloud.

Nonetheless after a long line of "A" through "M" accompanied by a host of "Patel" names we reached the moment we were waiting for:

Jarrett L. Payne

Business Degree: Marketing

Class of 2009, Fox School of Bus.

Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc.

Thank You For Your Support

We would like to thank all of you who came out to support our GRAND OPENING! Continue to show love!

Come Check Us Out
Store Ours:
tues: 12-8
wed: 12-8
thurs: 12-9 maybe even later...
fri: 12-9 maybe even later...
sat: 12-9 maybe even later...
sun: 12-6

The Moment You've Awaited!!!

Come join your friends over at Abstract Thought as we celebrate our store GRAND OPENING this Saturday. For those who have not made their shirt purchases, this is a great opportunity to do so! Come show love ABSTRACT PEOPLE!

Piazza Plaza (STORE #77)
Northern Liberties
1050 Hancock Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(2 Blocks South of Girard on 2nd)

May 16th (Saturday)
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

WOWZA!!!!!

Now I'm all about artisitc design and adapting modern styles when developing new ideas but this ish right here....WOW! Any man knows how awkward it is to be cought in the bathroom with a stranger who sparks up some conversation with you while you're releaving yourself. Just imagine the things that will be said in this bathroom....WOWZA!!!

Gotta Start Somewhere !!!

So I'm sitting in this service on a Monday night and I couldn't help but notice this kit set up in the corner. The kit (meaning drum set) was not set us like most I come across. Usually you see a 5 piece Tama or 6 piece Yamaha Stage Custom accompanied by a host of splash, crash, and ride symbols. Instead this is what I saw:

At first I could not control the laughter but then when I actually looked at the set up it resembled one that most of us are very familiar with:

Philly's own ?uestLove...known for that unique set up style perfect for those drummers who play in the pocket. So in this I learned to appreciate foundation, cause you have to start somewhere.

WOWZAAA!!!

As stated before nothing completes a lay like a ill piece of wrist wear. As always, trying to step outside the norm, I was surfing the common sites for watches but nothing seemed to stand out until I met Bell & Ross. This brand you won't find at your local jewlry store and the price tag is easily 5 digits long. What I like about this particular watch is that it has the urban relaxed feel still holding true to its Brand's quality.

RD 2!!! ::DING::DING::DING::

MAY 2ND 2009 IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER, IN FACT TOMORROW NOW THAT I THINK OF IT. KANYE X NIKE RELEASE THE SECOND PAIR OF THE AIR YEEZYS!!! NOW THEY DON'T COME OUT UNTIL SATURDAY, LINES STARTED AS EARLY AS TUESDAY. MY GOSH THATS ALOT OF TIME ON FOLKS HANDS. ANYWAY HERE IN THE CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE WE HAVE OUR VERY OWN DIEHARD SNEAKERHEADS WHO WILL BE AT UBIQ'S DOOR AT THE CRACK OF DAWN (honestly even earlier then that)...

THE NEXT LEVEL OF SPRAY PAINT !!!

Artist: Chor Boogie

Title: Abstract Faces

As always searching for new ways to draw interest I came across an artist from Oceanside, Cali. He goes by Chor Boogie and if the art doesn't speak for itself the name would, lol...But what amazes me most about his art work is that its down with spray paint. Shows that not only to graffitti artist tag subway trains and write their name everywhere but they also display beautiful art. Learn more about the artist at WWW.CHORBOOGIE.COM...

How's the Air up There !!!

As i'm sitting in class listening to a lecture on port cities and coastal cities from my World Urban Patterns professor, when he showed us a picture of something that immediately caught my attention:

STILT HOMES. After listening further to the lecture I learned that the concept of a home on stilts was for added protection to those who desire residency on the shore. Therefore when the high tide comes in, the home is protected. Some would say why not just move away from the water, but others might say lets stay and just adapt to the enviornment. As always ideas and ways to make money are developed in any way possible hence we have this:

Private resort in Abu, Dhabi which include private beach and rooftop garden with spa pool, outdoor dining areas, show kitchens, and outdoor showers. They won't be available until 2010 and are estimated at €20 million. So we see a concept that was initially developed for those who want to protect their homes from water to what now has seemed to become a way to showcase wealth by building your home in the water. The world we live in...

Journey to Success!!!

Atist: Martin Puryear

Title: Ladder for Booker T. Washington

When I first looked at this piece I felt it symbolizes success in so many ways. First looking at the idea that it's infinite. The ladder seems to continue on forever, which signifies their is no limit to what you can achieve. Next was the structure of the ladder. Its not simply straight as most traditional ladders, so it furthers the idea of a ladder to success. As always we pull inspiration from everywhere, consider us your brand whose always Thinking !!!