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Tao Lin's iPhone Photos of Taipei

Taipei Signs

In celebration of the forthcoming release of Tao Lin's latest novel, 'Taipei,' we will be featuring a weekly selection of iPhone photos taken by the author during his recent trip to Taipei, Taiwan. In this selection, Tao shows us some of his favorite signs around the city. Full story

David Shrigley Sees the Sign

David Shrigley's new show at the Anton Kern Gallery plays with semiotics and the concept of the utilitarian sign, shifting the frame of reference and messing with your expectations to humorous and thought-provoking results. Full story

Lester Carey is a Better Artist Than You

Lester Carey paints and hand letters signs for grocery stores, mechanics, and funeral homes in New Orleans and he's got more style than you, we assume. Full story

Hand Jive

How to Talk With Your Gang Hands

Setting aside for a moment the cred supremacy of inner-city housing projects-if the ghetto had a ghetto of its own, it would be Herschelwood. It is basically your favorite ghetto's favorite ghetto. Full story

These Are Polaroids Of Funny Signs

"I've been collecting Polaroids of funny signs since I was 13 years old. The past few years have really helped my collection because I've been touring with my band Jim and Jennie and the Pinetops, and Europe is filled with weird words. Here're some of my faves." Full story