No smoke and mirrors in this social experiment

No smoke and mirrors in this social experiment

The short film titled “American Reflexxx”, filmed in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in 2013, has ignited a fresh debate (when uploaded on 7 April 2015) with its ever-relevant ‘questions about gender stereotypes, mob mentality, and violence in America’ – and the world. The video offers a compelling insight into human...
Rising Up to sit down for a Q&A with OBEY

Rising Up to sit down for a Q&A with OBEY

While a growing number of individuals – laughing, jamming, conversing and feeling the funk on the streets of Braamfontein, Jozi – gazed up at Shepard Fairey’s forming mural of Mandela, one small seed was gearing up for up our talk with the American contemporary street artist/illustrator/activist. Watch our video interview...
On a Wire with UNKLE's co-founder

On a Wire with UNKLE’s co-founder

‘I think it’s a dramatic shake up that’s happening. It’s interesting times for artists now.’ – James Lavelle, 2011. Ernst Lass, our designer at the time, had a conference call with the voice of UNKLE. Discover more about James Lavelle in this interview, featured in our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years...
Calling Mr Brainwash

Calling Mr Brainwash

From his California home, LA street artist Mr Brainwash – born in Paris under the name Thierry Guetta – gave one small seed an exclusive phone interview. Originally published in issue 24 and now featured in our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed, in partnership with PUMA.
In 2009, we discovered the artist who was born a dog...

In 2009, we discovered the artist who was born a dog…

one small seed’s old editor, Dylan Culhane, discovers the extraordinary imagination of Ray Caesar. First published in issue 12 and now part of our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed, in partnership with PUMA.
Watch Roger Ballen's "Outland" (2015)

Watch Roger Ballen’s “Outland” (2015)

Phaidon Press has released a revised version of the iconic book Outland by photographer Roger Ballen, who is also featured in our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed issue. Filmmaker Ben Jay Crossman takes us on a journey to the Outland to show us the mind inside the mind....
Roger Ballen: much more than Die Antwoord's inspiration

Roger Ballen: much more than Die Antwoord’s inspiration

Meeting New York-born, South African-based photographer Roger Ballen was a surreal and humbling experience. His brazen creativity, technique and ability to ‘see’ some one/something in a way you or I might not… A true genius with such a rare and beautiful insight into the human soul and mind. Watch our...
The Story behind "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song"

The Story behind “Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song”

We interview the Hollywood icon, Melvin “Block” Van Peebles, who many have called ‘the godfather of modern black cinema’ because of his controversial 1970 film, “Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song”
Getting Self-Made by Sam Norval.

Getting Self-Made by Sam Norval.

Now living in New York, SA photographer Sam Norval just makes it happen. His “Self-Made” shoot (issue 23) is sexy, fun and provocative – and the behind-the-scenes footage will keep you pushing play again… and again! Part of our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed, in partnership with PUMA....
Crazier than Hunter S. Thompson?

Crazier than Hunter S. Thompson?

Our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed, in partnership with PUMA, features a rare interview with the legendary Gonzo artist and cartoonist Ralph Steadman. In it he shares (among many other anecdotes): ‘”Rolling Stone” co-founder Jann Wenner agreed that I was crazier than Hunter. Oh Dear’
Even in the early days of Hendrik Vermeulen Couture, it was all about…

Even in the early days of Hendrik Vermeulen Couture, it was all about…

Patterns, texture, and superior quality fabrics. Hendrik Vermeulen Couture forms part of our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed, in partnership with PUMA. Issue 19’s fashion spread, entitled “Project Aiko: Rise of the Machines”, shows an exquisite collection by the local haute-couture fashion designer.
This man knows how to make girls go Wild

This man knows how to make girls go Wild

Check out this video and photo-shoot starring the avant-garde German creative Matt Taylor, who introduces himself in Issue 17 (The Wild Issue) as Milfred du Toit. Forming part of our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed, in partnership with PUMA.
3D animation that must be seen!

3D animation that must be seen!

Editor-in-chief Giuseppe Russo interviewed one of the directors from Polynoid, a design studio in Germany. Polynoid.tv created the insane 3D animation titled 'Loom'... watch it and find out the inside scoop on what it took to create the epic animation. Featured in our 'Best Of' Ten Years one small seed,...
That day in the garage... it got greasy

That day in the garage… it got greasy

Part of our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed Issue, in partnership with PUMA, is the Urban Eniquity fashion spread (Issue 22). We commissioned German photographer Guido Schwarz to shoot an industrial grime-inspired fashion story… Girls, Guys, Grease, this was no ordinary garage set.
International "Men’s Health" Model goes all Coy for one small seed

International “Men’s Health” Model goes all Coy for one small seed

The South Beach Fashion Shoot from Issue 17 brings heat to our ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed, in partnership with PUMA. It isn’t often one is able to have such a renowned model, Bryce Thompson, on set. And a big-ups to all (on and off set) that were...
PUMA X ALIFE S/S '15 COLLECTION & Bobbito Garcia Q&A

PUMA X ALIFE S/S ’15 COLLECTION & Bobbito Garcia Q&A

Part of the ‘Best Of’ Ten Years one small seed Issue, in partnership with PUMA. Through the release of their highly anticipated collaborative collection for Spring/Summer 2015, PUMA rekindles its partnership with New York lifestyle concept ALIFE. Also read an interview Bobbito Garcia, whose relationship with PUMA goes all the...
'BEST OF' 10 YEARS ONE SMALL SEED MAGAZINE

‘BEST OF’ 10 YEARS ONE SMALL SEED MAGAZINE

The best of our 10 years in independent publishing has been curated in this epic edition… Welcome to one small seed magazine / issue 29 / digital 04. Going through the pages of 25 print magazines and our three digital issues to select the content has left us smiling, laughing,...
Picture This Magazine is Back! Incl. a brand new issue #13

Picture This Magazine is Back! Incl. a brand new issue #13

‘A picture that nobody sees is a dead picture. Bring life to your favourite moments. Picture This Magazine. Share to be Seen.’
Latest entries

Coarse Presents “A Voyage of No Return”

On July 6 2013 Mark Landwehr and Sven Waschk aka COARSE will release their latest creation ‘The Passage’ through Coarselife.com, a new and never-before-seen sculpture, which boasts a total length of 16” [40 cm] and height of 11” [27.5 cm]. The characters in this figure group include the catch Ruth, the seducer Void, and an...

Dancing for Money: Documenting the Wedding DJ’s

MJ Lourens’ documentary, Dancing for Money, follows the successful Cape Town-based Wedding DJs duo consisting of Charles Miller aka Chopper Charley and Donald Swanepoel as Super Deluxe 3000. (Length: 40:18)

The Hives and Skunk Anansie to perform in SA!

That’s right ladies and gents! Swedish rock sensation The Hives and revived iconic British band Skunk Anansie are coming to South Africa! These two powerful and dynamic music forces now join alt-j and Boys Noize for the Vodacom In the City one-day music festival on 4 October in downtown Jozi, moving on to Rocking the...

#FYI: Joy Division-inspired Game and other cool shit…

At one small seed we believe in the power of unique ideas and novel concepts. Ranging from technology, design, art and music, we’ve compiled a collection of crazy, fascinating, funny and bizarre findings that we think would be of interest to you. Here are some of our favourite finds this past week. Stay tuned for...

IMAGES OF THE WEEK: JUNE

At the end of each week, we add four more images from onesmallseed.net to the relevant month’s gallery collection on onesmallseed.com. All images are the featured works of members of one small seed network, our creative online community. To have your work featured here, simply sign up as a member and start uploading! Enjoy our selection for June and...

Essence of the Urban Hippie

Damien Krisl is no stranger to the fashion scene. After winning numerous awards for his film Amphitrite his latest short film Urban Hippie is expected to make a splash as well. The short film tells the story of a young girl in love shrouded by her own feelings and imagination. Through explosions of colours and...

If These Walls Could Talk

Ever wondered, ‘What if graffiti could move?’ Daniel Silva’s short video Mosteiro de Santa Clara answers that question as walls and rooms come to life with exuberant colours moving in elegant smoke patterns. (Length: 01:56)

Die Antwoord: How Much is too Much?

Die Antwoord is back with an interesting video sure to turn some heads. Putting a new spin on the good girl meets bad boy saga, the video will shock and awe viewers into silence. Scantily clad dancers and aggressive lyrics make it very clear Cookie Thumper is not talking about your average Girl Scout cookies....

Survival tips for SA writers | An interview with Ben Trovato

‘Unemployed columnist. Author of ten books. Hasn’t seen a royalty cheque in years. Lives alone with two regrets and a hangover.’ (Twitter Bio, Ben Trovato). To follow is a candid, highly engaging (and somewhat typical!) interview conducted by writer Keara Edwards with the famous/infamous Sunday Times writer and publisher of numerous books, Ben Trovato.

Interview | Fox Comet | Blazing Trails and Fiery Tales

They’ve taken over stages at big name festivals like Synergy, Rocking the Daisies, Up the Creek and Rock the River, and now — after four years — Fox Comet has finally released their debut album. Blazing Trails and Fiery Tales is set to ignite South Africa’s rock circuit, and Fox Comet haven’t skipped a beat...

Maiko Takeda’s Atmospheric Fashion

Tokyo-bred and London-raised fashion genius Maiko Takeda is back, and she has brought her ingenuity with her. Takeda’s latest collection was revealed at the Royal College of Art Fashion Show and is suitably titled Atmospheric Reentry. One thing is certain, whoever has the privilege of wearing her ornate headdresses will feel out of this world!...

No Rules Just Architecture

NRJA stands for No Rules Just Architecture, a title that could not be more fitting for this Latvian architecture firm. Their flashy designs have caught the eyes of prospective clients around the world but it was their newest development that caught the eye of one small seed.   Geometric domes have been around for years,...

WE LOVE SEXY INTERVIEW I: ELANI JACOBS

Elani Jacobs is a photographer from Bloemfontein whose photographs that she uploaded to onesmallseed.net have featured in many Images of the Week selections, and in November, 2012, her album One Last Shoot became Album of the Week on onesmallseed.com. More recently, her eye-catching portraits of women have also been in the spotlight through our media...
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