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.’
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November: Images of the wee

November: Images of the wee

Images of the Week features two astounding visual delights every week from one small seed network.
Pop your bottle – Designers for x Zarb Champagne

Pop your bottle – Designers for x Zarb Champagne

While the holidays are almost here, you may want to have one of these bottles in your collection. The idea behind Zarb is that the bottle is used as an artistic medium. The ambitious brand is having new designs exhibited in Palais Royal in Paris. Read on to find out which designers created their own...
Meet Mutant Mickey

Meet Mutant Mickey

Rob McLeod, a Glasgow born artist who emigrated to New Zealand has been developing his art since he began studying art in 1969. His latest collections feature grotesque figures in bright hues, twisted limbs and organs in an array of the most vivid colors.        
Isochronous Destiny Music Video | Behind The Scenes

Isochronous Destiny Music Video | Behind The Scenes

one small seed had the chance to be behind the scenes of Isochronous latest music video called ‘Destiny‘ which was shot at the Cape Town film studios. Length 07:41 (November 24 2011) Isochronous Destiny Music Video(Behind The Scenes) from one small seed on Vimeo. Location: cape town studios Produced: one small seed productions Shot: jaco...
Wrestling meets witchcraft

Wrestling meets witchcraft

In Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, wrestling is a popular sport, providing an outlet and entertainment to the city and surrounding town’s inhabitants.                    
Deadmau5 Tour to South-Africa - Line Ups

Deadmau5 Tour to South-Africa – Line Ups

Deadmau5 the Canadian progressive, electro and house music producer based in Toronto and known around the world for his over the top live performances, is coming to South Africa. Tickets are on sale from Monday, 3rd October at Computicket. The Deadmau5 Tour to SA has just announced the official supporting line-ups for all three events...
EXHIBITION: HOMEROOM, REINTERPRETED ART FROM CHILDHOOD

EXHIBITION: HOMEROOM, REINTERPRETED ART FROM CHILDHOOD

You’re an artist run out of inspiration? Go back to your childhood and take a look at your children’s drafts for some stimulation of your creative brain. The exhibition ‘homeroom’ proves reinterpreted art from childhood can deliver some masterpieces.      
FLASH YOUR TASH AND WIN WITH EL JIMADOR TEQUILA.

FLASH YOUR TASH AND WIN WITH EL JIMADOR TEQUILA.

It’s that time again, the month of Movember, when facial hair has free reign. Whether you’re sporting a mini tash or a monster tash, why not get down to any of the participating venues for a chance to win various prizes with El Jimador Tequila and have a Fan – Tash- Tic night in the...
CONVERSE COLLABORATES WITH WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL VIRTUAL BAND GORILLAZ

CONVERSE COLLABORATES WITH WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL VIRTUAL BAND GORILLAZ

CONVERSE Inc. announced the launch of their newest footwear collaboration with world-famous virtual band Gorillaz. Award-winning designer and Gorillaz co-creator Jamie Hewlett has designed exclusive prints incorporating elements from their ground breaking artwork.        
Album of the week: November week 5

Album of the week: November week 5

The album ‘impulse work’ by brand new one small seed network member themba ryan mtshali is all about sober colours and sharp lines combined with soft contours.
WIN TICKETS TO YOGARAVE, a party with a difference.

WIN TICKETS TO YOGARAVE, a party with a difference.

Ever wondered what it would be like to combine a nightclub with a yoga class? Well the answer is YOGARAVE. Much like the name suggests, yoga has been mixed with live san skrit fusion music,meditation and dancing. Get ready for drug free ecstasy!        
UNHATE WITH BENETTON

UNHATE WITH BENETTON

Bravo! United colors of Benetton prove they know what good branding is with their new brand ad campaign ‘unhate’. They’re definitely making a statement and the whole world is talking about the provoking images of world leaders getting it hot and steamy in the Benetton spots.      
issue 23 online

issue 23 online

Open publication – Free publishing – More africa ISSUE 23 BREAKDOWN A SOUNDCLOUD SUCCESS: BEYOND LABELS OLD SCHOOL HOLLYWOOD: AIN’T NOT BOTHERED S.A. MUSIC: ANARCHY IN THE RSA 64 CANNES FILM FESTIVAL: SOUTH AFRICAN BEAUTY LEGENDARY BRITISH PRODUCER: PAYING THE PIPER GLOBAL MOVEMENT: AND THE SWING GOES ON… INDUSTRY ANALYSIS : THE ART OF NOISE...
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