Introducing Blackwing Vol. 200 – The Coffeehouse Pencil

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The Blackwing 200 is a tribute to coffeehouses like Caffè Lena and the creative culture they help cultivate. Each pencil features a metallic copper design inspired by classic copper coffee roasting machines found in many coffeehouses during the ’50s and ’60s. The roasting process begins when the internal temperature of a coffee berry seed reaches 200 degrees Celsius, transforming it into the familiar coffee bean. These pencils also feature our firm graphite core that is perfect for finding inspiration in a local coffeehouse.

Makers Series – Jason Patterson

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We had the opportunity to sit down for a chat with portrait artist and woodworker Jason Patterson. Using historical documents and meticulous research, Jason’s transformative work is centered around telling stories of African American history from his local community on the eastern shore of Maryland and beyond.
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When Corita Kent Met Charles and Ray Eames

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In 1956, one of the most compelling designs of the 20th century was introduced to the world, the “Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman.” Also known as the 670 and 671, this furniture set remains one of the most iconic designs ever produced by…

Bruce Lee’s Writings

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“This page marks the beginning of another year. I must laid great stress on the necessity of a good education as the only means to achieve distinction, because in our age of enlightenment, a man’s ability is generally measured by the knowledge…

Blackwing Senses 001 – January

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Welcome to the first installment of Blackwing Senses, a guide to some of the things that have sparked our senses during the month. This monthly guide gives a little behind-the-scenes look at the happenings around Blackwing, updates from our…

How to Start Journaling: 5 Tips for Your Writing Ritual

Putting pencil to paper as a daily routine not only has the ability to help you get organized but can also provide a boost to your mental and emotional health. However, knowing how to start can sometimes be a challenge. Journaling is a deeply…

Behind Death Row’s Famous Recordings

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Earlier this year, we teamed up with the pioneering music label, Death Row Records, to release a limited-edition Blackwing x Death Row Records pencil set and Slate notebook (sold exclusively through the Death Row website) celebrating their…

Corita Kent and the Art of “Slow Looking”

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During the 1960s, the art department at Immaculate Heart College, under the supervision of Corita Kent, became a lively community of experimentation and creative thinking. Corita encouraged her students to approach their art and studies as…

Corita’s Rainbow Swash

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Along the side of I-93, Boston’s Southeast Expressway, about two miles outside of downtown Boston, stands one of the most iconic public artworks of the 20th century. Seemingly bursting out of Dorchester’s waterfront, it is a monolith adorned…

Give a Damn – The Life & Legacy of Corita Kent

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“Love the moment, and the energy of that moment will spread beyond the boundaries.” - Corita Kent From a small town in Iowa to the “City of Angels” and beyond, Corita Kent’s life and work pushed the envelope and expanded the boundaries…