Cody Hamilton Whitens & Preserves 1980s Items
Howard Wu — November 13, 2010 — Art & Design
References: codyhamilton.us
In his collection titled "Relics," Texan photographer Cody Hamilton has found an artistic use for many once-popular, but now obsolete items of 80s merchandise.
With a simple coat of white paint, the 1980s retail success stories can now enjoy a short revival, even if only for museum value.
Items included in Hamilton's collection include the Rubik's Cube, Atari 2600, Magnavox Stereo, the "brick" cell phone, a Casio calculator wrist watch, RayBan sunglasses, a VHS Video Casette, a ViewMaster 3-D, and of course, Mr. Stay Puft.
With a simple coat of white paint, the 1980s retail success stories can now enjoy a short revival, even if only for museum value.
Items included in Hamilton's collection include the Rubik's Cube, Atari 2600, Magnavox Stereo, the "brick" cell phone, a Casio calculator wrist watch, RayBan sunglasses, a VHS Video Casette, a ViewMaster 3-D, and of course, Mr. Stay Puft.
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