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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A first for technology, many firsts for humanity

Vodafone has recently launched a ‘firsts’ campaign to ‘help people do things for the first time’. At firsts.com, you’ll be able to view videos following inspirational people such as, for example, Olympian Mary Kom as she builds India’s first female fight club in the remote region of Manipur or rapper Spoek Mathambo, who crosses Africa...

George Bush is a Tit

George Washington once said, ‘Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God.’ It’s truly a powerful quote said by one very iconic man, you can almost feel the power radiating from such an influential individual. Now imagine him with breasts on his...

100 years of fashion in 100 seconds

We’ve all stood in amazement before our parents cupboards, staring at their thick tweed coats and slim-brimmed fedoras. We’ve all stared at the flowing gowns our mothers would wear when accompanying our fathers to an event. Care to wonder how we got to leather jackets and Chuck Taylor’s All Stars? Here’s a fun video that...

Nike is dropping big names and most probably lots of cash in this ad

‘Every touch of the ball proves that football will always belong to those who Risk Everything, even when it matters the most,’ advises Nike in its ad out in time for the 2014 Worldcup in Brazil. The epic video is accompanied by the catchy tune ‘Miss Alissa’ by The Eagles of Death Metal and features...

Our Selection of Kick-ass Soccer Ads for Brazil 2014

12 June 2014 — the official start of The Fifa World Cup 2014 in Brazil — is fast approaching and numerous ads are intensifying the countdown. Of course the main aim is to showcase the brand and its product, but some of these clips will have you on the edge of your seat ready for...

Richie Hawtin releases new Plastikman album EX, live at Sónar by Day, in a worldwide exclusive show

On 12 June the new Plastikman album EX will premier exclusively at Sónar Barcelona with a special adaptation for SónarVillage. And, the Sónar 2014 app to check up all you need to know about the line-up is available now. More info below! The exclusive show featuring the new Plastikman album EX is the eagerly anticipated...

Vagina activism | Shameless provocation or conceptual art?

Deborah de Robertis sits silently as museum-goers stop to contemplate the Luxembourg-based artist’s spread legs until a French police man arrests her for indecent exposure. On 29 May 2014, she walked into Paris’s famous Musée D’Orsay dressed in a gold sequin dress, and posed below the controversial 19th century painting titled ‘The Origin of the...

FIRST PEEK AT HBO DOCUMENTARY SERIES FOO FIGHTERS: SONIC HIGHWAYS

Viewers watching the 29th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony this weekend on HBO were treated to a surprise teaser preview of the new HBO series Foo Fighters: Sonic Highways. The sneak peek features an exclusive Dave Grohl mission statement accompanied by the first passage of music to be unveiled from the...

Inspiring Street Art That’ll Awaken Your Creative Senses!

Here’s some amazing street art we found on the net to stimulate your creative brain cells. These street artists have successfully combined real-life features to create a piece of art that ‘lives’ because it involves its surroundings and beholders.

#sonar2014 | Spain’s Most Prestigious Festival of Advanced Music & New Media Art Comes to Cape Town

Sónar — Spain’s most prestigious International Festival of Advanced Music and New Media Art — is about to kick off in Barcelona. Taking place from 12-13 June, 2014’s line-up promises to live up to its ‘first class reputation as a leading reference for international festivals.’ Massive Attack, Caribou, Woodkid, Lykke Li, MØ as well as...

CAPE TOWN ELECTRONIC MUSIC FESTIVAL 2014 OFFICIAL AFTERMATH VIDEO

In February 2014 The Cape Town Electronic Music Festival had us all dancing alongside the fabled City Hall within Cape Town’s most central district. It was an event to remember not only for its quality music, but mesmerizing visuals. Yet most importantly it proved that Cape Town is able to compete with the ever expanding...

M.I.A.: ‘Double Bubble Trouble’ | Pitbulls & Leopards Are The Shit Right Now

Two definite videos to talk about are currently making their rounds online. Die Antwoord just dropped ‘Pitbull Terrier’ (Emir Kusturica’s awesomely fun movie Black Cat, White Cat springs to mind immediately) and female rapper M.I.A. & The Partysquad released ‘Double Bubble Trouble’ on 19 May 2014 — maybe along a similar shit-stirring vein as the...

Michael Jackson Is Back from the Dead!

Back from the dead and re-united with the living in the form of a hologram ghost, here comes a brand new faster-than-light performance by the late King of Pop. The computer-generated show to ‘Slave To The Rhythm’ — a new song off Jackson’s second post-humous album Xscape released on 13 May 2014 — was put...
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