The Clockworkers Guild's Journal

(andy_w)

7:52PM - Pulp Aviatrix

A piece I am working on for a contest. I wanted to create somthing envoked by the likes of Rocketeer. This is the result. She used to have a jet pack but I ditched it as it was messing the comp up.

(spurious_logic)

5:04PM - A New Steampunk Event

For those of you who tinker, there will be an invention contest. More details to come via the website.

(hollow_01)

11:20PM - ICONS OF DIESELPUNK - ixlrlxi

ICONS OF DIESELPUNK interview on Dieselpunks.org

ixlrlxi - Master artist of the Streamline style

Digital illustrator ixlrlxi emerged from Soviet Russia to become one of the most beloved artists in the world of dieselpunk. His eye for the streamlined designs of the 1950's has lead to an impressive body of work, and yet he remains very humble. From his roots in art school to his service in the military, we got ixlrlxi to take some time out to explain what makes him tick.

Click here to see...

(gethenian)

12:54AM - Online seller review

Back in May, someone posted about Organic Armor. After looking at their site, I decided to inquire about the custom orders they advertised to see if it might be worth splurging on one of the awesome hats they do. For me, a good hat is a lifesaver -- I'm a student of archaeology in Virginia, and we get a lot of heat and a lot of sun and a lot of weather in general. So I wrote to them and asked whether the materials they used could stand up to Virginia summers (yes!), and then how much it might cost to have Paul design one of their cowboy hats with a more steampunky look to it. For me personally, I also mentioned fire, rivets, and something with a sort of alchemical feel to it, with a good brim to keep off the sun.

The woman who answered my E-mails, Jennifer, was extremely nice (and extremely understanding of my taking 2 weeks to pay when the bank decided arbitrarily to change ALL of my account numbers for "security" reasons), very communicative and quick to reply. The price in the end was around $200 -- I hesitate to give an exact number because as someone who does commission work myself, I know that there can be all sorts of unforeseeable variables. But I thought what I paid was a damn fair price for a commissioned piece of one-of-a-kind gear made of sturdy materials which I plan to make good use of. It was about a month before I got an E-mail saying the hat was finished and had been shipped.

I finally got the end result today, which is pictured below. The hat is spectacular (though I'm afraid my face is less so :P). It is, as advertised, made of sturdy material and while it's heavier than a gardening hat, for all the bells and whistles on it I would indeed call it pretty light material, very easy to wear, good fit. I would highly recommend these folks for anyone who wants a special piece made for costuming or even every-day wear. They're great to work with and the results are just awesome.

( Crappy photo of my ugly mug + awesome hat within XD )

(magnumt)

4:09PM - SCHLOCK MAGAZINE - THE STEAMPUNK ISSUE

The online pulp-fiction anthology, Schlock Magazine, is now on its special Steampunk issue, offering a number of short stories, illustrations, and more.



Also in this number is a steampunk inspired photoshoot, Milorda Gardens with the magazine's authors and illustrators.





Have a visit, do some reading (it's all good, trust me), and let the team know what you think.

(_haywire_)

7:02AM

Here's an incredible video by the musical artist Darklily.



If you wanna check out her music: http://www.myspace.com/darklilygarden

(ottens)

3:10PM - Gatehouse Gazette #7

In response to the discovery of lost Metropolis footage, issue #7 is dedicated to this 1927 classic of silent film and the metropolis in general.

Of course there is a review of the original Metropolis, by Mr Marcius Rauchfuß, as well as an article about the 2001 anime of the same name, by Mr Sigurjón Njálsson. For the latest about what is going on in that other fine city, the Old Smoke called Londontown, we introduce Brigadier Sir Arthur Weirdy-Beardy of The Steampunk Club, while Mr David Townsend is off to farther realms once again, traveling by the Indian Pacific from Perth to Sydney, Australia.

We are also extremely glad to present an exclusive preview of Mr Toby Frost’s upcoming Space Captain Smith novel, Wrath of the Lemming Men!

And it almost goes without saying that this issue features all the columns and features that you might have come to expect from us: Ms Hilde Heyvaert writes her “Steampunk Wardrobe” about ethnic steampunk; Mr Craig B. Daniel dedicates his “Liquor Cabinet” to a story about beer, and Mr Guy Dampier is back with a Quatermass review. More reviews come from Hilde (Unhallowed Necropolis), Mr Trubetskoy (The Court of the Air and Outcry) and Toby Frost (Gormenghast).

Click here or on the image to download this issue!

(xianvox)

8:56AM - LABYRINTH OF JARETH: Goblin Clockwork Tickets Still Available!!!

Labyrinth of Jareth
July 10th & July 11th @ The Henry Fonda
12th Annual All Ages Fantasy Themed Masquerade Event



Friday Night, we discover the mechanics that govern the gates of our realms. Lost artifacts are brought up from the depths of the mystic glades. Be there as we uncover the mystery of The Goblin Clockworks.

Saturday Night (SOLD OUT), lost within the borders of chaos and light, inspiration and fantasy meld under mask and cloak where nobles dance in the Royal Faerie Court and legends take precious breath.

www.LabyrinthMasquerade.com

WITH DJ XIAN of LADEAD: LOS ANGELES DARKSIDE

(hollow_01)

10:42PM - Dieselpunks.org - News, Fashion, Videos, and Events for dieselpunks and steampunks

Dream harder at Dieselpunks.org

Dieselpunk is a genre of art (and some would argue a sub-culture) that enjoys the aesthetics of the 1920's - 1950's; a time when diesel technology was king. A time filled with super spies, pulp heroes, robot villains, and gum shoes beating the mean streets. It shares its roots with Steampunk, but bridges the gap between then and now.

Whatever you call it, dieselpunk is a love of what the future used to be like.

If you like the cut of that, then we welcome you to check out our network of artists, musicians, writers, and movie makers. The site is updated with the latest in steamy and dieselpunks news/events at least twice a day, and features a weekly column every Friday devoted to the icons of our cultures.

It's free, so check out www.dieselpunks.org to play with the toys.

Current mood: chipper

Current music: Dr. Steel - Planet X Marks the Spot

(jaborwhalky)

12:58AM - I can't stop giggling at this

In the arm is G.D. Falksen http://www.gdfalksen.com/ who writes for http://www.steampunktales.com/issue_1.html
Along side in the mask is August Wahnsinger http://a-wahnsinger.livejournal.com/profile

The clothing is by the one and only http://www.beritnewyork.com/
The mask, arm and other odds and ends are by the epic http://www.bruteforceleather.com

http://twitter.com/Steampunk_Tales

Current mood: amused

(sci)

10:38PM - Pneumatic-amplification DJ mixing desk

You can almost hear the treasonous steam DJ's mashing out forbidden mixes of the infamous Monarch and Gangsta Rapper, Victorious HRH.

Vic-vic-vic-victorious!

http://www.dself.dsl.pipex.com/MUSEUM/COMMS/auxetophone/auxetoph.htm#gau

(jaborwhalky)

6:54AM - A new place for Steampunk Fiction

Steampunk Tales

The "Penny Dreadful" For Your iPhone.
Steampulp Publishing LLC has released the world's first electronic pulp fiction magazine created exclusively for iPhone and iPod Touch! Emulating the style of the pulp adventure magazines of the 1920s and '30s,Steampunk Tales contains first-run, original fiction written by an A+ list of award-winning authors. Issue #1 contains 10 stories, each running between 4,300 to 11,000 words, for the unbelievable price of only $1.99. Authors contributing to issue #1 include Jay Lake, Catherynne M. Valente, SatyrPhil Brucato and G.D. Falksen. The cover art was painted by popular artist Melita "missmonster" Curphy.
Featuring:
*10 pieces of exciting steampunk and pulp fiction for the unbelievable price of $1.99
*Featuring a true A+ lineup of award winning authors.
*Stories run 4,500 - 11,000 words each! (totaling over 600 screen pages using the default font and font size)
*The Steampunk Tales Reader features unique retro-futuristic Victorian styling never before seen in an eBook reader!



The amazing story's with in the premier issue of Steampunk Tales
1. The Mask of Tezcatlipoca by G D Falksen
2.Benedice Te by Jay Lake
3. Stormada: Red Blossoms for the Queen by Phil Brucato
4. The Anachronist’s Cookbook by Catherynne M. Valente
5. A Grain of Sand Mark Rossmore
6. Lowlands Low by J Flesher
7. The Reanimation Emporium by Brian Rappatta
8. Project Möbius-5 by K. E. Kendall
9. The Man and the Robot by Noel Black
10. Tempus Fugit by Jennifer Wilson
Cover art by Melita Curphy of www.missmonster.com/

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What is steampunk?
Steampunk is the science fiction of the steam age, re-imagined with the advantage of modern hindsight. Drawing upon the wealth of historical technology and the scientific fantasies of the Victorian and Edwardian periods, steampunk seeks to reinvent modern wonders such as the computer as the people of the age might have envisioned them. Following in the footsteps of Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, steampunk authors blend history, science and imagination into a world of wonder that might have been.

What were the pulp magazines?
Pulp adventure magazines were a genre of exciting and daring fiction, inspired by the great upheavals and worldwide uncertainty that developed in the wake of the First World War. Fueled by adrenaline and the greatest wonders that mid-20th century technology has to offer, Pulp explores exotic locales and terrible dangers without blinking an eye. Tackling mad scientists, would-be world conquerors, ancient curses, and even horrors from beyond the stars is all in a day’s work for any Pulp hero worth his or her salt.

(doctor_insectus)

9:54AM - Steampunk sale!

Sale currently on in my Etsy shop. Runs till 14th June when the shop will be reshuffled and restocked.

(xstepsahead)

10:45PM

Not sure if this is hundred procent relevant as it could be as much cyberpunk as it could be steampunk, but anyway its amazing : fashion magazine Tush editorial for their second issue :

(jaborwhalky)

7:04AM - I really hope they get this place ,Tesla should get his dew

Read about it all here
http://teslasciencecenter.org/about.html

(jaborwhalky)

1:52AM - new like the 60s

Current mood: amused

(xianvox)

4:55PM - Looking for Vendors, Artists & Performers for "PORCELAIN" (Sat, June 6th in Los Angeles)

Seeking Vendors, Artists, and Performers of Steampunk, Clockpunk, NeoVictorian, Venetian, Versailles, Urban Renaissance, Gypsy, Bohemian, Tribal, Vampire, Elegant Gothic Lollita, Gothique, New Romantic aesthetique and style.

The vendors will be present in The Parlour with the Absinthe Bar. The artists will showcase their work on the Patio. The performers will be performing vignettes around the venue or peices in the Main Hall.

If interested, please contact me @ "djxian(at)aol(dot)com" with details and links about yourself and your trade. Must be in the immediate Los Angeles viscinity. No fees for vending, no commission for art, reasonable pay for performing. ^_^

RSVP for this Event @ MySpace | @ Facebook
Map & Directions   |  Join our email list for better discounts...

LADEAD: LOS ANGELES DARKSIDE
www.LADEAD.com


"Repent Harlequin, Said the Tick-Tock Man." ~ Harlan Ellison

(xianvox)

3:01PM - PORCELAIN (Saturday, June 6th in Los Angeles)

RSVP for this Event @ MySpace | @ Facebook
Map & Directions   |  Join our email list for better discounts...

LADEAD: LOS ANGELES DARKSIDE
www.LADEAD.com


"Repent Harlequin, Said the Tick-Tock Man." ~ Harlan Ellison

(pixel)

12:58PM - Western Mass Steampunk Picnic 6-27

You are all cordially invited to attend the Western Mass Steampunk Picnic occurring on June Twenty-Seventh at Forest Park in Springfield MA.

Further details available in my mass_steam post.

(dirtnap13)

5:09PM - Introduction and an event I run (Fright Night) looking for vendors for June 5th.

Hi everyone,

My name is Noah K and most people know me as that guy that runs an event called Bats Day in the Fun Park. http://www.batsday.net

I just wanted to let some of you know that I have an event that I am bringing back called Fright Night. http://www.frightnightla.com It is a double feature spookshow event with live entertainment.

Fright Night ran from 2004 until Oct of 2007 and was very popular. Now that we are back and at a much bigger location we know this will be just as popular if not more.

We have some vendor spots left for my Fright Night event, Friday June 5th.
We are going to be sending out the final information about the event this Saturday to the people that wish to vend.

The location is @ the Warner Grand Theater
478 West 6th Street in San Pedro, CA
The doors to the event will open @ 7:30pm and will run til about 2am.
You can pack up when you feel like you want to. up unitl 2am.

Information about Fright Night can be found on the official website
http://www.frightnightla.com

Each spot is only $60 and we only have 10 of them.

If you wish to get one of these spots please contact me @ frightnight@batsday.net. I will send you info about the event.

Once again thank you.
Noah K