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mario hits the streets of new york

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Mario, as seen on the streets of New York City (on 23rd st between 10th and 11th). I have a funny feeling that whatever is down at the other end of those pipes is a lot less pleasant than the bowels of the Mushroom Kingdom.
[Wooster Collective via Digg]

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March 5th, 2009 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: quickpix retro video games

donkey kong junior shower is truly bananas

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You really don’t hear much about Donkey Kong Junior these days. If you ever wonder what happened to the little pixelated monkey in diapers, look no further. He’s got a new job keeping watch over naked people as they hose off.

This intricate hand-tiled shower was created by Colombian artists Andres Barragan and Miss Vynilos…

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February 20th, 2009 comments (7) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games

pac-man gets the mosaic treatment

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Here’s a piece of art any retro game fanatic would be proud to hang on their wall. It’s a handmade Pac-Man mixed media piece, using teeny ceramic tiles in place of pixels.

Perhaps inspired by the oh-so-awesome Ms. Pac-Man bathroom, this piece entitled Perpetual Pac-Man would look great in any game room. Or if you’re a serious…

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January 10th, 2009 comments (4) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games

tetris tiles bring gaming goodness to your backsplash

Tetris Tiles Ceramic Tile

Now that you’re wearing your new Tetris t-shirt, why not complete the look by outfitting your kitchen or bathroom with some Tetris ceramic tiles?

Tetris Tiles come in a variety of shapes inspired by the classic arcade puzzler, and let you create unique patterns on any wall or floor. Just like the game, it’s up…

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September 13th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design retro video games

make your own space invader tile art

Space Invader Invasion Kit

For several years, a French artist going by the name “Space Invader” has been roaming the streets all around the world and creating subliminal (and some not so subliminal) Space Invaders tile installations in all sorts of public spaces.

Now you can join in the fun and make your own Space Invader tile with the…

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October 18th, 2006 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design video games