SO PROUD I JUST CAN’T TAKE IT: The DDC made it into the pages of American Trademarks!

New York City’s Eric Baker invited me to write a little essay and show some of my logos a little over a year ago. He was reprinting his infamous “Trademarks” books—that had been long out of print—into one big project. His partner on the project was Tyler Blik, and that name rang a bell instantly for me. Here’s a book that’s never more than an arm’s length away from me here in the cockpit: “Trademarks of the ’60s &’70s.”

So proud to be in there, amongst logo heavies like Paula Scher, Charles Spencer Anderson, Woody Pirtle and Sharon Werner. I’m bringing up the low end the best I can!

You need one of these. Gigantically recommended for all logo designers, and hell, all Americans. A must for any library. Lots of incredible history in there. Get one.

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SOME GOOD LEATHER IN THIS ONE: Portland’s very own Tanner Goods leather products.

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GOOD COMPANY TO BE IN: Our “Cuspid Cleaner” makes it to the pages of Supply! So awesome. So much cool shit on there. Not bad for a little $3.99 toothbrush, with freaky black bristles. Get orange with the DDC! (Thank you, Mr. Premuda!)

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BEST THING I’VE SEEN ALL MONTH, HANDS AND NEEDLES DOWN: Just like it says, people: “Man Makes Chocolate Records.” Then he plays ‘em, and eats ‘em. What a goddamned world. Crazy-ass Bavarians, we salute you!

Ring wear. OOP. VG++. Bittersweet marbled with Dark.

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KING OF THE BREEDS: The never-ending dachshund. Gary, I miss you being in the shop each day. Use your legs, buddy! (Thank Bill!)

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SOME GREAT WORDS: Chuck Prophet writes about Mr. Chilton. Hell of a read.

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ON THE PLAYER:

01. Butthole Surfers - Locust Abortion Technician
02. Lucinda Williams - Ramblin’ On My Mind
03. Coachwhips - Bangers Vs. Fuckers