Portland-based artist Onuinu (who also had a song featured on Shwood’s Mixtape #1) recently released an excellent video for his equally excellent song “Ice Palace”. Field dancing, paint splattering, swords and other hazy, sexy, summer fun. (NSFW) Directed by Andrew Sloan of Monstrous Media.

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Brooklyn-based website, The Scout,  just released the newest addition to their video series highlighting craftsmanship.  Launched back in 2009, the series has portrayed a variety of craftsman ranging from apparel designers to architects.  All the videos are truly inspiring, and we encourage you to visit thescoutmag.com to see everything else they have to offer. Here’s […]

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Portland’s monthly First Thursday art openings are a great way to discover new art, hangout with friends, and gain some inspiration. We were able to make it to Stephen Scott Smith’s amazing show at Breeze Block Gallery (323 NW 6th Ave) last week and snap some photos of what he has been up to.  Stephen […]

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Shwood local favorites Radiation City posted this video from their recent stop in Minneapolis as part their ongoing national tour. Check out more of their stuff here. Video by Joe Wright.

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Words/Photos by Greg Bemis Here at Shwood we are constantly pushing ourselves to try new things and are inspired by others who follow in suit. Peter Gronquist is an artist who definitely embodies this ideology. Peter lives and works in Portland Oregon, creating provocative sculpture pieces using taxidermied animals and various weaponry. I have known […]

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