October 25, 2009

Bent Objects

Some of you may remember when my friend, Terry Border, created this awesome bent wire sculpture for me a few years back. Not surprisingly, it's called "The Sneeze."

I'm happy to report that Terry has completed his first book, "Bent Objects" and it's now available. It's a fantastic collection of ordinary objects brought to life in funny and weird vignettes.


Is "The Sneeze" sculpture in the book? Well, no. But the book is still terrific. And you should still definitely check it out right here on Amazon. Lucky for Terry, I'm not the type of guy to dwell on this kind of thing. I prefer the high road. To be the bigger man.

And for only $12 on Amazon, the book will make a perfect little gift for the holidays. When we have our friends in our hearts. (Something, apparently, Terry's not the best at. But that's cool. He's extremely talented. I'm sure it was just an oversight.)


I'm just kidding, of course. Congratulations, Terry! I'm truly thrilled for you.

Also, please be sure to check out Terry's excellent blog, "Bent Objects," right here. (I mean, I wouldn't, but you should. Well "should" is a strong word. You *could* - if you really wanted to. I guess.)



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Comments

You don't sound bitter at all, Steve.

Posted by: nate at October 25, 2009 11:53 AM

Kiwis are proud of their body hair!

Posted by: FBI at October 25, 2009 12:03 PM

I learned about Bent Objects from you, Steve. So, thank you! I thoroughly enjoy both your and Terry's blogs.

Posted by: Terra at October 25, 2009 12:11 PM

Someone's bitter... *whistles*

Posted by: AgentSometime at October 25, 2009 12:30 PM

I'm not bitter, I'm just goofing around. Terry is AWESOME.

Posted by: Steve at October 25, 2009 12:43 PM

Yay! I've been waiting for the book to come out for ages! Can't wait to pick it up.

Posted by: Sofia at October 25, 2009 2:00 PM

Hey Steve, I'm very glad you like the book! My publisher made a lot of good calls on what to include, but what can I say? They dropped the ball on that one!

For those that don't know (um, that would be everyone but Steve and I), I was commenting at The Sneeze before I even thought about having a blog of my own. The Sneeze was definitely a motivating factor.

After I started Bent Objects, Steve asked if I would make something, then title it The Sneeze, which I did, using objects and humor for really the first time. So, you see, Steve is kinda the Godfather of Bent Objects.

But no, Steve, I'm not giving you a cut of the profits!

Posted by: Terry at October 25, 2009 4:32 PM

Terry, reading your comment, that sounds like the kind of charming back story that might fit nicely in, I dunno, say... a book?! :P

Posted by: Steve at October 25, 2009 7:43 PM

Nope, I am definitely detecting some bitterness in the blogosphere this night.

'Bitterness in the Blogosphere'; that is an INCREDIBLE band name. You heard it here first folks.

Posted by: Rowan at October 26, 2009 6:00 AM

At least you made it into the promo video...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FP3r_CaoG_I&feature=player_embedded

Posted by: LAZ at October 26, 2009 2:57 PM

Congrats Terry. I'll be sure to put that on my Christmas lists for this year.

Posted by: JJ at October 26, 2009 3:43 PM

Lol, awesome.

Posted by: Blerg at October 26, 2009 4:52 PM

I also heard about Bent Objects from The Sneeze, and visit both blogs daily. I'll be picking up a few copies of the Bent Objects book, which makes a great christmas gift, by the way!

Posted by: Krista at October 26, 2009 6:07 PM

How could "The Sneeze" NOT be included in the book?? You were the inspiration!! At the very least, the book should have been dedicated to you. Shiiiit, I'd be bitter too!! I" might" put it on my X-mas list this year...or maybe I'll just request a huge box of raisins. What to do, what to do....

Posted by: Enron at October 27, 2009 6:16 AM

D: When are we going to get more info on the Brain thief? I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for the culprit to be caught!

Awesome book though :D

Posted by: Laura at October 27, 2009 8:49 AM

You feign bitterness cause you're gay.

Posted by: SteveIsGay at October 28, 2009 7:21 AM

I spotted a card at Target today that reminded me very much of Terry Border's work, and lo and behold, it was indeed an official Bent Objects licensed product! Way to go!

Posted by: Hirayuki at October 31, 2009 5:00 PM

Man, I was going to take a little bit of company time to tell you that Terry is using "The Sneeze" in his promo video for "Bent Objects" but I see it has already been posted. Notice that this fact didn't prevent me from taking that bit of company time anyway?

Posted by: Mark at November 18, 2009 2:56 PM

That cover is hilarious! This guy is the best kind of genius, the kind who's learned to do no harm by applying his talents to entertainment instead of science.

Entertainment can never backfire! And Pringles suggestively covered in Cheetos powder will always make the world a better place.

Posted by: LiteralDan at November 20, 2009 11:33 AM

Once I showed one buddy this book, it got passed around like the plague...in fact, I haven't seen it in a while. Thanks for leading me to such a kick ass book!

Posted by: Cortney at November 21, 2009 10:31 AM

Another person who found out about Bent Objects through The Sneeze. :) I bought myself a copy of the book, and think it's great!

But, of course, The Sneeze picture is very awesome as well. Perhaps too awesome for the book.

Posted by: Little Scarf Girl at November 23, 2009 8:16 PM
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