Obvious State is a creative studio, their artwork and goods are inspired by beautiful language that has stood the test of time, poetry that stretches the imagination, and philosophy that prompts us to think deeply. Obvious State takes snippets of text from literature, philosophy, and poetry as inspiration for a visual response and illustration.
“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately.” – Henry David Thoreau
From his beloved book, Walden—a record of his communion with nature, confrontation with the “essential facts of life,” and quest for enlightenment. Thoreau exalted nature and eschewed formal religion, and his pursuit of simplicity was at once practical and spiritual.
To visually capture the spirit of Thoreau’s words, Obvious State reimagined the dense crossing branches in the deep woods as pointed Gothic arches. Gothic architecture—characterized by soaring spaces and elegant symmetry—was structured to inspire awe, to draw one’s attention up and to create a sense of weightlessness. Spend some time alone in the woods, and it becomes clear from where the architects drew their inspiration.
Product Details:
- Cover: 18pt recycled chipboard made from recycled content & books
- 32 college ruled sheets, uncoated 70# paper
- Pocket sized: 3.5 x 5 inches
- Saddle stitched with matching black staples
- Made in US in partnership with Scout Books.
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