Monday, December 19, 2011

The I.S.S. Presents "Sphaeravesti"


The Founders of the International Sphaeralogical Society are proud to offer to the public our first Official Sphaeralogical T-Shirt Line!

Celebrate your love for all things bouncy with your very own Super Ball Tee!

These limited edition Tees - designed by Brian Holderman for the I.S.S. - are currently available only  through the I.S.S.

We can accept checks or PayPal transfers, but will soon have them available for on-line ordering.

Get them while they're hot ....AND AVAILABLE!!!!!

Cheers,

The Founders

PS - One more style to follow shortly!

 I.S.S. Crew Tee

Available in S, M, L, Xl, 2XL
 Women's Over-Size Tee

One Size Fits All (Differently!) :-(
 Classic White Tee w/ Green Swirl

Available in S, M, L, XL, 2XL
Black Tour Tee

Available in S, M, L, XL, 2XL
Hipster Silver Tee

Available in S, M, L, XL, 2XL

Thursday, November 17, 2011

ISS Presents Sphaeralogically Themed Walking Sticks

As you can imagine, Sphaeralogists tend to be a pretty sophisticated bunch.  Prone to reflexion and perambulation, they often find a cane a great support to their ramblings.  You'll find here examples of two hand made custom walking sticks made for the founders of the I.S.S.  If you too find yourself weak from considering the Coefficient of Restitution of your favorite ball, you may need one of these customs jobs for yourself.

Enjoy,

The Founders

"The Principal's Cane"









"Michael's Cane"





Monday, November 14, 2011

SLIDELUCK 2nd Annual Fundraiser

Founder Henry J. Simonds was proud to have a piece (SJ1-PR, 2011) featured in the silent auction at this year's Slideluck Potshow Annual Fundraiser.  Featuring several dozen works, including those of Patrick McMullen, Spencer Tunick, and Shepard Fairey, the annual event and auction raises money to support Slideluck's event programming and educational initiatives.

Check the links here for the auction items and for future Slideluck Potshow events.

Slideluck Potshow
Slideluck Auction
Slideluck 2nd Annual

And a few pics with the photo on the wall behind some beautiful people.







Sincerely,

The Founders

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Hypersphaerae in Space!


Requiem lives on!  

Two of the photographs from the show were included in a short exhibition at the Charles Bank Gallery last week.  The show, Celestial Matters, included works that had been in space as well as those inspired by the final frontier.

Buzz Aldrin was in attendance at the grand event on Oct. 14th.

Check out these links for more info on the show and the presenting org.



Best, The Founders

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Sony Bravia - Sphaeralogical Bliss!


Nothing captures the elegance and wonder of the Super Ball© like this Sony Bravia commercial.  250,000 bouncy balls dropped down the streets of San Francisco.  It is mesmerizing and beautiful!

Enjoy.

Sony Bravia - Super Balls

The Founders

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Requiem on 52Exhibits








Hey Friends,

Just discovered this blog post about the show, Requiem for the Super Balls©.

The author is a young graphic designer who has decided to visit one show a week during 2011.  Henry Simonds' show was exhibit 31.  Check out the blog here: 52Exhibits.

Thank you friend.

Sincerely,

The Founders

Monday, October 10, 2011

Hypersphaera jangeri

Hypersphaera jangeri
Psychedelic Cyclone Superball

Swirling, multi-color ribbons injected into the mold from a single point at the base.  Characterized by a range of bright colors.  The ribbons of colored material often show an oscillating pattern within. Primarily shiny in texture.

Has been in production since 1965, shortly after the introduction of the Original Super Ball®



Hypersphaerae jangeri by Henry J. Simonds

A specimen box showcasing an examples of Psychedelic Cyclone Superballs.

Photo Courtesy of Steve Smith