EXHIBITION DISPLAY:
February 13 - February 23, 2001
University Gallery
University of Florida, Gainesville

Why create an exhibition around iStuff?
Because web sites are simply digital bits void of any physical presence, if they are removed from cyberspace, any and all relative data can be lost forever. Like television and film, memorabilia–-toys, models, ephemera–-are a simple, but highly effective means of immortalizing and making collectible a particular show, actor, icon, or in this case, web site.

 

 

cindy margolis autographed photo
cyberqueen cindy margolis doll*

 

cyber stud mahir cagri doll*
mahir cagri photo

 

original receipts from
derek's big website of walmart
purchase receipts

 

original autobiography, me by me, and
original pets.com sockpuppet doll

 

mr. winkle wrist watch*

 

autographed web page from Nehal Patel,
creator of Mr. T Ate My Balls

 

Mr. T Ate My "Meatballs" lunchbox & thermos*

 

Original Hampsterdance CD and
hampsterdance figurines* (created by Selin Ozguzer)

 

    
Dancing Hampster toys*

 

nightlights display case*

 

    
iStuff Backpacks*

 

"iHip Kids" t-shirts

 

podium

 

www.istuff.org projected

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*Note:
All toys and items on display are for research purposes only. In no way will they be distributed, manufactured, or sold to any individual or company. They simply serve as possible examples of how popular web sites might enter mainstream pop culture through the creation and mass distribution toys and merchandise. If you have any questions or concerns regarding any of the above items, please e-mail me at kcsmith@istuff.org