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www.postmagazine.com 5 POST MAR/APR 2023 BITS & PIECES www.postmagazine.com 5 POST MAR/APR 2023 XENCELABS UNVEILS 24-INCH DRAWING DISPLAY SAN FRANCISCO — Xencelabs Technologies Ltd. (www.xencelabs.com) has introduced the Pen Display 24 Studio Series, a 24-inch digital drawing display that features enhanced glare reduction and fingerprint resistance on an edge- to-edge drawing surface. Designed to provide a natural drawing experience, the Pen Display 24 includes a tilt stand and offers VESA mount flexibility while running silently, thanks to its fan-less operation. "Since we launched our first product, we've constantly looked for new ways to improve the creative workflow," explains Michael Thompson, head of product at Xencelabs. "We listened to artists and their input is reflected in the Pen Display's design: stunning display fidelity, an excellent drawing experience, superior ergonomics and more. This device is designed for maximum produc- tivity, adapting to the user's preferences, not the other way around." The Pen Display 24 comes with a tilt stand that lets users start working immediately after downloading their preferred driver (Mac, PC or Linux) and plugging in the display. The Linux driver works similarly to the Windows and Mac drivers, and has full functionality. The display's edge-to-edge tempered glass with Xencelabs' Super-AG Etching reduces glare and reflections, even in bright rooms with overhead lighting. The continuous surface is uninterrupt- ed by buttons or seams, and anti-fingerprint coating reduces streaking and smudges caused by everyday use. Two pen sizes are provided to fit different-sized hands and preferences. One pen comes with three buttons, while the other has two buttons. Each has an eraser. Pens can have an initial activation pressure as low as 3g. The Pen Display delivers 1.07 billion colors for accurate color reproduction. Its 4K UHD resolution (up to 3840x2160) contributes to an improved workflow, as images that are enlarged several times still retain clarity and sharpness. The display supports six industry-standard color spaces and meets key perfor- mance criteria from Pantone. The included Xencelabs Quick Keys can be attached anywhere on the side of the Pen Display 24, making it easy for users to find a comfortable location. The Xencelabs Quick Keys allows artists to incorporate shortcut keys into their workflow through an easy-to-use interface. The integrated OLED display lets users see button assignments at a glance. There can be up to 40 shortcuts per application using the set button, which allows users to group eight keys into five different sets. The physical dial offers four function modes for zoom, rotation, brush size and other functions. The Pen Display 24 will be available in the second quarter of 2023 for $1,899. 1PARK9 LAUNCHES, TAPS UNDERREPRESENTED TALENT NEW YORK CITY — Creative marketing agency 19th & Park has launched 1Park9 (www.1park9.com), a full-service production company for commercials, branded content, experiences, film and TV. 1Park9 was conceived to build on the vision of its parent company to offer brand and entertainment clients holistic creative solutions backed by talent that reflects the cross-cultural, cross-generational audiences of today, as well as the changing way audiences are consuming media. 19th & Park co-founders Tahira White and Whitney Headen set up 1Park9 to be more than just a provider of end-to-end production services. The new ven- ture aims to break down barriers for emerging and underrepresented creators. "Production has been a part of 19th & Park's DNA from day one," White explains. "But five years into our journey, we've evolved into something bigger than a production unit executing campaigns; we are dreaming up the ideas behind them, working hand-in-hand with extraordinary talent to reshape the cultural narrative with a digitally-native mindset." 1Park9 is equipped to handle projects from concept development and consulting to full production execution and post production. It is also poised to develop long-form storytelling, with its first documentary set to launch later this year. "1Park9 is the business addition that increases the value of everything we do at 19th & Park," says Headen. "Our direct-to-brand clients have access to full-service creative execution — and our first-ever exclusive roster of talent. 1Park9 is a new division of 19th & Park that has been a part of our brand iden- tity from the beginning, and now, it has its own home as a standalone produc- tion partner to brands, in-house agencies and entertainment partners." Beyond empowering clients with production solutions tailored to their needs, White and Headen designed a production model that placed equal em- phasis on creating opportunities for the talent they work with. Their inaugural roster reflects black excellence across the worlds of photography, advertising, television, film and art. Photographer/director Dana Scruggs is recognized as the first black person to photograph a cover for Rolling Stone, and the first black female to shoot ESPN's Body Issue. Emmy- nominated producer and director Okema T. Moore is recognized for develop- ing content for the likes of Meta, Lifetime, Netflix and Nickelodeon. Gladimir Gelin is a renowned fashion and lifestyle director/photogra- pher. Fred Daniels is a sports journalist director/photogra- pher, while Matthew Ellis is a photographer who specializes in travel and photojournalism. "The traditional lifecycle of how content comes to be and who creates it is dying," concludes Headen. "With that, cultural competence matters more than ever. 1Park9 is here to help brands and entertain- ment providers navigate and stay ahead of where the in- dustry is headed, with premier talent and storytelling to back it up." 1Park9's (L-R) Whitney Headen and Tahira White