Akomplice 2012 Summer Lookbooks – Colombia & Brazil

California-based brand Akomplice has presented us with two great lookbooks for Summer 2012. Traveling to South America the owners of Akomplice – Patrick Liberty and Mike Smalls parted to two separate destinations. Mike stopped in Florianopolis in southern Brazil for a few weeks and shot a lookbook, while Patrick toured through Colombia and chose Medellin as his final destination to put his vision into reality. It’s a great look into how each owner creates. As you can see by comparing both lookbooks that both men have their own unique vision, but that difference is what makes Akomplice what it is today. They didn’t travel alone though – bringing along a few buddies for both shoots whom you will see throughout the lookbooks. Check both of the lookbooks after the jump.

GEAR PATROL: Rio is Rising – 72 Hours in Rio de Janeiro

A blog that we have been frequenting lately is Gear Patrol and we recently ran across this 5-part photo essay on Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. With very interesting photos and video that take you on a personal 72 hour journey through Brazil and their infamous Carnaval. This has already drawn us to open a savings account titled “Brazil or Bust.”  Below you can find the preface to the article along with photos for your viewing pleasure.