This week I’ve heard the saying “passion project” repeated a few times and it struck a chord. It conjured up feelings of struggle and joy. Whether you’re investing extra time and energy into a side business, producing a video, or feeding the less fortunate, these projects can have a huge and positive impact on your […]
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It’s a lot easier to get inspired and manifest dreams when the people around you are pounding pavement like no other. What’s even more beautiful is the communal aspect of it all and how many contribute beyond themselves. I’m not from here, but this piece is an ode to one of the cities that has
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We meet many who artists who are dedicated to their craft and churn out work left and right. Some seem to be more concerned with quantity instead of quality for fear of being left behind and/or monetary needs. Occasionally, you’ll meet an artist cut from a different cloth. Someone that has an intense, almost spiritual,
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The orders for the Help Japan Print are still coming in and that means more donations for the International Rescue Committee. I’m grateful for all the support so far! Really hope to make this a continuing tradition during times of need because it feels good to give back in some way. Purchase Print: Help Japan
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I was introduced to this concept a few years ago as I was looking through a book on my brother-in-law’s desk. The book was called “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” written by Stephen Covey. His system advocates the use of four quadrants to help you structure out your daily activities in accordance of
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. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkHrz6BgSC4 . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F47LyDU-vpk . Ratha Nou is the genius and creative eye at Stablished, a motion design and directing company here in the Bay Area. As a friend and mentor he exemplifies what passion, hustle, and work ethic embodies. That alone is inspiration enough. However, what astounds me is the ordered chaos in his
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Ever wanted to decorate the drab walls in your home or office but not spend a fortune on artwork? Me too. In the process of looking for artwork to grace our walls it became obvious that canvases cost too much, posters looked cheap, and Ikea wasn’t cutting it anymore. We needed large panels to accompany
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. A syndicate that is impregnable is how I would describe 123Klan. Their style is highly distinguishable. A mash up of quirky, clean, hand-drawn, and exaggerated designs. A lot of heads who start out as graffiti artists usually end up doing graphic design and 123Klan is no different. However, their ability to balance and excel
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I remember coming across Fatoe’s work early on in my career and have been admiring the quality every since. What initially caught my eye about his pieces was the sense of movement embellished by all the intricate details and artifacts. A perfect blend of digital and handrawn elements coming together. Heavy work. .
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