Thursday, January 27, 2011
My notebook
Here are 4 reasons why I recommend keeping a notebook as a creative person:
1. Keeps your thoughts organized
2. Keeps a to- do list handy
3. Keep track of others (if you deal with people like that)
4. You can capture your ideas and develop them right away, or gradually.
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Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Recommended book: "Shift" by Peter Arnell
Peter Arnell talks about his personal "Shift" or rebranding during his weight loss process. He went from 406lbs to 150lbs and explained the techniques he used to change his mindset and find his motivation. He's also an advertising guru so, of course, he tells stories from his own work experiences. Its a good read for anyone serious about it. Thanks again Mark
I've embedded a video of Peter Arnell being interviewed about his book on the Today Show... check it out:
Monday, January 24, 2011
Hip Hop Sneaker Art Battle - HARLEM, NY
This was a lot of fun. Paula invited me to come see her do some graffiti on sneakers. I thought it was gonna be something like a live battle, but when I walked in, everyone was chillin drawin on sneakers..... so I had to join in :). The shoe I did is below.
TashLeake!
The tongue says, "If we all did the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves." ~ Thomas Edison ..... one of my favorite quotes.
My little sister and one of the shoes she did.
Legendary graffiti artist, James Top and I .... taking photos with the fro peices on the wall (by James Top)
James and Paula
Paula with the other shoe she did.
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(Video) BJEVERETT - "The Delivery" Power of Dream
Follow along... this is the first of many videos to reveal THE REAL BJEVERETT. This one is called "The Delivery" - Power of Dream.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Dean & Ravo - End of the Week (Official Music Video)
I'm a fan. I'm lovin your music fellas :) . ANNNNDD this video was directed by, the one and only, BLiZY ! I'm inspired by your creativity.... keep doing your thing :)
Go to their website for more info: DeanAndRavo.com
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Thursday, January 20, 2011
Laurie Ann Gibson in Pastry Krump-Its
This was actually the very first shoe that I had a hand in designing from scratch. I'll never forget the day either. Jai Hudson and Jessica Brown were the brains behind the whole thing. We were asked to design the shoe under a very tight schedule (1 day), so we took the next day off and went to work... brainstorming and sketching at ALLSMiLES studio. The next day, we all sat in a meeting with upper management, while Jai presented the ideas. They LOVED it and the rest is history lol. We ended up completing 3 ideas and had 2 of them developed. They're lookin good! I'm glad Laurie Ann digs them too :)
I found the actual print of Laurieann Gibson in the new issue of YRB Magazine... thanks ALLSMiLES
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Laurie Ann Gibson in Pastry Krump-Its
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Paper Brown Bag, Varsity Themed Jackets
As always, I love to see my friends doing big things and I'm making an effort to showcase them to everyone. Khalid and Quasim are a couple of talented guys I met in Harlem through a mutual friend (shout out to the DEEBSTER lol). I had a chance to check out their office this past summer and was amazed by their peices. They're all hand-done and the craftsmanship is impeccable. Below are a few of their new varsity-themed jackets. You can also visit their blog to see some of their other styles Paper Brown Bag NYC .
Follow them on Twitter: @PaperBrownBag
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Friday, January 14, 2011
Jahn Q Publaq- Behind the Scenes of "Go Hard" video shoot
This is my boooooo lol. Check out Jahn Q Publaq behind the scenes of his "Go Hard" video shoot in Philly. I was supposed to be there but it snowed :/ Can't wait to see the finished video!
Make sure you check out his blog at: WineNHerb.blogspot.com
Follow him: @JahnQP
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Thursday, January 13, 2011
Fly Talk: "Eye, Spy"
CL's at it again... Here's the second episode of Fly Talk. The man knows his stuff.... Enjoy :)
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Wednesday, January 12, 2011
BJEVERETT: "Half Girl | Half Amazing"
This is definitely a must watch. The official EPK of BJEVERETT. She's "Half Girl, Half Amazing", with a mission to inspire people to be great and encourage everyone that its okay to be different. You already know I support that message and there's SO MUCH MORE TO COME!
Don't forget to check out her Microcosm: BJEVERETT WORLD
Follow Her: @BJEVERETT_
(Graphic Design by TashLeake)
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Pastry: A Sneaker Biz (Via FoxBusiness)
Check it out! Here's the video I mentioned in my last post. Vanessa and Angela Simmons were featured on FoxBusiness, showcasing Pastry and some of the new styles we did for Spring 2011 . They'll be on the shelves soon :)
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Blackberry Pics 1/12
Sunrise from the fire escape window
The morning after the blizzard
Jay :) -- the office looks CRAZY
Working on a Hello Kitty X Pastry Collaboration. This was one of the identities I sketched up.
I wen to a Jamaican baby shower this weekend... enough said lol
Can you relate?
Thanks for sending this Juan! These are a couple colorways, I designed for Pastry, featured on Fox Business with Vanessa and Angela Simmons
Outside of Kanayo's house, on the corner of Gold and Platt -- Financial District, NYC
My cousin's baby! Congrats Tisha and Smitty!!
I've been meaning to read this book, and I may have a very good reason to start it soon.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
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