Tuesday, January 29, 2008

ELMHURST.

THE TRIP:
i was fortunate enough to see samantha over break. i flew out for 5 incredible days. i stayed at her parent's home. they were incredibly gracious hosts, and know exactly how to show their guests a fantastic time(galleries, museums, frank lloyd wright, meals, etcetera, etcetera... the list goes on forever).

the city of chicago:


the line to art institute of chicago:


a nice, common sight:


enjoying jawlensky's girl with a green face:


after leaving the aic:


new year's:


sam's wonderful parents:


the incredible fondu:


the new year's cheers:


the resolution:
spend more time creating and considering creations.

THE CHRISTMAS CARD:

THE BACKSTORY:
since i was a child, i've been producing an xmas card annually.
this year was no different.
i've been pushing the striped idea in all of my designs recently.
we'll see how far i can go.
give me a couple more years.

THE DESIGN:

Monday, January 28, 2008

SAN JOSE.

the parentals traversing the street:


a good visual summary of san jose for myself:


kate with one of nine puppies:


the family stranglehold:


the big kids catching a nap:


EXTRA:

get your SCRIPT up

don't lose yourself, gazing into someones EYES

the color will BLEED

what 2007 meant to DESIGN

sorry LADIES

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