Category Archives: Graphic Design

Frustration & the Creative Process

Posted on April 1, 2012 by

“… the act of feeling frustrated is an essential part of the creative process. Before we can find the answer — before we can even know the question — we must be immersed in disappointment, convinced that a solution is … Continue reading →

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Do Not Fear Color

Posted on March 29, 2012 by

As part of 2012 Modernism Week Palm Springs, I sat in on a “Color + Modernism” lecture by the designers of the brand-spankin-new-brighter-than-a-Lite-Brite hotel across town, The Saguaro. The architects, Stamberg & Aferiat, imparted an important little nugget of advice … Continue reading →

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Hands and Interaction Design

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

I just read the most interesting article: “A Brief Rant on the Future of Interaction Design” by Bret Victor. (Written in response to Microsoft’s recent “Productivity Future Vision” video) A newbie to mobile UI design myself over the past few months, … Continue reading →

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Paula Scher

Posted on November 10, 2011 by

This week, I had the chance to sit in on a conversation with designer extraordinaire Paula Scher as part of the RE:Design Conference held at the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs. Two words: Wise. Lady. For having such an influence on the … Continue reading →

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A little PS Vintage

Posted on August 16, 2011 by

Lately I’ve been knee deep in our magazine archives for a project. Sweet discovery– I am LOVING these illustrated vintage Palm Springs Life covers from the 50s and 60s. So fun! We will be selling prints in the next coming … Continue reading →

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TED Head

Posted on August 4, 2011 by

A few weeks ago I attended TEDxSoCal, an independently organized TED event in Long Beach, CA. What an inspiring day! I guess that’s what happens when a group of passionate speakers and listeners come together for the sole sake of learning … Continue reading →

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Pinteresting

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

Falling head-over-heels for the new website Pinterest. What an elegant solution for collecting, organizing, and sharing inspiration via virtual “pinboards.” Normally when something catches my eye on the internet, I save it to my desktop with the wholehearted intention of … Continue reading →

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7 Rules for Making More Happiness

Posted on June 11, 2011 by

Loved Stefan Sagmeister’s TED talk, “7 Rules for Making More Happiness.” He poses the question, “Can I pursue happiness in design?” His answer? “Do more of the things I like to do and fewer of the things I don’t like.” … Continue reading →

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Sketchy

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

 Is it normal to have this many active sketchbooks? SEVEN. I have a small library of scattered thoughts archived without rhyme or reason. I’m not even going to show you my pen drawer.

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Needed to read this today.

Posted on May 2, 2011 by

Ira Glass on Creativity: “What nobody tells people who are beginners — and I really wish someone had told this to me . . . is that all of us who do creative work, we get into it because we … Continue reading →

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Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival

Posted on March 30, 2011 by

After a frenzied few weeks of preparing collateral, I got to enjoy the fruits of labor at the Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival. Such. Deliciousness. Of all the wineries that made their way to the festival, I instantly fell … Continue reading →

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Walkin’ On 4th Street

Posted on March 7, 2011 by

I find that I am most inspired when I simply go for a walk. Here is some visual stimulation from 4th Street in Long Beach. antique sewing cabinet bikey mural book bookends by dashdot studios

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Happy Valentine’s Day…

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

Aw yeaaa.

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Modernism Week

Posted on February 11, 2011 by

I recently discovered that next week is Palm Springs Modernism Week. Awesome. One thing I love about this town is the prevalence of mid-century modern design and architecture. I definitely hope to check out a couple of exhibitions or films!

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Top Packaging Designs of 2010

Posted on December 28, 2010 by

Just saw this “Birdy Juice Concept” on TheDieline’s Top 100 Packaging Designs of 2010. Pretty stinkin’ cute if you ask me. I also loved Hanger Tea (hilarious) and the F. Scott Fitzgerald Collection from Penguin Books (gorgeous).  

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