95 : white space

At the studio, we can't help but tend on a clean and modern design style. Doesn't mean thats all we do, we love exploring different design styles, just wait until you see the new teen inspired hand drawn packaging design that's underway. But it just so happens that we tend on simplicity. What adds to it is the use of white space, aka negative space. What the heck is that you say? Its that area in art & design that isn't occupied by subject matter or text, but is whats around and in between subject matter, or whats left unmarked on the page that adds to a more dynamic composition and drama which....ok, so blah blah blah right? It's kind of hard to explain the subject, better to show by example... and what a better way than on some of our work that just wouldn't look the same without the right use of negative space. Take a couple of our identities for example, can you spot the use of white space? (And don't let the name fool you, it isn't always literally "white".)

And not only do each of the logos include an element of white space, but the photos do to. White space within white space, like a play within a play. :)

94 : dinner with clients

There are few times where we get to put business and projects aside for a second and sit down to lunch or dinner with a client. It's nice to take a break and enjoy good food and good company. Tonight was one of those nights... it was good company and good Chinese. It's in these moments that we see the people we work with not only as our clients but our friends.

We're looking forward to the next client lunch/dinner... which in our opinion doesn't happen often enough! Hungry anyone?

93 : weekend getaways

This past weekend I headed out of town and went up to Santa Barbara for some much needed r&r. With a map, reservations at a dog-friendly hotel and my two favorites in tow, it was sure to be one amazing weekend. And boy was it.

It was so amazing in fact, it reminded me that I need to try and get away more often.

Next getaway...San Diego perhaps?

For all of you wondering how Mr. Giz did on the trip...He spent the majority of the time like this...

Spoiled much? Giz? Never.

92 : port cranes

Some people look at the Port of LA and see machines, metal, consumerism, commerce... That may be true, but having grown up here these machines, containers, and ships feel more a part of the landscape than something foreign.

The machines are oddly beautiful filling and towering over the harbor. Like welcoming giants the cranes are the first thing that the trade ships see when coming in to port. I have for so long been enamored with these giants, their silhouettes, and their colossal beauty. During junior year at Otis I did a project on this port town which is where these photos come from.

91 : office socks

On a quick run to the store these cozy socks found their way back to our office. They are made of the softest material and feel like you are wearing clouds on your feet. Now they have become our office socks (Jen:Blue/Pink/Green and Mo:White/Pink/Green). If you stop by the office unexpectedly don't be surprised if you find us at our computers with these beauties on. And it does look pretty funny with these bubble gum striped colors on our feet considering that we are usually dressed all in neutrals.

90 : zero gravity card series

De ja vu? Nope, Zero Gravity greeting cards have done it again. You may recognize this sexy beast from an earlier post on "Funny Valentine's Cards".  If Easter wasn't enjoyable enough, this card makes it even better. I think these jean shorts put a whole new perspective on decorating Easter eggs. By this cameo on Easter cards, chances are you may see this sexy man again... Like "Where's Waldo?" we are wondering what other holiday will be so lucky. Maybe 4th of July? Can't you just see the American Flag jean shorts?

89 : ian bagg

One of our all time favorite comedians to see live is Ian Bagg. We first went to see The Ian Bagg Show years ago, when he would perform late-night talk show style at the Comedy & Magic Club. Let me tell you, we'd laugh so hard our faces would hurt. Surprise guests included Pedro from Napoleon Dynamite, Garry Shandling, Louie Anderson (could have done without him) and tons more.

He's performing tonight at the C&MC, and we're super excited. The last time we went was in September, so it's definitely time for our Bagg fix. Even though the majority of his jokes will probably be the same (with him saying "Holy Sh!t" a lot in between), it's still sure to make us both want to pee our pants.