National Design Awards: Interior Designer Finalist Clive Wilkinson Architects
August 3, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Celebrity
First Lady Michelle Obama hosted the National Design Awards honorees at the White House last week in an initiative to recognize today’s revolutionary designers and inspire the designers of tomorrow. In conjunction with her support of arts and design education, the First Lady serves as honorary patron for the 2010 National Design Awards. Interior Designer [...]
National Design Awards: Fashion Designer Finalist Behnaz Sarafpour
August 2, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Career, Fashion Design
First Lady Michelle Obama hosted the National Design Awards winners and finalists at the White House last week in an effort to recognize today’s revolutionary designers and inspire the designers of tomorrow. In conjunction with her support of arts and design education, the First Lady serves as honorary patron for the 2010 National Design Awards. [...]
Guest Blog: One Question Interview with Interior Designer Erica Swanson
July 28, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Career, Interviews
This week we caught up with Toronto-based Interior Designer Erica Swanson about how her education has had an impact on her career. Question: How did your education help prepare you for your career? Answer: My education has been integral to my success. An ‘eye’ for design is not enough; a firm grasp of basic business [...]
Public Relations Specialists for Musicians
July 26, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Business
In order to help musicians build their brand, name, and career, it’s important to team up with a public relations specialist. Public relations specialists with online degrees from reputable schools nationwide can help musicians with their advertising, social media, and branding. Musicians who hire public relations specialists can focus on doing what they do best [...]
Guest Blog: One Question Interview With Writer Rachel Call
July 24, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Interviews
This week we caught up with Rachel Call, a local writer and recent university graduate. Question: How did your education help prepare you for your career? Answer: I think my education has helped me in a few ways. In classes and projects with real-life clients I had to learn to write well and on a [...]
Nintendo Video Game Designer Shigeru Miyamoto Turns to Life for Inspiration
July 23, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Career, Celebrity, Software
Nintendo Video Game Designer Shigeru Miyamoto. Photo c/o Lawrence K. Ho / LA Times Shigeru Miyamoto is Nintendo’s chief video game designer and the creative genius behind their best-selling games including Mario, Donkey Kong, and Zelda. He’s also the legend video game designers aspire to be. A natural innovator, Miyamoto received his formal education from [...]
Prevent Headaches in a 3D Movie
July 12, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Healthcare
In recent weeks, the animated blockbuster Toy Story 3 was released in 3D, and millions of people flocked to the theater to see the Disney film enhanced. Unfortunately, 3D movies aren’t always fun and games with many reports of sickness ensuing after attending a 3D film. Many movie-goers experience headaches and blurred vision both during [...]
Queen Elizabeth II’s Hats from Canada 2010 Tour
July 7, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design, Celebrity
Queen Elizabeth II recently completed a nine-day tour of Canada, during which she sported some incredible hats. Hats as an accessory have a myriad of benefits. In addition to being a status symbol, hats protect the wearer from the glare of the sun and can make one appear taller. Hats also draw attention to the [...]
Beat Summer Boredom with Duct Tape Fashion
July 2, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design
School’s out. You’re bored. If you’re looking to beat summer boredom, look no further Duct tape, the fix-it solution developed during the World War II to keep water out of ammunition cases, has many more uses than securing your bumper back to your car. While duct tape is typically associated with handy These innovative designers [...]
Hilarious Twilight T-Shirts
July 1, 2010 by Sarah Ward
Filed under Art & Design
The third Twilight movie, Eclipse, was released this week and since it’s the hot topic on everyone’s lips, here are some hilarious Twilight T-shirts we found. Hilarious Twilight T-Shirt by Cafepress Hiarious Twilight T-Shirt by Oohlalamb Stay in school, girls! Hilarious Twilight T-Shirt by Cafepress Twilight Bite Me. Please. T-Shirt Transfer by Faboo Hilarious Twilight [...]