Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Monday, March 28, 2011
Freelancing! :D
Here are a few projects I've been working on in my free time.
1. Local logo contest for the website AlabamaNights.com.
I'm the first submission so far... hoping I have a good shot. ^_^
It was definitely a nice change of pace to work on this.
2. Creating t-shirt designs for a coworker's offshoot start-up business.
I am hoping to get started on an e-commerce site for him soon using Joomla! as well. Speaking of which...
3. Learning Joomla! and installing it on my domain + porting my portfolio into a Joomla! site.
New portfolio is up at www.katmcgo.com. Joomla! is like my new best friend. <3
Next step is a custom template... which looks a little daunting, since there are LOTS of elements that need to be styled. BUT...
4. Creating a simple Joomla! site for the Birmingham Urasenke group.
I am hoping to be able to do this, as their site (current version here: urasenkebirmingham.org) is pretty lightweight, and would require minimal links, menus and doodads. I think this project would be a great way to learn how to make a Joomla! template.
Anyway, I am happy to have lots of things to work on. And learning Joomla! is SO much fun. ^_^
1. Local logo contest for the website AlabamaNights.com.
I'm the first submission so far... hoping I have a good shot. ^_^It was definitely a nice change of pace to work on this.
2. Creating t-shirt designs for a coworker's offshoot start-up business.
I am hoping to get started on an e-commerce site for him soon using Joomla! as well. Speaking of which...3. Learning Joomla! and installing it on my domain + porting my portfolio into a Joomla! site.
New portfolio is up at www.katmcgo.com. Joomla! is like my new best friend. <3
Next step is a custom template... which looks a little daunting, since there are LOTS of elements that need to be styled. BUT...
4. Creating a simple Joomla! site for the Birmingham Urasenke group.
I am hoping to be able to do this, as their site (current version here: urasenkebirmingham.org) is pretty lightweight, and would require minimal links, menus and doodads. I think this project would be a great way to learn how to make a Joomla! template.Anyway, I am happy to have lots of things to work on. And learning Joomla! is SO much fun. ^_^
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Mad About Terriers
I love terriers!
I found a scan of this old card and just had to share it. I think Sealyham Terriers are just the cutest! >_<
Problem is that they are also almost extinct. Why such a darling breed would be dying out is beyond me. Alfred Hitchcock owned 3 Sealyhams, so if we ever adopt one, we'll be in good company. :D
We have a Welsh Terrier and a Wire-Coated Fox Terrier (we rescued this little girl last month!), so we have plenty of dogs to keep us company for now. I plan to start doing drawings of their cute little faces for etsy. :)
I found a scan of this old card and just had to share it. I think Sealyham Terriers are just the cutest! >_<
Problem is that they are also almost extinct. Why such a darling breed would be dying out is beyond me. Alfred Hitchcock owned 3 Sealyhams, so if we ever adopt one, we'll be in good company. :D
We have a Welsh Terrier and a Wire-Coated Fox Terrier (we rescued this little girl last month!), so we have plenty of dogs to keep us company for now. I plan to start doing drawings of their cute little faces for etsy. :)
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Cherry Blossom Festival at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Hosted by JASA (the Japan-America Society of Alabama), the Sakura Festival will be taking place this Saturday, March 19! It will run from 11am - 4pm and include lots of neat activities like martial arts demonstrations, ikebana, origami, anime/manga and calligraphy.
Download the flyer here! http://members.canpan.info/kikin/products/detail.php?product_id=1080
Of course, the most exciting thing is that the Toshin-an (燈心庵) teahouse will be open for viewing!
My partner and I are fortunate enough to be members of the wonderful Birmingham Urasenke Chadou Study Group, and will be participating in tea ceremony demonstrations planned for 1pm and 2pm. I'm the 正客/principal guest, gah! I am going to try my best. We will also be assisting in the preparation and dissemination of free tea.
It should prove to be a very fun day. The gardens are magnificent right now, with so many plants in bloom. Come out and get a taste of the immense wealth of culture that Japan has to offer.
I think I would be remiss to not mention the terrible disaster that Japan is facing right now. It will be a lovely day, but all who attend would do well to participate with a spirit of remembrance, support and camaraderie. I cannot help but have thoughts of those who are suffering in the back of my mind each day... Keep Japan in your thoughts (and your prayers as well, if you pray). Below are just a few ways to donate & support the relief efforts:
• Google Donate: http://www.google.com/crisisresponse/japanquake2011.html#donation
• Send a text to the American Red Cross: Text REDCROSS to 90999 to Give $10.
• Buy a Gaga wristband: http://ladygaga.shop.bravadousa.com/Product.aspx?cp=14781_42444&pc=BGAMLG88
• Donate directly to the Japan Foundation: http://members.canpan.info/kikin/products/detail.php?product_id=1080
一期一会 - cherish each moment...
Download the flyer here! http://members.canpan.info/kikin/products/detail.php?product_id=1080
Of course, the most exciting thing is that the Toshin-an (燈心庵) teahouse will be open for viewing!
My partner and I are fortunate enough to be members of the wonderful Birmingham Urasenke Chadou Study Group, and will be participating in tea ceremony demonstrations planned for 1pm and 2pm. I'm the 正客/principal guest, gah! I am going to try my best. We will also be assisting in the preparation and dissemination of free tea.
It should prove to be a very fun day. The gardens are magnificent right now, with so many plants in bloom. Come out and get a taste of the immense wealth of culture that Japan has to offer.
I think I would be remiss to not mention the terrible disaster that Japan is facing right now. It will be a lovely day, but all who attend would do well to participate with a spirit of remembrance, support and camaraderie. I cannot help but have thoughts of those who are suffering in the back of my mind each day... Keep Japan in your thoughts (and your prayers as well, if you pray). Below are just a few ways to donate & support the relief efforts:
• Google Donate: http://www.google.com/crisisresponse/japanquake2011.html#donation
• Send a text to the American Red Cross: Text REDCROSS to 90999 to Give $10.
• Buy a Gaga wristband: http://ladygaga.shop.bravadousa.com/Product.aspx?cp=14781_42444&pc=BGAMLG88
• Donate directly to the Japan Foundation: http://members.canpan.info/kikin/products/detail.php?product_id=1080
一期一会 - cherish each moment...
Friday, March 11, 2011
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Sumi-E Painting on Etsy (w/Kokinshuu verse)
Check it out here: http://www.etsy.com/listing/69746348/sakuracherry-blossom-sumi-e-ink-painting
I'm starting to work on my painting and calligraphy, and this is a cherry blossom study I did to that end. The more I practice, the more I'll improve. :D
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
New Print on etsy!
I'm now selling another art print on etsy: http://www.etsy.com/listing/69676013/
Listing is for 8.5" x 11", but I can print it at any custom size one could wish for.
Next listings in the pipeline: Sumi-e/watercolor as well as graphite Cherry Blossom studies and notecards with Japanese paper and calligraphy. ^^
Listing is for 8.5" x 11", but I can print it at any custom size one could wish for.
Next listings in the pipeline: Sumi-e/watercolor as well as graphite Cherry Blossom studies and notecards with Japanese paper and calligraphy. ^^
Monday, March 07, 2011
Identity Work - Christian Shirts
More logo work I thought I would share:
Sorry for all the brief posts lately, but life has been busy!
Sorry for all the brief posts lately, but life has been busy!
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