Aspiring Art Director

Flagship Apple Store

2008-06-07T02:44:00.005-04:00

Visited NYC for the 3rd time this past year.
Finally visited the 5th ave. Apple Store (below photo). Also visited MoMA. I will visit SF MoMA tomorrow for an interesting comparison.

Korea's Biggest Export... now on Colbert Report

2008-05-06T19:12:00.006-04:00

Once the exporter of sneakers and hairpins, one of Korea's biggest exports are now pop stars. Voted as one of Time's 100 most influential people is one of these exports, "Rain."

Below is a video of Rain, hosted on Colbert Report.

Internship with BSSP

2008-05-01T16:22:00.004-04:00

It's been confirmed.

After accepting the fact that I might end up spending this summer creating my web site and going on trips, my internship came through. I will be doing an internship with Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners in Sausalito.

I get to work with an awesome agency while enjoying the city of San Francisco!

It's going to be so much fun!

Long Lost Twin?

2008-03-19T12:01:00.004-04:00

A classmate found this image on ffffound.com. Even I did a double take. Was I ever photographed in a subway? Maybe this is my long lost twin.

Apparently, her name is Murai and this was taken at the Kyoto station.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/trans_parent/2335475092/sizes/o/

Mountain Top Removal by Dominon Power: Creating Permanent Deserts in Deciduous Forests

2008-02-24T19:19:00.006-05:00

As copied from DemocracyInAction.org

Dominion Power, Virginia’s largest utility, wants to build a new 585 megawatt, $1.6 billion coal-fired power plant in Southwest Virginia’s Wise County. The new plant would be a major step backwards for Virginia, increasing the state’s dependence on dirty coal and devastating mining practices at a time when we should be moving toward a future of clean, renewable energy sources.

How to make your voice heard: Sign the Petition to Dominion’s shareholders and CEO opposing construction of the plant and advocating smarter energy solutions for Virginia at http://appvoices.org/index.php/air/vapetition.

Tokyo Water Horse Hologram Ad

2008-01-30T18:32:00.000-05:00

Non-traditional ad/publicity stunt for the movie "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep" at Tokyo Bay. Utterly amazing holographic/3D effect using lights, a large water screen and precisely timed water fountains.

Next Step for Restroom Equality!

2007-12-20T18:48:00.001-05:00

Check out P-mate website, Ladies.

The above is from ads of the world.com

Hyndai Car Commerical and Corona Japan

2007-12-12T04:19:00.000-05:00

Funny!!!

Off Mark for Corona ads done by Oglivy & Mather Japan

Action 7 News and Richmond Tourism

2007-11-27T20:02:00.000-05:00

Uploaded the video commercial on Gun Control created for Visual Storytelling, titled "Action News 7."

Also uploaded video commercial created for Visual Storytelling for Richmond Tourism, titled "Cobblestones."

Ramen noodles commercial made in Oct. 2007 for the same class.

Georgetown Visitation Monastery

2007-11-25T19:09:00.000-05:00

Over the Thanksgiving break, I called the Georgetown Visitation Monastery. I hoped to shoot some photos of 3 sisters for my Rocket Dog mock ad for class.

The architecture was beautiful. The sisters were friendly, cheerful, and made me feel right at home. They even gave me a gorgeous book describing the artwork and history of the Visitation Monastery (CMYK on heavy, glossy paper).

Who knew a life dedicated to celibacy can be so temptingly packaged?

It is a good option to check out for any woman.

Sister Maureen de Chantal (top left), Mother Philomena (top right), Sister Mary de Sales (bottom)

Cute Sleeves for your Mac

2007-11-01T07:14:00.000-04:00

The MacBook Pro sleeve from applesac finally arrived.

They were designed by Amy Butler and also comes in Burlap, Red and Terry Cloth. They are lined with fleece for protection. It fits my MacBook perfectly and fits into my slim backpack. This is important, since it's not smart to walk alone at night in Richmond with a "too-obvious" laptop case.

Innovation Challenge

2007-09-28T00:43:00.002-04:00

I was told to brace myself these next few weeks for Innovation Challenge. Two weeks of pure torture. Graded, of course.

Teams of four people--comprising of a creative strategist (CS), a creative brand manager (CBM), a copywriter (CW) and an art director (AD)--will go up and be expected to hold ground against MBA candidates from the likes of Harvard and Darden (UVA).

Problem 1: What arsenal does an AD have to counter an MBA in an MBA's territory?

Problem 2: Competing against UVA, especially when their Commerce grad. program is so highly ranked.

**Problem 3: I miss SLEEPING even more.

The Countdown

2007-07-11T21:36:00.000-04:00

The 100+ days have now dwindled to mere a mere fourteen as another summer comes to a close. The countdown began mid-April, when a pert envelope arrived at my doorstep boldly stamped "AdCenter."

Also known as Mass Communications branch of VCU's graduate program in Richmond, Ad Center provides 60 weeks of intensive, real-world education for future advertising professionals (http://adcenter.vcu.edu). Incidentally, it was rated #1 ad school in Creative Magazine, and also the only program that I had applied for--completion of the application cost worthwhile 4 months of forsaking all but 3 hours of sleep each day.

In exchange for going broke, I will:

have an irresistible portfolio
be better educated to succeed in the competitive world of advertising
have extensive industry contacts
have had the guidance of amazing instructors
have befriended equally talented and passionate classmates
have known why sleep-deprivation is an effective method of torture