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BLOG OF THE DAY

2010-10-07T12:10:00.001+08:00

http://flavors.me/tina#421/blogger
http://nwmd.tumblr.com/
http://riflemade.squarespace.com/
http://madebysix.wordpress.com/

CUT OUT Vol.1 ISSUE 3

2010-10-04T21:53:00.005+08:00

(image via CUTOUT Magz facebook)

For this issue, I'm so excited... my works got featured under "Artist of the Issue"; which I'm the 7th artist on page 62. Overall... great issue!!! This time, they published with 2 covers for you to choose.

OCT. READING MATERIALS

2010-10-04T21:34:00.004+08:00

Hmmm... what do I have here?!!...

Book 2: Eldest

I can't believe I've finish the 1st book. Now reading the 2nd book... which is more thicker!!! Bring it on...

Fables: Vol 2 (Animal Farm)

Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Mark Buckingham and Steve Leialoha
Cover by James Jean

House of Mystery: Vol 2 (Love Stories for Dead People)

Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham
Art by Luca Rossi, Tony Akins, David Petersen, Henry Flint, Bernie Wrightson, Jose Marzan Jr. and Kyle Baker
Cover by Esao Andrews

Haven't read them yet, but so excited to know what happened, and I'm already bought it!!! Can't wait to finish it all!!!...

USAVICH

2010-10-04T21:18:00.004+08:00

Usavich (ウサビッチ, Usabitchi, from うさぎ "usagi", rabbit, with "vich" giving it faux Russian flavor?) is a series of animated short films being created for MTV Japan by Satoshi Tomioka and his studio Kanaban Graphics since 2006. It is about an odd couple of rabbits imprisoned in a Soviet prison. While the first season shows the absurd everyday occurrences of the two rabbits' prison life, the second season tells the adventures of their escape and life on the run. Season 3 is currently running, and revolves around their adventure to the 13th and top floor of a shopping complex in a city.
(From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

Aren't they too cute to be in prison!!! For those who can't get enough of these, the animation is available in local store (hoorayyy). Here is a preview!!! Enjoy...

or find out more at http://www.mtvjapan.com/usavich/

IBLARD JIKAN

2010-10-04T20:57:00.006+08:00

An amazing short films from a master production, Studio Ghibli. The visual is stunning and rich in wonderful colors beyond any animation. There is no plot or story... it's just a visual presentation with animation. For those who love Studio Ghibli, this anime is a must for your collection. It's now available in local store!!!

(A screen shot from the movie)

Iblard Jikan (イバラード時間, Ibarādo Jikan?, literally "Iblard Time") is a Japanese animation by Studio Ghibli, released in Japan on DVD and Blu-ray disc on July 4, 2007 as part of the "Ghibli ga Ippai Collection". It is directed by Naohisa Inoue. The story is set in the imaginary world of Iblard, originally depicted in paintings by Inoue. The paintings of Iblard also inspired the fantasy sequences of Ghibli's Whisper of the Heart.
(From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

EVANGELION 2.0 on DVD

2010-10-04T20:40:00.008+08:00

After making my jaw broke to pieces last year, I will going to have another jaw injuries after watching this at home!!! Yup!!!... It's now available in local video store.

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (ヱヴァンゲリヲン新劇場版: 破, Evangerion Shin Gekijōban: Ha?, lit. "Evangelion New Theatrical Edition: Break") is a 2009 Japanese animated film written by Hideaki Anno. It is the second of four films released in the Rebuild of Evangelion tetralogy based on the original anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion. It was produced and co-distributed by Hideaki Anno's Studio Khara.
(Synopsis via Wikipedia)

BEHANCE M'SIA 1st GATHERING

2010-09-28T20:21:00.003+08:00

(picture via - muid latif facebook)

This is a 1st batch of Behance Network, Malaysia. The gathering is to establish a creative relationship and also to help a growth of creative industry in Malaysia (or anything in between). Hope, this family will grow bigger and more people will get involve in the future. And of course, a great thanks to Muid Latif for his effort of making this happen! Syabas...

BLOG OF THE DAY

2010-09-12T00:49:00.003+08:00

I found these wonderful blogs while browsing something. Definitely check them out!!!

http://www.imrevolting.net/
http://www.blog.designsquish.com/

YUNA - DECORATE

2010-09-11T19:00:00.001+08:00

Tracklist:
1. Yuna - Gadis Semasa 4:47
2. Yuna - These Streets 3:55
3. Yuna - Penakut 5:07
4. Yuna - Fireworks 3:50
5. Yuna - Rocket 3:54
6. Yuna - Random Awesome 3:35
7. Yuna - Permission 3:32
8. Yuna - Cinta Sempurna 4:06
9. Yuna - Decorate 1:42
10. Yuna - Super Something (Hidden Track) 10:54

Finally... I bought it!!! One of the finest & the best local musician from Malaysia. I really love her music genre/style/influences & her voice is one of a kind!!! This new album definitely evolve so much from her previous EP album. Congratulations and thank you Yuna for this wonderful album. Can't wait for her next masterpiece!!!...

http://www.myspace.com/yunamusic

FABLES #1

2010-09-11T18:00:00.000+08:00

Vol. 1: Legends in Exile

Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Lan Medina, Steve Leialoha and Craig Hamilton
Cover by James Jean

Currently reading vol. 1... and will definitely continue reading the next one!!! Feel in love with it... Tp found out more, here!

ERAGON, BOOK 1

2010-09-11T17:02:00.000+08:00

Actually, I was force to read this one!!! Because I'm not a novel reader... I hate them!!!. I did read a novel before which is like an ages ago and it's only 1 or 2 books. It was my best friend Nuke that suggest me to read this book. Since my English is suck and their movie is quite disappointing, I'm just gonna give it a try... Thanks Nuke!!!

THE STORY BEYOND THE STILL

2010-09-09T23:24:00.001+08:00

An HD video contest by Canon. It's the first ever user-generated HD Video Contest where photographers become filmmakers.

The Cabbie from Vincent Laforet on Vimeo.

Director/DP - This short was commissioned by Canon USA to launch a nationwide campaign that was awarded Silver, Gold and Bronze Titanium Lions at Cannes in 2010. This was the first of 8 chapters. The rest of the chapters; beyondthestill.

CLOUD OF THE DAY

2010-09-09T23:09:00.002+08:00

What a fascinating & beautiful clouds of tiles design!!! Introducing "Clouds"; Design by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec. To found out more, check out their website!!!

HOUSE OF MYSTERY #1

2010-09-07T22:50:00.001+08:00

Vol 1: Room & Boredom

Written by Matthew Sturges and Bill Willingham
Art by Luca Rossi, Ross Campbell, Sean Murphy, Zachary Baldus, Steve Rolston, Jose Marzan Jr. and Jill Thompson
Cover by Sam Weber

Freaky!!! I'm sooo gonna get their 2nd volume next month!!!
More info, check it out here!!!

TIM

2010-09-05T22:41:00.000+08:00

TiM from Ken Turner on Vimeo.

Timothy Gray wants to be just like Tim Burton when he grows up.

THE UNWRITTEN #1&2

2010-09-03T21:22:00.002+08:00

Vol. 1: Tommy Taylor and the Bogus Identity
Vol. 2: Inside Man

Written by Mike Carey
Art by Peter Gross
Cover by Yuko Shimizu

When I said I need a new reading materials... I mean a comic book!!! So finally, I bought this graphic novels & fall in love with it. It's so good and addicted. Just bought their 2nd vol. and can't wait for the next one...

more info, check it out here!!!

CLOUD OF THE DAY

2010-09-01T21:53:00.004+08:00

(image uploaded from kootouch.blogspot.com)

This is the coolest sofa ever!!! The soft floating upper part is supported by the magnetic force generated by the bottom base. It's amazing. The sofa was design by D.K. & Wei. Definitely check it out, they also have a bunch of others cool stuff too.

CUTE CUTLERY SET

2010-09-01T21:44:00.004+08:00

I've always admire her handmade works and this one is no exception. Too adorable to use it. Definitely check it out; Evangelione's Handmade.

PIPIT ISSUE 4

2010-08-28T21:35:00.000+08:00

Recently just bought this new issue from Pipit!!! Love it...
(Cover by Nathan Jurevicius)
More info, check out their site here

NANO BLOCK JAPAN

2010-07-28T09:50:00.003+08:00

Tired of Lego but still would like to play something like Lego but more cuter & smaller. Then this Nano Blocks from Japan is suitable for you. I saw this at Kinokuniya KLCC. It's look so adorable!!!...

Official site (Japanese) here: www.diablock.co.jp/nanoblock

PIPIT ISSUE 2

2010-07-25T08:53:00.001+08:00

Yeaaa... I was really surprise when I got this issue coz it's actually a poster and info on the other side. Very interesting issue. Too bad, issue 1 is already sold out. Thanks Mike!!!

TOY FAIR 2010

2010-07-22T21:01:00.002+08:00

This is my 1st time to such event. Just got to share this with you guyz... Enjoy!!!

ANTALIS PAPER FANTASY

2010-07-20T09:09:00.001+08:00

Recently involved in this project. It's my first collaboration project with Aw Sei Wei. It's a very challenging project and we had a such a great time!!! The event was held at One Utama on 16-19 July 2010.

HOW TO CATCH A STAR

2010-07-10T08:50:00.000+08:00

I know this book is for kids... but I just got to have it. I was really inspired by the drawings and of course the story. I'm thinking to get the rest of the series!!! weeeee...

JAPAN ATTACK

2010-06-30T09:20:00.001+08:00

Just got to share this with you guyz. Great collection of Japan stuff from all the famous artist, mangaka, illustrator and so on. But I feel that it wasn't really happening as I thought... Anyway, it's a really great collections.

KLue URBANSCAPES 2010

2010-06-28T21:10:00.001+08:00

This event is way more interesting & cooler!!! They have music, arts, film & marketplace... which is very happening. Can't wait next year...

FCUK FB PARTY

2010-06-14T19:41:00.002+08:00

Happened at One Utama around 8pm. Got to eat nice ice-cream and got to see some nice cloth... what else, got to see some nice chicks also lolz!!!

OCTANE ISSUE 2

2010-06-05T08:56:00.000+08:00

I thought this magazine has gone already. But they actually finally came out with the 2nd issue. Interesting contents, definitely check it out!!!

AVIASI ISSUE 1

2010-06-01T08:36:00.000+08:00

So far, this is the best comic that I bought from Komik M collections. For me, it's a good quality comic in arts, character & storyline. Should check it out! Ohh... and it's only available in Bahasa Malaysia.

T.O.M.

2010-05-20T06:54:00.001+08:00

Director by Tom Brown & Daniel Gray / UK / 2006

The journey of a young boy!!!...
http://www.tdotodotm.com
http://www.holbrooksfilms.com

FESTIVAL AWARDS
Encounters Int. Short Film Festival 2006: Cartoon Dor Nomination
Sundance 2007: Honorable Mention for Short Filmmaking,
Annecy Int. Animation Festival 2007: Best Graduation Film
London Int. Animation Festival 2007: Audience Session Award
Cartoon D'or 2007: Finalist

JOJO IN THE STARS

2010-05-20T06:34:00.002+08:00

Director by Marc Craste / UK / 2004

In a bleak and desolate world, a small creature seeks out the woman of his dreams: a high-flying circus performer with a cruel and possessive ringmaster.

Winner Best Animation at the 2004 Clermont-Ferrand Int. Film Festival.
Winner BAFTA for best animated short 2004

For more information: www.studioaka.co.uk/jojo
Available on DVD: www.adventuresinshortfilm.com

PIXELS WORLD

2010-05-20T06:08:00.000+08:00

SAVE BOOKMARKS

2010-05-20T04:58:00.005+08:00

For those who read lots of books and always forgot the page they had read, this is a good and easy way to get yourself a paper bookmark!!! I love it... simple.

To download the file in pdf, ai or eps, please visit their site here.

COOL TV ADS

2010-05-18T21:47:00.000+08:00

Saw these some cool tv ads (Malaysia) that I would love to share. I hope that you guyz will like it too... Heheheee

Twisties - Irretwistible

(Client: Kraft (M'sia) / Agency: Saatchi & Saatchi (M'sia) / Production: Oktobor (NZ) / Director: Gary Sullivan)

DIGI Internet - New Home

(Client: DIGI / Agency: Naga DDB / Production: Superwonderful / Director: Eric Yap)

OBSESSED WITH CAT

2010-05-16T04:05:00.005+08:00

Ok, I've been aiming this shirt for so long now and luckily it still around and it got my size and it's only 1 left!!! Sweeeeeeet... The shirt is from Pull & Bear, Pavilion. Just got to have it!!!...

PIPIT 4TH WONDERFUL MARKET

2010-05-16T03:20:00.004+08:00

I'm so excited and was happy to attend such amazing event... wonderful it is!!! There are a lot of people coming today so it's really packed. I think next time need a bigger place because I think the crowed is getting bigger and bigger!!! Heheheee...

Didn't manage to take some pictures at the event (so sad... ), but will show 1 stuff that I bought; it's the Pipit Issue 3 and my work was featured on the last page with the rest of my fellow artist friends under Pipiteer Crossover Vol. 1.

You will find my name under the list; as Clouzzz!!! That was my avatar name in Pipit Community... Heheheee

KL DESIGN WEEK 2010

2010-05-13T23:40:00.006+08:00

This is the 2nd event and was held in many places such as; Pavilion KL, CapSquare, National Art Gallery, Galeri Petronas, map/Dutamas & KL Convention Centre from May 1st until 16th. The event are packed with exhibitions, forums, talks and installations. So, for those who hasn't seen it, you guyz still has until this week. Don't missed it!!!

For more information, log on to their website www.kualalumpurdesignweek.com.my

Here are some pictures that I took at CapSquare.

Wish I can take part like them next year!!! Heheheee...

COOL LISTENING

2010-05-13T20:58:00.003+08:00

Recently have been listening to these cool songs; new and old... love it!!! Hope you guyz would love it too...

Neon Trees - Animal

The Temper Trap - Sweet Disposition

Kiss Kiss Kiss - Mirrors

The Whitest Boy Alive - Courage

Yelle - Ce Jeu

Edwyn Collins - A Girl Like You

CUT OUT VOL. 1 ISSUE 2

2010-05-13T20:51:00.002+08:00

Wohooo... finally out this month!!! Another thing that I was so happy about is my work has featured in this issue. Heheheee... Thanks Jay Lim and CutOut Magz for giving me the opportunity to spread my establishment and for noticing my works. Can't wait for the next issue!!!

WE LOVE COLOURS - LAWS OF GRAFFITI

2010-05-13T19:22:00.002+08:00

The event is to celebrate their hugely successful Graffiti competition, and they also invited people to join them for an awesome creative networking event in collaboration with DISTRICT Shop/Gallery and KL's foremost Graff crew PHB KLK.

To visit their place; District Shop Gallery, 145-1 Jalan Imbi (next to Pizza Hut), KL or log on to their website; www.thisisdistrict.com.

And of course, another good thing about this event is lots of freebies!!! yeheheee...

MARINA & THE DIAMONDS

2010-05-02T01:30:00.003+08:00

I think I saw her before... but somehow forgot about it. Then, when I browse on This Pop Life and saw the new video clips of her, I feel that I definitely need to share it here too. I just love her voice.

So yes, I've got an email to confirm that her single "I am not a robot" is out this week!!! For further information, check out her official website.

So, this is the official video by Rankin & Chris.

This one Marina shot in LA, taken from the visuals shot for her forthcoming May UK tour!

FLEA MARKET @ NEO DAMANSARA

2010-04-26T13:01:00.002+08:00

Wuaahhh... this is my first experience in this flea market business!!! Doing it with my friends. It's tiring but it's fun.

Since I'm here at the flea market, I've actually missed to go to CutOut "Show It. Don't Hide" event competition at Dasein Academy of Art on saturday. Since I'm not shortlisted, I think it's ok lolz... some more, I don't have easy transport to got there.

THE =ENERGY TRAP-

2010-04-26T02:35:00.003+08:00

After the Sanif Olek screening... I went out to see these!!! Cool works ehh...

SANIF OLEK SHORT FILM

2010-04-25T22:59:00.004+08:00

Apologized for the late post!!!... Haaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Ok!

Been to his little screenings the "Love Trilogy" at The Annexe Gallery, KL. Missed his 2 short films but managed to watched the last one and an extra in progress clips for his upcoming film "Ramuan Rahasia". The 3 films are Lost Sole, à la folie (like crazy) and "Ameen". Can't believe I've missed it!!! Damn. Anyway, if you guyz want to know what its all about, watch the trailer clips below.

Lost Sole | LOVE trilogy #1

à la folie "like crazy" | LOVE trilogy #2

AMEEN | LOVE trilogy #3

Also, check out his blog and website for more info about him!!! Enjoy...

THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS

2010-04-20T18:57:00.005+08:00

This is a Malaysia-Singapore contemporary photography exchange exhibition presented by The Annexe Gallery (Kuala Lumpur) and 2902 Gallery (Singapore). The exhibition showcased the unique visions of 8 contemporary photographers from Malaysia (Bernice Chauly, Lim Thian Leong, Minstrel Kuik & Tan Chee Hon) & Singapore (John Clang, Muhamad Nuruddin, Ore Hui Ying & Teo Chai Guan).

"That's the effect of living backwards," the Queen said kindly: "it always makes one little giddy at first."
- "Through The Looking-Glass", Lewis Carroll

...and what else did I've done during the exhibition, other than just looking around... I did some little shopping too. I can't resist it... so damn nice!!!

NEW TEE HEHEEE

2010-04-16T23:45:00.005+08:00

Bought this from Gene & Hue (inside SODA boutique) at Times Square Megamall, KL. Love the design!!!...

KEEP THAT POSTCARDS #1

2010-04-16T23:06:00.003+08:00

Talking about postcards, instead of using it to send to people... I actually keep them (especially the nice one lolz). I love love love collecting postcards!!! Actually I've got a lot more but it's too many and too old. Will show you guyz the picture of all my postcards if I happen to stick it them all on the wall. Heheheee...

This free postcards are from look and take. I took it at Palate Palette Check them out at www.lookandtake.com.my

I've got this postcards last year during KL Design Week 2009. It's actually front & back... nice in both side!!! Check out their cool stuff here!

THE HIDDEN MALAY TOWN

2010-04-16T21:55:00.008+08:00

I think this is a very interesting stuff to share for those who never seen this, since it's quite hidden... This small shops was build inside The Mall, KL. If you guyz past by PWTC or feeling hungry & thirsty, do check out these unique buildings. Enjoy!!!

Here is a bit history about The Mall from wikipedia:

The Mall is a shopping mall located along Jalan Putra in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is situated across the street from the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) and the Pan Pacific Hotel. The complex was build by Metroplex Holdings Sdn. Bhd. (MHSB) and opened in 1987 by Mahathir bin Mohamad, the ex-Prime Minister. At the time The Mall was the largest shopping centre in Malaysia and was build to attract more shoppers from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur. The Mall has many specialised outlets with a variety of items such as souvenirs, clothing and antiques.

BOOK FAIR 2010

2010-04-16T21:06:00.003+08:00

Talking about books, the only thing that interest me is; not the novel... b'coz i hate reading with lot lot lots of words... So, they have all these booths and luckily... I mean luckily they have booth for comic & magazine. So, thanks to them that I don't have to go home and regret ever going to this book fair. Anyway... it's actually an interesting event for those who love books and want to expend their knowledge.

If you guyz don't believe me, see for yourself what did I bought during that event!...

If you guyz are comics lover, you guyz should check out this 2 graphic novels. And it's in malay languange... You might notice that these 2 comics hardly to be spotted or available in shops, so do check out here for more details.

YUSOF GAJAH ALPHABETS SET

2010-04-15T19:40:00.005+08:00

Just bought this Yusof Gajah alphabets set (A-Z) during the MAP KL Arts Festival. You guyz can also get it at Kinokuniya, KLCC at only RM10. I love how the art of elephant transform into alphabets... brilliant!!! To find out more, check out his blog here.

"Gajah" means elephant... You will see most of his arts is base from elephant.

p/s: Has to change "V" into "A" coz there's only one A inside the box. Heheheee...

WHAT'S IN MY TREASURE BOX

2010-04-03T04:17:00.006+08:00

So far... my accessories are only these!!!

My favourites... other than D&G perfume no. 1 Le Bateleur;

This wing necklace is from Sui Generis. Check out more at www.suigeneris.com.my or drop on their facebook.

The ceramic necklace by Fauzi Tahir. Check him out at his facebook!

Owhh... and that chest treasure box is from KK Home Deco, Ampang. Well, I'm thinking if I got more money, will get the bigger one!!! heheheee...

MAP ARTS FESTIVAL 2010

2010-04-03T04:11:00.005+08:00

Sorry for the late post, have been busy this week. Here are some of the photos during that amazing and cool event!!! Its happened in 2 days, but I only went there on the 1st day. Thanks Jee Wan for informed this to me, if not I would have missed it!!!

More info about the event check out www.mapkl.org.

What's there...

The Bazaar...

The Events...

ENGLISH STYLE HOME DECO

2010-04-02T16:59:00.004+08:00

Found this cool shop selling nice stuff of English style home deco (I think). The place is near Ampang Point and the price is quite reasonable. You guyz should check it out!...

... and don't judge by its cover (anyway, I hate the signage!!!).

UPTOWN T-SHIRT

2010-03-23T02:18:00.005+08:00

NOOKA MINDSTYLE

2010-03-17T08:06:00.002+08:00

Check it out at Mid Valley Megamall. To vote, visit H5 Facebook and read all about the art series and check out the great pictures, visit The Pipit.

ALICE IN MID VALLEY MEGAMALL

2010-03-17T00:14:00.003+08:00

CUTOUT MAGZ LAUNCH PARTY 2010

2010-03-15T01:08:00.007+08:00

During the cool event... Congratz!!!

Won the lucky draw and free door gift (RSVP only)!!!

BUTTON EYE RABBIT DOLL

2010-03-13T05:42:00.006+08:00

Just bought this cute doll. I forgot the shop name (somekind of home ware and accessories), it's behind Wangsa Maju Walk Mall. They got other designs too... should check it out!

DASEIN SHOWCASE 2010

2010-03-13T05:25:00.003+08:00

Saw this showcase/exhibition at Wangsa Maju Walk Mall. The artworks look really impressive! Cool... gud job guyz!!!

But, somehow the booth setup are very sad. And like my friend said, it doesn't look like design/art show... Maybe next time, should put a little more effort on how to display those great stuff... ok. Peace!!!

T'S OF THE TIGER

2010-03-13T05:09:00.007+08:00

Recently bought this cool T's from Brands Outlet. Design by Garage and the prioce is surprisingly cheap!!!

GLAM STREET FASHION BAZAAR 2010

2010-03-10T08:40:00.003+08:00

Click to enlarge. Enjoy!

GRAFITI AT PASAR SENI

2010-03-10T08:30:00.003+08:00

Finally able to shot it. This is the only thing that is beautiful around that area. Thank god for art!!!
(Click to enlarge. Enjoy!)

ART FOR GRABS 2010

2010-03-10T08:00:00.002+08:00

Click to enlarge. Enjoy!

2010 CHARACTER DESIGN

2010-03-06T07:10:00.003+08:00

Did this for Pipiteer Crossover Project. Check out more here!

Anyway... notice anything in the artwork?!!! Heheheee... each character has an alphabet on them that when combine together will spelled IZAM... it's my name!!!

7 STAR AWARD

2010-03-01T06:20:00.000+08:00

A competition to find a creative and innovative star 2010. Having at Cinelesiure, Damansara. When I arrived, it was too late. Manage to snapshot some pictures of what left on that day.

SYMBOL OF THE DAY. #4

2010-03-01T05:50:00.000+08:00

Hmmm... forgot where this is. Maybe at Avenue K underground parking lot.

EVANGELION 2.0

2010-03-01T03:20:00.005+08:00

Proudly to pronounced that it's finally showing... here in Malaysia. It's on 4 March 2010 at Cathay Cineplex. Definitely gonna watch it... if i wasn't busy or forget. Can't wait!!!

For more info and booking, please visit here.

CUTOUT MAGZ ISSUE #1

2010-02-28T16:18:00.006+08:00

Finally bought the 1st issue... Cool issue. Something good is happening on their 2nd issue. Tungguuu...

also check out their official site or facebook for more info. Don't forget to come to their launch party on 14 March 2010 (4pm - 7pm) at Palate Palette Restaurant & Bar.

DESIGN QUOTES DISPLAY

2010-02-17T20:08:00.005+08:00

Found this cool website bout design quotes. It's by Alex Giron. Very interesting and inspiring. Go here!

For mac user, to set up into screensaver... go here.

TOTORO IN TOY STORY 3?

2010-02-17T18:55:00.003+08:00

surprisingly... it probably just a quick cameo in the movie. Glad to have more fans of Hayao Miyazaki in Pixar & Disney... heheheee. Wish to see more of it. Can't wait for the movie already... will update.

article from www.japanator.com

PANDA ARTBOX

2010-02-17T18:40:00.003+08:00

My friend bought it from Singapore (why Singapore always has a lot of cool stuff??!!!)... It's from Artbox made in Korea. So guyz, lets go to Singapore!!!

SYMBOL OF THE DAY. #3

2010-02-17T18:16:00.004+08:00

Saw this symbol near Sangria Island Bar at Jalan Sultan Ismail, KL. Feel it a bit strange but cute!!!

THE SECRET OF KELLS

2010-02-17T17:24:00.004+08:00

Amazing visuals and hopefully great storyline. Not sure whether it's going to show here in Malaysia or not.

Synopsis:
In order to finish the magnificent book, a 12 year old Brendan has to overcome his deepest fears on a secret quest that will take him for the first time ever, beyond the abbeys walls into the enchanted forest where dangerous mythical creature hide. It is here that he meets the fairy Aisling, a mysterious young white girl, who will become his closest friend and helper.

official website www.thesecretofkells.com

OLD TIME MARUKU

2010-02-09T22:14:00.003+08:00

Maruku Ikan!!!... I don't know where the hell did my friend bought it. Still gud as always... heheheee!!!

SYMBOL OF THE DAY. #2

2010-02-09T22:12:00.002+08:00

Saw this symbol at Pavilion Shopping Mall. So cool...

AGNES OBEL

2010-02-02T08:31:00.005+08:00

I just couldn't stop listening to this song. Been addicted to her soothing and dreamy voice. She had a great voice & the song is superb!!! More, visit obelmusic.com or her myspace. Can't wait to listen to her full album.

ARTZINE BY BIBICHUN

2010-02-02T06:30:00.004+08:00

Just bought this cool handmade zine through online by Bibichun. Cool drawings...

16pages of drawings
black/white prints.
RM8 per copy, postal included.
(for Malaysia only)

email for inquiry, bibichun@gmail.com

MY 2009 COOL T'S

2010-02-02T04:01:00.008+08:00

Bought this from Pull & Bear, Pavilion. Love at first sight... My favourite!!!

Bought this during the cutie cutie comic show. Love the drawings... it's by Tan Eng Huat. Printed by Radioactive.

This one, I bought at F.O.S... Just couldn't resist the cuteness!!! Printed by Kid Robot.

My colleague bought this from Uniqlo, Japan. Love the colors & unique alphabets.

I must be out of my mind when I bought this... Just love the cool look of this skeleton... Heheheee

So, which one is your favourite?!!!... Gotta have more cool t-shirt this year too...

YOUREKA! MOUSE PAD

2010-02-02T03:55:00.003+08:00

I've got this cool mouse pad when I bought KLUE Magazine. Sometimes, it's nice to have a cool free goodies...

CUTIE CUTIE COMIC SHOW

2010-02-02T03:08:00.005+08:00

Forgot to update bout this event. Long gone. Wish they will have it again this year. Bought something during that event like; Gilamon Graphic Novel and 2 t-shirts.

LOVING MUJI

2010-02-02T02:39:00.005+08:00

My friend bought this from Singapore. The other is from my colleague and he bought it from Japan. Sorry guyz, there's no MUJI shop/outlet in Malaysia yet. Wish they goin to open here soon!!! I heard they have a lot of gud stuff. More info, check out www.muji.com

OCTANE MAGZ

2010-02-02T02:15:00.000+08:00

Another local design magazine. I kind a like it... not as good as idN or computer arts lolz, but it's a good effort and somebody need to do it coz other established design magazine are so damn expensive (...damn currency!!!). So far, I only saw 1 issue... since November?!!! Is it gonna be another disappointment??!...

Anyway, support local design magazine!!!

CUTE SCARYGIRL

2010-02-02T02:03:00.005+08:00

Love this toy... a lot. Have one of my friend bought it for me from Singapore. Thanks Nuke!!!
More info, check out www.scarygirl.com.

Also check out this cool game trailer!!! To play, simply go to the website and play...

Scarygirl Game Trailer from Touch My Pixel on Vimeo.

MUNKAO ART BOOK

2010-02-02T01:32:00.004+08:00

Some of an old collection by Munkao illustration book. Funny, freaky & cool illustration. More info check out his website here www.munkao.com.

CAMPER ALPHABETS POSTCARD

2010-02-01T19:21:00.004+08:00

Here is some of my old stuff that I would like to share. My old colleague/friend from Lucideas bought it from Australia. It's damn cool!!! Different designer/artist for each alphabets. Also, stickers included.

I would love to do something like that too...

MR. MEN IN A BOX

2010-01-27T10:59:00.005+08:00

I just couldn't believe my eyes when i saw this cute biscuits box at 7eleven. It's Mr. Men Little Miss!!! Without thinking I just bought it and it selling for quite cheap. The biscuits wasn't great though but what's great is the free gift inside... it's a free limited edition of MMLM bag tag/key chain. And I'm so happy that I've got Mr. Strong... heheheee. Collect all 10 designs now... more about MMLM visit www.ilovemrmen.com

2010 TABLE CALENDAR

2010-01-23T21:20:00.006+08:00

This is a very cool table calendar. Using recycled paper material and it has info about recycle... Thanks Kak Anny for giving it to me (actually I ask her to give it one to me)... Heheheee.

Copyright by EZAD Design Inc and printed in Kuala Lumpur.

THE NEW iMAC

2010-01-23T21:06:00.007+08:00

I've been working with the new iMac this past few days... and I'm lovin it!!! Superb!!!

Love the super wide screen; 27 inch display. Like the mouse... but hate the new keyboard. It's inside one package, you can't change it, need to purchase new one separately. I like their previous keyboard (long one). One thing about this new keyboard, it's too short for me and NO backspace keyboard?!!! The rest is wonderful... so far.

Sadly, it's not mine... just borrowed. although I can't afford it yet, I'm goin to force my partner to buy one for me soon... hahahaaa.

SYMBOL OF THE DAY. #1

2010-01-23T21:01:00.004+08:00

I saw this big symbol/logo on the shop wall... love the basic/simple line.

FREE 2010 CALENDAR

2010-01-16T05:04:00.002+08:00

I've been plan to do this a long time ago... but no time to do it, and no artworks. Probably somewhere this year (wahh...). Will let you guyz know.

I used to download free calendar from 72 Lounge. They have a very cool designs; a collective artworks from different designer for each months. But too bad, their site is now down.

Anyway, i've found this cool pdf calendar from Love. Obsess. Inspire, designed by Gleaux. Download it and ready to print. This is one of the nicest calendar out there. Let me know if you found something nice too!!! Sharing is good... heheheee

OHANASHINO-HANA

2010-01-11T08:22:00.007+08:00

(Bloomed Words)

Recently, I just found this cute short animation. It won the Excellence Prize for animation division at Japan Media Arts Plaza 2006.

Artist by: Kubo Amica & Inoue Seita

Reason for Award:
The work offers perfect pacing in an animation which develops with the casual rhythm of everyday realistic conversation. The graphics that appear one after another are sophisticated and the individual forms are interesting. One of the features of animation is visualizing invisible phenomena. In this work, as the title explains, casual conversation has been turned into joyful visual scenes. (article from Japan Media Arts Plaza 2006)

WHITE COLLAR

2010-01-11T05:46:00.007+08:00

I was looking for new tv series... and finally found this one. Just watched the pilot show last night and got addicted. I love crime detective investigation style series...

For more information, click the picture below. And here is a plot from IMDB:
"A white collar criminal agrees to help the FBI catch other white collar criminals using his expertise as an art and securities thief, counterfeiter and racketeer."

You've got to admit... the poster looks cool too.

FANTASTIC DESKTOP WALLPAPERS

2010-01-11T05:06:00.007+08:00

I think it's time for you guyz to change your desktop wallpaper. It's good to have a new, fresh and inspiring visual on your computer screen once in awhile. Dzine blog has selected 50 Really Fantastic Desktop Wallpapers For Designers. So, choose your favourite here.

And my favourite is this one... (I'm a sucker for blue sky & green field). It's very soothing and peaceful!

(image from Dzine blog)

GET INSPIRED

2010-01-11T04:39:00.005+08:00

I know this will involve a lots of browsing and scrolling and clicking... but it's worth it. Check out on my right sidebar under GET INSPIRED section to check out some of the coolest design web/site on the net. The links with bold typeface are my top 5 favorites. Hope will help you guyz to start to get an ideas. So go explore and be inspired!!!...

FUMIKO NO KOKUHAKU

2010-01-11T04:12:00.008+08:00

(Fumiko's Confession)

What happened if your love confession got rejected? This story brings you to a new level of Japanese animation. Check out this cool short animation by Ishida Hiroyasu. Other than sweetness, fantastic visual and impressive animation movement, it will be ridiculous enough not to laugh...

To check out others Ishida Hiroyasu works, go here. Enjoy!

NEW NAME CALLED AWAN

2010-01-05T21:33:00.004+08:00

I've decided to change my blog name again because my previous name seems a bit weird and it doesn't make sense. Finally... i came up with this one.

Awan in english is means cloud. In my opinion, it could represent the movement of everyday life that ever changing or not at all, but every-time you look above, it's always a magnificent view. That's what i want to see around me.

... The view from above ...

IT'S GOOD TO BE A DESIGNER

2010-01-05T03:59:00.005+08:00

By Todd Bertsch
President of E-volve Creative Group
Web Solutions
as seen on AIGA.org, digg.com and float.com

After reading the November issue of How Magazine’s article by Bryn Mooth, entitled “Follow Your Heart” (which is a very awesome, inspiring article, I might add). I felt compelled to share my thoughts on why I feel it’s good to be a graphic designer.

Well, we know it’s not for the FAME & Glory. Or the humongous salaries. However, there are several reasons why we must not take for granted our great gift of communication; the excitement that we bring into text everyday, the designs and imagery we bring to life, the magic…

A skill.

We’re designers because it’s fun and exciting. A God given talent. A skill, we sometimes take for granted. Most people in the business world don’t have a skill to hold tight to their chest. They may have the intelligence and a degree, but not a skill. We have something tangible. A portfolio. A gallery of designs. NOT many people have this. A skill that we can tap into to manufacture extra money for our families. Which reminds me of an enlightening conversion around the fire pit. I was talking to a friend a couple weeks ago and he said “You know Todd, I really envy you.” I said, “Really? Why?” He says, “You have a skill. And you have the opportunity to use that skill at home to make extra money anytime you like.” He continues… “Your lucky. I would love to have something like that.” Then it hit me. He’s exactly right. Sometimes we quickly forget what we have. Thanks for the reminder Ken.

Passion.

Passion for every project big or small. Some say we’re quirky or even weird. Damn tootin. We have to see the world in a different way. Otherwise the world would all look the same. Every time we lay our fingers into the keyboard or wrap our hands around that mouse, it’s magic. It’s our STAMP. Like a master piece of artwork on display at the Louve, it has our name on it and we’re damn proud of that. We are a unique breed. Other colleagues envy us. That’s right, we actually like to come to work. It’s like being a kid in toy store.

Power.

The power to communicate, to deliver a message so important and so invoking that it triggers something inside a human being. Something that makes them stop and think. The power to influence someone’s decision. Shape lives. Contribute our skill and time to life saving organizations. It’s your canvas. Your time.

The thrill.

True, we all have our not-so-posh days of setting paragraphs of text, cutting a background out of an image, or copying and pasting many lines of code. But at the end of the day, you have to admit, it was fun. Like a never ending roller coaster. You can’t be totally creative everyday. But when you’re in the zone, it’s a great feeling. What a thrill.

The security.

As Bryn Mooth professed; Designers are here to stay. Most everything else can be automated and shipped overseas. But not good design. Nope. This delicate, fragile and often times crazy profession, needs creativity and whit, in which can’t be shipped out. Ups, Fed ex, DHL…Nope, ain’t happening. Yep, most of us are labeled as the “strange ones”. Sorry, we see things differently. With that comes a shield of security. True the economy has not been the most prosperous, but at least we are not being shipped out.

The stories.

That one story you’ll never forget. It’s like golf. You could be destroying the greens all day long, then you sink that one 30 foot putt for par, and your hooked. You’ll be back for more. I think of graphic design like that sometimes. You may not win many awards for your work. You may not get the pat on the backs that you know you deserve from your clients or peers. But, there will be that one story. That one experience that locks you in. That 30 foot putt for par. Here’s one of mine:

It was senior year of undergrad school and a few design buddies decided we would get together and start to develop some freelance work. One of the guys had landed us a small project. Not a big money maker. Not a glamorous design project by all means. But it was an opportunity none the less. The project entailed creating an invitation to promote the opening of a new downtown club’s Martini & Cigar Room (the couture of the time). So we designed the invitation with a newly designed Martini Lounge Logo with a personal touch. How such a small element could make the piece come to life. We proceeded to punch an actual cocktail toothpick through the paper. Thank goodness their staff helped us out with that task. The amazing part about being at the opening was watching the full experience. The full life cycle of the invitation. The recipients (a few select hundred people) arrived with invitation in hand, eager to join the celebration. And to enjoy a few stinky cigars. But, the interesting part of the evening was when we noticed that everyone (or most everyone) was stilling holding onto their invitation. In fact, they even asked the hostess if they could keep it. They just didn’t want to part with it. Now that was cool! It was a good day.

Design is all around us. It’s Everywhere. We can not get away from it.

In the end, it’s what we do. It’s all we know.

We are graphic designers…
…and that’s a good thing.

tb.

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010

2010-01-01T00:32:00.004+08:00

Hope everything will going smoothly this new year. Wish u all the best & may god bless u all!!!

HAPPY X'MAS

2009-12-25T12:26:00.004+08:00

For those who're celebrate, merry x'mas and enjoy ur holiday!!!

WEB PORTFOLIO UPDATE

2009-12-23T17:19:00.002+08:00

Recently just upload my portfolio to the net (thank god, finally). Feel free to check it (click the picture above to visit). But full site is still under construction. I will announce it when it's done.