interviews

fkp client series presents: J Why

by Administrator on January 3, 2012

Every now and then you get a cold call and it really works out. That’s how I met J and his wife after receiving an email from them looking for a web designer. As a designer, you couldn’t ask for two nicer, more organized and articulate people. They were interested in a customized WordPress site utilizing Woo Themes Canvas. I also integrated Google fonts into the site to give them more options toward the look and feel they were going for. It was a breeze working with them and the results of our collaboration can be seen at JWhymusic.com. There are loads of audio and video clips from J’s various endeavors, all well worth a listen. I have my favorites!!!

I am really enjoying the process of interviewing my clients and the subsequent editing. Now if only I had a better camera. This video has some footage shot by J’s wife Anna, and man does it look better. For more on Anna’s dance film, “What Comes Between Fear and Sex”, which J scored, see the trailer here.

So grab a cup of coffee, sit back and relax for a few minutes and enjoy!!
—fkp

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fkp Client Series presents: Andrea Rich

by Administrator on November 9, 2011

This interview features Andrea Rich, a long time friend, client, collaborator and fellow spiritual traveler. I have created several iterations of her website for her many endeavors. The most recent is arichproduction.com, as well the accompanying blog site, which, for the designer peeps, is a customized Thesis theme.

I created the logo and a vertically scrolling site to focus on her current output as the author of the forthcoming book, Yoga of the ARcana, as well as her amazing  pottery creations. The blog is loaded with useful and inspiring posts, a video on the 5 Tibetan Rites and much more. Be sure to pay a visit.

A Kickstarter campaign is in the works, to help publish the Yoga of the ARcana book & card deck, and is set to launch by the year’s end. Please have a look at the video to find out just what it’s all about!! It’s great stuff!!

Enjoy—
fkp

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New fkp Client Series videos on the way!

November 3, 2011

Spent today getting footage for two new Client Series videos. As you can see on the left, this is what I wear when behind the camera. You like? ; ) I am excited to get these edited and posted. I have found I really enjoy the process of being behind the camera, letting the subject [...]

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The Client Series

July 14, 2011

This is the first in a series of videos I plan to produce, featuring my own clients, as a way to give each of us some wider exposure as to what we offer in the world. I created the logo and custom site for BeeWorks.biz, which now includes an online store. Barbara was wise enough [...]

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Stefan Sagmeister shares Happy Design

March 7, 2010

I’ve been super busy lately and that, of course, is a good thing, but it’s left me little time to contribute much writing on design. Often while I’m working I will either listen to music, or podcasts and interviews. I came across this on Ted.com and definitely wanted to share it. If you do not [...]

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The Downer Interview

November 3, 2009

Most definitely not what the name implies. Jim Downer was one of my first design teachers as I trotted myself back to school in 2000 looking to redirect my creative energy in a new way. I still hold him as one of the most profound influences in my experience at school. His approach to teaching [...]

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Paula Scher: Geography of Design Part 1

September 7, 2009

What a happy holiday weekend find!! Enjoy musings from one of the design world’s most beloved figures. While there are many big names in the industry, few are female, so this is a treat for those of us trying to make our way through, male or female. Part 2

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James Victore by Hillman Curtis

April 21, 2009

“Give me some paper and a pair of scissors and I will kick your ass!!” Ha! No doubt. Any monkey can sit at a computer, but to create a compelling visual that conveys a strong message, takes much more than a computer. His last statement in the video sums it up perfectly, not to sell [...]

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Milton Glaser

April 18, 2009

I had the pleasure of hearing a talk by Milton Glaser at SUNY Ulster back in 2002 and he was a joy. He is funny, articulate and wise. Loved his insights. I carry his advice in the reference section of my mind and stop there often for the reminders of what is important, in design, [...]

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David Carson by Hillman Curtis

April 18, 2009

Brief but good. Design freedom. Ahhhhhh….such luxury. David made such a huge mark by really being true to himself. I love that. You just can’t always follow the rules.

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