The urban landscape provides an expansive palette of visual inspiration. In the décollage works of Mimmo Rotella, idealization is reconstructed through chaos and corrosion. I share in his vision of found beauty and the accidental gorgeousness of street graphic decoupage.
I’m not the first to love the polished, smooth look of the velvet jacket. Turns out, this chic item has an enchanting history. My adoration for this inter-seasonal wardrobe staple led me poking around in fashion history…and proposing its graphic design equivalent.
Italy is home to some of the most phenomenal works of art seen throughout time and the world. The Uffizi gallery in Florence provides a home to the numerous works of one of my favorite artists: Botticelli. As the Spring begins – or enters, as in his Renaissance masterpiece, his exquisite delicate details inspire and captivate.
For over 40 years Letizia Battaglia has captured stunning visuals that represent the historical context of Italian culture. Deemed the “photographer of the mafia”, Battaglia has an uncanny ability to express the great contrasts and dualities of the world in her photographs. Her latest show at the MAXXI museum helps to bring the public a look at life through her lens.
A transitional moment of the year marked with feathers, jewels and ornate masks could only originate in Italy. Every year I look upon the highly detailed masks that fill the streets as carnevale begins. Even in their anonymity these masterpiece accessories offer a beautiful look into authenticity.
Everyone can become an expert in any trade at the touch of a keyboard these days. The power of “do by me” aka DIY has been a powerful tool amongst those seeking to expand their vision. But at what point does DIY interfere with your business and become a hindrance rather than a solution?
We all want to belong – no? One of the greatest clarifying moments in my career was when I learned I am an EnFP. I had came across what I now believe to be one of the most insightful and comprehensive explanations of understanding how we tick: the Myers Briggs Personality Sorter. It’s not the only professional temperment / […]
The world around us offers the opportunity to expand our mindset everywhere we turn. Shouldn’t we offer this same learning to the world around us? My monthly newsletter aims to inspire those I care about and feed their soul.
Every year the color authority experts at Pantone release what the believe to be the color of the New Year. Extensive research and meetings go into deciding what hue will dominate the design world. This years choice brings a strange history within the design world along with it.
With the world slowly moving it’s way into the future there is a definitive need to keep up! Your mind, body and soul sometimes need a little help getting there. With my new workshops I want to be the one to help you get there. After all, the best way to perfect a craft is to teach it to someone else.
The world would be hard pressed to turn a blind eye when anyone wearing the architectural heels of Silvia Avanzi walks into the room. This up and coming designer has taken the avant-garde heel to an effortless level that is only heightened by quality craftsmanship. Did I mention she was raised in Italy too?
Truly remarkable design can capture your eye wherever you are. The clever sign on the street, the architect of a building or perhaps the bottle of perfume at the beauty counter. But to have an incredible design that matches your brand’s authenticity is a success very few can come by.
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