Alpinestars HD Boardshort

This should've been written months ago, but I guess that just shows how busy I've been with work.

In January 2011, Alpinestars introduced a new line of boardshorts that are top of the line. If you see them around in stores check them out. They are so comfortable. Anyways, why am I talking up these shorts on here... I created the HD logo, the icons, hangtag and the website found at Alpinestars.com/HD/hd.html.

So please check it out. I'm still stoked on how all this came out and very blessed that I had the opportunity in creating such a great campaign.

Surf Expo 2010: On Their Blog...

I came across their blog today to see an image of the 6th Annual Reef Sweetwater Pro Am. What's great is to see an image with the logo you made blown up and plastered everywhere! Especially when you just come across it...



Here is Blog link.

HTML5 and Canvas: Interactive Polaroid

I came across this pretty awesome interactive polaroid gallery. Check it out. HTML5 is gonna be Awesome! Great job Addy Osmani!

CSS3

It's amazing how far the web has come. I remember it just like yesterday being amazed just looking at animated gifs on disney.com. And I remember my first glimpse of web video - buddy holly by weezer. Though, it took forever to just see a few seconds of it. haha. CSS3 is crazy! With all the advancement with HTML5 and CSS3 the web is going to look so much better. HTML5 samples can be viewed on Apples web site, though beware, it can only be viewed in safari. Can't wait for the other browsers to catch up... uh hum, Firefox. Catch up already!

I think so far, my favorite CSS3 examples would have to be the Shadow box. Adding slight shadows to images hasn't been so easy. I love this effect. Also, the reflections you can make with webkit is pretty great too. The video tag is great too, but again, you gotta beware that the video tag can only be viewed in safari so far. So other browsers, Catch up!

Does this mean Flash will go away? That is the question that surrounds everyone. In my opinion, I don't see it going anywhere. People like the interactivity that flash brings. I don't see html5 doing certain animations that you can get with flash. Perhaps, by the time html6 comes, flash with disappear. We will see...

Independence Jam 2010

The latest FM 94.9 San Diego Independence Jam 2010 has launched and is getting great feedback. Always love doing the complete campaign for the radio station. It's always exciting when we have free range to design the show from the ground up. Looks like a great show as well. Check out IndependenceJam.com for the show info, and what Boelter Design Co. has done lately!

Coding Quiksilver

I've been getting a great opportunity to freelance for Quiksilver. Though, I wish I was designing more, this is an awesome chance to show off my flash work. I got to code their 2010 Waterman Collection. It came out really nice. I also have another that I worked on and finished last week... Just waiting for them to post onto their site, but I will let ya all know what it is when it is released.

Check out the latest work for Quiksilver here.

Lexia & Days of Doodles.

Just got Lexia. Beautiful font. Reminds me of old advertising, bold letter magazine fonts. Hefty price but worth it. Buy it from FontShop.com... Never steal art!

Also, I started a new thing for myself to get the mind rolling in other disciplines. I started something called 365 days of doodles. I am gonna try to doodle something every day, even if it is really small and simple. I know I probably won't hit everyday. Sometimes you just don't have a pen and paper, but regardless... I'm gonna try.

I'm gonna post all the doodles on my flickr account, so look for them there. They will also pop up on my website under flickr.

Next on the list...ITC Lubalin

I saw this font today and have seen it many times. I love the slab serif... yum.

Tomlinson | Forever a Charger.

We will miss you LT. It's so sad to see you released from the Chargers. I will still wear your old jersey and new. It could be cool to see you reunite with Drew Brees. Just don't go to the Broncos or raiders... bleh.

Latest Work: Hurricane Fence Company Website

Hurricane Fence Company in Los Angeles.

I was asked to redesign a current site built by AT&T yellowpages that charge over $350 a month. This is what they produced... BestFenceInTheWest.com The site pictured to the left is my redesign HurricaneFenceSanFernando.com and the new site for Hurricane Fence. I would say they were happy I saved them some money and they love the fresh new look. Included: Java, Mootools, SEO, Redesign and coding.

Reccomended for Who???

Alright... I know this isn't art or anything, but seriously??? I think I may need to change a few things I've been listening to if they recommend this.

Metroscript Love.

Font Love on Valentines Day. I love this Metroscript font from Veer.com. It has a nice retro feel to the script. Normally, I'm not a huge fan of a lot of script fonts, but this font has a nice flow to the script. It has a lot of tails and characters to play around with for some interesting design. Big two thumbs up to the designer or foundry that made this font.

New Font: Avame

I love typography. I also love creating new fonts. Here is my latest font I designed. It's called AVAME.

Free Font Download Avame here.

iPhone Wallpaper.

I recently created some new wallpaper for my iPhone and some perspective logo/identity design to Boelter New Media Designer... Here it is. Font used was Adios purchased from Veer.com. I love this font!

The Masters Touch Website

Check out the Newest website I've accomplished this week. Also made a video for it. Check out the website here. It is called The Masters Touch. It is a Carpet Cleaning and Upholstery Cleaning company from the Santa Clarita Valley.

New Cover Art for Apes of Wrath's new EP.

I was recently asked to make the cover art for the new Apes of Wrath EP. I can't vouch for the concept though it was a great concept. I was asked to make something of a cuttlefish... yeah I never heard of it, but they gave me some samples to see what it was.


Now available on iTunes.

Apes of Wrath - Dance til you Puke!

Was asked to create a flyer/poster for the upcoming Apes of Wrath Show w/ Band of Skulls & Transfer at the Casbah.

Get your Phoenix on.

Been addicted to this new Phoenix album

Great Band Websites

Wanted to make a list of bands websites that have good design and layout.

Here are some sites I've come across that are good for inspiration:


Dredg - I really liked all the raw drawings. I also really like how the drawings extend deep downward into the site without repition.


Mute Math - I liked the colors used on this site. It's pretty normal as far as navigation goes and widgets, but I thought this site had really great color and imagery.


The Dear Hunter - Great flash site with fantastic sounds and music. The artwork is most impressive about the site. It almost makes you not care about the band just to navigate the site.


Rise Against - Thought this was pretty standard too though I really liked the texture and colors used. It also displays a flash banner that has some nice artwork.


Placebo - This was awesome because it has a video displaying on the entire background. Also, great use of the .ico icon at the top. I know you can do it as a .gif but this is the first time I have seen it used as an animated .gif.


Mae - Love the color palate. I also really like the use of quote boxes. Very fun and inviting.


Incubus - Again, great colors used in this site. I'm also seeing a trend in sites that use a lot of artwork through the site. Like the Dredg site, I loved the different pieces of drawings on the site.


Guster - Fun interactivity in the header.


Dashborad Confessional - Not the greatest of all sites, but thought it was note worthy because of the navigation.

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Here are some sites that I thought could use some help:


Ratatat - Nice logo header, but no navigation. Only tour dates and video on a white page. kinda boring.


From Autumn To Ashes - I was shocked when I saw this site. ooof.

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We Are Synapse - Web Company that does some really inspiring work.

More coming later...

FM 94/9 Independence Jam Website

Newest website developed. Check it out IndependenceJam.com - This should also be a great show. Gotta love that "Zero" from Yeah Yeah Yeahs.