On instagram, people pride themselves on how good their food looks, and they are not afraid to show it. A handful of popular hastags such as #foodporn, #foodies, and #foodofinstagram has filled up newsfeeds for people to be jealous. The way in which food is being served has taken a new art form that has caught many peoples attention. Mason jars full of lemonade with a … [Read more...] about Daily Design: Food on Instagram
Daily Design: An Unknown Effect
When I tell people I am studying graphic design, the common response that I get is: Oh! So you work on a computer? There is a common conception that design is only produced in digital form and exists in flyers, advertising, and in products. Although this is true, there is a lifestyle aspect to design that is often forgot about. It plays a greater role in everyday life than … [Read more...] about Daily Design: An Unknown Effect
Daily Art: DIY
Despite the rapid growth and advancement of technology, there's a current trend now within the creative community placing an importance on the hand made object. It can be seen more clearly in the "Do it yourself" movement. Otherwise known as DIY. What I find most interesting about DIY projects and ideas is that it became popular through technology despite their focus on … [Read more...] about Daily Art: DIY
Daily Art: 3D Printing
The first time I ever saw something that was made by a 3D printer was in a gallery within USC Roski’s facilities, and it was a bunny. After hearing all of the hype about the newest gadget in town, I was surprised to see something like a small bunny on a pedestal. What I didn’t realize were the huge possibilities that these printers bring, not only to the art world but also to … [Read more...] about Daily Art: 3D Printing
Daily Art: Mural on Main & 5th
Downtown Los Angeles would not be the same without its murals. With a recent lift on the ban of street art, the protection of murals is now more important than ever. Many tell a history of people from Los Angeles over time. Since there are so many, I thought I would post one of my favorite murals from downtown. This mural can be found on Main and 5th Street. I first … [Read more...] about Daily Art: Mural on Main & 5th