We are plugging away, enjoying spring, with one eye on the monitor and the other taking in the view of the purple flower-covered Dodger stadium hillside outside our office. Also, the spring has brought a new addition to our studio, Nancy Julson-Reily, with her keen eye, smooth disposition and awesome outfits. She’s certainly upped the ante when it comes to our wardrobe choices in the morning!
We have been very excited to witness that our Original Beans packaging is getting some buzz about town (by town, we mean the internet). It’s a project that we’re particularly proud of, and one that uses variety of interesting printing processes (including a custom paper order from Mr. French, our eternal crush, blind embosses, foil stamp and yummy spot colors). Not to mention the delicious goodness that the packaging contains within!
The project was featured on FPO (For Print Only) on underconsideration.com:
http://www.underconsideration.com/fpo/archives/2010/03/original-beans-packaging.php
It was also featured on the following blogs
Mr. French (blush, blush)
http://www.frenchsampleroom.com/french_paper_sample_room/2010/03/custom-manufactured-french-sheet.html .
THECOOLIST*
http://www.thecoolist.com/original-beans-chocolate-packaging-by-dgs/
The Dieline
http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2009/12/original-beans-chocolate.html
We’re not gonna lie, we’re eating up the glory... multiple bars at a time.
As far as current projects, we have some exciting things coming up, and will posts pics asap. One of the irons on the fire is the LA Garden Show at The Arboretum. The theme of the exhibition is Living Green which has granted us the opportunity to continue in the direction of greener, more sustainable printing options.
Our clients are busy as well, here’s a few things going on this weekend if you’d like to visit them (please tell them that we say hello!)
Arboretum:
http://www.arboretum.org/index.php/news/beatrix_potter_in_the_garden_an_easter_celebration_at_the_arboretum/#When:21:07:00Z
Beatrix Potter In The Garden: An Easter Celebration at The Arboretum Sat. April 3
Regular Arboretum admission fees apply for non-members. Event entry fees are $5.00 per child for members and $10.00 per child for non-members. Event reservations not required.
Brunch with Peter Rabbit: Saturday, April 3, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
A Special Easter Brunch for the Entire Family! Seated in the beautiful surroundings of the Peacock Café patio,enjoy a buffet brunch featuring lots of tasty offerings. $25 per adult, $15 per child (10 and under) Limited seating on a first-come, first-serve basis without reservations. Your brunch purchase includes these special children's activities: an opportunity to meet & have photos taken with Peter Rabbit, planting a miniature English garden to take home.
For reservations call 626.446.2248
Pomona College Museum of Art:
http://www.pomona.edu/museum/exhibitions/
Three exhibitions are closing soon, don’t miss them!
Helen Pashgian: Working in Light, January 23 – April 11, 2010
Project Series 40: Amanda Ross-Ho, January 23 – April 11, 2010
Famous For 15, January 23 – April 11, 2010
333 N. College Way, Claremont CA 91711-6344
Contact: (909) 621-8283
Machine Project at the Hammer Museum:
http://hammer.ucla.edu/newsblogs/?p=1151
Artist in Residence, Machine Project presents a two week tabla (north Indian classical drums) interactive interstitial at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles from April 6 - 17, 2010 curated by Robin Sukhadia. Come and participate in a wide range of tabla centered events including tabla workshops, film screenings and classical / contemporary Indian music performances. More information available at
www.tablapusher.com
Tuesday, April 6, 2 - 5 PM
In Hammer Museum lobby - Open Tabla Workshops for beginners & Live Classical and Contemporary Indian Music performances.
Thursday, April 8, 2 - 5 PM
(FREE Museum Admission) In Hammer Museum lobby -
Open Tabla Workshops for beginners & Live Classical and Contemporary Indian Music performances
10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Contact: 310.443.7000