I'M SOLD.

Some advertising simply works like a charm. As a designer, I love it. As a consumer, I hate it. Suddenly, I'm lusting for a Peugeot, and

I haven't even paid this month's rent yet.

I mean, really. Don't you want to live in this world??

The set designs were created by Belgian 3D designer and director, Rizon Parein, for Peugeot's 'ptimist campaign.

See more of his AMAZING work here.

...leggo my Lego.

I WANT TO LIVE 

IN THIS WORLD...

Sony Bravia commercial. 

Director: Frank Budgen. Creative Director: Juan Cabral

Don't you looooove this? I still do, 3 years later.

If you've ever read Julio Cortázar's short story, Letter to a Young Lady in Paris, those cute little bunnies won't appear so cute and little. They'd have a whole separate significance...

Check out the "making of" below:

"THE WILDE YEARS"

Today, I had the pleasure of attending "The Wilde Years: Four Decades of Shaping Visual Culture". The show, put together by my alma mater, The School of Visual Arts, commemorates 40 years of the Advertising/Graphic Design program under the direction of Department Chair, Richard Wilde.

Lots of emotions ran through me as I entered the gallery CHOCK FULL of inspirational, innovative, impactful, dynamic design. It made me SO proud to be counted as an alum of such a unique school, and simultaneously made me miss taking the 6 train to 23rd street as I looked forward to a day full of thought-provoking classes surrounded by über-creative minds.

One of my favorite pieces in the entire show was Gail Anderson's poster for Gem of the Ocean (middle photo). I love the Paul Rand influence, the luscious colors, the play on scale. Mmmm. I also saw some work done by former colleagues at Sony Music (congrats, guys!) and former professors. James Victore is always a favorite.

These pieces are influential pieces of art that are reflections and definers of modern culture. 

The show is on for only 2 more days!! Go check it out. Be inspired!