THE DESIGN OF CABINETS
Humans have long looked to the world around them for ways to store their valuable possessions. Cavemen looked for stone crevices to put their spears. Mayans and other early settler civilizations built store houses with shelving units to keep their wheat and maize away from pests and infestations. It wasn’t until the Renaissance era (1400-1600) […]
THE DESIGN OF TATTOOS
Tattoos, like any other piece of design, are an art form all of their own. Just as drawings, sculptures, and paintings require finesse, technique, and creativity to bring to life, so do tattoos. The traditional canvas is what sets this style of design apart from its siblings though and brings a new level of appreciation […]
THE DESIGN OF ALBUM COVER ART
Growing up as a music fan in the 80’s, I can tell you nothing got me more excited that running to the record shop, rummaging through bins, and finding the crispest, craziest album I could find. The thrill of buying a new record and the beauty of its design were always so special to me. […]
THE DESIGN OF HAIR
The design of hair is always evolving from braids and buns and bald is beautiful, the design of the modern hairstyle has a rich and stylish history. Some experts believe the first form of hairstyle was braids and was recorded some 30,000 years ago. Back then they used brushes made of wood, bone or even […]
THE DESIGN OF THE OLD FASHIONED COCKTAIL
It’s that time of year again when we get together with friends and family and enjoy delicious food and usually a bevy of beverages. And according to some local bartenders, there has been quite a resurgence of the classic cocktails, including the Old Fashioned in which some believe, when made correctly, is the epitome of […]
THE DESIGN OF PARKS
As I was walking under the dazzling crisp yellow leaves at the Big Creek Greenway recently, I began to more fully appreciate the artistry that the season of fall gives us. Of course the beautiful colors come to mind, but so do jack o’lanterns, beautifully decorated apple pies and leaves that dance with every gust […]
THE DESIGN OF EMBROIDERY
Porcupine quills, moose hairs and animal teeth, all embellishments that were used way back when to decorate and illuminate clothing. We’re talking about embroidery and the rich history and design of it. Today, we don’t think much of the Izod alligator, the Betsey Johnson dress or the Coach bag, but they are all modern day […]
THE DESIGN OF BISCUITS
Ah, the breakfast sandwich, the ultimate “on the go” food, easy to carry, to drive with and to wolf down when one has had perhaps a bit too much bubbly the night before. And even though the one that is most popular in the United States comes from the golden arches, it was actually on […]
DESIGN OF VEHICLE WRAPS
What was once hand painted with a brush and somewhat steady hand and took painstakingly long hours to complete, can now be done more quickly. We’re talking about the oldest form of mobile advertising called “car wrapping”. It used to be that business owners who wanted to sell their wares, (back in the old days […]
THE DESIGN OF DISTILLERIES
Buffalo Trace, Jack Daniels, 4 Roses, Marker’s Mark, Laird and Company and the list goes on and on. These infamous names, located right in the great US of A have been a part of the history that shaped America. Maker’s Mark has the oldest bourbon distillery in the world located in Loretto, Kentucky and Jack […]