There’s a common fear that people have when running a business in 2024. That is their social media perception. I personally find this to be a very difficult aspect as it is something that is ever evolving. Recently, just when I think I’ve hit my stride in not being afraid to post more on Instagram, …
When I moved to Minneapolis in July 2024, I wanted to open my life up to new people and experiences both personally and professionally. It has been a goal of mine to live in a big city ever since I was a child, and I’m glad to say it has finally happened! Traveling and exploring …
In my lifetime, I can’t really think of a time where talk about a design controversy has been more prevalent than with the 2024 Olympic Games. For starters, I have to say my first initial reaction was that this design was problematic, as a face didn’t seem appropriate for such a widespread audience due to …
The 2024 Olympic Logo Controversy: Is it Relevant? Read More »
There’s something I need to get off my chest. In making efforts to donate to the ocean conservancy through our Whale Watch leather hats, I just now upon writing this realized it is a little awkward to explore a design pertaining to a gas station since the gas industry and the conservation industry are so …
When we have an idea, we should write it down. Or in some cases, sketch it out! First and foremost, as a graphic designer, I always love working for my clients. They are the most important part of making a simple graphic such as a logo represent a much bigger brand with deeper meaning. What …
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About seven years ago, I was given a small book. That small book was named Calm and it got me on a path that would change my life. From the age of three until I was in middle school, I loved to draw as a form of expressing my humor and interests in life. But …
The visions I’ve had for the last 5 years have come to life. It took me pretty much my whole art career up to this point to learn the complexity behind simplicity and minimalism, but I finally got myself in a position where I could put the meaning and the craft all together. The results …
I’m going to admit, the beginning of this was a little painful to write. I’ve put family as a big emphasis towards my work and experiences. You’re only a product of the people that surround you. On Dec. 23rd, 2022, I had a very unfortunate experience. With temperatures around northwest Minnesota plummeting to -40 ° …
There’s something to be said about how leather, texture and embroidery can have a strong effect on making a stylish piece of clothing as a whole. These can be things we wear on our backs everyday. For me, I never seem to know when inspiration may strike. I’ve had this coat for over a year …
Two years ago, I posted an article about how I love to look at signs within our environment. This is because I believe they are a constant reminder that I can always think bigger (see link below). https://www.urbantreehouseqc.com/post/my-vision-in-front-of-me Fast forward to 2022, I believe that the Luxus soap that has been selling at our highest …