Inspiration: JR and Face2Face Project

Face2Face

JR is an urban photographer who creates massive (unauthorized) installation works across the world, creating a wonderful social dialogue. His Face2Face project is particularly conceptual and moving. He placed portraits of Israeli and Palestinian faces side by side, making people realize their similarities as humans–emotion, job, looks, etc–to bring about a peaceful understanding to the varied audiences.

Photo: Tattooed Woman


Tattooed Woman
Originally uploaded by shaire productions

This woman was so great to photograph–you get a glimpse of her passion for life–living without inhibitions. This was part of the Body Art Expo exhibition held at the Cow Palace.

Inspiration: ALS Ads

ALS ads

Communication Arts posted a review of the ALS Society of Canada ad campaign. The designs of the ads are poignant and conceptually powerful. This is a great example of how–as visual communicators–we could influence people’s perceptions. The white diagram is of a maze, suggesting there is “no signal” in ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis).

Photo: Orchid


Orchid
Originally uploaded by shaire productions

Closeup of an Orchid from the Pacific Orchid Exposition at Fort Mason last weekend. Such complexity and beauty.

Artwork: Orchid Sketch

Orchid Sketch

This sketch was inspired by the Pacific Orchid Expo at Fort Mason. The pen/ink illustration was created in a couple of hours, during my commute.