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What I Wore: Halloween 2008

Saturday, November 1st, 2008

This year, I went as Minnie Mouse for Halloween, partly because I already had everything (besides the headband, false eyelashes and black lipstick) in my possession! My outfit was a bit more schoolgirl Minnie / vintage Mouseketeer than the standard.

What I wore:
Dress with belt, vintage
Red bowtie, Loulou Loves You
Minnie Mouse headband, vintage
Wool jacket, Love & Glamour
Cotton crinoline, […]

Nubbytwiglet.com Art Retrospective at Nemo Design: Recap

Tuesday, October 7th, 2008

Fellow Nemoites (Austin & Alex) made this video of my art show! Talented boys!
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On October 3rd, my solo art show opened at Nemo Design in Portland, Oregon. This was markedly different from previous ones in that it showcased 30 pieces from all three of my series.

Thank you to everyone who trekked through the rain to the show! […]

The Week in Pictures: 8.29.08

Friday, August 29th, 2008

This week was shockingly action-packed; it included run-ins with strange donuts, extra hot sauce and airsoft guns!
Recently, Nemo has been working with Mountain Dew’s extreme sports and music festival, The Dew Tour. We were asked to come up with promotional ideas when one of our team members had an epiphany and summoned Portland’s Voodoo Donuts to […]

The Stapled and Torn Poster Show at Nemo Design

Sunday, August 3rd, 2008

On Friday night, the Stapled and Torn show opened at Nemo. Around 15 artists submitted their screen printed posters and our walls were nearly covered! The turnout was huge and it was nice to be in such great company. Here are some of the sights:

One of the coolest parts of the show was the faux telephone […]

The Week in Pictures: 6/20/08

Friday, June 20th, 2008

This week, I’ve been enjoying the sun (it’s finally here!), working on some behind the scenes projects (Nubbytwiglet.com PDF portfolio, art show flyer design), quickly filling up my freelance calelendar(!), and enjoying spending five days a week at Nemo, where the fun never ends!

Last Friday, I hung out with a bunch of the Nemo boys on […]

The Week in Pictures: 5/20/08

Friday, May 23rd, 2008

This has been one of the busiest weeks I’ve had in ages (and that’s saying a lot)! It started off nicely enough as I sipped my morning chai out of a vintage Mademoiselle mug Smokey found at an estate sale. He is always giving me the cutest presents (and they definitely make up for his […]

I Love The Chesterfield PDX!

Sunday, May 11th, 2008

The Chesterfield is my new favorite hangout in Portland for a multitude of reasons…

My dad stopped by there a few months ago and called me the next day, telling me that he’d found my place. He just knew that I’d love it! The music, cool furniture, deep red walls, gourmet food and clean bathrooms all immediately […]

A Magical Night + Bunny Love

Monday, May 5th, 2008

Friday was one of those magical nights that don’t happen very often but are worth the wait when they finally do! I had a really inspiring business meeting and can envision equal parts of art and branding (my two favorite things!) transpiring very soon.
After I left, I was waiting at a bus stop when my best […]

Stubby Invasion: Part 2

Sunday, May 4th, 2008

There’s nothing quite like looking like a tourist in your hometown.
The recipe:
Pull out your camera multiple times
Have bystander (John) take more photos with iPhone
Make peace signs, wave while wearing silly sunglasses
Mental note: Must visit Star in SanFran soon!

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May Calendar Download, Typography Books and Updates

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

1. The month of May from my self-designed calendar can be downloaded here.

2. Also, I just received two new typography books:
a. Type & Lettering by William Longyear;

b. Type by David Gates;

Both are of the vintage variety and the pages are composed of super cool alphabets though I mainly purchased them for the amazing covers!
3. I’ve just finished four new pieces […]

The Return of Star and Stumptown

Sunday, April 27th, 2008

My friend Star just visited me for a totally whirlwind weekend that included a day roaming Stumptown, a spur of the moment gallery tour in a big, white van courtesy of my favorite curator, late night wanderings and bus rides, and vanilla cake with fresh strawberries served at 2 a.m. by Lee Z!
After a long day […]

Rocket Restaurant, PDX

Monday, April 7th, 2008

One of my favorite new restaurants in Portland is Rocket. I was out with my dad last week and it was an accidental discovery (there’s very little signage and you have to take an elevator tucked away in an enclave of the building to the top floor).

The first thing I noticed when I sat down at […]

For The Love of Woodgrain

Wednesday, January 9th, 2008

Woodgrain describes the alignment, texture and appearance of the wood fibres. (wikipedia). In Oregon, it’s true that there’s trees everywhere. In the last few years though, ‘woodsiness’ has gone mainsteam. Woodgrain patterns are now printed on items including curtains and hoodies, patterned onto faux wood, and in the heart of Portland, we even have a […]

Blacktooth

Thursday, January 3rd, 2008

Five years ago, my brother Carey (a.k.a. Smokey) started a t-shirt line out of his bedroom. Blacktooth was originally designed for his final project in high school, but pretty soon our friends were buying the homemade cut and paste designs for $10.00 each. My dad had built a little shed in our back yard and […]

Nubby Twiglet @ Blue Portland: Recap

Wednesday, December 19th, 2007

I want to thank blue, a cute little boutique of clothing and accessories at 3753 N. Mississippi Ave. here in Portland for hosting my holiday art opening last Thursday. The store employees, Amber and Jake set up really nice lighting, and they have a knack for putting together amazing window displays. Two Pridlets showed up […]

What I Wore: 12.13.07

Friday, December 14th, 2007

Last night, I had a little art show at Portland boutique Blue. The work will be up all month. Their merchandise is fresh and unique and I love the shops lining Mississippi St. I’ve had this pinafore for many years, but it hadn’t been worn since Halloween 2006!

Vintage Pinafore, Ebay
Black tunic, LA Made
Leggings, AA
Knit beret, F21
Purse, […]

Nemo Design Holiday Party 2007

Wednesday, December 12th, 2007

On Monday night, Nemo Design held its annual holiday party at Holocene in Portland.

When I walked in, people were spinning a large wheel so hard it nearly fell over. Fellow Nemo-er Rodger Bridges demonstrated how it was done. I gave it a swift spin and before it stopped, someone walked over, told me he’d already won […]

What I Wore: 12.10.07

Tuesday, December 11th, 2007

This is what I wore last night to the Nemo Design holiday party at Halocene. Can I just say that this is the best internship ever?! Before arriving, Lee Z and I signed the rental agreement for a cute little 50s-era house in S.E. Portland. It’s a great way to end the year!
I have more […]

What I Wore: 12.8.07

Sunday, December 9th, 2007

Last night, I went to an ugly Christmas sweater party. Except, I didn’t have an ugly Christmas sweater. Instead, I went as Santa’s super mod helper. Not that it’s much of an exaggeration of my everyday self, but still.
Red dress, vintage
Stripey scarf, America Eagle
Super duper long legwarmers, H&M
Knit hat, F21
Heels, Divina
Watch, Target

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In The Beginning: My Art Show Anniversary

Friday, December 7th, 2007

December 6th was the anniversary of the beginning of my art career.
It all began in September of 2005. I received an email from my friend Kaebel who had just opened a new gallery, Sequential Art in Downtown Portland. He wanted to know if I was up for a solo show there during December. I had […]