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Brief by Eli Bucksbaum, Studio Maxima
Web interface concept featuring navigation centered on 3D chairs. Users transition between pages by selecting and "sitting" on a chair. Currently in the concept phase, not yet implemented.
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Modular Fabric Chandelier with [M][B][B] at Oracle Egg - site specific 0241123
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Our_Halo_0.2 with UltraSoftSound at Homebody626
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Photo for Mo0d, shot on iphone 3gs
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AUTOBODY AUTOBODY, fabric sculpture placed at access point for inaugural art show
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Habitat for the Human Animal: three acts examining humanity’s impending interplanetary migration through conversation, performance art (@ryanfiorentino) and film (@jeanhsi)
DIRECTOR
@ryanfiorentino
EXEC PRODUCER
@yectorharold
CO-EP
@jordanrondel
PRODUCER
@jeanhsi
RESEARCH PARTNER
Dr Lois Rosson
PRODUCTION DESIGNER
@_tigergeorge
DP @nakkkkita
ART DIRECTOR
@otiose.cc
PRODUCTION ASSISTS
@thejohnnie
Min Kim
Asser Adeeb
Michelle Pugh
STAGE MANAGER
@ruthigeronimo
SOUND ENGINEER
@codyofthealgos__
2ND CAMERA
@bumy.sean
VISUALIZER
@alexhagentorn
ART INSTALLATION
@santipreechasaun
PIANIST
@anthonycardellapiano
SOUNDSCAPE
@69bling69
FLORAL DESIGN
@brrch_floral
LIVE SOUND MIXER
Evan Ryan
TECH OPERATOR AND LIGHT DESIGNER
Eduoard Korvin
EVENT COORDINATOR
Spencer Brady
SPECIAL THANKS
@theshowroomdtla
@samshotit.rentals
@drinkghia
@singleandfat
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Collaborated on a team led by a LEGO builder to design and construct a large-scale installation based on the "Over the Moon with Pharrell Williams" LEGO set. Suspended as the centerpiece of a LEGO and Pharrell event in Los Angeles, CA, the project required translating set details into a dynamic sculptural display focusing on installation design and rapid execution.
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This graphic exercise explores color and floral silhouettes through a composition in bold monochromatic palettes of green, blue, and red. The study examines the interaction of tone and shape within a repeated layout, emphasizing visual variation through minimal adjustments.
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Community constructive crowdsource response for PRESQ dotpdf
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This mock-up uses a self-captured photo of clouds to explore graphic composition and grid-based layout.
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Our Halo – Conceptualized and built a 360-degree immersive surface to host motion work. The suspended spatial structure, made from Mylar film, allowed artworks to be viewed from interior and exterior perspectives. Projection mapping transformed the surface into a dynamic stage design for musicians, blending art and performance into an interactive spatial experience.
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portrait of lovemydrew_ shot on iphone3gs
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Developed a projection-mapped visualizer synced to the sound design of multiple DJs. Installed as a background feature, the visualizer dynamically responded to each DJ's music, shaping the event's atmosphere through an adaptive and synchronized visual display.
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Production design for TOKiMONSTA's single, Switch It. Collaborate with the creative team to create a seamless set with a vibrant blue background, aligning visual elements within the single's creative direction. Shot at Missile Studio.
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Costume design for Yeule’s Un𖥔dream Tour. Headpiece with elongated bunny-style ears made from textured shag fabric, grommets, and metal accents. It is designed for performance and combines playful form with industrial details, ensuring durability and comfort for live performances..
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First draft / Subtitles / Birds Chirping
Video: https://vimeo.com/935662478
Location: Bishop Peak, Volcanic plug in California
No affiliation with:
Prints Tie · Bobby Hutcherson · Harold Land
San Francisco
℗ 1971 Blue Note Records Released on: 1971-05-01
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Decoding Identites
In a world saturated with brands, become fluent in comprehending and crafting standout and impactful visual identity systems with Carlos Bocai (Base) and Julia B. Aguiar (Jones Knowles Ritchie). coursework of 20 hours of case studies on how visual identies function and materializing into a system for a spotify playlist series.
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Design spatial elements for PENG! 's retail and fashion pop-up. Formats existing campaign and runway content into a 3-hour visual cycle, setting an ambient tone and cohesive environment for the event. Visuals integrate seamlessly into the space, enhancing the brand's presence and engaging attendees.
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Custom cap design for Koda Bear the Explorer. Added teddy bear ears to a traditional LA Dodgers baseball cap to align with the brand's identity.
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Market tote bag from donated denim pants, lined with nylon mesh .v2
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Deconstructed a bag to analyze seam placement, material layering, structural reinforcement, edge finishing, and assembly methods. Focused on identifying functional design elements and construction techniques.
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Market tote bag from donated denim pants, lined with nylon mesh .v1
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The Sin in Cinema
Director: Diane Lac
Producer: Claire Loudis @claire.dcp
Assistant Producer: Ava Grayson @avawithacamera
1st AD: Maddie Abiera @madelineabiera
Cinematographer: Dajiana Huang @dajianahuang
1st AC: Sydney Kaplan @syd_kaplan
2nd AC/Film Loader: Ethan Chu @ethanlchu
Gaffer: Trevor Dunnigan @trev_photo
Key Grip: Harrison Segal @harrison_segal
Board Op: Chris Van Lieshout @chris.van.lieshout
BBE: Alonzo Labiosa @lo_labiosa
BBG: Megan Sun @megannsun
Production Designer: Natasha Parbhu @glittersparkle999
Projectionist: Cosme Cruz @otiose.cc
Art Assistant/Construction: Dylan Dobler @vomitnose
Art Assistant: Havanna Hurtado @into.mystudio
Art Assistant: Joy Heller @joyheller_
Choreographer: Jess Hu @imjesshu
Stylist: Sara Takenaka @saraatakenaka
Assistant Stylist: Kate Takenaka @mikikodorri
Makeup Artist: Yiwei (Willie) Huang @willieh.mua
Hair Artist: Belen Gomez @belengomezhair
Editor: Pablo Banuelos @pablo.banuelos
Sound Designer/Composer: Adam Jamal @_adamjamal
Film Lab: Fotokem @fotokem_la
Film Scanner: Thom Kuo @thom_kuo
BTS Photographer: Sophia Liv Maguire @sophialivmaguire
Star: Raven Schexnayder @raven.schexnayder
Paparazzo 1: Calum Palmer @calumpalmer6
Paparazzo 2: Simon Vincent @simonvincent1.0
Paparazzo 3: Edward Ahn @hotbloodedlove
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Location: Oxnard, CA. Balances natural light with slight overexposure, highlighting vivid tones and subtle texture gradients in the composition.
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Air Craft Pack
Inspired by a rounded interpretation of the phrase "craft" this concept juxtaposes youthful arts and craft moments with a mature artisanal craft production techniques - the footwear uppers are made of leather scrap composite that has a cardboard like texture, and the colors are symbolic of crayons in a Crayola box. Material: leather scrap composite [scraps from project offcuts]
*Airmax 1 photoshopped for concept
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Air Trail
Trail footwear / inspired by ISPA experiment of non adhesive use construction. Material: Paracord / Construction: weaving & looping
*Vapormax sole and Keen upper were photoshopped for concept
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Spatial installation design for a Los Angeles pop-up by SoleSavy, a sneaker community platform. Plaster forms are built as a foundation, with projection mapping and visual motion added to the installation. The design combines physical and digital elements to shape the event's environment.
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Frustrations
A spatial project showcasing a collaborative fusion of 3D and illustrative works by two artists. The installation occupies a single corner of the room, utilizing two planes to create a dynamic focal point, providing audiences with a well-defined and targeted area for observation.
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Location: Somewheres in Taiwan
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Location: Undisclosed. Reflective surfaces, sharp contrasts, and metallic textures, form and finish.
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Location: Kauai, Hawaii
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Location: Montaña de Oro, CA. Diffused coastal light under overcast conditions, emphasizing soft gradients and muted tones. Rocky shores, Distant waves. Stillness with subtle movement.
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Broken Ballots is a suite of practices/exercises aimed at interrogating democratic participation and civic engagement within US elections. US democracy has undergone many evolutions as it adopts new models around voting rights, ballot technologies, media representation, and other processes. The impact of civic engagement continues to be the most prominent aspect of democracy within the US, and through its evolutions, we look to investigate what democratic participation is, can be and what it is not. Through primary and secondary resources, we contextualize and build a modern landscape as a point of departure for prompts and critiques on democratic practices in the US. Broken Ballots is a catalog of creative strategies for designers, civic officials, and organizations with an interest in challenging the processes around democratic participation through a satirical lens. dotpdf
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Spatial Visualizer, undulating surface communicating visuals for sound and music, mylar material suspended by 80lb fishing line and projection through madmapper.
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Statement on self - self reflection of where i am with my personal practice, in response to “who are you as a designer” prompt. Source material: MIB ‘Series of Tests’ https://vimeo.com/919671729
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FLORABOTANICA Direction Statement
This conceptual pitch for Balenciaga reintroduces a fragrance by exposing the industrial processes behind its creation. Under Demna’s direction, the piece replaces romanticized storytelling with a focus on the mechanics of farming, production, and mass manufacturing to meet global demand.
Sound: T.L.C - Turnstile ; Interlude: The Non-Conformist Oath - Gorillaz ; Fly Again - Turnstile
Core Elements
- Ingredients: Close-ups of raw flower harvesting and chemical distillation processes.
- Manufacturing: Sterile, industrial machinery juxtaposed with organic materials.
- Packaging: Shots of bottling lines and assembly, emphasizing precision and mass scale.
Mechanisms
- Visuals contrast the natural and mechanical, transitioning between raw ingredients and finished products.
- Pacing emphasizes the scale of production, alternating between lingering detail shots and rhythmic factory sequences.
- On-screen text highlights production data, grounding the narrative in reality and challenging traditional luxury tropes.
Landscape: https://vimeo.com/712474855?share=copy
Vetrical: https://vimeo.com/712592774?share=copy
This approach situates the fragrance within a framework of authenticity and transparency, reflecting Balenciaga’s innovative and provocative identity in 2022
Concept Board Treatment
This brand report for Balenciaga explores the strategic use of anti-consumerist satire and intellectual commentary in redefining its luxury positioning. It examines how the brand engages with culturally aware archetypes while maintaining its aspirational appeal through a mix of irony, exclusivity, and provocative storytelling.
Core Elements
- Historical Context: Balenciaga’s roots in avant-garde design are reinterpreted to align with modern critiques of consumer culture.
- Current Archetypes: Focuses on a consumer base that values irony, intellectual depth, and a self-aware approach to luxury.
- Product Positioning: Frames products as both cultural commentary and desirable objects, leveraging satire to critique traditional luxury while enhancing its mystique.
This report situates Balenciaga as a leader in challenging traditional luxury narratives, resonating with consumers who seek both cultural depth and exclusivity.
Concept Board Treatment https://vimeo.com/712590176?share=copy
Brand Report Statement
This brand report for Balenciaga dissects the interplay between its historical roots and its current positioning, emphasizing the brand’s anti-consumerist satire and intellectual engagement with cultural archetypes. It highlights how Balenciaga redefines luxury through provocative narratives and subversive appeal.
Sound: No Child Left Behind, Closed on Sunday, God Breathed, Use This Gospel, Kanye West
Core Elements
- Historical Context: Traces Balenciaga’s legacy of innovation and disruption, framing its current approach as an evolution of its avant-garde origins.
- Current Archetypes: Examines how Balenciaga attracts culturally aware consumers who value irony, intelligence, and self-aware commentary on consumer culture.
- Product Positioning: Balenciaga’s offerings challenge conventional luxury through a mix of anti-consumerist satire and aspirational exclusivity, creating a dual-layer appeal that resonates with both critical thinkers and status-seekers.
Mechanisms
- Uses archival imagery and modern visuals to draw parallels between heritage and contemporary identity.
- Incorporates visual data, such as sales figures and demographic insights, to ground analysis in measurable trends.
- Establishes a narrative progression from the brand’s foundational principles to its current market strategies.
This report emphasizes Balenciaga’s intellectual and subversive strategies, demonstrating how it uses satire and critique to redefine its role in the luxury market.
Brand Report: https://vimeo.com/684478015?share=copy
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Direction Statement: This motion sequence builds tone through the arrangement of still images, focusing on light, form, and texture. Inspired by Uta Barth, Dana Scruggs, and Sølve Sundsbø, it creates a cohesive visual narrative with minimal transitions.
Sound: Three Minatures from Water - Jonny Greenwood
Artist Influences
- Uta Barth: Abstracts light and focus to shift perception.
- Dana Scruggs: Frames bold textures and human forms with dynamic contrast.
- Sølve Sundsbø: Manipulates surfaces and materials for surreal effects.
Mechanisms
- Pacing establishes flow and continuity.
- Transitions create motion between static images.
- Light and color shifts guide tonal changes.
Link: https://vimeo.com/673010008
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A market bag crafted from reclaimed denim, sourced from well-worn denim pants. The spacious interior and sturdy construction support everyday use, while the varied denim washes and textures form a subtle patchwork design. Reinforced nylon webbing handles and durable stitching ensure functionality and longevity for daily routines.
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OAXCAL is a design service for artisans in Oaxaca, Mexico, committed to preserving traditional Oaxacan design practices and techniques while nurturing opportunities for future evolutions of craft. OAXCAL is invested in Oaxacan craft production and sustaining artisan work and entrepreneurship. Products are developed outside the traditional commercial cycle and are intentionally designed not to be 100% identical in character. By utilizing natural elements and processes, each product is unique in charm and beauty captured.
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DispensaryFM: Friends&More
This project combines thoughtfully crafted, sculptural packaging with a poetic and intuitive app interface. The packaging features a modern, organic aesthetic that feels approachable yet elevated, perfectly aligning with the app’s clean and engaging UI. Together, they share a cohesive design language, seamlessly bridging the tactile and digital experience to deliver personalized recommendations and a delightful user journey.
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Custom headwear design combining a straw palm brim with an LA Dodgers cap. The piece merges traditional sun hat functionality with modern sportswear aesthetics.
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Product photography using controlled low-key lighting to emphasize form and texture. Shadows and highlights sculpt the object's curves, focusing on its smooth surface and geometric design against a black background.
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A carefully constructed bucket hat in patchwork denim, designed with refined structure and tonal variation. Crafted from a single pant leg of vintage denim, each hat features a heavyweight silhouette with distinct fades and textures, presenting a unique composition.
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Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
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Foundational Study for Spatial Design
This material board explores packaging materials—glass bottles, fabric scraps, paper, and industrial hardware—as a supplemental exercise for a spatial design project. The combination of textures, transparency, and structure informs a broader material narrative, supporting the development of spatial concepts.
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With an overwhelming amount of information available and a battle for attention, shoppers find it challenging to source credible information around how sustainable their fashion decisions may be. Chirp aims to make information more accessible and digestible to guide better e-commerce shopping decisions. Chirp is directed at addressing the UN's goals around responsible consumption. Chirp is a solution centered around consumer behavior and identifying gaps in knowledge for a receptive audience to information around sustainable fashion.
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UVCLO, Ultraviolet Closet, is a project that was initially pitched and developed in New Business Models; It later became a candidate for The INSEAD Venture Competition. UVCLO is a wardrobe maintenance service and product for offices and homes. Leveraging ultraviolet waves (UVC), UVCLO introduces a new method of caring for clothes that do not always need a wash but could use a light freshening.
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Location: Singapore
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Location: Rishikesh India
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Reamwear is a responsibly designed loungewear label committed to sustainable sourcing and end-of-life. The mission of Reamwear is to advance the benchmark of responsible fashion. With a full scope sustainability approach from product to service. Along with responsible product, the brand's digital presence is optimized to meet community needs and not overwhelm with ads or sales. Reamwear operates only through mobile to best reach a youthful, environmentally conscious audience.
* refrence visuals, for concept purposes only
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The SDG Bootcamp is a two-day immersive learning experience for developing entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial solutions to some of the world's most pressing problems. As part of a five-person team, we define realistic, actionable challenges that address the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - the UN's blueprint for addressing poverty, inequality, climate challenges, and more by 2030 - and will learn a transparent process and toolkit for developing scalable solutions that positively impact people, the planet, and prosperity.
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Location: Oaxaca, Mexico. Flor de Muerto
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Location: Santa María Atzompa, Oaxaca. Tortillas, Huevos al Comal
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A large tote crafted from ripstop nylon, designed to handle multiple use cases throughout the day. With a spacious main compartment and reinforced construction, it meets the demands of daily routines with straightforward functionality and lasting endurance.
*pattern making, construction, and techpack basics
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Experimental ceramic fabrication using paper porcelain to test reactions to laser treatments and kiln firing. Focuses on material behavior, form development, and texture changes under controlled conditions. Outcomes reveal the impact of precision cuts and heat exposure on structural integrity
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Mini Speaker Design for Ultimate Ears: SIMPLEBOOM
A product design concept for a compact, round speaker with a pull-tab shape that can sit flat, delivering 360-degree sound. The design deeply explores CMF (Color, Material, Finish), focusing on premium materials such as Alcantara and nylon mesh. A detailed 3D model has been created for visualization, emphasizing the tactile and aesthetic qualities of the product.
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Layers of material are systematically cut using parametric modeling to define their form. Each layer is assembled in sequence to create undulating topographies, emphasizing precision in alignment and structural integrity. The process explores the interaction between computational design and physical fabrication, translating digital contours into tactile, layered surfaces.
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This Air Jordan 1 applies an indigo treatment to a cotton canvas upper, redefining color and material in a focused CMF exploration. The saturated hues emphasize the natural texture of canvas, enriching each panel with depth and contrast, merging classic form with experimental craft production.
*Natrual Indigo Vat was made for the production of these sneakers
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self portrait