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June 2024
It’s been a long time coming. After awhile you lose a piece of yourself after being gone from home for so long. You don’t quite feel the same and you find that you’re becoming someone who you’re not quite familiar with. It’s just a part of self evolution. Eventually the time comes and you find…
April 2024
Stopped by Corridor Flow after baby girls appointment. Missed braddah Nori again. Corridor Flow Lomita, California It’s times like these. If you can dream it you can make bring it into reality. So stoked on this! The space where your Shakas and Alohas softgoods and accessories are designed. A little vibe from back home in…
May 2024
As my daughter and I were walking up 2nd Street from the Naples side we came across Station No 8 and it’s doors were open. The station is situated in a building in line with other businesses so the opening to the station is quite small. Just wide enough to fit the fire engine in.…
Hawaii T-Shirt Fashion History
Crazy to think that when I was a kid that t-shirts were not a fashion staple like they are today. T-shirts were around but not the go to like they are today. We were still wearing polo style shirts and button ups as well as striped knits. It wasn’t until around the late 70’s maybe…
March 2024
That feel good vibe! Every day there’s something new. It’s amazing to watch you grow and learn in front of me. I’m grateful to be able to experience this with you. All for you always. Mahalo Michelle for letting us be apart of your world. Congratulations and all the best to you and your ohana.…
February 2024
AFLB Meaningful collaborations. You are loved always. The happiest place on earth truly. I get it now. Inspiration
After Surf Grindz
Below is an example of how my mind works when I’m designing. As you can see it just goes all over the place. Common sense for most would be to put the branding on the front and keep it simple. In my head I’m thinking that’s too safe and not challenging. Simple logo is the…
AFLB ZINE ISSUE 1
Been meaning to get back to this project for awhile. I’ve always enjoyed checking out bands merch section after a show. Tees, hats, stickers, posters, etc. I also enjoy going in to a random book store and finding a zine section and spending time flipping thru and checking out the rad stuff people come up…
Country Comforts
It’s been awhile since the OG Logo has made an appearance. I wanted to bring it back but with a message that I feel strongly about. Times are changing and so are the places we’ve grown to know and love. Take care and support those mom and pops shops you grew up going to as…
