Seeing The White

Below are some pegs that got me thinking that white is, indeed, right. I'm pretty flexible though (Read: An unpredicatable Gemini. Not to mention a sometime yogi. haha), so my vision can probably still change. Right now, I'm just going with the flow, having fun, and letting my creative nature take it's own course.

{images from Design Within Reach}
I love how a white canvas makes everything else pop-out without it looking cluttered or competing against each other.

Unfinished walls add character. And it gives off that loft-like, warehouse appeal.

You got me at Black & White.
Oh, and DOG.

(If only I can get a decent shot of Imp...)

The Power of Packaging

{A Healthy Reminder: Stash tea in your body.}

Isn't it fun that you find inspiration in the oddest places? I happen to be a sucker for commercialized commodities.

This little guy has been sitting on top of my monitor and staring at me for months. So, I guess it was only fair that I stare back, right? Black. White. Silver. Gold. Purple. It was love at first sight.

I've always toyed with the idea of an all-white studio (maybe 3 walls and an accent one) for a number of reasons:

1. It's reminiscent of my former work room (which has been sneakily converted into a stock room when I was away on my "sabbatical")
2. It's a make-the-room-look-bigger-and-brighter interior illusion
3. It matches my beloved Macky (Yes, I named my mac Mack. I know, I know, so utterly original...)
   
4. It's an instant background for "dropping out" projects
   
5. It's like a big, white sheet of paper waiting to be drawn on. (Perfect for mental notes!)

Hmm, or will it look unimaginative, cold, clinical, drab... and God forbid, SAFE !??!!

Whaddya think?

(I can always use the white as a base coat.)

What's Black, White, and Green All Over?

A Nudibranch (nyoo-dee-brank).

Or a sea slug, as it is more commonly known (I didn’t even know they existed 'til this little dude popped in). OR think naked snails in cute, colorful underwear (nude-in-bras!?).

Mine looks just like a little cow. I’m calling him Slugger Moo.

This photo is one of the inspirations and design anchors of my would-be studio. I love the graphic contrast of the black & white patterned slug against the cool cerulean. I also love that this quirky little creature is such a conversation starter. (A slug?!! But it’s sooo cute…)

Not only is splurging on Slugger Moo a cool addition to my room (I'm getting the actual product next week), but it’s also for a good cause. For every photograph that you purchase, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Yamang Dagat Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to preserving the environment. If you’re interested in acquiring your own little sea world (without illegally buying endangered species), there are other underwater photographs still on sale. They're all amazing! Macro-snapped by Cora Guidote, each original print is mounted on a cool, industrial-looking acrylic frame.

So, going back to my original question (Humor me, okay?), WHAT (else) DO YOU THINK is black, white, and green all over?

Naughty answers are more than welcome. La Salle/CSB bashings are not! Hmm, well, maybe okay… just because I’m curious. Haha.