Stumptown Comics Fest 2012
Hope everyone had a great weekend and a fabulous start of the week!
j
TedxPortland :: Uncharted Territory
This past saturday I had the opportunity to volunteer and partake at the TEDxPortland. It was a spectacular event! An all-day event consist of 18 talks, 3 performances, Uncharted Territory–themed art exhibit/silent auction with proceeds going to support the Children's Healing Art Project (CHAP), breakfast, lunch, snacks, happy hour to a after-party at the PNCA! It was exhilariting seeing the energy and conversations ignited from the inspirational talks. Although my legs were giving up from the 18 hrs of standing but it was well worth it!
For more info about the event:
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TED
Founded 25 years ago, TED (Technology/Entertainment/Design) is a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. The annual conference invites the world's leading thinkers and doers to speak for no more than 18 minutes. Their “talks” are then made available for free at TED.com.
TEDx
Established in 2009, in the spirit of ”ideas worth spreading,” TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED.com videos, live speakers and performers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. Over 1,400 TEDx events occur annually around the world.
Let's Get Brainy!
tanQ at OHSU's Brain Lecture Series: Jonah Lehrer (How Creativity Works) co-sponsored by our April NPO The Right Brain Initiative! Wonderful event and great seeing so many art organizations supporting 2012 Brain Awareness Season! 
If you didn't know...
This month, tanQ is doing something brainy: we're working with The Right Brain Initiative to give local K-8 grade students access to the arts – regardless of where they live, their income or language. The Right Brain Initiative gives local teachers the tools they need to get kids excited about the creative process and helps them relate it to other subjects, such a science and math. The folks at Right Brain call it "whole brain learning." We call it "pretty dang smart."
Help support local arts education by buying a Right Brain tee today!
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If you missed the show, we recommend tuning into this 1-hour interview with Jonah from Think Out Loud on Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB.
Jonah Lehrer is the author of Imagine: How Creativity Works, which takes a look at the neuroscience of how brains generate creative ideas. He jumps from the example of Bob Dylan writing "Like a Rolling Stone," to engineers designing Swiffer mops, and examines the similarities between both creative processes.
How do you express creativity in your daily life? Is it part of your work life? What questions do you have for Jonah Lehrer about creativity?
All About You
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All About You was a celebration in your honor, to thank you for your support of our businesses. Thanks to you, we have not only been able to thrive in this difficult market - but also spend our time serving great people ... that being you!
An exciting afternoon of fashion, beauty, music, complimentary wine, and hor d’oerves. Raffle prizes from our sponsors below(tanQ included)! All proceeds from raffle tickets will go toward YWCA.We're also organized this event because we believe in supporting a wonderful cause for YWCA who provides support for survivors of domestic violence and their children.www.ywcapdx.org.Thank you for everyone who came to support:
tanQ - www.tanQ.us
Stephanie D. Couture - Featuring spring/summer 2012 -www.stephaniedcouture.com
Essance - Organic skincare by Jasmine Tran - www.essance-us.com Unique handmade jewelry by Stacey Lockshaw Makeup & hair by Coreene Collins Our Sponsors: T-shirt from TanQ
Hor d’oerves by the highly acclaimed Silk in the Pearl Coffee by the very chic Caffe Umbria in the Pearl Tea by Sorella Naturale Locally handmade vegan chocolates by Missionary Chocolates 60min massage & private yoga by Inner Elements Yoga Studio, Oasis Foot Spa in the Pearl Flowers by Shoreh Floral Acupuncture & Holistic Facial by SkinZen Ticket Performance by BodyVox Chalk Painted Picture Frame by Purple Pear Silk Scarf by Filling Space Yoga package from Barre3 Sylvan Implant & Reconstructive Dentistry by DR Nader M. Rassouli HQ Phan Photographer by Ethan Phan Tito Prasenijit Chowdhury the producer & founder of Portland Fashion |
New Year in BC
Thursday night was a crazy day for me! I was running tanQ errands around town like a headless chicken. Tried to get everything done and in place before I head to Vancouver BC with friends for New Years! Bummed that I missed my hot yoga class but at least everything was checked off my to-do list... relieved that I had some down time on the train to work on a 60 pg catalog freelance gig I just received. Not to mention... it's due in 7 days. Boo.
Gone for 4 days... so i was working every chance I had! At a soccer game... coffee shop... anywhere with a table and wifi... my laptop was out.
Let's sum up this awesome New Year Trip in BC!
All we did was eat... walk... eat... shop... and eat.
HIGHLIGHTS
:: Stayed on Robson St., we were in the heart of everything!
:: Spacious rooms with lots of windows and a nice view!
:: All you can eat sushi and korean BBQ! FRESH!
:: New Year Eve Party at The Telus World of Science
:: Japadog food cart! All types of delicious Japanese toppings.
:: Dimsum EPICness... Ordered 2 of everything on the menu.
:: There's no stopping... Eating inbetween... Crepes... BBT... dessert! you name it!
:: Aberdeen Centre in Richmond aka 'Welcome to China'.
:: GUU is good! Japanese Izakaya... ordered rounds after rounds of just food.
:: 1 hr wait Din Tai Feng! Better than 3! Best dumplings ever!
The end.
Happy New Year!
Hope everyone is having a great start of 2012!
j
Inside The Tee: December Artist
December Featured Artist: Yas Imamura
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Tell us about yourself. What formal training do you have in illustration/design? What is your concept behind the 'Pencil Personalities" graphic for December's good cause? What are your biggest artistic influences and inspirations? What is your favorite style of illustration/animation? Can you describe your creative process - how you come up with ideas for a new drawing and how you take those ideas and create a finished piece of art. How do you keep your work fresh? Do you have a favorite artist or an artist you admire?
Finally, what cartoons did you watch as a kid? Where would you like your work to lead you? Have you any aspirations or plans for the future?
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you, Yas for collaborating with tanQ and lending your time/talent to our December tee in support of Pencils of Promise! 
December 2011 // Pencil Personalities Get your Limited Edition tanQ Dec Tee here!
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Behind The Wonder Woman Tee
October Featured Artist: Emi Lenox
What formal training do you have in illustration/design?
I took art classes all four years in high school and took one term at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. What is your concept behind the ‘Wonder Woman’ graphic for October’s good cause?
I wanted to draw an iconic picture of Wonder Woman that shows power. What are your biggest artistic influences and inspirations?
Craig Thompson, Chris Ware, Jeff Smith to name a few. They are all comic writers/artists whose work have inspired me for years.
What is your favorite style of illustration/animation?
I'm not sure. I like whimsical styles and cutsey styles. Color palette has a lot to do with what looks pleasing to the eye so sometimes it depends on that. Can you describe your creative process - how you come up with ideas for a new drawing and how you take those ideas and create a finished piece of art.
I merely just think of what I really enjoy drawing and then work from there. Or other times I just vision a picture and work from there. I'm a simpleton in that department I guess. How do you keep your work fresh? Do you need to consciously adapt your style or does it progress naturally?
I try to use different techniques in regards to colors. Sometimes I will try to mimic a certain cartoonist's style to see if there is anything new from there I can add to my own. Also, at the same time, I find that my style naturally progresses as my skill progresses.
Do you have a favorite artist or an artist you admire?
James Jean. He is amazing. I am a huge fan of his comic cover work.
If you could be a character from a fantasy novel, movie or game, who would you be?
Charlotte from Sex & the City. I realize it's not fantasy....but isn't it?
Finally, what cartoons did you watch as a kid?
Batman the Animated Series, Gargoyles, Rainbow Brite, Animaniacs, Tiny Toon Adventures, etc.
What advice would you give an aspiring illustrator/animator/designer? -In hindsight, would you have done anything differently?
Do work for yourself and not for the money.
Where would you like your work to lead you? Have you any aspirations or plans for the future?
I would like to be able to survive on comic work alone. Perhaps my own series or graphic novel other than my sketch diary comic.
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Mucho thanks to our featured artist Emi Lenox for dedicating her time and talent to collaborate with tanQ for October's tee supporting Bradley Angle.
Wonder Woman is the classic all-American female icon: Brave, strong and a tireless defender of justice for all. This October, Wonder Woman joins with Bradley Angle in the fight against domestic violence. She believes that all people have the right to enjoy life free from the fear of violence and abuse, and tanQ is proud to join her as she champions this noble cause.
The Portland Bazaar
This past weekend, tanQ headed to The Portland Bazaar for inspiration and some holiday shopping!
The Portland Bazaar is a curated holiday fair that celebrates the high-quality handmade work being produced by Portland’s creative community.It provided a unique spin on traditional holiday fairs. In addition to offering a curated selection of vendors in a wide range of categories (clothing, accessories, home goods, books, music, vintage wares, fine art, food and spirits). The Bazaar also offered unique demonstrations and classes, including custom bike frame building and DIY workshops that teach visitors how to make holiday wreaths from local Portland flora!
It was very inspiring to see all of these handmade things crafted by talented designers/makers! I mean who doesn't like handmade gifts from 70 carefully chosen sellers that wonderfully represent the city’s creative community?!!
Hope everyone had a great weekend!
j
Inspirational Trip :: NYC :: Day 6
:: Waited 'til Otafuku is open for their famous Takoyaki
:: Explored Japan town
:: John Varvato's store is badass!
:: Ippudo! Best ramen and pork bun in nyc
:: Greenvillage
:: Magnolia Bakery
:: Couldn't resist the sweet from this modern Sweden candy store
:: Night walk of Highline Park
:: Korean town for hot soon doo bu(tofu soup) & dessert
:: Ended the night with a gorgeous view of NYC on the roof top!
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