Over the last year, one of my focuses has been taking time to read. Although there are continually more books on my to-read shelf than in my have-read pile, I did make a pretty good dent in my reading list this year. As 2019 has officially come to a close, I took a moment to…
Read MoreIf a book has the word cycling in its title or a bicycle on its cover, you can bet it’s on my reading list. I’ve heard of Jeff Mapes's book from many different people over the years and decided to get a copy. Somehow my excitement wained and it ended up sitting on my bookshelf waiting for the right time. That time finally came after…
Read MoreI love tools. They are one of the most simple and utilitarian inventions humans have created. They help make our lives easier, happier and in some cases, keep us alive. For some, tools are delegated to the garage and are only used…
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Read MoreAs I seek to create a simple life, I’ve found it to be a lot harder than it sounds. So much so, it ranks up there as one of the hardest projects I’ve tackled. I think there are quite a few reasons for this…
Read MoreI love to walk places. It’s a great form of exercise and allows you to see things you never would have otherwise. It never crossed my mind though that enjoying a walk in the city was…
Read MoreMy Tacoma landmark Illustration series wouldn’t be complete without the Tacoma Dome. This structure is one of the first things you see coming into downtown and has become an icon. My first experience of going to the dome was for a concert and…
Read MoreCreativity is the lifeblood of what I do as a human being making me feel alive and hopefully creating a better world in the process. As a designer, I’m well versed in the notion of keeping…
Read MoreThe bicycle was invented over one-hundred years and is still one of the most efficient and healthy ways to get around. Over the years, the bike has been praised for its carbon-free usage, simplicity, and even aesthetics. For me though, nothing can trump…
Read MoreI still vividly remember my years as a kid without a care in the world and no agenda in mind except play and fun. As the years ticked by, this mindset started to get replaced by cultural norms. No longer was it deemed acceptable to…
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