I tend not to get too personal on this blog; I'm not very self-indulgent (except for the art-making bit) and I find it hard to talk about myself and even harder to think that anyone cares to hear/read what I say/write, but despite all this, I bear news.
The last few months, work-wise, have been good to me. All the accessories/paper goods/textiles I've designed while at Forever 21 are best-sellers (as in most of these products have no less than an 85% sell-through on average.) The peace tote I designed sold out both online and in-store, and a second delivery has been ordered due to how high demand is. The matryoshka tote started off shaky and picked up steam. All of it is a little (a lot) surreal, so much so that a few weeks ago I was waiting to get in to the Rose Bowl Flea Market when I saw a neo-folkie with the aforementioned tote slung over her shoulder. So, so weird.
PSUEDO-BUMMER ALERT: So, I realize that as a commercial art-maker, I'm pretty faceless. Most, if not all the people who buy what I've designed will never know my name, but somehow, (surprisingly) I feel satisfied enough that it's rendered a non-issue. Bittersweet, yes.
As is apparent by the last few posts, I've been doodling for a few local bands. In a word? Gratifying. Over the past few months I've been lucky enough to meet a few creative/passionate folks who have taken a chance on me and for that I'm glad/thankful/honored/indebted. I believe firmly in schools of mutual help and there's nothing better than creative folks helping each other in turn.
Lastly, there's talk of inclusion in a few gallery shows, one being in conjunction with fellow alumni as part of Asia Eng's solo show at Alphacult in January. Excitement!
That's it for now kids! I promise a less text-laden post next time. Scout's honor.
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