tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:44:59 +0000sculpturead agencysite updateGDCbookshoteladsnew portfolio additionsnew projectshidden city gamingartupdatestcgddbpresentationbook designcollectiblestravelflyersfantasyperusocietyemailprofessional developmentnew booksmall businessespage layoutfacebooksceneryreviewscveco-livingendorsementsglobal warmingdragonsenvironmental responsibilitylabelsnetworkingsampleslogo designresumecover designnew ratescoverswebsiteszen buddhismdesignillustrationmalahathosting switchmerchandisingpaintingnew servicespegasusgallerynew paintingsfantasy artfigurinesconferencegolden dragondigital paintinggreenblazing brushportfoliographic designwork in progressccgmembershipnew yearclientsemail changeupgradesnew emailwater conservationupdateaccommodationsartworkdrawingbirthdayphotoshopwebsite updategraphic designers associationbannersgameswebsitebusiness cardsactivitiesbrochurescosmetic productslogoscontact infounicornsnew websitesart cardspainter Xclayad designnew clienthorsesnew offeringsdigital artcardstraditional artnew cell phone numberThe place for updates on the various graphic design and illustration antics going on at Digital Dragon Designery, as well as general updates on changes to the site etc. Ventures into the publishing world will also be announced here, as will the availability of art prints and other goodies.http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)Blogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-5593234346963054353Fri, 08 Jul 2011 21:05:00 +00002011-07-08T14:16:18.804-07:00artactivitiesnew projectsupdatesI realize I don't update my blog nearly enough, but it's certainly not for lack of news! The past year or more has seen a tremendous increase in my project workload, on an ongoing basis, and this has left little time for blogging. It's something I'd like to get back into, both for professional purposes and because I enjoy having another activity—like writing—to do (I thrive on variety). I would http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2011/07/update-on-activities.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-4589903481828411987Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:48:00 +00002010-07-05T17:48:22.451-07:00The Designery will be closing for some much-needed R&R in July. We'll be back at things again on Aug 3rd though, so it's not a forever thing. :) During that time I hope to get more time in for casual art and crafts. All things to refresh the mind and make for better creativity later! Hope everyone has a lovely month with much fun in the sun!http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2010/07/closed-for-summer-well-july-anyway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-2815957609270097460Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:23:00 +00002010-04-01T10:23:40.447-07:00Please note the Designery is no longer open on Fridays, to allow for professional development and administrative duties. Thank you for your understanding!http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2010/04/closed-on-fridays.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-8285120936484912189Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:35:00 +00002010-03-16T13:35:37.249-07:00Starting this April, the Designery will be closed on Fridays for administrative purposes and professional development. Because even the paperwork has to get done sometimes. ;) I'm also looking forward to spending some time upgrading my existing design and technical skills, and focusing on my development as an artist. There's a huge stack of reference books and some blank paper and canvases http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2010/03/because-even-adults-have-pro-d-days.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-3414170616182936680Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:20:00 +00002010-03-08T11:51:19.763-08:00reviewsendorsementsportfolioupdatenew projectsNo folks, I am not dead, nor have I been abducted by gypsies. For the past year (and then some) I've had myself engrossed in one project after another, and have had little time for updates. My portfolio is suffering some for it! I hope to update it soon with some great new samples. In the meantime: the Designery was recently endorsed in an article on the costs of self publishing by Jeff Haden athttp://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2010/03/update-and-shout-out-for-designery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-8054533137876970411Tue, 17 Feb 2009 20:16:00 +00002009-02-17T12:22:35.292-08:00arttravelclayfigurinesbirthdaysculptureI celebrated my birthday on Feb 8 by going to Disneyland... how fun was that? Tons of fun, I can assure you. Spent five days there and just got back late last week. Going back to work just isn't quite as exciting as getting up to ride California Screamin' though... funny that! ;)However I am happy to be back at it with a few projects to keep me occupied. I am hoping for some new Bella Sara cards http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2009/02/happy-belated-birthday-to-me.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-5926368543153261371Mon, 02 Feb 2009 22:27:00 +00002010-04-26T07:25:11.472-07:00collectiblesgameshorsesfantasydigital paintingart cardstcgWell, here they are! My two Bella Sara cards for the Treasures set. The portfolio section on my site will be updated with them later... http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2009/02/new-bella-sara-cards-uploaded-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-4115261850379000786Sun, 01 Feb 2009 20:50:00 +00002009-02-01T12:52:42.623-08:00collectibleshorsesfantasydigital paintingart cardstcgExciting! The artwork I did for the Bella Sara "Treasures" set last year looks like it will be available in March!http://www.bellasara.com/treasures_teaser.aspx?ref=HPCB1-CR090BNot long now... I might even be able to post my pieces soon since the release is now official. Can't wait! Sadly, I don't know if I can purchase those specific cards directly, so anyone who was wanting to have one would http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2009/02/new-bella-sara-treasures-cards-due-out.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-473801788497003949Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:52:00 +00002009-01-29T12:57:01.106-08:00artpaintingdrawingnetworkinggalleryIt's a modest start, to be sure, but I've gotten myself listed on DeviantART at last. The goal is to encourage myself to do regular sketching and painting between all my other tasks to keep inspired and develop new techniques, and to gain more exposure (of course).http://dragon-by-design.deviantart.com/If you have an account, by all means, drop on by! :)http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2009/01/deviant-designery-art-that-is.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-7523737245220283865Tue, 27 Jan 2009 06:44:00 +00002009-01-26T22:48:09.474-08:00The Designery has had a facelift! The new look is more streamlined: sleeker, simpler, easier to read and trimmed of all excesses. The portfolio sections for design and illustration will be further modified, but most of the changes will be invisible (PHP/MySQL additions to allow me to update it easily via database). A proper blog will eventually be incorporated into the News section.So, what are http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2009/01/newly-redesigned-website.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-2644350298402427564Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:26:00 +00002009-01-20T16:34:48.992-08:00samplesnew portfolio additionsartupgradesartworknew offeringsnew websitesillustrationWell, the galleries at the Designery and Blazing Brush have been updated with art, logos, banners, books, etc. Below is a small sampling of what's new: Also, starting soon the Designery may be closed on Fridays (and open later Mon to Thurs) until further notice. This is in order to spend time each week developing new technical and artistic skills. It is hoped that more comprehensive web http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2009/01/samples-updated-and-other-developments.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-5077517411928185481Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:03:00 +00002009-01-19T22:07:56.231-08:00samplesnew portfolio additionsartworknew yearillustrationupdatesIt's been a long hiatus away, including some holiday time in between, but I am still here and working away on creative endeavours!A lot has gone on at the Designery over the last several months, including the completion of various books, websites, banner ads and other projects for a variety of clients. I've also been producing art concepts (for clients and myself), including the line art cheetah http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2009/01/long-time-no-write.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-7529093757167721176Fri, 12 Sep 2008 22:47:00 +00002008-09-12T15:49:24.931-07:00gamesfantasy arthorsescardstcgIt's been a busy few months at the Designery (hence the lack of updates here!), but I am excited to announce I have since received my first couple assignments from Bella Sara! I can't wait to produce some fantasy equine art. :)http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/09/bella-sara-cards-in-progress.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-9168046343216932409Thu, 03 Jul 2008 23:29:00 +00002008-07-03T16:54:27.866-07:00facebooknetworkingThe Designery now has its own listing on Facebook...Become a fan today!Oh, and in case you're more into the art than the design side of things, Blazing Brush is also listed separately as its own profile.So do come on by if you're a Facebook user, and wish to keep updated on the Designery's activities.http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/07/designery-now-on-facebook.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-643239605778800642Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:19:00 +00002008-12-09T19:32:41.806-08:00scenerynew paintingsblazing brushtraditional artfantasyunicornsillustrationdigital artThe painting section of the Blazing Brush gallery has been updated with new samples, including the examples shown here.http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/06/updated-art-samples-at-blazing-brush.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-435095470581059805Mon, 09 Jun 2008 22:54:00 +00002008-06-09T17:40:20.054-07:00collectibleshidden city gaminghorsescardspaintingpegasusccgunicornsmerchandisingdigital arttcgThe Designery is excited to add Hidden City Games to its list of clientele.They were the original creators of the Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon CCGs. Their CEO was the founder of Wizards of the Coast, which launched M:TG to collectors and gamers alike.We look forward to providing artistic services for their Bella Sara line of collectible cards!http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/06/new-client-hidden-city-gaming.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-4004542645156471366Mon, 09 Jun 2008 22:34:00 +00002008-06-09T15:54:24.053-07:00flyersnew portfolio additionsartworkadscoversbookspaintinglogoslabelswebsitesbusiness cardsbrochuresA long-overdue, rather large update of the portfolio section of the Designery has seen the addition of new samples and the re-structuring of a few categories into one. Book interior designs have also been given thumbnails to make perusing through them much easier and more interesting.Here are a few examples of what's new in the Portfolio section:http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/06/portfolio-section-revamp.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-5693006040294924323Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:17:00 +00002008-06-05T09:23:23.843-07:00samplesartworkresumeportfoliodesigncvThe Designery now offers a small portfolio of art and design examples as a downloadable PDF file, in addition to the Javascript Lightbox gallery on the site.I now also offer my freelance resume of professional design experience as a PDF (which also includes a subset of the above portfolio). For those wishing to see my past design and production experience, now you can! :)All of these documents http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/06/new-downloadable-portfolio-and-resume.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-1270027014500490822Tue, 03 Jun 2008 23:37:00 +00002008-06-03T16:51:36.411-07:00graphic designers associationsocietyGDCprofessional developmentmembershipI am pleased to announce that I am now an Associate member of the Graphic Designers of Canada (Vancouver Island Chapter).With over 1,000 members in nine chapters across the country, the GDC is the only national association in Canada for the art and design profession.GDC seminars, workshops and events are some of the ways the Designery keeps up to date with the latest trends, skills and protocols http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/06/gdc-membership.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-2387593371185869130Thu, 22 May 2008 16:46:00 +00002008-05-22T09:56:00.095-07:00photoshopgolden dragondigital paintingillustrationwork in progressRecently I found some time to make headway on the Golden Sunset painting I've been putting off for awhile. I've also now updated the blazingbrush.com gallery section with the new sample.Enjoy!http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/05/painting-progress.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-7607253700859868458Mon, 12 May 2008 23:41:00 +00002008-05-20T14:35:52.954-07:00artworkdigital paintingnew websitesillustrationThe Designery is proud to present a brand new website design, this time for yours truly!For digital art and illustration, please visit my new website at:www.blazingbrush.comThis is a companion website to Digital Dragon Designery (it will not be replacing it), where the focus is more towards my artistic work. Art samples will be updated regularly at blazingbrush.com, while the Designery will only http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/05/new-digital-painting-and-illustration.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-5386348484832027989Fri, 07 Mar 2008 19:39:00 +00002008-12-09T19:32:41.933-08:00zen buddhismpage layoutbook designnew bookcover designOne of the Designery's clients--Rev. Meiten McGuire of the Vancouver Island Zen Sangha--is producing a new book that will be available soon. It's called "Reflections on the Path" and collects Rev. Meiten's writings on the meaning and purpose of life.The cover design (left) has been added to the Portfolio section of the Designery. The interior design turned out beautifully, and will be added to http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/03/new-book-being-published-through.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-3203802032230385363Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:59:00 +00002008-03-07T11:48:27.340-08:00water conservationglobal warmingenvironmental responsibilityeco-livinggreenGreen, eco-conscious living has always been a concern for the Designery office, as well as my own home. I always attempt to make the best choice possible when making purchases for office supplies and household items, as well as changing habits that encourage energy and water conservation.Some of the changes made at the Designery (and the household it supports) include:replacing all lightbulbs http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/03/going-green-at-designery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-1810326136844445355Thu, 28 Feb 2008 02:41:00 +00002008-12-09T19:32:42.498-08:00hotelad designbannersaccommodationsbrochuresTwo new projects (a packages brochure and trade show sign/poster) have been posted to the Portfolio section of the site. Both were produced with Malahat Freestyle for Accent Inns and add to existing promotional materials along the same theme.http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/02/new-hotel-brochure-and-signage-designs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3698342383404309449.post-2630583910337407115Tue, 15 Jan 2008 05:03:00 +00002008-03-07T11:49:42.378-08:00conferencedigital paintingperupresentationThat's right, the Designery delivered a presentation at a digital painting conference that took place in Lima, Peru last October!Well, maybe I wasn't physically in Peru... but I most certainly made an appearance in a solo web-presentation geared towards Peruvian arts students interested in making the transition from traditional media to digital tools.Rommel Comeca of Digital Dreams Group kindly http://digitaldragondesignery.blogspot.com/2008/01/digital-painting-conference-in-peru.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Digital Dragon Designery)0