Daniel Braha Daniel Braha has spent more than a third of his 16-year design career working from remote locations around the globe. In Boulder, he co-founded the design shop Good Apples, then left for a three-year journey, proving that design, travel and living the ideal life are one and the same. He lived with orphans (more…)
In anticipation of this week’s workshop with Alexa Allen, madelife visited Alexa in her studio for a quick chat and a look at her process and work. When & where did you first learn your craft? I attended California College of the Arts (CCA) in San Francisco and have a degree in furniture design. I worked in the Bay area for 8-9 years doing high-end custom cabinetry. When I moved to back to Boulder in 2009 (I am originally from here)…
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Life moves pretty fast these days and the creative industries move even faster. So how do we keep up? Whats next? Where are the next generation of creative problem solvers? Join us for an insightful and definitely tangental, talk with creative industry veteran, and innovative educator David Slayden. About David Slayden: David has been (more…)
Join Founder/designer of Angry+Bovine, Jay Ferracane, as he leads us through an immersive workshop designed to provide you with insights and approaches to building strong brands. Perfect for designers, creatives, creative entrepreneurs or anyone wanting to boost their foundational knowledge of brand building. This will be a working session with the intent of learning through application. (more…)
The Makings of a Man Opening Reception is just two days away! madelife sat down with Neil Yarnal, before his group show this Saturday, for a quick discussion on his process, inspirations, and life as a creative. Describe yourself and your work. I am a hot knife, cutting through the mundane, the norm & what’s been done. As I grow, I’m learning that I am a special case—someone who never quite fits in. I’ve always been the odd man out, something…
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Madelife caught up with Steven Morrell for a quick chat about his process, inspirations, and life as an Artist. Don’t miss your chance to catch a view of Steven’s most recent work ‘Ibashi’ at The makings of a Man Opening Reception on June 30th! Describe yourself and your work. I have been involved in creative endeavors my whole life. I began painting at around 12, and have continued to explore many forms of creative expression as a professional in the…
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madelife is thrilled to be showcasing an array of portraiture works by Michael Dixon for The Makings of a Man Show. In anticipation of the show’s opening reception, madelife sat down with Michael to discuss his work, process, and life as an Artist. The Makings of a Man Opening Reception | Saturday, June 30th | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Describe yourself and your work: I am a bi-racial black man, and I make work about race and identity. I was…
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Monoprint Workshop using AKUA water-based inks With artist / instructor Amanda Barrow Sunday September 23rd 10am to 3pm madelife $90 Limited to 10 participants Join us for an in-depth Monotype Printing Workshop with Printmaker & Instructor Amanda Barrow. Amanda will lead participants through a hands-on course designed to demonstrate various techniques using AKUA water-based inks. (more…)
If you’ve ever told a story, you know you need some reference to draw from, to make that story relatable and convincing. Experiences, memories, facts, opinions, humorous moments and gut wrenching details are all the keys to a good story. But for some of us…how we acquire these tools to do what we do, so (more…)
There is no sure path to success, that is especially true in the creative world. For many of us who make, the things we seek to create are often powered by drive, passion and plain old hustle. Join us for a conversation with Designer, Photographer, Journalist and now Publisher of META, Andrew Campo for an (more…)
