currently in hot pursuit of a 350z

This is what im working on for my 3d modeling/animation csc4840 elective... Im trying to recreate a 3d model of a nissan 350z which i will use later on in my final animation for the final project in this class. for more information on my progress go to http://www.tcartdesign.com/csc4840

the funny side of hollywood.

im assuming from looking at their series of posters that this movie is similar to the scary movie series. I bet the creative director and designer have a lot of fun making these kind of poster.. out of all the posters i thought that this one is really funny..

img source: http://www.impawards.com/2007/epic_movie_ver6.html

Red is a lucky Color.

Red envelopes also known as "red packets" "Ang Pow" "laisee" or "Hung-Bao".

The illustrations used on the front of a "red envelope" present blessings and good wishes of longevity, prosperity and good health. Through the years, artists have always found new ways to improve the message of good tidings such as carps swimming amongst flowering lotus, the fabled creatures of dragon and phoenix, Chinese zodiac animals depending on the year it will be used, peonies in full bloom, the three immortals, golden pineapples, Buddha's and children. They are actually very beautiful and the varied designs we have seen over the years have been outstanding. As a company we hand pick every design as the quality and presentation is very important.

When giving money on festive or auspicious occasions, never put money in a white envelope or you would face the anger of the recipient! Money wrapped in white envelopes is given when the occasion is sad, like during funerals, when a gift of money is given to help with the funeral costs. This is called 'Pak Kum' money for the family of the departed. So if you ever come across a Chinese client please think twice about giving him or her their fee in a white envelope although in our western countries it would be unlikely to offend.

info obtained from: http://www.fengshuiweb.co.uk/advice/angpow.htm


in the spirit of lunar new year, Ive decide to look for different design on a red lucky envelop. here are a few that ive found.

Happy Lunar New Year

Astrology - Chinese Zodiac - The Year Of The Pig

People born in the year of the pig are steady and resolute in doing things, and honest and warm-hearted to other people. Competent and persistent as they are, they will spare no efforts in fulfilling any job assigned to them.

Though simple-minded, they always have their own opinions. They hope that everything will be peaceful and everyone happy. They can get along well with others because of their leniency and generosity, and they have patience in perfecting themselves and fulfilling their jobs, which makes them good teachers. However, they will fly into a rage when forced to, but they never harbor a grudge and stab another person in the back.

They are always faithful to friends and set a high value on friendship. They have an interest in giving and participating in parties. Besides, they are good peacemakers in others' eyes because of their honesty and trustworthiness.

The more you know them, the deeper your friendship will grow. Besides honesty, they are also warmhearted and careful about their attire. Whenever a friend is in need, they will never hesitate to help.

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Information obtained from : http://www.psychic-revelation.com/astrology_chinese_zodiac_pig.htm

some cd album covers

For some reason Ive been spending lots of my time looking at cd album covers nowadays... maybe im just searching for that spark that hopefully triggers my creativity this semester. It has been an extremely slow start for me. I felt that music and design goes hand in hand and i try to look at a broad range of music from different decades to find some sort of correlation between the two. here are a fews that i like..

Bad Movie Posters

Good Movie Posters

These are a few that I though was really good.