Hall 1C, Booth 1004

And don’t forget to make it out to Wanted Design NYC and say hello to the very talented David Trubridge.

It seems too simple that a single purchase can bring prosperity to a troubled and neglected few. Ford&Ching is happy to announce that the enLIGHTen Project seeks to make this a reality. Now through the May 17th,  the charity Kids of Kathmandu’s will be auctioning off lights to raise funds for solar panels, batteries and water purification at our Nepali orphanage. Designs by David Trubridge, Cerno, and Matt Gagnon will be available through the auction and will help provide electricity to those who desperately need it. Your purchase will allow the kids to have lighting, clean water, refrigeration, computers as well as other basic, fundamental sanitary conveniences. The improvement will be profound. And in the long run, measurable, as we see their health and schooling improve. Please click here to participate in this noble event.

]]> http://fordandching.com/2012/05/delabs-obscura-day/feed/ 0 http://fordandching.com/2012/04/creative-mornings-w-dkng-at-the-kim-sing-theatre/ http://fordandching.com/2012/04/creative-mornings-w-dkng-at-the-kim-sing-theatre/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:30:40 +0000 Intern http://fordandching.com/?p=3212 This edition of Creative Mornings returns to the Kim Sing Theatre! Today’s talk featured the innovative design team of DKNG, the letters representing partners Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman. Their most notable clients include Adam Carolla, Aziz Ansari, The Black Keys, Phish, Portlandia, and Flight of the Conchords. Originally known for their prolific work as the Troubadour’s gig poster designers, they’ve successfully branched out and now work with TV shows, entertainers and companies seeking a fresh perspective. In their 30-minute talk, we had the opportunity to look inside their creative process, how they began as a collaborative team, and how they’ve evolved from novice to highly sought-after professionals.

As with every Creative Mornings, doughnuts, coffee, and Boxed Water were on deck.

This Creative Mornings, we mixed it up with the help of Tommy B Photography. For the first time, guests of Creative Mornings had the chance to experience Tommy B’s photo booth and post pics directly to their Facebook and Twitter accounts. Thanks Tommy B! See more of his work here.

The DKNG duo- Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman.

Packed house. Thank you everyone for coming to the Kim Sing!

DKNG showcased their design portfolio and even sold limited edition prints. See their online store here.

Thank you Jon Setzen, DKNG, and everyone that was a part of Creative Mornings. Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman’s presentation was incredibly insightful and I’m sure a great help for aspiring designers and artists. Make sure to drop by the Kim Sing Theatre May 18 where Creative Mornings will be showcasing the founder of Starry Kitchen! Keep an eye on creativemornings.com for details and RSVP info.

722 Figueroa Showroom: Spring 2012 Launch from TheVideoMouse on Vimeo.

WALL WRITERS Promo Video from R. Rock Enterprises on Vimeo.

Through unprecedented access to TAKI 183, CORNBREAD, and a host of other legendary writers, Wall Writers tells the story of a time when underprivileged city kids refused to keep lurking in the shadows, when the streets were so wild that fame and infamy became indistinct, when art became a democracy and self-promotion became an art.

Fans of Ford&Ching may recall Gastman lecture during Creative Mornings at Night in the Kim Sing Theater. Read that article here!

Just through the door we bumped into Ted from Poketo, as well as his lovely wife Angie. If you haven’t done so yet, go to www.poketo.com to see some of the latest and greatest design products, including work by Tanya Aguiniga, one of the great designers represented by FORD&CHING.

"Hot Dad" and Creative Mornings Los Angeles chapter organizer Jon Setzen.

Jesse from Handsome + Ted from Poketo = Creative Mornings

Exciting new retail/work space for Poketo opening sometime around May or June.

If you are Rip Van Winkle, Creative Mornings is an early morning lecture series featuring inspirational presentations by creative professionals culled from a variety of industries and fields. The day’s speaker, Sonja Rasula,described teh birth of Unique LA and her journey from journalist to retail pioneer. Launched in 2008, Unique LA is a two day retail event that occurs seasonally and brings local-made design and art to the masses. She was especially animated when discussing the diversity of people who come to her events, from “wonderful old ladies” to “hot dads.” Unique LA is now spreading its innovative retail format to multiple cities worldwide under the moniker, “State of Unique.”

Creative Mornings is hands-down the best thing going in early morning LA. You get free coffee, donuts, and an opportunity to network with LA’s design talent. Look out for the next Creative Mornings at FORD&CHING in April.

Showcasing the designs of Andrew Riiska, the gallery was abuzz with talks of fine woodworking and the bright future of the Jai & Jai gallery. Sisters Jomjai and Jaitip have ambitious plans for this Chinatown gallery space, and we wish them the best of luck. Take the time to stop by this unique space and keep them on your radar. Interesting things are coming.

Need one more reason to purchase lighting designs by  David Trubridge? Now through March 14th, take advantage of a special limited time pricing across the entire range and even better pricing on the Floral range during the David Trubridge Annual Sale.

To take advantage of the sale visit dealers: 2Modern, A+R, ABC Carpet & Home, Grounded, Jaxon Home, Just Modern, Lightology, Lightopia, Pigment, Propeller, The Future Perfect, Twentieth,  and Vanillawood.