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Icograda’s Design Week Vancouver 2010
Sunday, 24 Jan, 2010 – 19:32
Icograda’s Design Week Vancouver 2010

I believe there is always room for every person to grow, personally and professionally. But as an Art Director (and father of a two year old) my ‘spare’ time for a conference is very limited. …

The difference a good handle can make
Sunday, 24 Jan, 2010 – 10:55
The difference a good handle can make

Ensuring that every contact point for your company delivers the same consistent message can be a lot of work. But that extra effort can contribute to a very successful brand experience.
I was heading home today …

Cheeseburger
Sunday, 24 Jan, 2010 – 10:53
Cheeseburger

This is a ‘mock’ ad I made for McDonald’s. It uses the familiar sound of the chickadee. It implants subconsciously the familiar sound of the chickadee with the word ‘cheeseburger’. Now every time you hear …

The case of the missing $20 bill – where customer service and brand collide.
Sunday, 24 Jan, 2010 – 10:50
The case of the missing $20 bill – where customer service and brand collide.

Brand, customer retention, business development, profit, sustainability, these long-term, big-picture elements of a company can each be built or toppled by day-to-day customer service. Designers can develop a brilliant look for you, marketing strategists can …

More parkour – The Office style
Thursday, 14 Jan, 2010 – 1:16
More parkour – The Office style

Watch it here – the end is the best.

CPR first time
Thursday, 14 Jan, 2010 – 1:10
CPR first time

This ad uses humour to create interest for a service that people are either not interest in or have personal health concerns. It addresses them all in a naughty manor without eroding the message. Enjoy …

Parkour motion reel
Thursday, 14 Jan, 2010 – 1:04
Parkour motion reel

This is a motion reel using paper folding and movement to represent parkour. It’s simple and breathtaking. Watch here.

Let the beat build
Thursday, 14 Jan, 2010 – 1:00
Let the beat build

A great track with an even better video. It is the simplicity and the fact it was shot in one take that makes this video good. Enjoy. Click here to watch.

lamb chops with spiced potato mash
Wednesday, 6 Jan, 2010 – 3:54
lamb chops with spiced potato mash

This was really great. The lamb was cooked in the oven, just a little more than medium rare. The chops were organic with a good amount of wholesome fat on them. Also now that I …

Salmon and ginger fishcakes with sweet-and-sour salad
Wednesday, 6 Jan, 2010 – 3:38
Salmon and ginger fishcakes with sweet-and-sour salad

This was the first time I have ever made fishcakes, so I thought I would download a recipe online. With some small alterations it turned out rather well.
Here is the recipe:
Serves 4
Ready in 30 minutes

Ingredients

500g …