Tony Luna Creative- Update- 12-31-2020
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…NOW HERE ARE THE COMPLETE STORIES:
Our next ZOOM SCHMOOZEFEST! is Thursday, January 14, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Pacific Time).
Join our Zoom Meeting by clicking on:
https://artcenter.zoom.us/j/4615644020?pwd=RDZBcjEraGhJMnFmNmlxRy94U3pCUT09
Meeting ID: 461 564 4020
Passcode: 0008856
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Below is a screen shot of the happy attendees during our Zoom SchmoozeFest last September as they shared their creative endeavors. Look at those smiling faces! You too can join in the fun on Thursday, January 14. The beauty of the Zoom versions of our SchmoozeFests! is that you can participate from anywhere in the world and connect virtually with the members of our creative community as we present our latest work, practice pitches, and network to our hearts content. Start getting your work together for another invigorating evening of creativity, storytelling, and fun!
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- Registration for the Art Center Extension - Spring Term - is ongoing!
Classes begin January 16, 2021. Sharpen your skills, learn new technologies, or take that class you always wanted to take by checking the catalogue of intriguing classes that can expand your world and your creativity at: https://www.artcenter.edu/acn/coursedescriptions.jsp
Then to register for a mind-expanding class go to https://www.artcenter.edu/acx/index.php?page=how-to-register
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- CRAFTING A MEANINGFUL CAREER- Part One- “Discovering the Dream”, Art Center Extension online classes will begin Tuesday, January 19, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and run for fourteen consecutive weeks.
If you are considering making a change in your career path toward leading a more purposeful life then this is the class for you. During the classes you will take a close look at your motivations and goals, and how to create a plan to design your own future objectives, not something dictated by someone else. Once you have completed Part One you may follow it up with Parts Two and Three where you build a step by step business plan on how to achieve your aspirations.
If there is one thing we have learned from the imposition of the pandemic it is that we are more adaptable than we ever knew possible, and now is the time to make that change you always felt you were capable of.
You may read Success Stories from people who have taken the classes by clicking on http://www.tonylunacreative.com/inspiration.
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- Aurora Haan, Illustrator- “Dear Tony, This is Aurora Haan, an illustrator and graduate of Art Center College of Design, who took your class back in 2013. I hope you remember me; I was this Asian student you had introduced to Mr. MacGowan during your job interview practice.
It had been quite of a journey since my graduation back in 2014. I'm currently working on a comic book project where I've taken the research to the next level by visiting Australia, Washington D.C., and Seattle, WA, and talking to many experts. It's still in the making, but I definitely am seeing progress.
Thanks for your guidance during your class back then; it definitely became a foundation of my approach to this project. I just wanted to update you and take this opportunity to thank you.
Thank you so much again.
I also wanted to update you on the works I've been doing so far, including illustrations, other than the project I've mentioned.
Here's the Instagram link where I'm posting my art and writings for 17 days straight: https://www.instagram.com/aurorahaan/
And here's my website where you can see all the artwork: http://www.aurorahaan.com
Merry Christmas and a happy new year, and I hope that you have a nice rest of your holiday season and hope your 2021 will be filled with joy and happiness!
Very respectfully,”
Aurora Haan.
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- Mark Sarkisian, “Tony, I wanted to update you on my year. It has been a crazy and trying year but also rewarding thanks in part to your help and guidance. I was accepted to the USC Marshall School of Business for graduate school this past semester.
I’m receiving a Masters of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. It has been one of the most rewarding experiences I ever been a part of. Also, being 58 years old I have had to adapt to new technologies, but it’s gone smoothly. My classes range from design thinking to venture initiation. I’ve followed my passion of golf to create with two other classmates a golf course project that combines the social nature of music, food and adult beverages.
It’s called Divot Golf and we made numerous class presentations to venture capitalists, entrepreneurs and other professors. So far it was well received and has potential. We are in the feasibility stage, which is creating financial proformas, a preliminary design plan and lots of customer discovery. Next semester we will take our plan and test the viability of how scalable it can be in a class setting.
Thank you again for your mentorship and encouragement.
Best wishes,
Mark Sarkisian
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- Sang Lee, Transportation Designer- “Hi Tony, hope you're doing well. This is Sang, the transportation guy who struggled to find a job after graduation due to the pandemic situation.
It took me 5 months, going through multiple interviews that mostly did not result in employment. It was really frustrating. I even started to doubt my knowledge in transportation design.
Companies seem to be interested in senior designers, work force that can immediately produce quality design. So in the meantime, I kept on working mini-projects, updating my Instagram, Behance, and Linkedin. One project gave me a huge expose that almost every car media website published my work.
Finally, I managed to get 2 offers in the same time. One was from GM, Michigan as a digital modeler, and the other from Volkswagen design center California as an automotive exterior designer. As you may have guessed, I am now at the 2 months mark with VW team. I moved into a new place, got myself a new TV, computer.
During the interview, I constantly mentioned one thing that made my portfolio and skillset different from others. The eagerness to challenge multiple areas even non-car transportations (my portfolio also showed that too.) I feel very lucky and also want to believe it isn't all luck but dedication and timing.
Your lecture really helped out training my interview skills. Therefore, feel free to reach out to me if you need somebody to share his experience.
Thank you,
best regards,”
Sang
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Copyright (C) 2020 Brian Biery Photography, All rights reserved.
- Biran Biery, Photographer- “Dear Family and Friends, To begin this message I want to deeply thank all those who responded so enthusiastically to the last BBP Newsletter with orders for calendars, books and greeting cards! It was extremely heartwarming to receive that outpouring of support for my work!
In addition, for those who have not yet placed a holiday order, there are still limited supplies of all of the items on my product list: 2021 National/State Parks Calendars, greeting cards of gorgeous scenes from the western U.S., and 'Power of One' books that inspire and educate. So please respond to this message if you would like to order any of these beautiful pieces of art.
It is my hope that even in these times of pandemic and turmoil, you are still able to venture into the great outdoors, breathe fresh air and wander down a deserted path, whenever possible.
With sincere gratitude and best wishes for you in 2021!
Brian.
brian@brianbiery.com
Copyright (C) 2020 Brian Biery Photography, All rights reserved.
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- Maureen Brodbeck, Switzerland based Photographer/Artist- “Dear friends, artists, collectors, and art lovers,
I wish you all a Happy Holiday Season.
I would like to briefly talk about some of my projects that are close to my heart:
• My new collaboration with SAM Sustainable Art Market, https://www.sustainableartmarket.com/, a company created in 2018 by Sabine Colombier, who is betting on creating an innovative link between the art market and the protection of the environment. SAM is an ambitious and pioneering project acting in the art world with sustainable practices and more respect for our environment. Through SAM, some of my photographs are now available on ARTSY https://www.artsy.net/artist/mauren-brodbeck/works-for-sale. 5% of sales will be donated to the association Terrasse Sans Frontières. This association based in Geneva, which I have chosen, has for mission to promote the greening of roofs and, among other things, to promote biodiversity and reduce fine particles. I invite you to discover this wonderful association here.
• Also, I am pleased to announce the launch of the third season of my podcast Raw and Radical Women in the Arts, https://rawradical.com/Homepage, with the first episode recorded at my studio with an outstanding Turkish video artist, Ali Kazma, during his exhibition “Women at Work“ at Barbara Polla’s Analix Forever gallery https://analixforever.com/. Listen to the episode here. I also remind you that you must subscribe here to receive the newsletters regarding this project as the latest news are on a specific mailing list.
Two recent interviews are available. The first took place through my participation at the Photo Kyiv International Photography Fair >> listen here https://photokyivfair.com/en/womenseye/. The second is a short video by Swiss Art Interviews created by Gladys Pinedo in Geneva >>watch here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea5sMZ8alYg.
• Finally, I have just learned that one of my current projects, “Interplay, Enmeshment, and Matter” is Shortlisted for the Chromaluxe X Lucie Foundation Fine Art Scholarship https://www.luciefoundation.org/programs/scholarship/ .
I wish you all fantastic holidays, and I look forward to seeing you again here or elsewhere in 2021 for a year that I hope will bring us pleasant surprises
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Laura and Jerry Ritchey
- Laura Elliott, Author, Ghost Writer-
NOW FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT
I’ll let you in on a little secret. I’m holding my first Personal Story Masterclass. And it’s being organized for the 50 Over 50 Project. This group of women have been photographed by awesome photographer Julie Ulstrup and they’re writing their stories to go with the portraits for a beautiful cocktail table book. It’s a fun, fabulous project and I’m so honored to be facilitating these stories.
Click here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmlvEila1DU&feature=youtu.be, to hear Julie’s TEDx Talk about being seen. “How to Transform the Way You See Yourself.” What a great gift we can give ourselves!
If you want to check out the class and participate with these incredible women, you can register here, https://www.laurasmagicday.com/personal-story-masterclass-with-julie-ulstrup/. It’s not being advertised anywhere, so you’ll be one of the first to join me for 4, 45-minute sessions to create your own personal story. Who would enjoy this experience?
- Anyone interested in handing down their legacy story for their family
- Seasoned professionals and pivoters hoping to open up new pathways
- Anyone interested in writing a memoir about their life
- People ready for the second chapter of their career. Or a third. Fourth? Eighth?
Book a 1-on-1 Consultation with Laura, https://calendly.com/laurasmagicday/paid-consultation?month=2020-12
Below, you'll find the Zoom info needed to join me as well as the schedule.
Four Sessions, all at 4pm MST/3PM PST
January 14th
January 21st
January 28th
February 4th
Replays will be available after the sessions.
Here's the Zoom information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86479142928?pwd=cW0vaUVtSTJJamtJRlVxZnp1L3BLZz09
Meeting ID: 864 7914 2928
Passcode: 595650
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WHAT’S YOUR WORD FOR 2021?
Mine is GROWTH. Send me your word, I’d love to know;)
I like to create artwork around my word every year. I’ll share it next month! I’d love to see what you do with your word too!
Hope you have a safe, healthy, and HAPPY 2021! Will write more in the new year:)
Happy writing! Your Go-to Ghost, Laura (please forgive my shameless use of exclamation marks).
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Tony Luna Creative
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Adjunct Professor: Art Center College of Design
Contributing Consultant to "Bokeh Magazine, The Art and Life of Photography," an online magazine for the iPads and iPhones.
Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and
"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press
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