STEM to STEAM…

January 9th, 2012 by mattbudelman

This is an important talk about how A (art) is often forgotten when people talk about the core subjects of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics that often provide a gateway to higher level jobs. Art may not necessarrily have a reputation for higher level jobs, but people who are creative often make the most difference. There are a lot of CEOs who have high levels of creativity. I’ll let John Maeda explain better…


One Day For Design 2011

March 25th, 2011 by mattbudelman

One Day For Design

AIGA National is preparing for a “one day think tank” about the future of the design profession. It sounds interesting and I can’t wait to see the results. Here is some more information about the event and how you can participate:

What: One Day for Design is a 24-hour live online conversation about the future of the design industry and what designers feel a professional association should be in the next decade. Moderators will Read the rest of this entry »


‘Waves’ an Installation

March 8th, 2011 by mattbudelman

I love the references to electronic sine waves both in sound and image. Neat installation. I also like the distortion that happens when someone is behind the waves.

Waves from Daniel Palacios on Vimeo.

‘Waves’ utilizes a basic construction of a long piece of elastic string and two motors to visualize the presence of people close to the installation. The string between the two motorized chambers reacts to the people presence and movements, it twirls to produce a sine-wave simulation that eloquently resembles both the digitization of real-time sound waves and patterns of flow and connectivity found in natural systems.

The simple act of making the “invisible” visible can produce profound effects in both our understanding of the world around us and the close relationship we have to the natural and built environment that we occupy daily. Although the project may seem like a simple visualization of intangible forms, it nevertheless connects to our visceral side by creating unique sound output and striking visual stimuli that engage with “persistence of vision” and our connection to the spaces we occupy and their sonic and electromagnetic inhabitants.

More info at: www.danielpalacios.info

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The Greatest Art Critique Ever

March 3rd, 2011 by mattbudelman

I wish I took classes with this guy. That would have upped my game so much. It definitely would have weeded out the people who don’t belong. Every graphic design department needs a Roland Young. Enjoy.

Roland is God. Week 7 from Owen Gee on Vimeo.

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I love kinetic sculpture

November 27th, 2010 by mattbudelman

Some inspiration for your holiday season.

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John Maeda’s Inauguration Speech as President of RISD 2008

October 4th, 2010 by mattbudelman

I wanted to share this video because of how jam-packed it is with inspiration and nuggets of knowledge. John’s call-to-action for the entire school is both inspiring and daunting, however, in his speech he makes it feel welcoming and possible. I hope that you can take the time to listen and possibly be inspired by this speech.

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Graphic Designer vs. Graphic Artist

June 24th, 2010 by mattbudelman

This week’s inspiration. MATMAN tested. MATMAN Approved.

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