LIFE Water has paired up with artists in Texas to paint barns and raise awareness for the importance of arts education.
One of my favorite art murals was by Houston artist, @AnaMarietta just across from Hruskas on the way to Austin.
Some of the other participating artists are @JasonEtherly, @JoeraelNumina, @Zuzubee
What better place to spend the Spring time than Houston? Here are some of my favorite photos I captured this spring.
Episode 53: A conversation on User Experience with Home Depot Senior Manager of UX Gibson Hall, a Bauer College alumnus and award-winning marketer.
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This is my 1 year anniversary of relaunching my website to include a blog and much more content than my standard portfolio sites in the past. In addition to relaunching my website, 2018 has been a prolific year for me as I taught more than 100 yoga classes, launched 10 new websites, left the US for the first time in a decade, and won Emerging Business Leader award by Houston Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs (HYPE).
Looking back at the year is one of my favorite ways to bring in the new year. The memories in the past remind me of good times and what I want to continue to bring into my life. Here are some of my favorite highlights of 2018.
Started off cold with a trip to the family to Cleveland Ohio. We chased frozen waterfalls, visited the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and lived to tell the stories.
It’s been a great year being able to work with UP Art Studio to help the Mini Murals project grow to over 200 boxes in Houston, expand to Austin, and launch Mini Murals Tours where people can ride around Houston to view and learn more about the Mini Murals and the artists behind the boxes.
The 31st Annual Art Car Parade brought over 270 unique cars downtown and throughout Allen Parkway in Houston. Some of my favorites included entries from UP Art Studio, Discovery Green, and every car that included...
Taking a trip around Belize through the jungle and island of Caye Caulker.
2018 has been a year of great success and I’m looking forward to 2019!
Photo courtesy of HYPE
Houston Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs (HYPE) is Houston’s largest organization helping connect and empower leaders throughout the Houston Region.
Thursday was the 2nd annual HYPE Impact awards, showcasing entrepreneurs contributing to the community in creative ways through service and professional endeavors.
There were many incredibly nominated people at the award show last night including Lawson Gow (The Cannon), Naomi Bhappu Irani (Accenture), Pierce Bush (Big Brothers Big Sisters), Micah Guynes (i45 Signs), Ashley Small (Medley, Inc.), Andria Balogh (STEM-E), Brittany Barreto (Pheramor), and Victoria Chen (Bridge-Year).
The award for “Emerging Business Leader” for 2018 went to Gibson Hall for his Professional Work, Creative Entrepreneurial Endeavors, and Giving Back to the Community.
Thank you HYPE and GHP for the support for our community!
From GHPHype.org:
The annual HYPE Impact Awards recognizes Houston young professionals and entrepreneurs for their contributions to our community.
The Greater Houston Partnership, through its Houston Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs (HYPE) program, is pleased to announce that the HYPE Impact Awards will be on Thursday, November 8, 2018. Join us to recognize and reward young professionals and entrepreneurs for their contributions to our community. The HYPE Impact Awards are presented to outstanding young leaders who strive for excellence and have achieved innovative, business-savvy and ground-breaking ideas.
Houston businessman, talent manager and record label owner Mathew Knowles will provide the keynote address for this year's event.
Emerging Leader Finalists
Naomi Bhappu Irani, Accenture
Lawson Gow, The Cannon
Gibson Hall, Home Depot
Business Leader Finalists
Pierce Bush, Big Brothers Big Sisters
Micah Guynes, i45 Signs, Inc.
Ashley Small, Medley, Inc.
Startup Superstar Finalists
Andria Balough, STEM-E Youth Career Development Program
Brittany Barreto, Pheramor Inc.
Victoria Chen, Bridge-Year
Courtesy of http://ghphype.org/events/2018-hype-impact-awards
This was my first time to the Depressed Cake Shop. Loving people donated cakes and treats that are somber grays, blues and black to “signify the gray cloud that can descend over a beautiful world when someone is struggling with mental help issues.” The event was by Name Walks Greater Houston and Montrose Center.
How beautiful are these cakes below?
I spent the past weekend taking my first trip to Northwest Arkansas. Some of my highlights included Crystal Bridges, Art from 21C, my first Razorback experience, and very kind people.
Crystal Bridges museum in Bentonville Arkansas
8/14 Cocktails with Creatives at Boheme https://www.facebook.com/events/268652020386855/
8/16 Blanket Bingo at Market Square Park http://www.marketsquarepark.com/
8/16 Welcoming the DNC Convention Downtown (avoid downtown) https://www.facebook.com/events/1861485070563782/
8/18 Houston Food Fest at City Hall Downtown https://www.facebook.com/events/127364017971223/
8/18 Flea Market at Discovery Green https://www.facebook.com/events/157179055140364/?event_time_id=157179058473697
8/18 Street Art Show at Hardy & Nance Studios https://www.facebook.com/events/2026552930943401/?active_tab=about
8/22 Lyle Lovett and His Large Band at Hobby Center
https://365thingsinhouston.com/calendar/lyle-lovett-and-his-large-band-in-concert-at-hobby-center/
8/22 Beauty and the Beast (movie) at Miller Outdoor Theater 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/events/198379117492521/
8/23 Bands with Beto at Warehouse Live https://www.facebook.com/events/244355589626289/
8/24 Sawyer Yards Summer Series 6-10pm https://www.facebook.com/events/465604293895289/
8/25 Galveston Sandcastle Competition https://www.visithoustontexas.com/event/32nd-annual-aia-sandcastle-competition/55923/
8/25 Yoga and Hops at 8th Wonder https://www.facebook.com/events/930632717139354/
8/25 Arm Balance Workshop at Black Swan Yoga https://www.facebook.com/events/637365426650591/
8/26 Theater District Open House 12-5pm http://www.theaterdistrictopenhouse.com/
8/27-29 Athletics vs. Astros at Minute Maid Park
8/30 Texans vs Cowboys @ NRG Stadium
8/30-9/2 Angels vs. Astros at Minute Maid Park
9/3-5 Twins vs. Astros at Minute Maid Park
9/6 Alina Baraz @ Warehouse Live
This is my obligatory post talking about how excited I am to join The Home Depot, especially their UX Department. I’m joining as Senior Manager of UX, leading a team of UX Designers and Researchers to improve the shopping experience for Home Depot customers.
Some recent highlights by Home Depot’s UX:
L2 cites homedepot.com as the 3rd best experience out of all retailers
https://www.l2inc.com/research/big-box-u-s
Baymard ranks homedepot.com as the 2nd best experience
https://baymard.com/ux-benchmark/case-studies/home-depot
I’m looking forward from leading from the best and inspiring the UX team to continue pushing the limits of what’s possible to give our users the best experience possible.
I walked through the #bigbambumfah last night thanks for Museum of Fine Arts Houston and their Social Media Ambassadorship program. The event is up for a few months and the museum is free on Thursdays.
Week 1: July 1-7
Sunday, July 1
Free Yoga @ Raven Tower with Black Swan
Sunday, July 1
Slightly Stoopid + Pepper @ WOMH
Tuesday, July 3
Houston Dynamo vs LA Galaxy @ BBVA Stadium
Wednesday, July 4
Beats Antique @ Eleanor Tinsley
Friday, July 6
Say Girl Say @ Continental Club
Saturday, July 7
Wild Moccasins @ WOMH
Saturday, July 7
Houston Dynamo vs Minnesota United FC @ BBVA Stadium
Week 2: July 8-14
Wednesday, July 11
Chocolate Meditation Watercolor @ WASH
Thursday-Friday, July 12-13
The Suffers @ Heights Theater
Saturday, July 14
H-Town on Tap Beer Fest
Week 3: July 15-21
Tuesday, July 18
Grown Up Storytime @ Rudyardz 8pm
Friday, July 20
MFAH Mixed Media Nights
Friday, July 20
Summer Concerts @ Four Seasons
Saturday, July 21
Quest for the Press Workshop @ Black Swan
Saturday, July 21
Energy Work & Crystal Therapy @ Define
Saturday, July 21
Roller Derby @ Revention Music Center
The 31st Annual Art Car Parade brought over 270 unique cars downtown and throughout Allen Parkway in Houston. Some of my favorites included entries from UP Art Studio, Discovery Green, and every car that included...