tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45586397050540035362024-02-20T00:00:24.792+08:00Josh Designs :: BlogThe extraordinary clear concept design, art, culture and personal blog. Being quite a staunch minimalist, it is proven that it still can potray a significant and different style all together, the first impression is sure to bring you back for more........Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-65057612398052866722008-03-02T23:30:00.001+08:002008-03-02T23:30:20.569+08:00E61i rocks!<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLHqTo7h9OA3mcfoyvpkUVKnembZyA3NRPJkZOoTR9R6gpJgR1Ftjh2pOlWhrrclNkf6slmL99GqbXf1ljbriJ6AcPbGGJBNcfgnsewursH0Sc0eBgZzEE4tfY-Sc4Ty4KbYSLXaCa_ZQ/s1600-h/Screenshot0003-720571.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLHqTo7h9OA3mcfoyvpkUVKnembZyA3NRPJkZOoTR9R6gpJgR1Ftjh2pOlWhrrclNkf6slmL99GqbXf1ljbriJ6AcPbGGJBNcfgnsewursH0Sc0eBgZzEE4tfY-Sc4Ty4KbYSLXaCa_ZQ/s320/Screenshot0003-720571.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5173167077653377186" /></a></p>Hah..just got my nokia e61i...its rawking hot! Woo....and btw, im<br>blogging this entry through it.so ill keep it short this timeJosh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com47tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-47175867012007306502008-01-18T23:57:00.000+08:002008-01-19T00:38:43.287+08:00Ipod 3G casing....finally<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDsy-9iasqnzk0-M-isOmaBPeQP6o4m4xsX957pYeEQdX_fc5-lv8zzwuzaW5co8bEIqcX6DaiBt0n3AkEdKKR-PVWualfwzWzVcnLzKLxtwW6dFqgMKz_Sjrt09U2Kluz86bzYyFg9dg/s1600-h/publish9.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5156846489946523938" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDsy-9iasqnzk0-M-isOmaBPeQP6o4m4xsX957pYeEQdX_fc5-lv8zzwuzaW5co8bEIqcX6DaiBt0n3AkEdKKR-PVWualfwzWzVcnLzKLxtwW6dFqgMKz_Sjrt09U2Kluz86bzYyFg9dg/s400/publish9.jpg" border="0" /></a> After quite a long wait for me, I've finally found a compatible flip-leather casing for my Ipod. Being very reasonably priced, and in my favourite tone of green, I purchased it from "machines" without much hesitation.<br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5156847327465146674" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVmme2txB5QmEyowOhlEElMyRx_uH-tTbBudHjPODi4f5D9OH5uvpVlwrgp4S13H_xuBfz7bMMQcICWVUYhrTn6Mvu-7H_H4mGdubtyaACuMAKoav7ZHlusWSEz0BSNGfhMsBqc1rIems/s400/publish6.jpg" border="0" />As you can see, the tone of green matches the "greens" that i use in this website header. Cool enough, it came with a complimentary screen protector film, but I would'nt count on it so much as its just a compatible and not the original protector film.<br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5156848306717690178" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZf_1oQl7lQ_Rlo_qFdyW3je70ts5tjiM-quEVdUIlnaMAxRKP6ECIJD2Aew6zwL4ObXivSeuqDC7CXDqMo37g4OM5c0lJ2VTqK3B1I0JxWpcZ3KNAn36gSP0IjbTKYsJhQPlPOpshPa0/s400/publish1.jpg" border="0" />Quality wise, its edges may not be as fine as those of Griffins and Belkin, but all in all for the price, it is a wonderful package. It does however adds some bulk to the Ipod, but its in perfect proportions that still maintains the "sleek-iness" of the device.<br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5156849401934350674" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig9tvHrRalekOxUZl-LaCOo-FUo-c7mXJptWIxZE4nkeyu3IKzfUKwG8_FRTsh9zMh7NMfn45p93jxIUqGzFAJg_Cq7kEd5mAxHuabwtq5XO1eg_LosiUcS-oGPY5u1jZqZl8YFaWsBMA/s400/publish4.jpg" border="0" />Thank goodness, there was a slid at the bottom to allow access to the three most important part of the Ipod, and that is the HOLD slider, the SYNC port, and the EARPHONES port.<br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5156850183618398562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwepMxzG1voMqyR_H5XdppHQ2FOsMPtjMsQmGvrOUCu8Cb2S9nBzAIqZqcBc9Nl5tSD4nMecoHftxXVy7u6iRoXterqpZKukHtSM0JmzxIFpWM4U5b1CH78hgfLAR86sA1KMzwfXj63Dg/s400/publish3.jpg" border="0" />Comparison to palm size. And i'm still going all crazy about the colours. So simple but yet adds a streak of modern-styling to something that is usually boxed-down by the norms. In a nutshell, no regrets buying it but the only "-" point, is that access to the click wheel may be a little bit more restricted.<br /><br />Hmm...btw why am i giving away free reviews to Machines and the casing....ok, i guess I should stop here since I was'nt paid for this... :p<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5156851540828064114" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWNrWChngVjR1LW9xl_oE-7klsnguebvmozX8r8CS4gYrOBjWjcySwuSeerZbqbrSsV2AlKnfZGFTMOI0BthK8YAXISDTJWMyuOX0hg31MM1-MtgG0FYXHX4ywTDLGaCV0ylyCbwohfSQ/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-66879544953620019712007-12-28T22:00:00.000+08:002007-12-28T22:31:34.254+08:00Can you see the time?<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFaMVZf_2i4JE3QXH7aoJ6QLyFbTq-rlHrR5PxBCHd11HFd2UpB2TmHkTGqwgk9dbDtUKi8rjSsb7FgQWCOQuTysEHVnqzz_iS3cjB0x_yciK-qpu_i3o2gpISJtvN-E2J1d_FIN2W7R8/s1600-h/penang+143.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5149028962273036498" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFaMVZf_2i4JE3QXH7aoJ6QLyFbTq-rlHrR5PxBCHd11HFd2UpB2TmHkTGqwgk9dbDtUKi8rjSsb7FgQWCOQuTysEHVnqzz_iS3cjB0x_yciK-qpu_i3o2gpISJtvN-E2J1d_FIN2W7R8/s400/penang+143.jpg" border="0" /></a> There goes my G-Shock, all fogged up with moisture....arrghh. Hopefully it can be back in its normal condition soon.... T_T<br /><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5149031298735245538" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1PDTzklXxeCBih7DiAMA08WIuTX5dGeoUSQUHuEtMQA0UF1FGVJV_5uB-XVp-XmVfdzPMsBiAttMdrcw0SqpK-PuwdVPfr8lVNqpWZn7XM1Dy0rC5Xog79JRVIg38radLlf-IzGnRT4I/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></div></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-90356939314040784572007-12-25T23:48:00.000+08:002007-12-25T23:54:40.464+08:00Hmm....good enough for a competition?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHTEJK-DwAmzDib-eKOSyTUTCJ1_zYWMT_7odnTeYCtVRwSRqr2nHvO5MKNIHaFiiEbPcUD99B7dHhiEauyltUNNKPPYjR6I__ZvPTiqBEZ1yCPw36LojLjqJos7c90TqwjBMiCz4UQPA/s1600-h/penang+114.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5147938551680960642" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHTEJK-DwAmzDib-eKOSyTUTCJ1_zYWMT_7odnTeYCtVRwSRqr2nHvO5MKNIHaFiiEbPcUD99B7dHhiEauyltUNNKPPYjR6I__ZvPTiqBEZ1yCPw36LojLjqJos7c90TqwjBMiCz4UQPA/s400/penang+114.jpg" border="0" /></a> <em><span style="font-size:78%;color:#663333;">Photo - strictly copyright of Joshdesigns.blogspot.com</span></em><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5147938929638082706" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4g1H4Yhvd61pfEMe-3hQvoVyLmnvQ2IN-xCvKRNBW3mgDmhEukekMAKx9cOfketUi72ZOcDNl0YcwwuF66-D7wYfck1JliB0ShQfYoDiN17kCP81oPoVqst48es7Iv99BjoqKBTU2QqE/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-38478575456876410062007-12-17T22:27:00.001+08:002007-12-17T22:39:34.578+08:00Random photos....<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5144949159953664066" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1Kkw6FDtj4n0v5bzVyqf3i2lTigGrZOtRpeqOXxanV4552X4bQajifQbTHcitC7TYT9t52A-UEz9EbFvX9QZ8JiY5lNcRuF4Ar0cGSQ00d76kIKqebYJkTJ1i6xbSwwKeLeYkoeqY3MU/s400/Picture+002.jpg" border="0" />the root of the plant below <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5144949623810132050" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLCrFqIbep2JeH5tOyUBdf6KcL0iyTxEdGV1XJHcp-ZTDm5TF_3AvzBnne6yNYDXjPxK8eEHY_3fv-z-DUl9XC3m-C7jZ5C09C-Jo-hGoLppvILs5fnq6lcKLiM13lSH-rbhe2bAtiRGM/s400/Picture+003.jpg" border="0" />Love the exposure here...<br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5144950315299866722" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkeQXuHLRr2eNtRNcOB0vCmZqxtxdTvF-n0Q_cbKFE2mITAqVI2IgLFlmhyphenhyphenbooy0vfe8dsH2SBiNV85FM0N3WyjUEZUPNlCiEY1QTKFD522ThmAKzM1crs4fOU14zD5Ykac83rROy0U_U/s400/Picture+008.jpg" border="0" />Angel fish that is swimming in heaven now...</div><br /><p><em><span style="color:#663300;"><span style="font-size:78%;">Images in this post are copyrights of Joshdesigns.blogspot.com</span><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5144951002494634098" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBj8UNUw3vZ58QpLrXPQHrzlb5RwSVIHyKL0qjvS5T1itrQRfz_iRyHBv0wYLZHnHgXyq-m_Rw9-IeJb9bB8_JW863vtoJ4SCv1D0453gTIqYfrNDyQ0z3R1YWDFyvX_J_UpcQuiv2ta8/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></span></em></p>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-58025743737212854752007-12-09T23:11:00.001+08:002007-12-10T00:04:11.967+08:00What keeps us going.....?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzePEIxke1rwyEAnUrNlw52UM8M3MRyU3Yj4LpjiD0qON82tp8BRGWlQ65unzLt0vmcewmtolkHBh4gzH-g99SHYwdp8309ov7YZY818jjFZnWH2d1VC4tS3SvefqNJM8td3-HpNwvjhw/s1600-h/love.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5141991367757315474" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzePEIxke1rwyEAnUrNlw52UM8M3MRyU3Yj4LpjiD0qON82tp8BRGWlQ65unzLt0vmcewmtolkHBh4gzH-g99SHYwdp8309ov7YZY818jjFZnWH2d1VC4tS3SvefqNJM8td3-HpNwvjhw/s400/love.jpg" border="0" /></a> Its that time again when you actually lay back and take a look at your life. What have you been doing lately, or what are your goals...after that what else is next? At times, you feel like the once merry life you had has turned into a valley of loneliness. When the clock is filled with nothing but ticks that mean nothing...and everything else in the world is turning its back on you. And what can you do?...yeah, nothing...<br /><br />And then for those who move on in life, have you ask yourself, what keeps you going? After gathering my thoughts, i think its <strong>hope </strong>and <strong>love.</strong> Although today fails constantly, its just hope that keeps us moving. We live on the believe that tomorrow will be a better day. We hope things will get better tomorrow. And together with that, love will patch our torn and tattered hearts. These two elements ensure that we keep going...<br /><br />When it comes to the aspect of love, I can't illustrate much because I am certainly no expert in it...but I can assure you that it is love that adorns the walls of life with glimmers of lights. Love not only in the sense of couples' love but more on family love. If you know that you are loved by your family and close ones, you would certainly strive on and would never do something silly that has the ability to jeopardize this mutual need.<br /><br />I am glad that I grew up <strong>not on a golden platter</strong>. Because, together with this I gain and experience a lot that others do not. If you had all the money in the world and you live life without any hardship, you are just missing out on so many lessons and good stuff in life. I love myself very much because i truly think that i am better off in so many aspects that others are lacking in. And if you think that life is a waste, then think again, all the money your parents invested into you, and all the love that nurtured you....is it worth it doing something silly?<br /><br />So make good use of your life....its hard to remember that we are alive for the last time ! Yeah, no more chances...it is not like The Sims where you can virtually create life again and again, but this is pure reality, its just once...and people might think you are stupid although you are rich in knowledge, but never boast because one day or another it will know when to show...you need not bother what others think about you, but what matters is what you think of yourself. This is because what you think of yourself is what you make of yourself and that eventually is what you become.<br /><br />These days, I have changed a lot...those playful days have turned into more meaningful and sentimental days. Expressing my thoughts through my writings on this blog and through the piano. I may not be the same anymore because i know i am entering the prelude of a devastating storm. And Im surprised how much time has passed, i still remember the days when I was in primary school, when I couldnt care less about the future. And then it was all the exams...and SPM....and now I'm working (and i know it wouldnt be as simple as it sounds) trying to juggle all the problems on one hand and some other stunts on your other hand, i really miss the schooling days, the friends, the silly things we do....time flies...but make sure in between that flight, you learn lots of stuff and pass down the knowledge to your loved ones.<br /><br /><br />"we live our lives today, not for today, but for tomorrow. And we live our lives tomorrow, not for tomorrow but for two things, hope and love." I really hope this post can really turn your flicker into a bonfire. Although it sounds a bit touchy but this is all the thoughts in my head and i just poured it out with full of sincerity and conscience. Have a good day and its ok to be sad for today but dont let the sun go down on your sadness...<br /><br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5142002234024574370" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4MqWURaJbGKwcxEhRUShxTUTl0GmdkITiCo0qox3YX5Ae5hjKXpNmCxCOuHRs6TKeivm447KvMfWnYOpBUH8w29L8HtEXCkwq8PGGE4bSCts28XNHfanJKhPyNbqDKM_TxZ-T4v9r938/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-68759487943392623482007-12-01T14:40:00.000+08:002007-12-02T15:15:08.386+08:00Freedom? not exactly...<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpv14Yl0plP5uizzUz2BM3lgsF1t4Pr9kFVbqrqkDKX9b8nDblTZ7RuHRo4kNnVrV95C00smr7IfRSl7-xNhFSYi-qe1ixzFagYbXENhZQahhojjJsvK7h6aj4x54CArucVWhOO0dxATU/s1600-r/1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5139262105019268450" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjklp_kF2XDHAruV1LV2pAekEIZL_OvVi-Ofi7e7H0GmSEJjIuYn4UpnTCL6LigslIcyD4_9l5b812vEC36WG871NWwk2MFUtlrXk1sW3Hgu7hPy8eM8wv9fIQS0w_pJhJ-ZjU3CJsED6c/s400/1.jpg" border="0" /></a> Yeah, the exams are over. Days of monotonous schooling is now of the past...The day I have waited for is here...and the 1st thing that came to my thought was...Freedom!</div><br /><div>Not really...after the exams, life seems so chilled out. No more waking up at 5am to prepare for school, no more extensive studying and most of all, I have all the time I have in the world. I never knew it would be so dull after exams...where friends have their plans to further their studies, some are working and some are preparing for the country's national service.</div><br /><div>However, I have been hanging out these days till it is getting kinda dull. And so, I wanted something different, perhaps a change...And just for "kicks" i decided to colour my hair...<br /><br /></div><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5139265656957222258" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh1JFToHrlxl382O74EASiOT02KG4GWDClNFOCkrzRmCwmG_tmTBpI6qAriz6N0c73yW3JPSLG2FMOzkZtzh9rYncQAC6YBKP1_ciEBfi_ayS4G9s5DBjBePkNQtJRtktw0uNekZFUXvs/s400/517600_41933821.jpg" border="0" /></div><br /><p>And only to my sillyness, i found out that you can't dye your own hair especially if you have black hair....Instead you have to leave it to the pros to treat it, that is to remove the black pigments and then only you could dye your hair. </p><p>And then, moving on to the next part of the "freedom", it has become so boring till now i decided to work temporary till i start with college. At least I could make time fly while making some cash :)</p><p>At the mean time, I'm reading biographies of artists and famous people to give myself a morel boost...And while blogging may sometimes be discouraging (because at times, you think no one reads your blog)....but after checking my site statistics, i discovered that i have an average of 54 daily unique visitors...and it exceeded my target of 20....so that is all for today...Have a good day !<br /></p><p><em><span style="font-size:78%;color:#663300;">stock images from sxc.hu</span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:78%;color:#663300;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5139270531745103234" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4CKX2htAFYbz3uZtcwbF-Q4WWYCZjn6eDfRFU1cQW9VBlYXPbNelMvNEF-L-K9fZKw1J4TqmJnnqSluobSaQRs6sLCieLQrtnGoXsMcvLbkQMH70hjX6eZ3cRtp1IRYZ9NywihhSSG_0/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></span></em></p>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-57195334514897476302007-11-04T01:33:00.000+08:002007-11-04T01:44:22.656+08:00Sorry for the sudden lag in updating...<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUF4HIlRAHFYfgWVn4PN5fwJK4eHt_tnR6IfwBUrzhhcpHJfh5UIWqOnGSEgM9ksaBOH_mTANrTFEe2Cv1AzE6KuvC1cwjWm9_5VpqwbQGjhq3HIwGsWnuhDTsZuAtJM55bnwpktpCKGM/s1600-h/838819_90203345.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128668954246629314" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUF4HIlRAHFYfgWVn4PN5fwJK4eHt_tnR6IfwBUrzhhcpHJfh5UIWqOnGSEgM9ksaBOH_mTANrTFEe2Cv1AzE6KuvC1cwjWm9_5VpqwbQGjhq3HIwGsWnuhDTsZuAtJM55bnwpktpCKGM/s400/838819_90203345.jpg" border="0" /></a> Firstly, sorry to those who frequent Joshdesigns. The pause in blogging is mainly due to my final year examination, that would be the determinant of my future, I have pause awhile in updating this blog. This <strong>does not mean</strong> that i wont be updating anymore but less frequently for this month.<br /><br />By December, exams would be over and I will be focusing a lot more on this blog...so just keep dropping by once in awhile to check for latest updates.<br /><br />Good day :)</div><div> </div><br /><div></div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5128670904161781714" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrkOKgmDKVVHnAWkhsGhAyVYKUBd4WHaGTEpb79P-0YLb3F1WTcBUAOa2WOltnbjfulgs7UNe21RNtsxuD9TEZQ4wO3PCbdPS7-egKVkNJvKS1uiMjNV0SlXFOaovuqcpPy35Yi0qLD5Y/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-32409956457480864812007-09-28T21:39:00.000+08:002007-09-28T22:05:46.216+08:00Classic....<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtCGn10wL9WIfr3rXEtAbfeg1-4zQuRN4hBk6aGGW8sSjDy1khsJU80pLZS0Jpbmx3vvUMlqy7Fdjbau2pX3Rb_eIHNeqIvMTnRwl5JFK9KXiqHSt020TlV-H1PnIQAewDw8ZolrnOtOk/s1600-h/playcards3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115249549633389874" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtCGn10wL9WIfr3rXEtAbfeg1-4zQuRN4hBk6aGGW8sSjDy1khsJU80pLZS0Jpbmx3vvUMlqy7Fdjbau2pX3Rb_eIHNeqIvMTnRwl5JFK9KXiqHSt020TlV-H1PnIQAewDw8ZolrnOtOk/s400/playcards3.jpg" border="0" /></a> Not just a court jester, but a great discovery made by me. I found this stack of playing cards in my grandfather's drawer which instantly caught my attention. Ill tell you why...<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115250271187895618" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgW7KsdbfdHUSP-tSfAKaNYJY2EOwmzX5CpaKgWF_O1azL8Hq7Ht4SkNCXrAcZS2rbFwWAvHW_hDKI-4PqTZbIRvy-oo2GjFvnHP7NTWszn2rwmHa733cT27X8UXAnrJMUZtKYczW6HiQ/s400/playcards7.jpg" border="0" />We'll start with the Aces...First, take note that this stack of cards is easily 50 + years old and it hasnt been unwrapped. However, i had the courtesy of tearing the plastic wrapper apart and explored each card.<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115251628397561170" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh85yCLfsj2OgIGv0L9FMkjB129nIZfjpELmLrOMTJbXRbKfGbr0687TrbxXYansURJK-oc4kmppTkDyyLulEbSgaKLsbeo1fpa_LxYBcEFlU9WNnzn-0zO1UmH0eiP4GwpLITsClFC1wI/s400/playcards.jpg" border="0" /><br />Here, take a look at the sides of the cards. Yes, it is in a reflective tone of metallic gold.<br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115252057894290786" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5aJWmD-NLaSrAHHRSMYoHDGadiqV5qpo3wtHQl7GDi5s1t3H7l9bDgKYFAp-naEw7AjKkpEGyJlP0Qzs0IlVJBMoGDziGDm5dSN65ZJY5P4aQaTQQci18xB5FvkqdESTHXz8FwJCEimU/s400/playcards2.jpg" border="0" /> On the back-side of the cards, even the little tulip flowers are metallic gold in colour.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115252611945071986" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv76KKNqPF4V67DyvU4I2W88VOwQYMMjvZjR1LgiviI2H3E27bNIP5JJsJ-VEO1eLW-hSxXj9dEbSpFgi8pCZg1tnh2kdRrFzLtOPfnU4aLvOouOpcqWKsiJ2lBS9yIPUyJ1qOq7_vXRM/s400/playcards4.jpg" border="0" /> Heavy-thick and very decent cards...<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115252955542455682" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM3ocWFu93VVgF5qS7Fswn5mKP2X-mTX64Sf50G8bueGJrDAg9JKPmZ-NK6GXB79xPFiKd8ABEdpQIpzN7A_o2sDLRUkQdB_bjvRNDD9pOgRQkCe4idJX7C0EUF7_kbSX8DCj5h5GYDi4/s400/playcards6.jpg" border="0" /> The "jacks" in its classic design....<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115253324909643154" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvXciPL5mf6-bjjn88gx9L_qjPGo32V0nQW7go_UY-CZTTffq_v09NcdYJyzSrfxLZ7lxXiGUg3-1FN_fpfeaWIRYi9y6UeZIR2F1-e6VgqYZyF3Xy-Vz_MFPJ4OwDobBDLw75D3E0XPU/s400/playcards8.jpg" border="0" /> The "queens"...<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115253569722779042" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZpTePqweZq_bBON_UJjyad4yEmy35wU0Kja5evgLYTLv-eH5dX5Rp3D31vLIDBELVOLXZoDbYC8ZGw9BvdkFNUXeHu5kxrmI-nvYOngEjwBzQZpB7F_85Mk9mcLy-gLgaUUHzP8-H4fY/s400/playcards9.jpg" border="0" />The "kings"....<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115253844600686002" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3a1jTAWzOAGW07ZrgU9EJt2U_vMWmsZpQwuMTVWbTNYzKFMVHKUyH8dAYVUgQLcNibR1wJwJsFa4uPN_9c1ClkfXv7iDFzlkHOuOB5vXdiAAc_OhtTBc5cuh3RU_OPI327a0sCpCM2uU/s400/playcards5.jpg" border="0" /><br />Heres the conclusion : This picture says it all....Hallmark !! A 50+ year old hallmark playing cards, still something pretty fascinating. Thats all for today... <p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5115255725796361666" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihJqQNUCWCCunk31jrzJgu6TcCVs4dfK31lFJY5gCQj_62uFqgrVddVudqdldtBxvCGyPHBe9PwlPNde-Nb2QQw-k3RVym15oNCkg4Z34oeXZoisE3RdUKr8e65LvGGBqYW0N9q9dWeY8/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></p>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-90977542231071543232007-09-22T18:42:00.000+08:002007-09-22T21:10:07.593+08:00"Fatty Nano" (iPod Nano 3rd Gen)- review<div><div><br /></div><div align="center"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5112977932464721746" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioOt2EmTi43Y5ZRWEl7MXFt8B5yqMVUjnRbFQ1lpgsFTsKkPwLEIdrUzRQorc5f3Y1h8wq-fmtBzrZhAM1PFmEqSruwPUoK1ygQXSJ6L7Dbrzv0wf7Yyveut6FbHhRgYDTzI74dPHcKvk/s400/ipod6.jpg" border="0" /></div><div>After a while of not blogging, I'm back with a new soulmate !....</div><div><br /> </div><div>The fatty Nano !! The new Nano gained some weight and most of all, it plays video at a pretty high resolution. However, many would not bare to watch a complete movie on the Nano because of its 2 inch screen. The iPod is packaged in its normal "clear", cute plastic box- the packaging is that good till its almost seamless...this is how the box looks like</div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5112979100695826274" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB9CkxXsrDvLtmbBHaIdb2QnfZ8MZ8mpKjF9UT1idSECdMQECa4KJHfk4WpVYtogwrEWxczqN_DGogSN-j6IhNiRinDBd0moU6C9ro557MkLEq1d9rKDiLKv6HKje4bQOw7mXQnfIKXAc/s400/ipod7.jpg" border="0" /> Impressive isnt it...but nothing beats testing it in your hands.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5112979482947915634" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8PQYdgNNRXXFnwNBDkxtHv8fntEQWbPotdIvqNZXi2yWfYCWFrIPZKVCH2UyJWZwFg9bmSonAbK9wvjwgYD9z2LOe7sO7GXDnSDtES3ioV9NAmk_OR9C5FBLAzdE2H6VDcZl9ceDu_dY/s400/ipod8.jpg" border="0" /> Its so so wrong to call it the "fatty Nano" because its also exquisitely slim....heres the proof<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5112980079948369794" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4ZdWBo7s6BvQuR6TrphIxfcEGw5V1N4GTijIQAuoIgC7SCrZJdPwQYS0g5_2YqIzbeOyf7RbkShGX4p4dMdq6EK9yM0HasbF6k_ndIN2Y0KiibWBDq2ZUm9SjIAP8uCNggmM4TbX9I_M/s400/ipod4.jpg" border="0" /> A picture says a thousand words ....However again, interface wise, its perfect ! now with the integrated "cover flow" feature, adapted from the iPhone...it now scrolls through your albums seamlessly.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5112980591049478034" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguP_uskdDci4ls7D1nqgHpYadESWNe2qji1Rf8I2_iv0LF8hfgEo_WoidwuY-BLpQyv82IdPVZ2MZOU2dLLUZqqxU2bkyuQV8G_ll0S2FspmiL1Ue5FSbF_AqDvA5y57U39DoMWGRQs9E/s400/ipod1.jpg" border="0" /> In terms of sound quality, the Nano portrays a fantastic range of audio...and with its auto equalizer, the sound shivers no more...<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113004419528036258" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHX-lw0AljFrE5XG0iomPXnnhrCKlILMd-bvrqxXI-QAjlKwWNd1Tmlp_0f3CLhZ8ugDwjO5WyyJH7aCqCIywH82h9a8dehyphenhyphenIBcdSwR6GLz-Jr297rLpx0jHa1qEQuRpkyyYydDNMU0K4/s400/ipod3.jpg" border="0" />Then again, the mirrored-back of the iPod is very very prone to scratches and fingerprints. Although its looks good, but its bound to get most of your fingerprints on it....because its soo small that you can't hold it in any other way.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113005123902672818" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-k9IZxNLKe0M33tKGOvCohYn_J2eUhG9ts8BdJBF-kvBVtB8FkSmdr-Tvi0-SGsIW2WS43JVkQwuCgD_wxWnTyZCrCM7Uh2O9MMoxGmmQC7tt9zX4ewYGsfAYZsxlJOjGY5aWq9o9mb0/s400/ipod2.jpg" border="0" /> Another bad point is that the sync-port the earphones socket and the hold switch are so close together, you can hardly pull it out when both the sync-wire and the earphones are attached. In my opinion, the "hold" switch should be a button or a combination of keys instead of a sliding toggle switch for easy access. Heres another comparison of size with a 50 cent coin.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113006180464627650" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjExtJByZZxTDAaW6ABle6oSfLXwS7AkwYl-FrlcqFp6opetrhgbrC2xY1Ktvs6wYwM1dPBcrpMApaDud-naDVz341eeilZWpMPkrUhnk2fs4ESus4Ariz1RcVhyphenhyphen7uiATMRmewi5GY1E7M/s400/ipod5.jpg" border="0" /> All in all, lets summarize the pros and cons.<br /><br /><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113007614983704562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsEMLGQek5pMdzWkACToHB-q4u2wZQNEWiayTlzbyOigD6VMnmksGXuHFjrjH0xTj8kdU7874Apn-rcY9pCg9lN5IqzPMy3Qw71E3eg6e8ADQel298IodPLXCWH38e2glUKwxUk2AdLLA/s400/the-pros.jpg" border="0" />- Impressive design and OS interface</p><br /><p>- Good audio and video quality</p><br /><p>- Sleek, small but yet wide.....??</p><br /><p>- High resolution screen ( liquid crystal screen )<br /></p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113008310768406530" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXdZQTXkojSQg1ury4L-X-KXHP-6TW54m1zk1ERQCK2MrqSaxRqZHr6YUq2PeNBFuO0a3J3P44xpeRri-5q2KOTGgG7KCib0ancPyx_QiZ6TBEDw9KPnD5fjdOh2Mc4lPKTf3RpvXmL8/s400/the-cons.jpg" border="0" /><br />- Mirrored-back very prone to fingerprints and scratches<br /><p>- Not recommended watching long videos on the small screen (although its fantastically clear)</p><br /><p>- A little error with the 1st batch ( sometimes the iPod hangs or restarts by itself) but that can be overcomed with the software update from iTunes.</p>Performance and audio rating :<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113010325108068402" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhbPI-cg12Pl0m7Ukq33GomnJoU3ujsPa-vJSFjBEsEFutMujIlBLmNRoVGAHnNXrUBkl2cAJbqfJ-I5bKXvdphNWXnyMOcKgnV-pR8qYek5C7sLykf4rRMwtRkxdUBBK9AT3RIbZ7Fps/s400/4.75.jpg" border="0" /><br />take note: that is not 5 outta 5, its 4.75 outta 5.....<br /><br /><br /><p>And the design and interface rating:<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113010157604343842" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgO07U82t93ZOHPHJ2KAqhuB9O512mcDo1nZcWQaAG86ix5XmDPFzRUmnape1zGU521zllzpYpwqTfEjBgEHfao5tjEMMORZi3nxRsE4bYlGNjo7OLcIZ5tPHxyXqXucbtju4bwnuDTSM/s400/5.jpg" border="0" /></p></div><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5113012704519950402" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj62kKxzzXbJGuBTBiEGiMgNdGijeEUgLV3TQnkcYmXcuEaK3MF0qLrTkib-1eU1JC-lGqY5Z-899g8L-tD37V8KmatW1djNI1FZJLSJha0D3tHotOyVzzNiWnCXxDCd0BvGTREs5Ev3K0/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-43446166434123874062007-09-01T00:39:00.000+08:002007-09-01T01:00:54.072+08:00Bridge of hope<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXtu0h20NTJiEOEQO4pV0_lQEqnHTqmTurP0PbUfsQ8ewbhdACPyn_l4Fxtdwv4-flZ5j3FokyVqXNk4hkBiGo8Iw9shhF8dKXmkwB88oya7JKA5P9pgn-wddg1fPv6DWQwmuudEvA2tY/s1600-h/bridge2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5104906372253701058" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXtu0h20NTJiEOEQO4pV0_lQEqnHTqmTurP0PbUfsQ8ewbhdACPyn_l4Fxtdwv4-flZ5j3FokyVqXNk4hkBiGo8Iw9shhF8dKXmkwB88oya7JKA5P9pgn-wddg1fPv6DWQwmuudEvA2tY/s400/bridge2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>There are always time where I would contemplate on what to major in. At times, I could see people's future but when it comes to myself, I always wonder what will I be 10 years down the road...However, what keeps me going on is "faith and hope" cause that is all I have for now.</div><br /><div>"If we look at what we don't have in life, we don't have anything. But if we look at what we have in life, we have everything"</div><br /><div></div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5104909456040219602" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghHtn1d3eFdIxekkO2VlKq_rNDdgEEAgw7xoESweJ4YNkiq1i33nwUu732MsoWBXfXhbdlAWtUb3H-O5GS2oPNtt3655LU4UKFA-iwFAQil9GmdHULpHuA7cVcpq-GKm3xondjRAndfMo/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-4760553672417315242007-08-05T21:49:00.000+08:002007-08-05T22:21:45.975+08:00New series...<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhniFMfTarR5I7n6zW4J2FcOcu2SDxSuG2UcGhbc6HyenW9JtsKNkeWuG2X93FSHC0MxMfAWfm-WL9SXFKwOJBAmFmKHWLCqvCxsjQbD6GDb6feOpaF7fsKexaKICO87jtlxALLJCjr0Tk/s1600-h/vector1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5095219557429342930" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhniFMfTarR5I7n6zW4J2FcOcu2SDxSuG2UcGhbc6HyenW9JtsKNkeWuG2X93FSHC0MxMfAWfm-WL9SXFKwOJBAmFmKHWLCqvCxsjQbD6GDb6feOpaF7fsKexaKICO87jtlxALLJCjr0Tk/s400/vector1.jpg" border="0" /></a> I've decided to start a new illustration series starting from this stock image (taken from <a href="http://www.sxc.hu/">http://www.sxc.hu/</a>). However, ill only work on it when i find the time. I've always wished we had 72 hours in a day since examinations are creeping nearer and nearer....signing off for now.<br /><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5095221193811882722" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSOSLm3GeKCjIPu41G_jT34rkaQO7arzqPstX6hm_uPWnSygjw9VQ0LsFKNnbvcamIgUhwRCi3IawYgYYis8Yu5BUDTijAv6Ut0DCbkCPVDMizUwZWHeA2voB2ElKnCLxZzCAMT8JgHS8/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></div></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-30058015687417491682007-08-05T19:45:00.000+08:002007-08-05T19:59:29.803+08:00Customized desktop<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6HqLtmpJfSqpdosgEvTNBRGYZaH-ARUiFmIbun8b-BYTHY5vrzs23RhOybXxfGJ1j4RGsI1ejDlVifS-e5AxRnxMyPp5M4MyQ89X8XNmXTp6ChJu5ZuWRzxGTYEfE7i2LoDa5QZfYcV8/s1600-h/desktopSS.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5095182298588050098" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6HqLtmpJfSqpdosgEvTNBRGYZaH-ARUiFmIbun8b-BYTHY5vrzs23RhOybXxfGJ1j4RGsI1ejDlVifS-e5AxRnxMyPp5M4MyQ89X8XNmXTp6ChJu5ZuWRzxGTYEfE7i2LoDa5QZfYcV8/s400/desktopSS.jpg" border="0" /></a> Here, a snapshot of my customized desktop. Obviously its the wallpaper from DesignChapel. Changed the icons and fonts for the entire PC to verdana.<br /><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5095184665115030210" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWah4EgDt0rg1jPqveXbJjBMKBzSi6dqfaXwtvniNaQFgTXvRl2lYruIAfm7gSvVDgx39rKLTdln-hWvuEj20bUxfKUundfc06Z-asv3rUqrRd9StRmxlhskoUqhDNcWmWjNdSPpB7tXs/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></div></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-80269390320406102952007-08-04T00:15:00.001+08:002007-08-05T16:58:24.896+08:00Illustration (dreamgal)<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMwPNCJxjaaPSemCDQLJ2i6XQNVF1iZjz5CN0fYWN3AzHZ1VexVTKeT7lOxm_V2z3Lcz6S-z02_ffuk-qd2UVWkZfHmXYVeJ4iL3f_tmcCObkGXVrMZ22lS-sd8QDONyQI_8WGHhMeKuU/s1600-h/Copy-of-dreamgal.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094508744636822162" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMwPNCJxjaaPSemCDQLJ2i6XQNVF1iZjz5CN0fYWN3AzHZ1VexVTKeT7lOxm_V2z3Lcz6S-z02_ffuk-qd2UVWkZfHmXYVeJ4iL3f_tmcCObkGXVrMZ22lS-sd8QDONyQI_8WGHhMeKuU/s400/Copy-of-dreamgal.jpg" border="0" /></a> One of my first illustrations i did sometime back...<br /><br /><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094509328752374434" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM4bS1xaj5j_5zeE_v434zB8pBUFVM3SS4gdnVWtzrfZJsJLew5n_JLGzgm63Kni35P3NJ83Ahw4P2eIaCnTlZabQqHL2C41j-cU9CJEQDXPDasEgXu5fBW_11x_Jd1G6qy-DlLOHwmPY/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-3964697556925115632007-08-03T00:45:00.001+08:002007-08-03T23:47:20.149+08:00Another random pic<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDXU_za9VW1A2h8iv97eJCRead_dWUPF8nRmGLmWCHmHGrgg17rZXw_Cgwyg-uXXONVdwBU53RlhMuWvpwVAvXw-dI9mA9gT1HV8-dKjnI1FiWSSXPnp7VF1uCUB7VeJwBkThceKnJjvM/s1600-h/ice+cube.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094501258508825218" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDXU_za9VW1A2h8iv97eJCRead_dWUPF8nRmGLmWCHmHGrgg17rZXw_Cgwyg-uXXONVdwBU53RlhMuWvpwVAvXw-dI9mA9gT1HV8-dKjnI1FiWSSXPnp7VF1uCUB7VeJwBkThceKnJjvM/s400/ice+cube.bmp" border="0" /></a> Just another random pic before i upload the final cover of "The Andersonian 2007". Its an ice cube by the way...cool huh<br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5094146777678017122" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_3IcnP_SaKEGKBznVTU8CAnTXcwuE4FJW5rQr-aE27QC5fHYmzf8pqU-pg_c9jz5KGK9OlfV5d0EJwcCEtp4ovW6ekP1QuATXD0HAQWa0XiDDgcmf2L58roEqgqn_vRralGwhtFdd6W8/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div> </div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-92109524330002664962007-07-15T15:50:00.001+08:002007-07-15T17:10:41.457+08:00The Andersonian 2007<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNWQbIPuq4P4wHcvqbBIdcXf8-U0-eq5kOkukhoTtzfyt7EHIdNJUdf1O5hy__N62ZrUgoXlXKFQQpvpmUYGj_1O8glqV4AUta25xMTy2psYVnlX69NHtP4Vd-C6AEYioQyKpB5Mx7Trw/s1600-h/cover.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5087348516531979858" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNWQbIPuq4P4wHcvqbBIdcXf8-U0-eq5kOkukhoTtzfyt7EHIdNJUdf1O5hy__N62ZrUgoXlXKFQQpvpmUYGj_1O8glqV4AUta25xMTy2psYVnlX69NHtP4Vd-C6AEYioQyKpB5Mx7Trw/s400/cover.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="left"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVFi5p6tBsc2lkkcU84Q14CSI0blZpgAbBw2aLWnVMH9Z8v6A7HSgVF2bbjxptbj9s7tMeJsWpqqljFXFP_WAo8HFjiiH8CUAkqgCnQR_1jEejKnIg1jH-v11KXAJ2jIjbgvnFcQT-GJQ/s1600-h/cover.jpg"></a>After a few days of continuos work, I finally finished the cover design of Anderson high school's annual magazine. This may or may not be the final design. Throughout the years, we stuck with the normal looking, cluttered magazine where they used photos of the school as the front cover. However, last year's magazine cover was pretty well done.<br /><br />This time, I introduced something different...the minimalist, straight forward and impactful concept. Hopefully people will go "WOW! something different". It is a modern approach to a pretty old school :) Supposely, this design will make the readers flip through the magazine.</div><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5087332719642265154" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEoc9_fLKekYySHz0c8VAU6nW_uzdhQDlfTo_yWWqQ9x_E9YeuM11b4fd02rcRndxVwFUMrK6ikKIX7t6ZfrZ3ykt9bVyFXWlXz2DnOAo9ZSJSUh8A-kebN06xDb_fj48awezQyQKUqL8/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-69713345386498999772007-07-09T17:08:00.000+08:002007-07-10T14:44:48.695+08:00Robert Lindström aka (DesignChapel)* <em><span style="font-size:85%;color:#663300;">all images in this post belongs purely to Robert Lindström, Design Chapel</span></em><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5085132026933649362" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge-b45MWIgX4CoOU6GaVwBnZTy-dtpbAcZiRUmtuwS0hoSwf4TcSSQlfMSUHxwd-yfDzcgdkwavIYqLy-3QMLTX9wBx2CqMuEzDnDQlqYjlvKd8RgkbTU-53dsE4dwfUMmx2D6Aj6C99A/s400/dc2.jpg" border="0" /><br /><p>Robert Lindström, a well known artist/illustrator has influenced many people around the globe including myself. By observing his works, we can actually feel the depth of his illustrations and most of his works leave behind a very mysterious impact leaving you to think about the story behind it. Most of my inspiration came from this hyper-talented artist. And one of my favourite below, </p><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5085127165030670274" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_pOLsBKdmNxJLS9TLwxzBaYg9XJvfdrwzcdGHSBWxgDpHtzj60Kv3U4AczpZhZ6x36u1sMX7QJ7a5cgo1r6Ebw70cCviSIGq0RGWf0ZMtFAQjkG26qbJB3sl3vomP7XC3mgfioJAg00Q/s400/dc.jpg" border="0" /></p><p>He introduced a totally new genre in this field and had influenced many at that time. As observed, his illustrations are mostly serious but yet leaves behind a good vibe. Robert Lindström also keeps a blog at <a href="http://www.dchpl.blogspot.com/">http://www.dchpl.blogspot.com/</a>. There is more about this brilliant artist at his blog...</p><blockquote><p>Details</p><p><span style="color:#663300;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Name: Robert Lindström</em> Site: <a href="http://www.designchapel.com/">http://www.designchapel.com</a></span></span></p><p><span style="color:#663300;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> </span></span><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5085133800755142626" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOSd0yRkRKh18PDDGG8mWXDAz26M1H7utdcQJCYtpkRVzc4LNK0hBeFe14VQiSWcBqWAnXZiCigRgqfj2AFfiBR9R93QvjKEfMq-k3MjeWaNj1A_129C798qHS_u1VhNhpGZx6-PFkvuc/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></p></blockquote>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-33774362226106326372007-07-01T00:50:00.000+08:002007-07-08T23:19:13.744+08:00Random pic...<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-uIZvU6sW8YXTot9m4MwKxW1dXdoOMoaBtdxK1KfFgsZ8AnL1Ap1oJXqHidd6JOVVbXYx2N5AMpgcDgB2z4SMbcgdGEO4VcgU4Rd30lr7lV1Soz2fw-SgBBOVnQHLsfjd139LK1Fy-0M/s1600-h/random.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5084845870442586034" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-uIZvU6sW8YXTot9m4MwKxW1dXdoOMoaBtdxK1KfFgsZ8AnL1Ap1oJXqHidd6JOVVbXYx2N5AMpgcDgB2z4SMbcgdGEO4VcgU4Rd30lr7lV1Soz2fw-SgBBOVnQHLsfjd139LK1Fy-0M/s320/random.jpg" border="0" /></a><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5084836266895712098" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOh-l_Krxv5IudBVaVNB1n3GJpt1PkEl4nh_DkU5vPzdavAOX3MzYZqzzWrLbEZ1lyyC-Llj9agGw55TWNikQDopbvdHY7clIWaM5_D6mSGj4z1qz-5LHZ2xLtZakcl8MloculuVe0v7g/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-27181842746225240952007-06-10T23:19:00.000+08:002007-07-08T22:44:09.175+08:00Calmness lies in the shades of green<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN-4gusgIqK0ILn7GhaswWAaHdBMMzpLazyp-qVYLEFnaH93y3MW_q5KYjKfCaCexs6u9xTO-_3Q1VYc2HDnRM4_LaP7N3XqNpu9qjdsVn7uSRXiSk0oJK_unvAuf2tE3I78iaSZDNISA/s1600-h/grass.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5074460847042182946" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN-4gusgIqK0ILn7GhaswWAaHdBMMzpLazyp-qVYLEFnaH93y3MW_q5KYjKfCaCexs6u9xTO-_3Q1VYc2HDnRM4_LaP7N3XqNpu9qjdsVn7uSRXiSk0oJK_unvAuf2tE3I78iaSZDNISA/s320/grass.jpg" border="0" /></a><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5084836752227016562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixpXaIHIuXMm9nMFfW6kHJaV-TFThebH-ka-BcAd2N-K6RI-faIKXLK2FO1WOCmu9n_8A7sC4OByCH17FiXUk-9MEEsiMLYBhB8krh635hPGf_fOgidwfmPROrokBC3dceYMjyX-JpEVI/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-34769120256528788452007-06-08T23:30:00.000+08:002007-07-08T22:45:45.842+08:00Looks can be deceiving...<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrDOYMiBKyrbcTgNc52DB6f_v0GR9eu2SYShm4ZJSpXSm7ZFePa5nVFdk6su7h2k86dBBzTO6zQ1g_oauv-kVPmxnpWfeFMZsq14l3LqCrMiZ15y_qUeX4kleXpGIvuLf9eHeQOD7mPn8/s1600-h/smoke.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5073732094171266786" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrDOYMiBKyrbcTgNc52DB6f_v0GR9eu2SYShm4ZJSpXSm7ZFePa5nVFdk6su7h2k86dBBzTO6zQ1g_oauv-kVPmxnpWfeFMZsq14l3LqCrMiZ15y_qUeX4kleXpGIvuLf9eHeQOD7mPn8/s400/smoke.jpg" border="0" /></a> Smoke, - black, filthy and hazardous. Read on and you'll see what i mean at the end </div><div><br />Looks can be deceiving. This topic goes hand in hand with the infamous saying, "never judge a book by its cover". There are times where we need to know the inside instead of judging by its outer appearance.</div><div><br />There are people who can potray a vast variety of personalities and characters. But if you know them personally, you can see the core which sometimes appear totally different from what you think they are. Don't be fooled by them as sooner or later you will realise their true colours. </div><div><br />Never thought smoke could actually look good? Well, if you don't know what the picture on the left is...let me tell you, its smoke. Surprise? </div><div> </div><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5084837138774073218" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiekcdUc8NBZd7cjX-0ZcZjleq84OI8pcusy873N5wDATyen007cBXDcmF07mm6gMbP9U6jGsJwutUnDPS0x8bEeVZjOV-7Cu2WxhBrOxGTP__M3XPr9OwwpS-adQHuvcNa92qQRFumiLE/s400/line.jpg" border="0" /></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-18187791926077177462007-06-07T14:51:00.000+08:002007-07-08T22:49:57.123+08:002012 Olympics logo - design disaster? The reason behind it...<div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5073228118413786786" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTrPfJVfGiw4MgjTCeJwiRkas575vLrKXyo2u-o3Yi22c77Z2vqu7XRVPcPWcv59EwKUIXaQOFTm_SbeCV4MBALbkn9XRgMooddWlZyL1kW95zQalwngM2x5ybP4r6piLK8fzhKlT8LBA/s200/olympicslogo.jpg" border="0" />From my humble point of view, the newly launched 2012 Olympics logo [as shown] is a design disaster without a shadow of doubt. Prior to receiving critics and detrimental comments, it is also defended by a panel of rhetoricians. As impactful as its design, the hideous logo received comments from forums [photoshopCAFE] such as "This is the most premitive design work I've seen since barney rubble decided to draw a dinasour for his kids."<br />Costing a preposterous amount of £400,000, Lord Coe stated this, "It’s not a logo, it’s a brand that will take us forward for the next five years," Why would such an established design team jeopardize its brand name by creating this "logo"?<br /><br />It is not a blatant error. If you notice the secluded intention behind this "masterplan", it is more of a marketing strategy or a popularity act. Now I could understand why Lord Coe quoted "it's a brand that will take us forward for the next five years." Indeed it will. In the past, how many could actually remember the logo for the Olympics? If i showed you one, could u state the year and its location? But with this new strategy, it will be remembered not only for the coming five years, but also for decades to come as it topped up as the most hideous logo in history. And with all the turbulence that came in relative with it, I guess the strategy is working after all.<br /><br />Everyone thought it is a horribly designed logo designed by a team who does'nt know heck about designing, but if you check out the comittee who designed it <a href="http://www.wolffolins.com/">http://www.wolffolins.com/</a> <a href="http://www.wolffolins.com/"></a>...They produce masterpieces for companies like unilever and such, why would they do this? To me, its nothing more than a master plot. If you did'nt realise it yet, now you just did. By me even writing about it is contributing to the success of their plan. </div><div> </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5084838298415243154" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij78AFHkPDmzvf71wpExRTlE4LMK_83oME8WBl3MOkNT0NAWiZ5EJFLsCUXgxXLIJD0p5w8BN_r6EG7HWihw3LcZIGMRTTR5toOc-8Qd5B-Cn8ws3VnMQ2QYMr3JqBQrjUs73_S7uGgtg/s400/line.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com48tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-74487541392197707812007-06-06T22:21:00.000+08:002007-07-14T00:12:12.845+08:00Phoenix<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMFRxYbX1ou1pt1Psk4ZORloIUv9JoPI-gUwBApUrrRxnguaW0E7bLiddw13prsNwPVadX7_SZKCwNHHnpR0newMuNO62N-bdkI0DwnMOrXqb2ac0X_iWNsv6KaJHycJPPSJyfU1tUFyw/s1600-h/phoenix.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5072956912703880834" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMFRxYbX1ou1pt1Psk4ZORloIUv9JoPI-gUwBApUrrRxnguaW0E7bLiddw13prsNwPVadX7_SZKCwNHHnpR0newMuNO62N-bdkI0DwnMOrXqb2ac0X_iWNsv6KaJHycJPPSJyfU1tUFyw/s320/phoenix.jpg" border="0" /></a> This was also done during the competition, if you can't figure out what this is image is, its actually the head of a phoenix, done in photoshop with the liquify tool.<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5072958583446158994" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjguN57wBUJijf4kF6k_p7tNNiWcmySVdboiDr6vEsyLTQFuoA5sl5dzRUdAA01FO4T248gyy2o-XyYmeg8j3O6aC8xgApUkspvC8DtlC2Dq56s48WFyQYQiFh_2FNHkZHflU3_HSbVCEQ/s400/divider.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><script type="text/javascript"><!-- google_ad_client = "pub-3494408320263941"; google_ad_width = 468; google_ad_height = 60; google_ad_format = "468x60_as"; google_ad_type = "image"; google_ad_channel = ""; google_color_border = "6131BD"; google_color_bg = "FFFFFF"; google_color_link = "6131BD"; google_color_text = "000000"; google_color_url = "E1771E"; //--><br /></script><br /><script src="http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js" type="text/javascript"><br /></script>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-18793438752071850152007-06-06T00:04:00.000+08:002007-07-14T00:12:39.499+08:00Walks of life<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZv_cDNshqIjKhYCy5-UcnrYpjVcbUCoTLNmwH23kaEr73Lko9ZwqiJ6wQbQxGAoIT_pitry2arfhASg8DxwPhZkLBZVzVToRj7InXfWaJfSbd2JEKEMtqNA3Vp4I3cZ6Empa3Sbq03Q/s1600-h/stairs.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5072614303162678882" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZv_cDNshqIjKhYCy5-UcnrYpjVcbUCoTLNmwH23kaEr73Lko9ZwqiJ6wQbQxGAoIT_pitry2arfhASg8DxwPhZkLBZVzVToRj7InXfWaJfSbd2JEKEMtqNA3Vp4I3cZ6Empa3Sbq03Q/s400/stairs.jpg" border="0" /></a> Another piece of my artwork that i did during a photoshop competition at photoshopCAFE entitled "walks of life"<br /><br /><div></div><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5072615368314568306" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirE95gd8VJdFPByNi9ZAvAaBSzI5d0_v5wQKD_EGPS9HOGeNvP0ZhDU0BCEVklMJxh_WZqPQ3ncTq01DzuQwKZWTE79jb9YeEkvE5LoFnqoyH5tyusZ0WEqkPLL6xHf6uRk1p_-k7rmkk/s400/divider2.jpg" border="0" /></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-9182817431563225972007-06-02T00:18:00.000+08:002007-06-02T13:54:13.407+08:00Design comes 1st<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgThja9KNjJa8JoyHg1se8HQ29l9s2Jbx21pqa2hScMfFQpfouSOpPynRcUpIGBQyNezB87e7GD-21Re7AJK5B-Zlv97sYbwx92KWbRD_tejN3dQlvqtOLqW2RoxzJSY-0Oz4xVyTy62wg/s1600-h/graffiti4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5071341122287788754" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgThja9KNjJa8JoyHg1se8HQ29l9s2Jbx21pqa2hScMfFQpfouSOpPynRcUpIGBQyNezB87e7GD-21Re7AJK5B-Zlv97sYbwx92KWbRD_tejN3dQlvqtOLqW2RoxzJSY-0Oz4xVyTy62wg/s200/graffiti4.jpg" border="0" /></a> In this political era, people seem to forget the importance of design. How can I not agree further with the above title. The statement that design comes before logic cannot be proven wrong. To futher illustrate my point with detail, everything that we see and use revolves around one common thing, that is designs. Even a science student is taught to design an experiment before executing it.<br /><br />When Leonardo da Vinci first designed something that looked rather much like a helicopter, everyone thought it was a joke. But if not because of him, we would not have what we have today. Design came first and then scientists applied logic and theory to that certain design.<br /><br /><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Besides that, design plays a pivotal role in enhancing marketing strategies. Would you prefer to go to a dining which have mediocre looking furnitures lighted with white fluorescent lamps or another, with curvy chairs, finely furnished tables, picture perfect art adorning the warm colours of the walls and lighted with the warmest orange lights? Today, we have not really noticed how important is design to our perhaps interesting or mundane lives. In a nutshell, we should appreciate designs and be more innovative to ensure the sparkle of mankind.</div><br /><br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5071138610284814962" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_pG6FdT_v5J6QFhR9rjR9zqe0kD7E-qeYU1pJRxh89zv5Jov1Kdxm-ZKZpTFPvucnpz4xC2Dumku5_sFRfkB19SPape-KbDsxdBsaw8HzIbhvnPOUjeKlkMrHYBGk5XSHHFLGL2w5C-E/s400/divider.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4558639705054003536.post-19154481038977294192007-06-01T19:12:00.000+08:002007-07-14T00:13:06.925+08:00Double sided<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_W9miw0nh1r9MkTo7Zu0wSlVIomZPv7YG7KxJJPSg0PAODYAyet_n5EEmCLbDSFAdOCoVa5mzXUq-emK9vVGgA2r0KD4zgxMLm3FCucaC4Z7M160huUzWe0iKNnDev-i_pROyot4TsFg/s1600-h/klcc.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5071053028766474802" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_W9miw0nh1r9MkTo7Zu0wSlVIomZPv7YG7KxJJPSg0PAODYAyet_n5EEmCLbDSFAdOCoVa5mzXUq-emK9vVGgA2r0KD4zgxMLm3FCucaC4Z7M160huUzWe0iKNnDev-i_pROyot4TsFg/s320/klcc.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div>A while back, I did an illustration on this pic. Starting with a desaturation, then applying the zipper concept. In the inner section, I inverted the image to create a 'double side' to the illustration. Finally, added some fonts and this is what i get at the end of the process.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYtpsi5J-PPBMFBardtdVLETrioZLsbGZ4Fmx8F_ofGRmQ6wByxxAKvfhZB1DexWojM6fK_7gplADFncba4xZcGekAlhZXxsKmZvYQ3wyJFbGAWNA0iiIiFC3rmoHOPguMbbdYSsvKxAg/s1600-h/doublesidedfinal.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5071055438243127874" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYtpsi5J-PPBMFBardtdVLETrioZLsbGZ4Fmx8F_ofGRmQ6wByxxAKvfhZB1DexWojM6fK_7gplADFncba4xZcGekAlhZXxsKmZvYQ3wyJFbGAWNA0iiIiFC3rmoHOPguMbbdYSsvKxAg/s320/doublesidedfinal.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5071056103963058770" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2vjlDhkT90pgjNO0LLKaDAtoxGrJEAAb-0Bip1nO7b9WbdVY3F9byMsve-4jbc_gM4JoZsdzqrDB2cYQdKLsFtFGrD52zpcSMno4z6Dza7VezJ98AP_6TUZSdQd6aBFF583CpuQhgo-0/s400/divider2.jpg" border="0" />Josh Designs and bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11965298895244405481noreply@blogger.com0