DF Blog

Online DF Print shop coming soon!

2010-09-28T23:28:00.006-10:00

I used to sell my prints online. And the reason that I took it down is...well...I just got lazy going to the post office all the time :) Haha. But I plan on making my prints available to purchase online again because of the response I got from the REVO Oahu show last Saturday night.

It's been a looooooong time since i've sold my work at an art show. With that said, I didn't print out a lot of my work because I wasn't sure if they would sell like they used to. But I guess I was wrong. I sold out of prints quickly! YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME! THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT!

It'll be up soon guys! Check back in a few! Thanks again <3 <3 <3

REVO Oahu + SCTNow Honolulu Benefit Show

2010-09-08T14:35:00.002-10:00

Besides my part-time job and my freelance business, I've been working for a non-profit organization called REVO. It originated in Hilo, HI in 2007 by my very good friend Nina Brav, and in just 3 short years, REVO has gone global and branched out to 15 states and 4 other countries. After working for REVO for the past years, I decided to plant roots for REVO here, on Oahu. REVO is something I love dearly and live for with great passion. We host benefit shows to help raise funds and awareness for other non-profits (Read more on my involvement with REVO).

REVO Oahu's 2nd show will be benefiting the Honolulu branch of SCTNow. Come join us on September 25th!! (More info at: startarevo.org/oahu and facebook.com/revooahu.

iKandy @ Made in Hawaii Festival

2010-08-19T21:04:00.005-10:00

iKandy.com. Facebook. Twitter.

Ms. Hill

2010-07-28T16:23:00.006-10:00

Last night I was going through my old backup discs and found songs that I haven't heard in forever. Started listenin' to Lauryn Hill on repeat for hours and found myself inspired to create another piece:

Can't wait to get these babies printed <3

A beautiful lady with a beautiful soul.

xoxo,
Janice

Mmm...print :)

2010-07-27T17:22:00.006-10:00

There's just something extra special about seeing something i've made...outside of this computer screen. To see it printed out to something I can actually hold in my hands...it brings this big retarded smile on my face :D

Here's some photos of a few random things i've made in the past. I think i'm going to make it a habit to take photos of the things i've made. Seeing it in real life is just too exciting <3

BoomBoom Bikini's Summer 2010 Look Book

Photo by Nina Brav

A bunch of flyers i've made for Overlooked - Thanks Dallas!

And I finally got to see one of the apps I made in person! Insane.
(Download app)

More coming soon! I just have to find all the stuff my clients send to me.
Toodles!

xoxo,
Janice

Anuhea Refreshing Jazz iPhone App

2010-06-19T23:48:00.005-10:00

Download the new Anuhea Refreshing Jazz radio station iPhone app:

I'm currently working on designing the station's website, so stay tuned for that!
I also added recently finished projects to the portfolio so don't forget to check that out too :)

xoxo,
Janice

We Are The Sounds

2010-05-08T01:48:00.004-10:00

So happy to be launching singer, Karissa LaRen's new website. Check it out: karissalaren.com

And make sure you check out her first single and video for "We Are The Sounds."
I absolutely love it! Her voice is so soothing.

KIHL 103.7 FM

2010-05-02T00:09:00.007-10:00

Got to design my first iPhone app :)
This one was created for Hilo radio station, KIHL 103.7.

(Download the app here)

from the ground -- UP.

2010-04-25T23:24:00.007-10:00

I support the underground with all my heart -- so many talented artists and musicians out there that don't get enough credit. I know what that's like. I struggled as well with getting my art and name out there. The type of art I do, some people don't necessarily consider it "art." That's why I owe so much to Noa (groundUP) for giving me the opportunity to get my work seen. To think of where I started, and to know where I am now...crazy. People on this island wouldn't know my name if it wasn't for you and groundUP. I am FOREVER grateful.

And thanks to Mr. Green for lending me some tracks for my blog :) Check him out: myspace.com/greenhiphop.

Common "The Light"

2010-04-21T19:27:00.010-10:00

Why helllooo world!

I've been so busy lately, and may I add, really unorganized. So unorganized that all these files are crowding my desktop! yikes! (I hate when that happens! I like keeping my desktop clear of crazy amounts of thumbnails) Anyways...my website here has been having major wardrobe malfunctions. If you've [unfortunately] seen it the past month or two, my layouts have changed at least 4 times. I don't know why...i'm very indecisive right now. But, looks like this new look will have to do. It's not done yet though - which is why all the links don't work :)

Anywho, I feel like i've been losing my touch as an "artist" recently. I'm always designing for others, and rarely for myself nowadays. But last night, I was in the mood to make a new vector piece. I've been rummaging through old backup discs recently and found an old mixed cd full of Common's instrumental tracks. And with that said, I was inspired to make this:

Started working on it around 12:30 am, finished at almost 3. So a total of almost 3 hours (not as long as others i've done). this type of art form takes a long time to do, a lot of clicking, staring at the screen, and sitting (I need a comfy chair!!) <--- ok so clicking, staring, and sitting doesn't sound difficult (lol) but vector art takes a whole lot of patience (just like painting, it takes a while to finish, but to see it all come together at the end, SO WORTH IT!) And plus, good, chill music always makes the process fly by quick:

"It don't take a whole day to recognize sunshine."
-Common (The Light)

xoxo, janice

Update address books

2010-04-03T02:45:00.009-10:00

I have a new email address.
Please send all messages and questions/comments to: janicesgaspar@gmail.com

Responding to your emails are a top priority for me. I've always tried my best to get back to you as quickly as I could. I switched to gmail because it's easier to access on my phone. This way, I can get back to you a lot more quicker!

Please delete my old Yahoo address (janicesgaspar@yahoo.com).
I will no longer be accessing that account.
So please update to my new address before your email goes unread!!!

taking a break

2010-03-20T02:07:00.004-10:00

Hey guys. I know I mentioned this late last year about taking a break from web design. And I think I'm reaching the point where I really need to take this break.

I honestly don't want a future in web development. It's nothing personal towards anyone or any client, I just never intended this to be a part of my life the way it is. This was supposed to be just a "hobby"...not a career choice. But somewhere down the line, I ended up having "web designer" attached to my name.

My love for design is targeted more towards print-related work. That's what I'm most passionate about. I do enjoy building websites but my knowledge for it is really limited and I can't keep up with all these advances in the web development world (especially now with mobile internet). And it has nothing to do with learning all of this stuff -- I just simply don't have interest in it, well the development part at least. I just love to make things look nice; giving things a better visual appeal.

I'm not sure where life's gonna take me, but for now,
I'm no longer going to be taking in any new requests for websites.
Sorry guys, but I have to do what I have to do =T

- Janice

Branding:TheLook

2010-03-08T22:59:00.003-10:00

So this blog has been long overdue. I just never got around to posting it. Anyways, I've been designing for Lara and her clothing store, TheLook, that opened late last year in Kona, HI. I've designed pretty much everything starting from the logo, to all the advertisements and flyers as well as TheLook's website. It's really exciting for me when I get to help new businesses grow. Here's a look at what we've done so far. And don't forget to visit her online store: thelookhawaii.com Shop away ladies!

Vector Portraits

2010-02-04T21:17:00.008-10:00

Before I go on, I have a reminder:

PLEASE CHECK MY AVAILABILITY STATUS BEFORE MAKING PLANS WITH ME.

I feel terrible when people email me, (all ready with their payments and ideas for their project), and then I have to turn them down because I am all booked out. So please, to save you a lot of time, make sure I am available before sending in a design request. I update it regularly on the side bar to your right ---->

In other news, I have no idea why I never offered this before but it hit me one day, "Hmmm, I should offer vector portraits!" I mainly do this only for my personal artwork but people have asked me in the past to create vector art for them. And so I figured, I'd offer it now!

Email me for a price quote. FINAL PRICE QUOTE WILL INCLUDE PRINTING & SHIPPING COSTS. This makes for great gift ideas!! Customized and unique!

You can check out more of my vector work in my portfolio in the "Personal - Artwork" section.

Schedule

2010-01-20T01:18:00.004-10:00

Hey guys! Just wanted to let you all know that I recently went back to my old job (Kumon Math and Reading Center). Now that I'm done with school, I had alllll this extra free time. Too much free time. Hahaha. Didn't know what to do with myself so I decided to go back to teaching kids how to read and spell :)

Anywho, for the clients I am working with right now, I won't be available by phone on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays around 1-7 PM (Hawaii time). Just email me or text me and I'll get back to guys when I get home.

I will also be limiting the number of projects I take in. Make sure to check the side bar for openings! ----->

Haiti Earthquake Relief+Overlooked

2010-01-13T20:40:00.008-10:00

For every "Fight Hunger" shirt sold, a donation will made to Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) to provide meals to the victims of yesterday's earthquake in Haiti. Visit weareoverlooked.com to purchase a shirt. Donations can also be made at fmsc.org (Click image to view flyer)

Bailey Artwork

2010-01-10T15:34:00.011-10:00

For the past few months, I've been working with such an amazing artist. And I feel so honored to be doing so! He is truly gifted and very inspiring. I got to make his business cards a while ago, and just finished up the cover for his book. He will be releasing a book of his artwork later this year. I'm so excited!! I can't wait to see it! :)

Check out his amazing work.
I promise, you will pleased: baileyartwork.com

I just wanted to say...

2010-01-01T03:19:00.002-10:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Hope you all had a fun, memorable, and safe New Year's eve celebration. I can't believe it's 2010. It's just so strange. Haha! But i'm so excited to see what this new year has to offer :) It is now past 3 AM here in Hawaii. Time to hit the sack! Night everyone!

Undergoing Renovation

2009-12-29T22:55:00.001-10:00

Sorry for the inconveniences folks. I'm updating this thing. So don't mind the mess or the incomplete sections. It'll be done soon :)

Taking in design requests!!

2009-12-15T22:39:00.004-10:00

Hey everyone! If you didn't catch one of my old posts, I mentioned that after this year is over, I'm gonna stop making designing websites my main focus to pursue other passions of mine. So with that said, contact me asap to get a spot on my waiting list. At the end of this month, I will no longer be taking in new requests for website projects but if you contact me right now, I can reserve a spot for you.

I require a $50 deposit to reserve your spot, and we can start on your website whenever you want: now, tomorrow, next year, whenever!

I will however still be here to design any print work that is needed: business cards, flyers, invitations, etc.

Email me for questions! janicesgaspar@yahoo.com

Hope your holiday seasons have been amazing!! Can you believe it's almost 2010??? Crazy!! I swear this year went by too fast. But then again, that's how it always feels as you get older.

God bless!
-Janice

Closed :)

2009-12-07T18:56:00.002-10:00

Hahaha! Once again, after posting about project openings, I seem to book a new project right away. So, once again, sorry folks. No more project requests for now! Check back later!

Opening Available

2009-12-07T16:58:00.004-10:00

I'm open to take in ONE MORE WEBSITE at the moment. Get at me quick! Someone I'm supposedly working for dropped communication with me for like 3 weeks or something. I have no clue what happened or what the status is. But I have time to take on another website.

Also, don't forget! Holiday greeting card designs for sale!
Thank you so much to everyone who purchased one! janicegaspar.com/holiday.

Holiday Sale

2009-11-28T00:46:00.005-10:00

Every Christmas, I get many requests to design greeting cards and I thought it would be great to offer you some of my ideas! I'm selling these designs at a special rate just for Christmas: only $35 per design! This price includes customized text and photo retouching.

My pre-made templates don't cut if for you? I can always design an even more special greeting card exclusively made just for you! (My standard rates for customized designs apply. Please email me for a price quote).

View them here: janicegaspar.com/holiday

Redirecting...

2009-11-15T17:41:00.002-10:00

Hey guys. I think after I finish up these 2 websites, I'm gonna take a break from web design. The only clients I will continue to work with are the ones that have maintenance plans. Web development was NEVER a love of mine. And I want to do things that I love.

Sorry everyone. I think I'm going to stop taking new requests for websites at the end of this year. I will still be available for print work though (now that was my first love when it comes to design!)

It's been a great experience working for many different people. I've learned and grown so much, not only personally but with my skills in design and development as well. But I feel as if I strayed from what I really loved to do and from my real passions. I have to get back to it.

Thanks for all of your support through out the years for giving a young girl from a tiny little island, a chance to create things for you :)

xoxo,
Janice

REVO Oahu 11.14.09

2009-11-06T15:40:00.004-10:00

I'm starting a REVO and it's pure bliss I tell yah! If you're going to be on Oahu next Saturday the 14th, please come out to support our very first show!

Visit these links to learn more!
REVO Oahu: startarevo.org/oahu
Facebook: facebook.com/revooahu
Invisible Children: invisiblechildren.com