Matt & Jackie's Wedding

At the ever-idyllic Dunbar farms in Landenberg, Pennsylvania. No doubt the most magical wedding I've ever attended. Also, Applebees!

 

 

BRUCES!!!

temporary tattoos for the bride & groom

 

 

 

magic!

 

How I ate my way through New York City

Kevin and I had fun devouring our way through NYC and BK. A few other places google maps was unable to find: Tradesman Bar in Bushwick, Clementine Bakery in Clinton Hill, and Speedy Romeo in Clinton Hill. YUM.
 
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Trip highlights: 
Momofuku Ko - Kevin woke up at 6:30am to try his luck at getting a reservation for Momofuku Ko. They only release reservations 7 days in advance and at 10am EST, hence the early wake up. After several refreshes we had SUCCESS!! No photography allowed but I will share my favorite dish: shaved Hudson Valley foie gras, lychee, pineapple gelee and pine nut brittle. The melon, cold dashi, oyster shooter was divine as well. So was the turnips, avocado-coconut milk puree, scallops and cucumber ice dish, and well, the 10 other dishes.

Maialino - My sister's boyfriend works here as a barista so we got special treatment. The chef offered to cook a mystery meal of 3 courses plus desssert for $50 a head. We had strong cocktails and an endless amount of food, including the lamb neck stew, olive oil cake, THE BREAD, seared octopus, veal heart, lamb chops, and my favorite... fresh, hot doughnuts with warm cider syrup. Gah. It's an experience, and there have been several celebrity sightings there including more recently, Jack White (Bina's bf FREAKED OUT). Tied with Momofuku for best meal.

Uniqlo & Muji - DUH! Shopping spreeeeeeeeee

Bemelmans Bar - Kevin and I learned about it from Anthony Bourdain's The Layover. The drinks are pricey yet stiff. But you're not paying for the drinks--you're paying for atmosphere, and it's pure magic. The walls are covered from carpet to ceiling with Ludwig Bemelmans's murals. Even the lamp shades are painted! I would love to just sit and read a book in there.

Light reading at McNally Jackon Books before dinner at Peasant

David, Bina & Alex at Fette Sau. David was in town to shoot a Santigold music video. What serendipity!

Basta Pasta. Endless thank yous to Bob for introducing me to this place.

photos by bina santos & genevieve santos (me!)

Doctor Who's Fort

While my sister was in town, she made sure to get me hooked on Doctor Who. Being a fan of the X-Files, Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica (whoa scifi nerd?!?), how did I go so long without watching Doctor Who?!?! Inspired by my binge-watching of the Doctor's adventures-specifically David Tennent's 10th Doctor-I painted what I imagined to be a kid's interpretation. Look closely you'll find a a blanket fort universe, a Dalek constructed out of cardboard boxes, a strainer, and a plunger, and the Doctor's screwdriver as your average household flashlight. The original's been spoken for but I do have limited edition prints in the shop. Enjoy the nerdy homage!

BTW, I do plan on making more fort interpretations of other childhood and cult favorites. Next on the list... Mario & Luigi!

Jill Aiko Yee + Cloud Cloud at Hester Street Fair

A couple days ago, I visited my friends Jill & Claudia in their Los Angeles studio to pick up my reserved Co-Lab Watercolor Scarf. I had only seen it briefly months ago but it's even better than I remember it--delightfully soft, 

light, perfect for the summer, and by my two good friends, fashion designer Jill of Jill Aiko Yee and 

graphic designer guru Amy Kim.

I want this dress...

Her studio partner, Claudia of Cloud Cloud, makes the most wonderful leather goods & pillows. I bought two lavender-scented pillows for myself & for Kevin's parents as a thank you for the wine tasting weekend.

Typically you can only find their goods online or if you make an appointment, but LUCKY YOU! You can meet them and buy their handmade goods at Los Angeles's Hester Street Fair. (Yup, the NYC-based craft, food and fashion outdoor market is now in Los Angeles.)

Hester Street Fair
Hollywood Blvd at Argyle Ave
Los Angeles CA 90028
Saturday, June 2
11am-7pm

UPDATE: Disney's WonderGround Gallery

I'm so excited for the opening of WonderGround Gallery in the Downtown Disney® District  at the Disneyland® Resort! This is just one of my two pieces on display. I'll be there signing 11am-1pm (eeeee!!!) along with several talented artists. Make sure you peruse through the site to see teasers of other incredible pieces. I can't wait to see you there. I guarantee you won't see me any happier. Unless you bring a baby elephant. And ice cream. But I might explode. More info below:

WonderGround Gallery - Opening June 9, 2012

Distinctive, eclectic and uncommon, this contemporary setting is, in itself, a blank canvas, providing the ultimate venue where unique art collections, works from a new generation of artists and unexpected finds in home and lifestyle merchandise, take center stage. WonderGround Gallery draws inspiration from Disney's deeply rooted art and storytelling-driven heritage - especially the idea of stepping through the looking glass, which the greatest of art allows us to do. 

Showcasing artwork inspired by Disney-Pixar films, characters and icons, as well as paying tribute to the one and only Mickey Mouse, more than 25 local and domestic up-and-coming artists will have their unique interpretations available for you to add to your Disney collection. This variety of commissioned, original and limited-edition artwork reflecting various styles, techniques and mediums will provide an eclectic environment in this store. 

Grand Opening Events ~

Saturday, June 9, 2012

 

The following artists will take part in a special appearance and signing on
Saturday, June 9, 2012 at WonderGround Gallery in the Downtown Disney® District.

 

11 am - 1pm

Brigette Barrager, J. Scott Campbell, Martin Hsu, Amy Mebberson, Miss Mindy,

Noah, Genevieve Santos and Lyla Warren

 

 

3 pm - 5pm

Stacey Aoyama, Sean Chao, Sean D'Anconia, Danny Handke, Jerrod Maruyama, Michelle Romo,
Jared Andrew Schorr and Frank Svengsouk

Maker Faire 2012... THE BEST!

coolest business card ever

My new set-up! Thanks to Kevin, my mom, and sissy for all the help. I think I lucked out having a sister who does visuals for Banana Republic professionally. Ha!

Hundreds of hangers (wall) & bunches of masking tape (ground)

Legotown!

This year's Maker Faire was a lot of fun. I saw old & new friends & customers, including one who I hadn't seen since my very first fair in California 3 years ago. Wild wild! One gent said that my narwhal print reminded him of fishing with his dad when he was little. Dawww. And another customer got teary-eyed while at my booth, but then she explained it was her allergies. Dang! Anyway, I was only able to take a few photos. Fortunately, my sister took TONS, and when she posts photos I shall share here, too. See you at the next fair!

Maker Faire 2012 this weekend! Holy Moley!!!

I've been quietly working on preparations for my most favorite fair ever. I was initially on the waiting list, then 2 hours later I was officially in so I will enjoy this fair that much more. I feel so very lucky! I designed a few new items and will test them out this weekend. Have a peek!

Yep! Clink t-shirts and Tin Can Telephone stamps, as well as notebooks, iphone cases, and buttons. I only have a limited number of each, and how they do at the fair will determine their life expectancy. Kevin & I will be sporting matching Clink shirts to trigger your gag reflex from roll-the-eyes cuteness ;)

Anywho! I would love to see you all. Swing on by--tickets are still available.

Maker Faire Bay Area
May 19 & 20
San Mateo Event Center, San Mateo CA (directions)
Saturday 10am-8pm // Sunday 10am-6pm
Booth #63 (YEAH!)