When Kanye released the first Yeezy 350 to the market, it was really hyped up and was impossible to get a pair from raffles or the Adidas app release. I really want to thank my friend Wes and @TheNikeDestroyer for helping me acquire these!
When I received the package it was straight from Adidas . It felt like the Holy Grail in my hands.
In the package, the design is kept simple and minimal.
Now is unboxing time. Very nice color ways and I personally like moon rock more, but oxford tan is the one that still hasn’t restocked yet.
Thanks my friends help me fulfill my dream to own my first pair Yeezy’s. To me, this makes more interested to learn about sneaker culture. I have total respect to real sneaker heads for being able to keep up with releases, they are supporting the culture and community.
I always have the vision to bring some local talented artists and creative people in Orlando to Full Sail . I approached Nat from Full Sail and having this creative event students. So I invited my friends Julius Mayo Jr, Varick Rosete, Rob Campman and my self Nakanari – The event is “Dissecting your brand : From Idea to Market place” This diverse panel of industry professionals will share their experience on what it takes to get your idea or brand into a tangible asset ready for the market.
Backgrounds include, Music Industry, Social Media and Photography, Character Design, and Event Curation/Promotion/Production.
* Julius Mayo Jr. – Creative Brand Manager of green cents™ & Founder, Blogger, Photographer of Droolius * Varick Rosete – Art Director, TigerLily Media & Creative, Varick Rosete Studio * Rob Campman – Recording Artist * Nakanari – Creative Director / Co-Founder Mai Hiro
The event was happening by Thursday, June 2, 2016 4:00pm – 5:30pm (doors 3:30pm)
Also here are images on a 360 camera!
Getting ready for the event. This whole event was run by the whole production team and students. It was done very smoothly and professional.
Introduction
Julius was the starting speaker an is a Creative Brand Manager of green cents™ & Founder, Blogger, Photographer of Droolius.
Julius is talking about how his brand started and the journey he went through to become a pronominal food blogger with his amazing photo shoots.
Next was Varick Rosete, Art Director of TigerLily Media & Creative and Varick Rosete Studio.
This is an awesome message and keeps you level for when you start your brand always keep a level head and be true to yourself.
During my part was sharing my journey to American and how I became a self taught artists and the creation of my own brand Maihiro.
Most important part in my life is my father able bring us to here and giving us new opportunities in America.
Everything we have in our brand starts with this simple statement.
Rob Campman is our local rap legend / Recording Artist from Orlando, many of our generation have heard his music and his stage name is south stars. I was amazed to know him from his mother GiGi, who is also my coworker in the international team.
We then began the Q&A session.
Rob was then asked to perform live on stage!
After the event, students were able to meet with each speaker and have a photo with them.
This event was successful and thanks to all the students and co-workers who came to support. Really appreciative to Nat and without him this event would’ve never happened.
Martian Toys was hosting the spiki attack show in New York Comic Con so I had the opportunity to work with Quiccs! The spikiteq was re-sculpt base on spiki chiisai platforms, this project was a limited resin run and produced by our friends Martian toys, this time I wanted to challenge myself and make them 8inch spiki figs.
So since we have a smaller version already made, it was much easier for me to detail just by checking the original model. I wouldn’t call myself a professional sculptor as this would take some time for me to sculpt it correctly.
The most complicated part is the head, which is the biggest portion of the figs. After that I am able to add the small details.
The body we add the hoodies just like quicss signature design.
Now begins testing. Just to make sure the position is correct and slowly adding more details.
Here is the paint testing. Since the original paint job was done by quicss, I have to find the colors that closely resemble his original custom spikiteq.
Complete view for the shoe paint job , inspire by AJ1 shadow.
Also adding small detail like teq63.
Final head model.
Size comparison with 4 inch spikiteq
The finished custom looks even better than I was expecting and I am really happy of the result. I know many people were interested this piece and it has found its home with the right person. Thank you again and I cant wait for the next custom figurine.
I would like to thank Martian Toys for inviting me to the NYCC custom show For this post I would like to show the process on how I make the customs.
Fresh from the package
12.5-inch tall base model!
I love this blank and it is much easier to separate them
A complete view of the blanks
The most time I spent on this project was the sanding job, I try to make sure everything is smooth and nice. For this piece time, I drew inspiration from my favorite cartoon animation from the ’80s.
After I completed sanding it was time for color testing.
I had to make sure each color will be combined well together complete
Complete head view.
Being a huge fan of Verdy from japan. His brand Girls don’t cry really inspired the design for Boys Don’t Cry.
After 2 weeks, work was slowly being put together and finally ready. The Gunteq 63 is ready to roll.
Overall it was a lot of work and I was really happy the way it turned out. During NYCC they didn’t get sold but the piece was sold in the online store. Thanks so much for everyone checking this cool custom and supporting my projects!
I have been arranging my trip to visit my good friends also food blogger “Droolius” in Atlanta. I have done my homework to check the city and many of the cool local spots.As well many thanks Julius and Odessa for showing me around Atlanta!
This is my first-time booking budget flight since it is a short distance to Atlanta. Spirit has round trip less than $100 for a great deal.
After arriving at the airport, we were provided with great transportation, The Marta is very affordable and easy access to the get around the city quickly!
Outside the Marta station, the city looks very clean and nice, not only that the weather is amazing!
so Julius picks me up and the first stop is Sweet Hut a super nice bakery!
Thai tea, egg tarts and bread.
I purchased a city pass package and that allows you to check few cool places. Highly recommend and is a very good deal too. The first place we went to is the Georgia Aquarium which my top distention in Atlanta.
The Georgia Aquarium is also the #1 Aquarium in the U.S.
I went to the weekdays so no line. Seem like its going be busy during weekend
love walking around see bunch cool fish
I was able to see many aquatic species, from the white dolphins to Piranhas!
For sure I enjoyed my time here and checked every spot, this place has so much to offer and make sure you bring your kid for great family outings!
I’m a huge fan of Uniqlo, every season they try to introduce new collaborations and designs. This time my favorite English designer JW Anderson is coming with a great summer line up. I’m very happy with my purchase! The summer pieces with an English vibe and the SEERSUCKER suit set are by far my Favorite.
Check the MEN TAILORED JACKET (SEERSUCKER) $69.90, a perfect outfit for summer, and is very comfortable.
It Also came with the match short and pant. MEN RELAXED DRAWSTRING SHORTS. The drawstring makes the design match and even cooler.
The Socks also came with different colors. I picked up the Navy blue as it will be easier to match with other outfits.
Photo by Photographer: Jason Cordoba/@jcordobaphotos
A huge thank you goes out to Nat Carpenter for inviting me as guest speaker for his class / Fundamentals of Music Business at Full Sail University.
Normally my presentation is about sharing my journey about building my brands. The Presentation lasted around 15 min plus a Q&A session which totaled around two hours in the class.
Maihiro Statements ” Design By Belief” is sharing our passion with others and building a great community.
“Passion” is one of the most important things in everyone’s life. It is finding a path to continue, not just in the career they want but also with their happiness. Passion is what gives you the motivation to keep creating and be better every time.
Walt was a person who made the world changed. building the most happiness place in the world. I truly believed his vision has relating it from his passion for animation, with his creation for Mickey and passion keep moving forward so he able making the world differences.
Next Nat did a Q&A session and asked questions relating building business.
After the session, we had students participating in a giveaway. A photo contest, best photo wins some cool Maihiro swag.
It was a tremendous pleasure to be able to present to these students who are intending to build businesses. Thank you Nat and Full Sail University for connecting me with a plethora of students who have a passion for the entertainment industry, everyone I met today is looking to start their journey into the creative world. I always appreciate the moments of meeting new friends and supporting them!
My top choice for street wear is Bape, they are the most established brand from asia and created by Nigo, I was lucky to able find this rare item from Puma x Bape Collab.
The detail and design for the item is unique and stylistic to give respect to both brands. Definitely worth the price.
Finally the long awaited collaboration project from IKEA. IKEA has teamed up with LA-based fashion designer Chris Stamp, and freelance designer Maja Ganszyniec for a limited edition collection: SPÄNST. Inspired by street fashion and an active lifestyle, SPÄNST features furniture, accessories and items for storing, displaying and organizing some of your favorites at home.
The furniture design is super simple and sleek, a great addition to the modern stylized home design.
I was lucky to be able to grab them at release early before they sold out.
check more info https://www.ikea.com/ms/en_US/ikea-collections/spanst/index.html
I was lucky to be able to grab them at release early before they sold out.
