weird little ideas

BUILDS

from mobile apps to web-based tools, these are digital constructs brought to various states of completion. the process is often the point.

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groupthread

uncover the hidden dynamics of your whatsapp group. who *really* talks? the data doesn't lie. or does it?

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performa 475

your fleeting thoughts, rendered as if by a sentient mac os 8. digital ephemera with a nostalgic glitch.

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dog bday 2000

ensuring your canine companion's seven annual birthdays are never overlooked. because reasons.

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middle school boy handwriting font

a custom font crafted to emulate the distinct charm of a middle school boy handwriting. by sheer coincidence, resembles my handwriting.

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REFLECTIONS

processing out loud. observations on human behavior, cultural touchstones, and the evolving dialogue between our minds and the internet.

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on the pace of consumption/creation forms, relative attentional demands, and optimal efficiency as a lifestyle

questioning the cult of speed, this piece unpacks how we process information versus how we create, and why true understanding takes time.

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on observing & free associating: fresno, 12.29.2

a mental meander through fresno, connecting sidewalk observations with thoughts on nostalgia, the texture of memory, and bygone eras of music discovery.

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on screen-free time, dedicated attention, and doing one thing at a time

a personal log from a fresno retreat focused on disconnecting from screens, rediscovering single-tasking, and the quiet challenge of being present.

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on setting personal goals

an exploration of transforming vague aspirations into tangible achievements by building systems and aligning daily actions with who you aim to be.

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on how to read books

moving past reading as a task, this offers five insights for a deeper, more intentional connection with books and the ideas within them.

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on the value of weird little projects

championing the joy of creating outside of work, this piece reflects on embracing amateurism and shares five personal side-projects from 2018.

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run these towns

an ode to exploring cities on foot, arguing that running through streets offers the most intimate and unfiltered understanding of a place's true character.

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on finding you and your dog's 'same age day' and other nontraditional anniversaries

delving into a peculiar fascination with unconventional milestones, like the specific day the author and his dog were numerically the 'same age'.

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saying goodbye to jesse

a poignant farewell to a beloved family dog, jesse, tracing memories from her unexpected arrival to her final days, and the paw prints she left on their hearts.

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PRODUCTIONS

wait what: sample-based musical reinterpretations. 'best mashup album of the year' for the notorious xx (the guardian uk). tens of millions of plays.

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folklore circles

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the notorious xx

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k.dot 4pack

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bigmatic

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asking for a friend (vol4:summer)

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sorry for the delayed response (vol3:spring)

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do it again ep

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cashmere ye ep

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lorde yeezus

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i mean i guess (vol2:winter)

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we're all busy but good (vol1:fall)

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tingo

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nasd out

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this is real life

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OBJECTS

a collection of visual artifacts—from digital sketches and album art to print projects and posters. sometimes an idea just needs to be seen.

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cirque disobey book

nearly 300 cartoons, re-contextualized with rap lyrics for comedic (and mature) effect. all proceeds benefit urban gateways. physical copies available for $20 + shipping, or grab the free pdf.

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sketches

a collection of digital doodles, visual thoughts, and design fragments. tap to explore the gallery.

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little riddles of people

a weird fascination with names led to this. four people, different eras, different lives, linked by a shared name (or part of one). a little visual riddle to make you pause and connect the dots.

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electric objects art

a curated collection for the electric objects eo2 digital display. at one point, five of these were on my walls, rotating a random stream of internet finds, re-contextualized quotes, and digital ephemera.

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show posters

show posters for wait what concerts over the years. collages of internet finds, pieced together to promote a live show.

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album art

visual companions for musical journeys. covers, layouts, and thematic imagery.

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STUDIES

observing the currents. analyses of cultural shifts, tech trends, and human behavior. deeper dives into patterns, trends, and the occasional rabbit hole of data.

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