portfolio: Logo Whisperer

May 31, 2010

Lori from Simple Essence Life Design came to me with an existing business card design and was looking for a slight re-work. I liked the image and thought that the sentiment could be even stronger paired down.

Simple Essence Life Design offers an opportunity for those who are “wanting to increase your joy factor in life, wanting to learn how to deal with your kids differently, looking for help finding your true passion in life, or just feel like your life could really use a boost up to the next level”, an opportunity to take confident strides in the right direction. Stay tuned for news on her website.

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Simple Essence Life Design logo - before

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Simple Essence Life Design - after

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happy hour: Southern Inspired

May 28, 2010

Gentleman's Tea

Gentleman’s Tea

1 oz Jack DanielsĀ® Tennessee Whiskey
2 oz lemonade (not concentrate)
2 oz tea
Splash of SpriteĀ®

Lemon or lime slice

In a mixing glass filled with ice, add Jack, tea, and lemonade. Roll contents but do not shake. Pour into a highball glass. Add splash of Sprite. Garnish with lemon and lime slice.

Happy Friday y’all.

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taste test: Red Fish Blue Fish Tacones

May 26, 2010

Tempura Cod Tacones one: $5.00 / two: $9.00
Sweet-smoked chili adobo + pea shoots + lemon pickled onions

It’s a deal, it’s a steal. Plenty of moist fish with a crispy coating, crunchy slaw-like filling and one is enough for lunch. The best part is they offer sustainable 100% Ocean Wise seafood and an earth friendly reuse and recycle system. The clam chowder seemed popular as did the Wild Pacific Fish and Chips (salmon, halibut, cod). Next time I’d like to try the Local Shrimp Roll (“lobster roll style”), curry chips, BBQ Thetis Queen Tuna, BBQ Fanny Bay Oyster Sandwich….. Red Fish Blue Fish is located in the Inner Harbour at 1006 Wharf Street at the foot of Broughton on the pier below Wharf Street. They’re open until 5pm 7 days a week, 3pm on rainy days like today.

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Tempura Cod Tacones at Red Fish Blue Fish, via iPhone

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it’s graphic: inkbloom

May 25, 2010

Fabric and vinyl art at HOME! Download inkbloom’s designs, recolour them or coordinate with your project, add text to personalize and print on your inkjet. Cotton fabrics and vinyl are also available from them online. I’m thinking product tags, business cards, personalized pillows…

inkbloom fabric

from www.inkbloom.com: tilly inkblock, purse from tilly fabric, product tags, scrabble pillow

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portfolio: Willie Nelson

May 19, 2010

“On the road again..” Off to Alabama tomorrow. Ready for some southern inspiration?

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Willie Nelson, graphite, Beth Campbell 1994

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bits & bytes: Icon Set for Web Developers

May 17, 2010

Came across this nice icon set. Minimal with a little funky style. Download the set for free here.

Free Icon set for web developers

click for free download

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portfolio: Red Hot Wedding Invitation

May 14, 2010
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Red Hot Bicycle Wedding Invitation designed by Beth Campbell Creative

Happy 6 week anniversary (tomorrow) M&P! These wedding invites and announcement cards were a joy to design. I was inspired by this couple’s eye for design, their soft spot for bicyclettes and their killer style. The poppies in the basket on the bike are a nod to the bride’s poppy tattoo. It’s the little things that make something personal, and that much more special. I love these shots from their wedding in April. Check out the bride’s gorgeous blue dress, the grooms fab hat and the booze canoe!

Images by Heather Hobbs

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in the house: Richard Powers

May 13, 2010
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from www.richardpowers.co.uk

Taken with these images from photographer Richard Powers. Powers is a self taught photographer, specializing in architecture and interiors. When asked what the most important thing is for good photography, he says, “balance is key – what and what not to include is as equally important as the shadows and highlights”. Loads more inspiration on his website.

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locals only: New Butcher Cook St Village

May 10, 2010
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Island Meat and Seafood Web Site

Good news! Just heard about a new butcher shop in Cook Street Village. Island Meat and Seafood at 307 Cook Street has a slick new website featuring a cool wood textured background with links to local suppliers, recipes, and general info. It’s great to see a new business like this put so much thought and care into a solid website. They are actively involved in the online community: join them onFacebook and Twitter.

I hear there are some other new noteworthy additions to Cook Street Village – full report to follow.

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portfolio: Boble Designs Logo

May 7, 2010

Logo for Boble Designs, Victoria BC

A new logo has been launched for Sarah at Boble Designs! Her jewelry designs are phenomenal, a little bit delicate, a little bit bold and just plain stunning. Every woman needs a piece from her collection of necklaces, bracelets and earrings. She has a classic style with a contemporary edge and uses both gold and silver, pearls and precious and semi-precious stones (in the most gorgeous palette by the way). Hold your breath for product shots and the release of her new website! In the meantime, contact Sarah at Boble Designs by phone: 250.881.3830. Commissions available.

As Sarah says, “Love what you wear, wear what you love”.

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on the road: Happy Cinco de Mayo

May 5, 2010

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eye candy: Jewelry on Etsy

May 5, 2010

from etsy.com

Top Left: Sun Bright – Locket Necklace with Vintage Jewels by jewelera

Top Right: Giant Beaded Round – blue yonder by tqbdesigns

Middle Left: Vintage Lorraine necklace by alexkeller

Middle Right: Triple Orbital Necklace with Champagne Quartz by favorJewelry

Bottom Left: Jitter Bug Necklace by missanniemay

Bottom Right: Eco-Friendly Genuine Sea Glass Jewelry by sweptfromthesea

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in the house: Gabriel Ross

May 4, 2010

from www.royalbotania.com and www.blomus.com

Ready for summer whenever you are, Mother Nature. I’ve been eyeing up this lounger and these floating torches, both available at Gabriel Ross in Victoria. Working on the pool deck part.

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portfolio: Happy Birthday Nephew R!

May 3, 2010

Back side of a double sided/double b-day invite | Photography and Design by Beth Campbell Creative

And now for the other side of this card! Today is a big day for this little tyke! Flower and veggie planting party (and birthday cake sharing) was a success!

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