Day 66 . 27 .06.2011

Lisa Robertson

Lisa and I have been friends for a long time. I always knew she was good a graphic designer and that she takes into consideration what the client wants, as well managing to add in her own feel to it. This time she killed it.

She has managed to design the perfect poster. I am so happy with the final design and grateful to her, for all her efforts despite all the other work she had to do. I am in love with the layout!

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Day 62 . 23 .06.2011

I am getting the poster today J

I am so excited.  It’s nearly the end of the month and by July, I had planned to have gotten most of the PR part done. Yes, my plan sounds crazy but all I need is time, and that, I have now. I have so much faith in my graphic designer Lisa Robertson, and so I know that the outcome of our idea will be beautiful. She is so meticulous and talented; I can’t wait to see it.

The poster is not only important for the advertising of the exhibition, but it is also important as a document of proof. I need to send this poster to my sponsorers, so they know that they are sponsoring an actual event. I never knew how much work goes into organizing an event without the guidance of a P.R manager or an events manager . I now believe that anyone can do it, you just have to be willing to sacrifice a lot of your time.

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Day 50 . 11 .06.2011

Blonde moments...

I sent my graphic designer, Lisa Robertson, an image that is way too small to use for the poster. This means I have to change the image that I was going to use and select one that will be used in the exhibition that appeals to both markets and that is visually strong. I am to blame for delaying this process.  Oh well, life goes on. Now that all is well, I can look forward to something new.

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Day 45 . 06 .06.2011

 

The outfit, the after-party and the poster….

My designer, Tshakgi Mannya of Aluxism, is going back to Johannesburg this evening. I shall miss her, but at least we were able to narrow down the many options that we had spoken about as well as collected together, since we last spoke about collaborating.  I am excited to see what she comes up with, as we are in separate cities so I won’t be able to be a part of the creation every step of the way.

I almost forgot about focusing on what I would like to do after the opening of the exhibition. Normally people host big after-parties, but I would like to go to a place that caters for both markets, that is central and has an amazing vibe on a Thursday night, and the only place that came to mind was The Waiting Room, which is above Royale Eatery in Long Street. I emailed Simone, one of the managers, and asked whether it would be possible to have those who are keen to jam afterwards there and she agreed. The idea isn’t to have a private party, but for my guests to go somewhere afterwards, to hang out and listen to good music and obviously celebrate the success of the opening. She mentioned that the DJ’s will be playing their set from 9pm, so everyone could come along after the opening as the please and that they will be no cover charge. YAY!

I spoke to Lisa Robertson, (who is the graphic designer working on the poster) to inform her on where I would like my guest to join me after the exhibition, so that she would include that information on the poster. She will be working on the poster this week and by next week, it should be ready. I can’t wait to see how it looks. I am fortunate to be working with people who completely understand my vision and who know me, and so I am able to let them do their own thing without any anxiety from my side.

Happy birthday to my friend of many years and supporter of 131 days (right from the start), Palesa Sankoloba, I hope your day was amazing.

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Day 42 . 03 .06.2011

Productive meetings

The meeting at Rococo Studio Gallery went exceptionally well. We spoke about spacing, media coverage, the marketing of the event, how the drinks will be served, whether I will be using downstairs or upstairs to exhibit and the sizes of the pieces. I have never felt as great, after a meeting, as I did yesterday. Deryck van Steenderen, the general manager, has been so supportive throughout this journey. I really couldn’t ask for a better deal.

So the times have been confirmed. The doors will open at 6pm, the opening of the exhibition will officially commence at 7pm and then the night will come to an end at 12pm. Now that the times have been confirmed, I will be able to give Lisa Robertson (graphic designer) the information, so that the poster can be completed.

After this productive and exciting meeting, I left the gallery with the biggest grin feeling like thing are finally coming together. I find it so strange (this is the only word that best describes my feeling towards this) that this idea is becoming a reality. It’s been a lot of hard work, and as I always say, there is still so much to do.

I have exactly 89 days left, which is just under 3 months. I wonder how I am going to juggle exams, the vacation that I won’t compromise and the preparations for this exhibition. I’m keen for the challenge.

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Day 39 . 31 .05.2011

 Final decision

I am so thrilled. I have made up my mind on the image that I will be using, for the poster that will be designed for my exhibition. I am very fortunate to have friends who are graphic designers, so now there is one less thing I have to worry about.

This graphic designer that has offered to design my poster is the lovely Lisa Robertson. She studied graphic design and art direction at Red and Yellow 2006-2009.  She now works at a reasonable sized advertising agency – Herdbuoys eKapa, where she works as a Designer/DTP (Desktop Publishing). She freelances on the side and in her spare time knits, sings, draws, designs and sews. She is fantastic and can’t wait to see what she produces

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Day 3 . 25.04.2011

It’s Day 3

I am exhausted from last night/this morning.  I only have Latoya, Lisa Robertson and Siba to blame. Cold Turkey was a jam as usual.  .It’s a Monday. The weather is terrible, so I will be spending the day in bed. As usual, the few errands must be attended too, but other than that I won’t be leaving my room.

I have assignments to do, a short and informative biography to complete and a list of a few people to call, like the printing company I use (Panascape Printing in Woodstock) owned by Robert Miller. There is so much to do, but my old friend procrastination ,seems to be getting the better of me these day's.

I deserve this. Peace

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