Over 100 high school students from across the country got their first taste of what it’s like to work in the creative arts at The Art Institute of California – Orange County 2008 Summer Studio Workshop. Students created posters, produced public service announcements and a promotional video, designed tee shirts on organic cotton, built store displays made of recycled materials and more to increase awareness of the Surfrider Foundation’s project BLUE initiative.

Project BLUE is a collective effort between iconic surf brands to raise funds for the Surfrider Foundation. The Surfrider Foundation is a nonprofit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s oceans, waves and beaches.

“We were excited to see the students’ unleash their creativity for project BLUE,” said project BLUE founder Vipe Desai. “The Art Institute curriculum allowed students to blend creativity with environmental responsibility.” Read the rest of this entry »

Faux finished cabinets are finding a welcome home in today’s kitchens. From the most timeworn distressed looks to high-end lacquered finishes, a decorative painter can add just the right touch from his artist’s pallet to create the exact design and style most appropriate for your dream kitchen.

As we all know so very well, the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s our source of comfort and joy. Whether we’re preparing a meal for our loved ones or just hanging out with our friends, the kitchen is the place everyone loves to be the best. And these days, the makeup of our kitchen environs is getting the attention it deserves.

Older kitchens are being remodeled and expanded. The kitchens in new homes are bigger than ever and are more accessible, too. Everything that goes into making a perfect space is being included — professional cooking equipment, granite countertops, sophisticated lighting, and especially important is stunningly beautiful cabinetry. Read the rest of this entry »

Often when you are looking for better information relating to bathrooms, it’ll be complex separating value packed information from reckless bathrooms submissions and help so it is imperative to know how to judge the information you are presented with.

Elegant Linens: Bath Linens & Towels
Sells Egyptian cotton hand towels, bath towels, bath mats, and wash clothes to interior designers and innkeepers.

Now we’d like to give you some advice which we think you should use when you are searching for information about bathrooms. You need to understand that the advice we are giving you is only relevant to internet information about bathrooms. Unfortunately we are unable to provide any advice or guidance for researching in ‘real world’ situations.

Linen Company: Hotel Shower Curtains
Sells wholesale linen products for hotels and restaurants including table coverings, bedding and bathroom supplies.

An excellent tip to follow when you are presented with information or advice on a bathrooms page is to ascertain who owns the site. This may show you the people behind the site bathrooms identifications The easiest way to find out who is behind the bathrooms website is to look on the ‘about’ page or ‘contact’ page. Read the rest of this entry »

Considerations Before Buying Vanity Bathroom Lights

Bathroom vanity lights are often overlooked in a bathroom. Artificial light from vanity bathroom lights and general lighting is important during hours when natural light is not available. Without good lighting, the decor and the personality of your bathroom can not be developed properly. And since the day usually begins and ends with a trip to the bathroom, time spent there should be comforting, relaxing and easy to see when grooming.

Bathroom vanity lights typically include one light or perhaps two or more above the mirror. Or, there may be lights or sconces on each side of the mirror or medicine cabinet and one ceiling light or a row of recessed ceiling lights over the vanity, depending on the size of your vanity and mirror. Make sure your bathroom mirror is evenly illuminated and free of shadows since this is where applying makeup, shaving and other grooming activities will take place. If you have two bathroom vanities, each one should have the same bathroom vanity lights setup. Read the rest of this entry »

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