Finally! I was able to participate in one of Paul Shaw‘s prolific type walks. This tour took place in Queens my home, specifically the neighborhoods of Woodside and Jackson Heights. Before we got started Paul said, “The reason we are doing this, is to see things before they disappear.” And indeed some of the points of interest had sadly been destroyed, like the deco 1930’s Eagle Theatre, as recent as March 2012. However, we did see much and even discovered new beautiful remnants of previous decades. As promised it was a unique experience.

Sunday afternoon I was able to visit the Keith Harring exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum. It being his first large-scale exhibition. Some of the pieces on view include a number of very early works never before seen in public, including rarely seen sketchbooks, journals, exhibition flyers, posters, subway drawings, and documentary photographs. This show is up until July 8, 2012 I highly recommend!

I had the pleasure of being the guest cover critic for John Gall‘s final book cover design class of the semester. A course he teaches each semester at the School of Visual Arts. As expected, some beautiful work and great ideas were displayed. It is always enlightening to discuss design processes, successes and struggles.

This afternoon I had the pleasure of being on set for a photo shoot with the immensely talented Seth Smoot. I contacted Seth to shoot a still-life for the cover of Adam Ross’ new book of short stories, entitled, Ladies and Gentleman. It is always enlightening to see someone in his or her element.

A to A Studio Solutions is hosting Graphic designer, illustrator, lecturer, educator and author Paul Sahre for there sporadic No-Charge-to-Attend events. How to Make a Life-Size Paper Monster Truck Hearse will be the topic of interest. Also on the agenda is cocktails, culinary delights, and the making of your very own miniature paper monster truck! Sounds Like a good time. See you there.

School of Visual Arts Graphic Design and Advertising Department is hosting design studio GrandArmy tonight at 4:30pm in the school’s amphitheater. The guys from GrandArmy will be discussing building their practice, self-promotion, and their challenges and successes as young designers. Maybe I will see you there.

I am guest teaching Jason Booher‘s Graphic Design course this evening, at Parsons The New School for Design. I am hoping the kids don’t come equipped with rotten produce from the near by farmers market.