Just Kite It dot com brings a new spin to the elusive world of kiteboarding. Enthused and challenged by the very difficult sport in the summer of 2009, Just Kite It dot com Founder Jessica Valenzuela pursued it with voracious passion.
What is grok? A geek’s word, to grok is a coinage of science-fiction writer R.A. Heinlein, meaning to understand something thoroughly by having empathy with it. Urban Dictionary also defines it as “to drink” definitely not referring to that meaning of grok in this post.
Having empathy is a willingness to learn, unflawed by … [Read More »]
It has been exactly 20-days since I last wrote for our Mashup. My deep apologies to our readers and fellow bloggers. I have clearly been distracted by an unexpected big wave of change of which I will spare the details on this post.
Disruptive changes are good. It tests one’s capabilities to assess, focus and re-calibrate … [Read More »]
by Jessica Valenzuela
When we were approached by the Goldmund Media Group to bring the Goldmund Media Room to life online we were giddy with excitement! This assignment marked our opportunity to showcase Mavin Digital’s full-service capabilities in storytelling, design, 3D creation and animation.
Our Challenge
Create a visually immersive online experience that showcases the fine, elegant and … [Read More »]
Hmm, no they won’t. You have to know who they are and what they want. Or they won’t even show up.
So who is visiting you website or using your application? How much do you know about them and are you meeting their needs. The more you know about your users the better you can cater … [Read More »]
Our work is often influenced by the creative directors at agency partners we work with or fueled by the imaginative communities around us. It truly is a case by case evolution of sorts. I am a strategy, business and producer type of thinker who loves good design. This is a beginning of a series so … [Read More »]
“Big Things Come in Small Packages”
Tokidoki “Sometimes” in Japanese is the creation of Italian designer, Simone Leno. She will be in New York on March 7th for the grand opening of her Soho capsule store. Woot! So if you are into graphics as we are here at Mavin Digital you should check it out!
Recommended reading: … [Read More »]
How do you share the story of America’s sinful cities in a visually engaging format rich with data and content? A creative map infused with fun, playful iconography and digestible bits of data supported by cutting-edge technology.
When the Creative and Product Development Director, Jeff Bauer of Forbes.com approached me with the project in late December … [Read More »]
Jessica Valenzuela, Founder and Entrepreneur. More at About Mavin Mashup and Mavin Digital Inc.
