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Is Ginko the new Ginkgo? Regardless of how you spell it it appears likely to win this week's Then or Now. #formaltraditional #interiordesign #traditionaldesign #luxurydesign #designismybusiness #artistry #bespoke #oldworld #petfriendly #transparent

5 Questions with Matt Taranto LOVE POLICE ATM #AccessAllAreas If you have a favourite band tee, it’s likely thanks to Love Police ATM - the largest artist merchandise company in Australia & New Zealand. The Love Police ATM team design and sell merch at over 700 shows per year, covering everything from your local gig and even sell-out stadium shows ... including Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift’s record-breaking tours.  We sat down with Tour Manager Matt Taranto to learn more. Q: Thanks for the chat! First up, what made you want to work at Love Police ATM? A: It all stems from my love of music and being able to work with bands of all sizes, be it international or local artists. I was never musical myself, so I knew I was never going to be on stage. What I did know is that merchandise was a great option and fortunately I got a shot early on. I started by counting t-shirts, doing whatever I could really. I thoroughly enjoyed it and moved up from there. There’s a lot that can be done at Love Police ATM, from working in the warehouse to packing orders, managing national tours and getting out to the shows. Q: Do you have a favourite tour that you’ve worked on? A: I’d say one of the biggest ones I ever did was Adele in 2017. it was my first go at a stadium show. You’re booking your trucks; we have tents everywhere and touring reps who work with you on a tour of that size. It was a great experience. One of my favourite events was Knotfest last year. Working directly at the event with the band was a fantastic experience. Working at Love Police ATM allows you to get up close to the action, which is cool. You know, there’s something special about band merch – we all have our favourite piece. Q: Absolutely, and we have the responsibility to give them something cool. A: There’s a fine line between artist merchandise and fashion. Some of the more established artists these days try to go down a fashion path, but it’s the classic black t-shirt with a band logo and tour dates, that’s what most people want. Q: Have you seen artist merchandise trends change over time? A: For sure, there used to just be two t-shirts and a stubby holder, or something like that - that would be the full range. Now there are printed jackets, jerseys, track pants, socks and more. We see demand for a lot of new pieces. There’s a market for more bespoke items. It’s a great time to be a fan. Q: You’ve worked at Love Police ATM for well over ten years, what makes it so special? A: The community here is great, all the staff get on really well. We’re lucky that we’re a tight-knit group of people, we always try to lift each other up. We bounce ideas off each other, it’s a great creative way to work. The more you learn, the more scope you can get regarding responsibilities – there’s no real ceiling to a lot of it. If you enjoy one part of the business, you can branch out.

The most beautiful combination is when favorite food & clothing are of same color & hardness. See dancer in 4:49- Hue: red, yellow, green, large angular momentum. Saturation: high. Value/light: add white upward, high transparency. Hardness: soft. Mass: light. Speed: slow. Focus: up-down, front-back, left-right coherence.

Perfume Companies Have Found a New Way to Make You Crave What You Can't Smell✨ Perfume companies have always had a unique challenge - how do you market a product that customers can't experience until they purchase it? Many perfume brands have gotten creative with their marketing tactics to build desire for their fragrances, even when customers can't sample them in the store. One tactic is to create a sense of exclusivity and mystery around new perfume launches. Brands will tease upcoming releases with vague descriptions, limited product reveals, and VIP launch events. This builds anticipation and a fear of missing out, making customers eager to get their hands on the "unsmelable" new scent. Another technique is to lean into the emotional and aspirational aspects of perfume, rather than focusing solely on the fragrance notes. Ads often depict a luxurious lifestyle or evocative mood, inspiring consumers to associate the perfume with those desired experiences. By creating this desire for the unknown, perfume companies are able to drive sales of products that customers can't fully evaluate until purchase. It's a smart way to build hype and excitement around their latest scent.👃

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Stephy Fung is a digital fashion designer I've been following her for sometime. This post was one that really got me thinking. If you really want something, plan for it, and continue trying to drive in that direction. Eventually, you'll meet that crossroad. #digitalfashion #metaverse #digitalagency #virtualinfluencer #podcast

Get ready to rock your summer concerts with style! From chic cowgirl boots to breezy sundresses, we've got all the outfit inspo you need to shine this season. 🌟👢 Check out our latest article for the ultimate summer concert fashion tips!

@larussell If you want to be a big artist you have to spend like major Labels do. Do you invest in your craft? #larussell 🎥 @thebootlegkevpodcast

5 Questions with Matt Taranto LOVE POLICE ATM #AccessAllAreas If you have a favourite band tee, it’s likely thanks to Love Police ATM - the largest artist merchandise company in Australia & New Zealand. The Love Police ATM team design and sell merch at over 700 shows per year, covering everything from your local gig and even sell-out stadium shows ... including Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift’s record-breaking tours. We sat down with Tour Manager Matt Taranto to learn more. Q: Thanks for the chat! First up, what made you want to work at Love Police ATM? A: It all stems from my love of music and being able to work with bands of all sizes, be it international or local artists. I was never musical, so I knew I would never be on stage. I did know that merchandise was a great option; fortunately, I got a shot early on. I started by counting t-shirts, doing whatever I could really. I thoroughly enjoyed it and moved up from there. There’s a lot that can be done at Love Police ATM, from working in the warehouse to packing orders, managing national tours and getting out to the shows. Q: Do you have a favourite tour that you’ve worked on? A: I’d say one of the biggest ones I ever did was Adele in 2017. it was my first go at a stadium show. You’re booking your trucks; we have tents everywhere and touring reps who work with you on a tour of that size. It was a great experience. One of my favourite events was Knotfest last year. Working directly at the event with the band was a fantastic experience. Working at Love Police ATM allows you to get up close to the action, which is cool. You know, there’s something special about band merch – we all have our favourite piece. Q: Absolutely, and we have the responsibility to give them something cool. A: There’s a fine line between artist merchandise and fashion. Some of the more established artists these days try to go down a fashion path, but it’s the classic black t-shirt with a band logo and tour dates, that’s what most people want. Q: Have you seen artist merchandise trends change over time? A: For sure, there used to just be two t-shirts and a stubby holder, or something like that - that would be the full range. Now there are printed jackets, jerseys, track pants, socks and more. We see demand for a lot of new pieces. There’s a market for more bespoke items. It’s a great time to be a fan. Q: You’ve worked at Love Police ATM for well over ten years, what makes it so special? A: The community here is great, all the staff get on really well. We’re lucky that we’re a tight-knit group of people, we always try to lift each other up. We bounce ideas off each other, it’s a great creative way to work. The more you learn, the more scope you can get regarding responsibilities – there’s no real ceiling to a lot of it. If you enjoy one part of the business, you can branch out.

Artists are a different breed. They have a unique ability to use creativity to express their passion when doing specific tasks. This formula can be applied to many tasks too. For some reason, no definition properly defines an artist. So, I made a definition on my own. #artist #creativity #passion #happiness #life #artistry https://lnkd.in/geWqXCQ7