Evolution of One

(TL;DR - Skip to 13:50 to jump right to the start of the critique)

I have been working on a redesign of the 3vies logo and branding for a little over a year now. Not constantly but in-between projects or I have been constantly sketching things when ideas hot and trying new ideas. So this is me talking with my friend Oscar, who is a designer and all-around creative. The first part is my just talking through some frustrations a struggle and getting my thoughts out. I hope you get some help just seeing a couple of creatives have a conversation about branding while I am trying to work through my re-branding. I wanted to pull back the covers and let others see what it's like before it is introduced. It’s a ton of passion, love, and work that is going into everything I do. I do love it!   

Enjoy and thanks for watching.  

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Anthony Francis is an artist, photographer, speaker, and educator here in San Antonio Texas. I recently came across his work and was so drawn to the incredible emotion and storytelling. I. have also come to find he is such a kind and open person.

We sat down and talk about his journey as an artist and poet. We discuss how pivotal moments often reveal and refine you and Anthony share practical insights for others looking to figure out how to balance make a living and doing your passion.

Anthony's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonycfrancis/ 

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James Castro operates an incredible custom suit brand called Limatus Bespoke. I have been in love with this brand from day one. Every touchpoint is so thoughtful and intentional. I could tell before I ever spoke with anyone from the team that they really care about their customers. James was kind enough to sit down and talk through the ups and downs of running a luxury brand while navigating a global pandemic. I continue to be impressed by this company and I hope this conversation can help.

website: https://www.limatusbespoke.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limatusbespoke/ 

James's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arent_you_that_suit_guy/ 

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I wanted to talk about the fact growing up it was never talked about the idea that I could be a stay-at-home dad and I really wish that idea would have been discussed. I wanted to talk about the fact that if I could I would love to stay at home and clean and help the kids with their school work. I think it's where I am most comfortable. As we break down gender norms I think it's really important to talk with your partner. It can look different than one breadwinner. More importantly, don't just assume it's the woman who will stay home when kids come. If you are anything like me be open to taking on that responsibility. I wish I had. I just wish I would have seen the option was there.

Even though I did not, I was abler to find an employer that shared my desires and valued the type of father I wanted to be. That's why self-awareness is so vital and the sooner you are able to uncover that the more liberty you will have to become fully you.   

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Jordan is a professional software engineer consultant and for the last few years, lived and worked in the San Fransisco bay area, designing and developing software for a range of clients in Silicon Valley. He decided to flip the script, sell all his stuff to live and work full time remote with no home base. I have long admired Jordan's unique perspective on the world, Mostly because it causes me to challenge my viewpoint. (great traits I tend to look for in friend)   

We talk about this and so much more in our almost 2-hour conversation together. The biggest thing to look at in this conversation is this, notice how Jordan says things like, “I’m not sure if a agree with this but I am trying this notion on s a possible viewpoint...” Or, “let's just say [this notion or believe] is true…now let’s follow this logic”. It's his ability to try on a new concept to see if it could add value or understanding. He allows himself to be "wrong" in order to discover more clarification. In further conversation with him, he said:  

"I think that I don't identify myself as 'I know the Truth' but rather 'I am one who can uncover truth'". 

 Jordan's website - https://www.studiocorsair.com Jordan 

on twitter - https://twitter.com/JordanRejaud  

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Okay, I know this is crazy long but I took an evening to sit down with two of my favorite creative people I have worked with, and that is none other than Oscar Tijerina and Wayne Hartman. Both are super creative from 2 very diverse backgrounds. Wayne is super technical and Oscar comes from the Design world but both are equally creative. This conversation breakdown the notion that creativity is part of a title and explains how it is a necessary part of every title. From developer to designer to business leader, creativity is part of every human being.

I hope you enjoy this conversation. 

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Minute Monday is where I talk about the business side of being an artist. It is the place I share how and why I am doing to create a life making a living doing what I love. This is my journey  In this update, I first talk a little about creating time to do the actions that will lead to the outcomes you desire. Then I go through some business approaches I am trying.

Rebekkah's insta - https://www.instagram.com/rebekkahcefai/ 

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Had a really great conversation with my friend Rebekkah. We talk through how she is navigating this time with COVID as a freelance artist/photographer among many other things that can keep you being creative in a time that is so trying.

Eileen and I talk publishing. Traditional vs self-publishing. I have spent the past 6 years publishing 5 volumes of an annual magazine centered on learning how to live life intentionally. Eileen has published her first book last year and has two additional books in the works. She prefers going through a publisher on all her projects. So she shares her experience, why she chose to get a publisher, how she went about finding one (in America and in France).  

If you are interested, here is the previous interview I did with  Eileen last year for more details on publishing her first book. (https://youtu.be/t_A_G5gZOd8)  

Eileen's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theautismcafe/ 

Eileen's website -  https://theautismcafe.com 

Eileen's 1st book - amzn.to/2YnUFts 

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This is my most vulnerable conversation yet. Matt and I talk about our time working together designer/developer apps together. We then spend the majority of our time sharing each their experience leaving Mormonism/LDS church (and religion in general for me). It is not an easy topic to address. It gets very personal and very detailed but we both hope that this conversation can be helpful for someone.

I believe religion can give people a framework which they can use to navigate life. If you find a framework/religion that works for you and helps you become a more loving, caring person, that is great. For me religion was not a framework that was helpful but I want to be clear, my intention is to continue to be respectful of other people’s beliefs. Yet at the same time, we are sharing our stories of what has been our experience and how it was very much counter to the narrative we were taught growing up in the church. 

My story is mine. Your story is yours. My hope is we can hear each other’s story and use that new information to challenge our own assumptions and prior beliefs in order to create more well-rounded belief systems, individually and as a collective. 

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3vies Volume 32 PDF Preview (my written story) - https://3vies.com/vol32-preview

Joseph Smith Papers Matt referenced - https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/paper-summary/revelation-book-1/15

David Whitmer’s published address/experience - https://books.google.com/books?id=wVU3AAAAMAAJ&pg=PA1&source=gbs_selected_pages&cad=3#v=onepage&q&f=false

CES Letters is another helpful resource - https://cesletter.org