Embracing Creativity: Lessons Learned at BVFW

April 30, 2024Don't Quit

My time at BVFW in ATL was a whirlwind of inspiration and discovery. Amidst the vibrant chaos of the event, I found myself engaged in a truly transformative dialogue with a film director. This unexpected encounter shifted my perspective on visual art and branding in ways I never anticipated.

As we conversed amidst the bustling energy of BVFW, I was drawn into a world where storytelling transcended traditional boundaries. The film director's insights were not only enlightening but also deeply inspiring. They spoke of the dynamic synergy between fashion and film, revealing the untapped potential for collaboration and innovation within the creative realm.

This exchange served as a profound educational awakening for me. It showcased the interconnectedness of different mediums and emphasized the importance of authenticity and emotion in captivating an audience. As I absorbed their words, I began to realize the transformative power of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Each interaction at BVFW left a lasting impression on me. From fellow creatives to designers and enthusiasts, I was grateful for the diverse perspectives and insights shared. These encounters contributed to the rich tapestry of my journey, shaping the way I approach my craft.

Departing from BVFW, I carried with me a renewed sense of purpose and a hunger to explore new avenues in my branding journey. Inspired by the lessons learned and the connections made, I am eager to infuse my work with newfound insights and embark on a journey of exploration and experimentation.

In hindsight, I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of such an inspiring event. Each moment was a reminder of the boundless possibilities that lie within the intersection of fashion, film, and branding. With a heart full of gratitude and a mind brimming with inspiration, I look forward to the adventures that lie ahead in my creative journey.

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #omniversity, #design, #communications, #education, #logo, #hoodie, #intern, #artlife, #inspiration, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #publicart, #visualcommunication, #community, #collaborations, #marketing, #advertising, #painting, #art, #book, #branding, #theroncookart, #dontquit, #colors, #visa, #dior

Bovtiqve Fashion Week ATL. Celebrating the creativity and innovation of fashion and art

April 23, 2024Theron Cook

We are attending Bovtiqve Fashion Week ATL, eager to explore the latest trends and connect with fellow fashion enthusiasts, while also immersing ourselves in the vibrant art display that accompanies the event, celebrating the creativity and innovation of both fashion and art. Theron Cook is one of the visual artist that will be displaying his art along side the runway show.

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #omniversity, #design, #communications, #education, #logo, #artlife, #inspiration, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural

We Are The Medicine Documentary Film Screening

April 18, 2024Don't Quit

Grateful to witness and be able to support the work-in-progress screening of ‘We Are The Medicine’ Telling a story of healing through the lens of hip hop culture. @radiokismet @awondrousmind @realsway @theestebanserrano @strokes_for_the_folks thanks for the #love wearing my custom #handpainted #tshirt #theroncookart @eblackstl @deran32 and many others have come together to curate a deeply vulnerable documentary to help illuminate their healing experiences with medicine and how the medicine movements have impacted BIPOC communities..

The pre-screening film event we attended left an indelible mark, urging us not to quit but to persevere. Amidst the anticipation and nerves, there was a notable moment when one of the panelists received his shirt adorned with a captivating and original drawing. Crafted by us but inspired by the themes of the pre-screen film, which explored the contrast between conventional medicine and natural remedies. Upon closer inspection, the drawing on the shirt encapsulated a mix of emotions, mirroring the complexities of this debate—hope in medical advances, resilience in the face of illness, and the inherent power of nature's healing properties. It served as a poignant reminder that even amidst this ongoing discourse, there's strength to be found in exploring diverse approaches to wellness, and giving up is never the answer. The event not only left us inspired but also instilled a newfound determination to navigate life's health challenges with courage and an open mind, thanks to the thought-provoking message conveyed by the film.

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categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, teaching
tags #dontquit, theroncookart, #logo, #mural, #colors, #design, #theroncookart, #artislife

Canvas of Connection: The Rat Park Mural and Addiction Insights

March 28, 2024Don't Quit

A captivating mural stands as a tribute to the Rat Park experiments, embodying the groundbreaking research of American psychologist Dr. Bruce Alexander. Inspired by Alexander's seminal work in the 1970s, the mural vividly captures how rats in socially enriched environments favored plain water over drug-laced alternatives—a stark departure from the addiction patterns observed in isolated cage settings. This artistic endeavor, proudly hosted by Recovery Coaching Services, Inc., beautifully portrays the transformative power of social connection on addiction, advocating for a compassionate shift in treatment paradigms that prioritize human interaction. Dr. Sederer underscores the significance of clinicians embracing patients' social contexts and relationships, echoing the mural's message of empathy and understanding as integral to effective treatment and recovery.

For further insights, delve into the article on Rat Park

If you or a loved one are battling a similar struggle, consider visiting Recovery Coaching Services, Inc. at 505 Penn St 1st Floor, Reading, PA 19601 or explore their website at recoverycoachingservices.com.

Video link: https://youtube.com/shorts/7XQQtzJta9U

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, painting, luxury, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #omniversity, #communications, #education, #mural

Branding vs Marketing "Interdependence"

March 13, 2024Theron Cook

Interdependence: Marketing and branding are interconnected and complement each other. Effective marketing can enhance brand awareness and reputation, while a strong brand can positively influence marketing efforts and customer loyalty.

**Budget-Friendly Tips to stay connected :** Utilize free or low-cost market research tools, conduct DIY brand audits, tap into internal resources, and seek feedback from existing customers. Leverage online learning resources, focus on high-impact changes, explore affordable design solutions, and take an iterative approach.
By combining these strategies, you can conduct a thorough evaluation and refresh your brand identity effectively within budget constraints. Remember, creativity, resourcefulness, and strategic prioritization are key to success in this process.

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tags #intern, #omniversity, #communications, #education, #logo, #hoodie, #artlife, #inspiration, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #publicart, #visualcommunication, #community, #collaborations, #marketing, #advertising, #painting, #art, #book, #branding, #theroncookart, #colors, #dontquit

Fresh Perspectives: Redefining Your Brand Identity

March 12, 2024Don't Quit

Regularly evaluating and refreshing your brand identity is vital in today's fast-paced business environment to remain competitive and resonate with consumers. Here's why it's crucial and how to do it on a budget:

Evolve with Change: Consumer preferences and market dynamics evolve rapidly. Regular evaluation ensures your brand remains aligned with the current landscape, adapting to changes like shifts in demographics or product offerings.

Values are the Heartbeat of Your Brand: Industries are always evolving, with new competitors emerging. Regular updates ensure your brand stands out while maintaining consistency across all touchpoints, establishing trust and recognition among consumers. With societal tides changing, it's essential to ensure your identity still reflects valuable values while connecting with your audience on a deeper level.

Trendy Transformation: As societal values shift, brands must ensure their identity reflects these changes to connect with their audience. A refreshed brand identity can generate excitement, attracting new customers while re-engaging existing ones.

Perception is Reality: Perception influences consumer behavior significantly. Regular evaluation helps improve how your brand is perceived, positioning you effectively against competitors. It also reflects your brand's growth and evolution, signaling to consumers that you're progressive.

Budget-Friendly Tips to stay connected : Utilize free or low-cost market research tools, conduct DIY brand audits, tap into internal resources, and seek feedback from existing customers. Leverage online learning resources, focus on high-impact changes, explore affordable design solutions, and take an iterative approach.

By combining these strategies, you can conduct a thorough evaluation and refresh your brand identity effectively within budget constraints. Remember, creativity, resourcefulness, and strategic prioritization are key to success in this process.

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #intern, #omniversity, #communications, #education, #logo, #hoodie, #artlife, #inspiration, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #publicart, #visualcommunication, #community, #collaborations, #marketing, #advertising, #painting, #art, #book, #branding, #theroncookart, #colors, #dontquit

Unveiling Our Debut Experience: Branding vs. Marketing

March 05, 2024Don't Quit

🚀 Get Ready to Spark Your Creativity! 🚀

Exciting news! Our highly anticipated livestream is about to launch, and is set to ignite your creativity. Join us as we delve into the captivating world of Branding versus Marketing, focusing on crafting your unique creative identity.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this experience promises to deliver actionable insights and inspiration to fuel your creative journey.

Tune in or risk missing out on rewiring your creative mindset! 🎧✨

PS: Join in and Listen closely: to tomorrow's livestream for a chance to snag these hoodies at 20% off with a special promo code announcement ! 🎧

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*BRANDING INSIDE OUT WITTH INTENTIONAL ART.*

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #intern, #omniversity, #communications, #education, #logo, #hoodie, #artlife, #inspiration, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #publicart, #visualcommunication, #community, #collaborations, #marketing, #advertising, #painting, #art, #book, #branding, #theroncookart, #colors, #dontquit

Incorporating Art into Marketing

February 27, 2024Theron Cook

Dive into the captivating fusion of art and marketing!
This week, we're thrilled to partner with Enersys for an exciting corporate painting session, showcasing how storytelling can take on diverse expressions. WE explore the power of visual storytelling and emotional resonance in branding. Don't Quit couldn't be prouder of the master piece that came from the unity and collaboration. #ArtMeetsMarketing #BrandStorytelling #enersys #unity #dontquit #brandsmart

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categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #marketing, #omniversity, #communications, #education, #logo, #advertising, #hoodie, #painting, #art, #artlife, #inspiration, #book, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #branding, #publicart, #theroncookart, #visualcommunication, #community, #colors, #dontquit, #collaborations

Celebrating Our Amazing Clients this Valentine's Day! ❤️

February 14, 2024Theron Cook

Clean Plates Vegan Food Drinks & More!
Location: 35 N. 6th St. 1st Floor Food Court Reading PA

Client Journey to success

Meet Keisha Benz a young, tech-savvy entrepreneur passionate about her business and is in need of a brand identity visual communication logo design to establish a strong presence in the market. She understands the importance of visual communication and is
eager to create a logo that reflects her brand's personality and values. Keisha wants her logo to be memorable and instantly recognizable.

Mindset:
Keisha is highly motivated and ambitious. She believes that a strong brand identity will help differentiate her business from competitors
and attract a loyal customer base. She is willing to put in the time and effort to create a visually appealing logo design that resonates with her target audience.

Budget:
Keisha understands that a well-designed logo can have a significant impact on her brand's success and is willing to invest a reasonable
amount of money. She has set aside a budget to work with a professional logo designer Brand smArtS, as she values quality and expertise. The rest is history!

Congratulations on your new location. Much success and prosperity!

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #marketing, #, #intern, #omniversity, #communications, #education, #logo, #advertising, #hoodie, #painting, #art, #artlife, #inspiration, #book, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #branding, #publicart, #theroncookart, #visualcommunication, #community, #colors, #dontquit

Celebrating Our Amazing Clients this Valentine's Day!

February 13, 2024Don't Quit

Hey DQ Butterflies,

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, we couldn't let the occasion pass without expressing our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. You're the heartbeat of our business, and we're here to shout it from the rooftops: we love our clients! Let's take a trip down memory lane, shall we? From our very first encounter to the countless milestones we've celebrated together, the journey has been nothing short of amazing. It's the shared experiences, the highs, and even the occasional challenge that have brought us closer and made us stronger as a team. But what really sets our relationship apart is the personal touch. We're not just a company; we're your partners in success.

Whether it's tailoring our services to fit your unique needs or going the extra mile to surprise you with something special, we're always here to make your experience unforgettable. And let's not forget the celebrations! From the small wins to the big victories, every success is worth celebrating when we're in it together. So here's to you, our incredible clients. Thank you for your unwavering support, your loyalty, and your trust. We're honored to be a part of your journey, and we can't wait to see what the future holds.

"Be the magnet of LOVE"

Don't Quit!

From here at Don't Quit Omniversity, happy Valentine's Day! Here's to many more memories, successes, and celebrations together. Feel free to leave a comment telling us your favorite memory.

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, love, Identity, Theron Cook
tags #marketing, #intern, #omniversity, #communications, #education, #logo, #advertising, #hoodie, #painting, #art, #, #artlife, #inspiration, #book, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #branding, #publicart, #theroncookart, #visualcommunication, #community, #colors, #dontquit

February Is For Exploring Emotions

February 06, 2024Theron Cook

Diving in and focusing in on how brands express love through visuals.

Heartfelt Imagery: Brands can use visuals that contain heart symbols or heart-shaped objects to evoke feelings of love and affection. This can be in the form of illustrations, graphics, or even product packaging designs. Also Emotional Storytelling: Brands can create visual narratives that tell heartwarming stories or depict moments of love and connection. Lastly a Romantic Color Palette: By incorporating colors commonly associated with love, such as shades of pink, red, and pastels, brands can convey emotions of love and tenderness. This can be applied to logos, website designs, social media posts, or even product aesthetics. See example below.
To learn more about how brands express love through visuals check out our instagram!

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, Identity, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching, Theron Cook
tags #marketing, #intern, #omniversity, #communications, #education, #logo, #advertising, #hoodie, #painting, #art, #, #artlife, #inspiration, #book, #brandsmarts, #identity, #mural, #artislife, #branding, #publicart, #theroncookart, #visualcommunication, #community, #colors, #dontquit

Connecting Businesses to Inner-City Culture

January 23, 2024Theron Cook

Don’t Quit branding services offers a new and improved way of branding. By collaborating with a multidisciplinary approach, to focus on the core principles of brand value, identity, and strategy. This Brand Visual Communication System is known as Brand SmARTS™

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching
tags #marketing, #intern, #omniversity, #education, #advertising, #hoodie, #painting, #art, #artlife, #inspiration, #book, #brandsmarts, #mural, #artislife, #branding, #publicart, #theroncookart, #visualcommunication, #community, #dontquit

DON'T QUIT MURAL at Reading Iron Playground 4K

January 19, 2024Theron Cook

A Cosmic Game of Imagination, Creation, and Sportsmanship

In a quest to inspire imagination, creation, and sportsmanship, join our intrepid astronaut in a thrilling extraterrestrial adventure. Witness their unwavering determination to conquer the challenges of zero gravity, as they use their boundless imagination to invent extraordinary sports in the vastness of space. Braving solitude, the astronaut embodies the spirit of sportsmanship, pushing themselves to the limit while encouraging others to do the same. As they defy gravity and push through obstacles, this mesmerizing journey reminds us of the importance of perseverance: No matter the odds or difficulties, the message resounds loud and clear - Don't Quit.

categories art, Brand smARTS, branding, don't quit, learning, love, luxury, painting, rose, teaching
tags #marketing, #omniversity, #education, #intern, #advertising, #hoodie, #painting, #art, #artlife, #inspiration, #book, #brandsmarts, #artislife, #branding, #theroncookart, #visualcommunication, #community, #dontquit, #mural, #publicart

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Embracing Creativity: Lessons Learned at BVFW

April 30, 2024Don't Quit

Bovtiqve Fashion Week ATL. Celebrating the creativity and innovation of fashion and art

April 23, 2024Theron Cook

We Are The Medicine Documentary Film Screening

April 18, 2024Don't Quit

Canvas of Connection: The Rat Park Mural and Addiction Insights

March 28, 2024Don't Quit

Branding vs Marketing "Interdependence"

March 13, 2024Theron Cook

Fresh Perspectives: Redefining Your Brand Identity

March 12, 2024Don't Quit

Unveiling Our Debut Experience: Branding vs. Marketing

March 05, 2024Don't Quit

Incorporating Art into Marketing

February 27, 2024Theron Cook

Celebrating Our Amazing Clients this Valentine's Day! ❤️

February 14, 2024Theron Cook

Celebrating Our Amazing Clients this Valentine's Day!

February 13, 2024Don't Quit

February Is For Exploring Emotions

February 06, 2024Theron Cook

Connecting Businesses to Inner-City Culture

January 23, 2024Theron Cook

DON'T QUIT MURAL at Reading Iron Playground 4K

January 19, 2024Theron Cook