http://www.designers421.org Welcome to Designers421 Virtual Network! Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:23:10 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Wouldn’t it be amazing if we could turn our humongous e-waste problem into a source of something we all need – like shoes? Well, vegan footwear company extraordinaire, Olsenhaus, is doing just that with their Fall Winter 2010 collection. Their always fashion forward heels, peep toes, and booties are all ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/2017 As promised, D421 is highlighting women designers from a variety of design disciplines and culture backgrounds to celebrate their collective creative impact on the world.  Today, we'd like to introduce you to Karen Oh, a passionate Korean-American visual communication designer who we met several years ago at an ICOGRADA conference ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1981 In 1978, California’s Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women initiated a "Women's History Week,” with the focal point of the activities landing on March 8th, International Women’s Day. Through the continued efforts of women across America, the annual celebration grew in its scope and significance. Then, in 1987 ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1978 Another February has come to an end far too quickly! It seems we have only just begun to share and celebrate the important contributions that black designers have made to enrich lives. However, the important thing to remember is that black history month is simply the one moment through the ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1974 As Black History Month 2010 draws to a close today, we hope the collective celebration has provided enough knowledge and cultural pride to fuel your creative endeavors for the rest of the year. Before we wrap up our own celebration here, at D421, there's one more great story we'd like ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1954 We are always excited to see members of the design community who are passionately engaged in activities that broaden our collective reach. D421 member Atim Oton definitely fits the bill.  You've probably seen our posting about the 2011 design conference in Africa that she's planning.  And, if you haven't heard ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1930 As part of the D421 Black History Month 2010 celebration, today we're celebrating design master Noel Mayo.  As a designer, educator, and entrepreneur, Noel has influenced the careers and lives of many. [caption id="attachment_1921" align="alignleft" width="175" caption="Noel Mayo"][/caption] In 1960, after becoming the first African American to receive ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1904 It's Black History Month and D421 has been thinking alot about not only designers of African descent in North America, but our counterparts on the African continent as well.  So, we reached out to Nii Commey Botchway, a designer and educator from Ghana and South Africa, to see what's on his mind. "Design ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1907 During Black History Month, the call for community feels stronger than ever. So, it seems an appropriate time to think about community and things we can do to improve our collective growth.  This topic is timeless and must be something we continue to discuss across time, generations, locale, discipline, and ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1893 Continuing with D421's Black History Month 2010 celebration, today we're recognizing Charles (Chuck) Harrison and his design contribution to the world.  Chuck who has mentored and taught many designers is well-loved. And you probably know more about him than you think. If you've ever played with a ... http://www.designers421.org/archives/1861