AIGA Kansas City

Set the tone of your year with higher productivity. Join us for a virtual workshop with @CAVEDAY on 1/25 to explore the concept of deep work. Past attendees say, Loved learning how to work in mono-focused sprints and taking breaks to maximize productivity and mental energy." Register today. https://bit.ly/2JRZ41A

Want to contribute to the influence of design, further your professional development & get connected with a community of peers? Join AIGA KC today! Membership includes discounts on services & products, exclusive access to job opportunities & more! Visit kc.aiga.org

Be a dear and send some cheer, to someone who has made your year. DM for a card , and it won't be hard, to deliver a smile to someone near.... It's been a rough year, and there's no better time to say, "Thanks for making this year bearable." We've got a free postcard for those who DM us! We'll even attach a stamp! *Quantities limited*

*THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT*Thanks to all those who signed up! If you haven't signed up for tomorrow's @Babeshelpinbabes interactive session on awareness for gender inequality issues in the workplace, it's not too late! It will be an unfiltered discussion helping push boundaries, educate, and inspire allyship in the gender-equity movement. Save your spot at kc.aiga.org

19 local designers and artists from your very own community got together to collab on one epic Kansas City poster in a series created by @cogrid19 and printed by @risolve. Order your very own KC #risograph poster and support Kansas City Regional COVID-19 Response & Recovery Fund https://www.cogrid19.com/

Next Tuesday lunch time join the UX Professional Association in Kansas City for a presentation and discussion on amping up your design culture at work. Justin Dauer speaks internationally on culture and design and is the Vice President of Human-Centered Design and Development at bswift. Read more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/people-first-culture-people-fi

Have you claimed your spot for the Sike Style Mural Tour? Join Sike, artist and owner of Sike Style industries, for a walking mural tour around the Crossroads on 11/15. We'll explore the diverse murals, street art, and graffiti and learn about the backstories of the art. Wear your mask and walking shoes, and of course, bring a camera to take advantage of some great photo ops along the way! Spots are limited for social distancing purposes, so reserve yours now! https://bit.ly/3n33l0k

Creative Culture Spotlight: Keeyoung Kim @sura.eats Born in Seoul, Korea but raised in the DC, Kim's love for food began at home. Having helped launch several concepts, ranging from coffee, frozen yogurt, and Italian food, Kim moved to KC in 2016. Sura Eats is a team of people preparing inspiring experiences in the form of comfort food. Watch and eat(!!) as Keeyoung prepares kimchi fried rice with spam at our Creative Culture series Dec. 14. DON'T WAIT. Visit kc.aiga.org to register.

Creative Culture Spotlight: Fannie Gibson @fannies_west_african_cuisine_ Owner of Fannie’s West African Cuisine, Gibson was born and raised in Liberia in West Africa. When she came to America, she wanted to share the same foods her grandmother used to make. Since 2018, Fannie’s has been the Kansas City area's go-to spot for authentic West African food. Don't miss your chance to see her make a traditional peanut butter soup at our Creative Culture series Dec. 14. Visit kc.aiga.org to register.

Ready for a change in scenery? Join us and Phil Sike Style Shafer, artist and owner of Sike Style industries, for a guided walking mural tour around the Crossroads Arts District on 11/15 from 1-2:30pm! Explore diverse examples of murals, street art, and graffiti and learn the differences of each, while hearing the backstory of the design and points of interests. Wear your mask and walking shoes, and of course, bring a camera to take advantage of some great photo ops along t...he way! Spots are limited for social distancing purposes, so reserve yours now! https://kc.aiga.org//sike-style-industries-mural-tour-and/

Are you a #KC creative with 5+ yrs of experience? If so, we hope you consider being a part of our mentorship program "Creative Connections!" Wanna help strengthen the #KC design community & assist in the growth of our young local creatives.? Click here: kc.aiga.org

Sign up now for Abby Kallenbach's interactive session focused on bringing awareness to gender inequality issues in the workplace. Presented by #Babeshelpinbabes. Tickets at kc.aiga.org

Today’s the day! Celebrate democracy the most powerful way possible by casting your vote and letting your voice be heard. #vote

On November 11, don’t miss @Babeshelpinbaes Abby Kallenbach lead an interactive session focused on bringing awareness to gender inequality issues in the workplace. We’ll learn how to effect change and take action to help foster more diverse and equitable environments. Learn more at kc.aiga.org

Dia de Muertos begins today! Dia de los Muertos is a special holiday in Mexico and other Latin American countries, where the life of a loved who has passed is celebrated. Link below to learn more about this holiday. https://dayofthedead.holiday/

#HappyHalloween to all our creative pumpkins

Don’t forget to register for tomorrow’s virtual workshop with Caveday. Founder Jake Kahana will discuss the concept of deep work and how to get more done in less time. You’ll leave feeling refreshed, focused, and ready to tackle that next challenge. http://ow.ly/yGRM50BYHPG

Finished #voting via mail in ballot? Or did you decided to head to the polls on Nov. 3? Either way if you're unsure of where to turn in your ballot or a bit confused about the location of your polling place visit vote.org.

Last chance to sign up for this online workshop with Marisol Ortega! Learn from this pro and get ready to express your voice via design. Each ticket sold includes assets created by Ortega and a custom Procreate brush. Ready to create? kc.aiga.org

Taking care of yourself is critical, especially today. Join us for a virtual workshop with Caveday on 10/29 to explore the concept of deep work. You’ll uncover new tricks to improve the quality of your life by improving the quality of your work. http://ow.ly/KXhF50BYHTj