Gibran® Studios

This ain't a Game Boy

I found myself saying the phrase "This ain't a Game Boy" with regularity. As so happens these days a saying or play on words inspires my art & illustration.

Paddle, Wait, Create

I've heard numerous interviews by some of my favorite creators / artists where this concept of being available for the ideas is central to the creative process. Putting yourself in the right positi...

Social Norms

The need to distinguish individuals based on ethnicity is a very real one apparently. As far back as I can remember – not knowing what to put down or filling out the other ____________ section has ...

Hustlin

I'm not much of a runner. They never expected me to run for a first down during my NFL career. While the "hustling" term is an industry fav used by entrepreneurs and so called "grinders" – I can't ...

Non Stop

Now this concept of Non Stop really resonates with me. The appetite for more - further seems less about ambition but more about enjoyment. Like wherever the train is headed – I'm here for it. It's ...

Wedding Graphic & Design

One of the unexpected perks of opening @gibranseattle 8 months was the cool and rad people that I’ve met who’ve come in to check out the designs.Speaking of which a terrific pair of humans got enga...

You know I'm Dicey

Continuing with my theme of using a phrase to drive design. Chop it up.

Sneaky Tiger

The Sunset Inn

What can I say? – lounging poolside watching the sunset just feels right. I mean who would say no to this ever? This piece really came down to a significance on the color choices + setting. While v...

Grab me a towel