So we had a small get-together today with other New Media Arts faculty and family. It was fun…you know, just a casual lunch potluck get-together where there’s always way too much food. You know, I was a little intimidated. Not because these folks weren’t cool. They’ve been SUPER nice to me since I’ve started lecturing and...
Read MoreFlattery gets you everywhere
I’m not above flattery – a student said I looked “25” today. hahahah…snorkle….hahaha. “Automatic A for you!” Naaaah, I keed. I’m a fair guy. Growing up I think I’ve been on both sides of the fence before. I’m a typical Chinese kid…you know, the ones with the parents that spend their...
Read MoreOld as heck
Next year I may end up being invited to my…err… 20th high school reunion. I’m sorry, there’s no other reaction I can say other then the truth, “Fuck, that’s old.” I mean, seriously, TWENTY. Where the hell did that go? Honestly, in my mind’s eye (frankly the only eye that counts for me) I don’t feel...
Read MoreLosing control
Once in a while I feel like I’m losing control… I got all this responsibility, which naturally comes with some success right? You know, I got this new condo, I got momentum in my business, I got this new teaching thing, I have a beautiful wife and a kid on the way… Alright, I know, “You want all that stuff, you gotta put up with...
Read MoreAbout Me
LoweStudio Inc was founded by me, Raphael Lowe, a Honolulu based illustrator and web designer. I presently design and manage a few dozen commercial websites, but my main focus these days is acting as the head developer for Kapiolani Community College and teaching New Media Arts.