As in previous years (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) here is my annual recap of how my year unfolded.

In January, I took some time off, did some research and got my studio in order.

In February, I hibernated and worked on a custom mural (more to come on that).

In March, I was a guest on the Canadian Typography Archives new series, Type Nights in Canada (video here). I also lead a private workshop for the design students at Toronto Metropolitan University.

In April, I started a huge window painting project for Aesop - approx. 80 hours of painting in 2 Toronto locations (Queen Street West, Eaton Centre), and 5 NYC locations (NOMAD, Upper West Side, Madison Avenue, Park Slope, Williamsburg). Also, solar eclipse = amazing!

In May, I wrapped up the Aesop project in NYC. I also restocked Ontario Fruit shirts and launched the new Daddy shirts. I also created a special new tote bag for Annick Press' relaunch of Robert Munsch’s 1980 classic, The Paper Bag Princess. And I was a portfolio reviewer for Adobe's Creative Retreat in Toronto.

In June, I created a custom chalkboard for a real estate staging. I completed some custom sign painting elements for Chatelaine magazine. And then I headed west and taught sign painting workshops in Calgary and Saskatoon, in partnership with DesCan. I also painted a sign for the new Blackbird Baking Co. at St. Lawrence Market.

In July, I worked on a custom tote bag for Pupo's Supermarket in Welland, ON. And I turned 42!

In August, I started painting some murals for a paediatric dentistry office in Toronto.

In September, I made my way to Vancouver. I presented my talk, Sign Painting and the Rise of the Analog, at Type Brigade, as part of DesignVancouver Festival (video here). I taught a public sign painting workshop at Emily Carr University of Art + Design, in partnership with DesCan. And then I offered a special 3-hour sign painting intensive for the fourth year Communication Design students at Emily Carr. I also launched a collaborative mural project with Light+Paper at St. Mike's hospital.

In October, I created a new painting for the Buddies in Bad Times Art Attack auction.

In November, I launched my new holiday card designs (here and here).

In December, I participated in City of Craft, Toronto's largest not-for-profit, juried craft show. And to close the year, I completed a new anaglyph self-portrait.

2024 was a rollercoaster, but I am grateful to continue doing the work that I love. I look forward to what 2025 will bring.

Thanks again!