The event began with a presentation from Mike Shamassian of Shmaze Custom Coatings who detailed his Custom Design Studio- a state of the art facility that revolutionized color design and prototype development. He had on hand some of his magnificent custom work, from ski goggles, to sunglasses, to smart phones, laptop computer covers, automotive features and even a fantastic hair dryer! Companies like Oakley, Nokia, Blackberry, Giro, Nissan and Motorola are clients and it is easy to see why. Mike showed amazing finishes that pushed the innovation envelope for color, sheen, texture and effect.
Next, the Color Workshop started and the groups started on what would eventually become the SoCal Chroma Zone palette of 12 colors. Each Chroma Zone palette- New York, SoCal, Chicago etc... will be displayed at the International Meeting in San Antonio in September and in addition, the palettes are available to CMG members. The work halted for lunch and our second speaker, but resumed with great energy and lasted until campus closed!
After lunch we heard from our second presenter, Vicky Deger. Vicky is a costume designer and wardrobe stylist working in LA and I first met this interesting Aussie on the set of a TV commercial shoot. Vicky treated us with an overview of her work and the process he uses to determine color and style choices for projects. We got the inside scoop on subjects like the use of color to subtly covey messages to the viewer, the implications of color and style choices on film, dressing kids and more. We were also lucky to have Vicky participate in the Color Workshops.
In addition to the event content, our hosts from the FIDM displayed inspiring student work throughout the room and campus. They also made available a collection of gowns that were on display for participants to view at their leisure.
The next CMG event is the big International Conference set for September in San Antonio. Registration for the conference and rooms at the conference hotel are OPEN!
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