Sketches of Frank Gehry (Film)

This film has recently, easily become, one of my very favorites. 

Frank Gehry, the leading, most amazing, outrageous, interesting architect in the world has changed my life. 

His journey leading him to his many accomplishments is something I will never forget. Pushing through his experience with Anti-Semitism in college, and his own personal fears of his work, Mr. Gehry, in my opinion, is one of the most remarkable, human beings to ever live. 

Gehry's designs are not only incredible to look at, but they are monumental in every way possible. His view on the world, creativity and architecture has shaped and formed more then you can even imagine possible. 

From his personal, one of a kind creative process to his final product, surprises are always found. Gehry has truly paved the path and any who follow are bound for greatness. 

This is a film I can watch time-and-time again, and each time learn something new and interesting. Simply outstanding. 

Mardi Gras (Made in China) Film

China, not a country known for improving the world, that's for sure. As investigators traveled into factories (or, as seen on this film, sweat-shops) I was shocked at the story that these brave reporters discovered. 

Making hundreds upon hundreds of Mardi Gras beads per day, these workers are abused, used and stuck. Stuck in the worst working conditions I personally have ever seen. Underpaid and Over-worked, these uneducated, impoverished Men and Women are so brainwashed, they are actually grateful for their situation. 

Many workers actually drop out of the education system to work and live at these factories. While only aloud to sleep 3-4 hours a night, with no sick days and only Sunday's off, these facilities, only running due to the "American Way" have sickened me. 

The Chinese government, and the factory owners have taken advantage of these poor individuals for years and no one seems to be doing anything about it. As a few of the workers were interviewed by the investigators, the secrets began to unravel- of course denied by both the Chinese Government as well as the factory owners, both benefitting from the mistreatment of these workers. 

This film, truly opened my eyes to just how awful the Chinese government is and how lucky I am to be in the situation I am in, living in the country that I do, attending the school that I do. It is such a terrible thing to know that so many people have to (unknowingly) suffer, due to the selfishness and stupidity of the majority of Americans. 

The Reuter Organ Company

The Reuter Organ Company, is remarkable. The amount of work that goes into making just one of their quality, one-of-a-kind Organs it truly impressive. Each Organ has a lifetime guarentee which makes The Reuter Organ Company one of the leading Organ Companies in the world. From Churches to Universities this company does it all. Quality work and craftsmanship is used when assembeling and repairing each work of genuis. Who knew Lawrence his so many talented craftsman. Truly outstanding.

Cell Phone Dissection

Time Piece Project

Huhtamaki

Huhtamaki. A hidden gem of the great state of Kansas. Usually only noticed while in passing, driving back to and from the City of Lawrence and last week I had the privilege of investigating this mystery of a company. In passing, Huhtamaki is commonly mistaken for a Japanese company based off of the name itself, when really the name is European.

Huhtamaki, is an amazing company. The facility itself is so big that they have entire freight trains unloading directly into their facility. Huhtamaki, is one of the leading paper and plastic product companies in the world. With well known companies such as Blue-Bunny, Wendy’s and Wal-Mart being their leading clients/customers you can imagine the amount of production that happens within the facility. 

Although there were some faults found, investigated during class discussion, in my opinion this company is on its way to great things. With custom machines being made for the production of their widely used, well known "comfort cups “one could only assume that we have not even begun to see the peeking point of what this company can do. 

Tape Dispenser Project