Parachute Creative is a Santa Cruz based collective specializing in design, branding, digital media solutions and marketing. Our passion for aesthetic forward thinking drives us to generate stimulating and representative design, prevalent in the versatility and originality of our creative process. We strive to contribute to our community to promote sustainable growth, innovation, collaboration and most of all: the ability to adapt in any climate. Underpinned by a maxim of uncompromising quality, free formed concepts will fit seamlessly within the client’s tone and roots.Tumblr (3.0; @parachutecreative)http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/<img src="http://7.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kqhve06omi1qzc2vmo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p><a href="http://www.12seconds.tv">12seconds.tv’s</a> latest application, 12mail, is creating a new beginning for virtual communication. The only application that combines both twitter and facebook platforms for video messaging, this thing is defo going to be standard on iPhones everywhere. Check out the logo we created, and go to the <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=327999929&mt=8">app store</a> now and get it while it’s hot. Hot meaning free!</p> <p>Click on the image to read more about this cool app on <a href="http://www.techcrunch.com/2009/09/22/12mail-12seconds-twitter-facebook-iphone/">TechCrunch</a>.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/196069695http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/196069695Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:25:32 -0700<img src="http://4.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kq6zu2wxX51qzc2vmo2_500.png"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://4.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kq6zu2wxX51qzc2vmo3_500.png"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://10.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kq6zu2wxX51qzc2vmo4_500.png"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://2.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kq6zu2wxX51qzc2vmo5_500.png"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://17.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kq6zu2wxX51qzc2vmo6_500.png"/><br/> <br/><p>Recently launched, the new <a href="http://airbagdesigns.com/soma.htm">SOMA AirBag Designs™</a> website is ready to compete with the big boys. Check out the <a href="http://airbagdesigns.com/proof/videos">video</a> to see some awesome board beatings, and read more about this innovative product.</p> <p>Web Design by Parachute Creative.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/191361785http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/191361785Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:25:00 -0700SurfSurfingTravelSurfboardSurf BagInflatableSOMAAirBagDesignWeb Design<img src="http://1.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kq6ih5b9oo1qzc2vmo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>On this fine California morning here at Parachute Creative we did breakfast right, mini cheese burgers and jelly cups. A breakfast DESIGNED for winners.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/191136477http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/191136477Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:10:17 -0700<a href="http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/ci_13280776">PR</a>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/181264861http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/181264861Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:05:16 -0700<img src="http://10.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kpewfoLGfP1qzc2vmo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Check out this feature in the <a href="http://www.santacruzweekly.com">Santa Cruz Weekly</a>; all about the new wave of freelancing that seems to be in full force around the Bay Area. This quote from the lovely Teresa Thomae of the <a href="http://www.cabrillo.edu/services/sbdc/">SBDC</a> sums it up nicely: “In every economic downturn we see an increase in people looking to become freelancers,” says Thomae. “Instead of being an employee, they want to be their own boss. Not necessarily to hire a bunch of employees and grow a real business, but to create a job for themselves. Our parents taught us that if you get a good job, keep it even if you hate it, because it’s health care and a salary. But now, for the Gen Xers and Gen Yers, if they don’t like a job, they’re gone.” Even though some people might say that this would be the worst time to start a business, I disagree. It’s times like these that motivate and inspire new ideas and creative innovation, and we see this everyday when we walk into <a href="http://www.nextspace.com">NextSpace</a>. Especially like this morning, when Jeremy graced us with his presence and started something that we have to finish. Pictures to follow.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/179016940http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/179016940Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:19:00 -0700NextSpaceCoworkingDesignFreelanceSanta Cruz<img src="http://1.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kp1nyvnZT81qzc2vmo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Last Saturday I was lucky enough to stumble upon these new shoes from <a href="http://www.tomsshoes.com/">TOMS</a>, the company that donates a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair you buy. I couldn’t find the shoes online anywhere but I found this crappy little emo toed shot on google images. I particularly like the design because they are like a cross between Vans Authentics (my favorites) and South American canvas slippers (the style of shoes that TOMS normally produces). Cool shoes & very comfortable, score.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/173084085http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/173084085Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:47:00 -0700TOMSshoescharitydesign<img src="http://22.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kp03oaIszS1qzc2vmo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>I felt like painting something late last night. dae.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/172360072http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/172360072Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:31:22 -0700<img src="http://23.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_koozlpo2cj1qzc2vmo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://10.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_koozlpo2cj1qzc2vmo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://22.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_koozlpo2cj1qzc2vmo5_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://8.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_koozlpo2cj1qzc2vmo6_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Check out this awesome display of all that is Pantone by the Basheer Graphic Book agency, they built this Pantone Rainbow spanning 8 meters and 5,000 colors. Noice.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/167569237http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/167569237Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:29:00 -0700creativedesignprintcolorrainbow<a href="http://www.theberrics.com/">The Berrics</a>: <p>Check it out: videos from inside Steve Berra & Eric Koston’s skatepark posted regularly. Keep your eye out for Josiah Gatlyn, new on Stereo and newest recruit on The Berrics. This kid is a solid skill-billie, blows me away.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/165316557http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/165316557Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:39:00 -0700skateboardingvideoJosiah GatlynThe Berricsskills<img src="http://6.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kojde9KYKa1qzc2vmo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Kleen Kanteen design we did to sponsor <a href="http://www.freelancecamp.org">Freelance Camp</a> Santa Cruz; great event, great sponsors, and a cool and innovative approach to inspiring collaboration in the local freelance/entrepreneur community. Thanks again to Shane + Peter for hosting, Iris for running the show, and everyone else for participating in this community driven event.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/165093536http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/165093536Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:42:06 -0700freelancecamp,designinnovation<object width="400" height="336"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/e8uD8OGixdk&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/e8uD8OGixdk&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="336" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent"></embed></object><br/><br/><p>I found this video on <a href="http://www.likecool.com">likecool.com</a> and i thought it was really neat and it had lots of pretty colors but im a bit confused about what they are doing. can anyone help me understand?</p> <p>alex</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/162288814http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/162288814Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:54:00 -0700videoawesomeyou tubemusic<img src="http://13.media.tumblr.com/S3bN2xYr0r0y4mq28jyuS1PIo1_r1_500.gif"/><br/><br/><p>Parachute Creative / promo concepts. Retro/low-tech/illustrated. Let us know what you think.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/160929030http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/160929030Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:47:00 -0700creativedesignfreshinnovationmodernretroillustration<img src="http://14.media.tumblr.com/S3bN2xYr0r0xw1ylqgL19OKLo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p><a href="http://www.12seconds.tv">12seconds’</a> latest launch, 12cast [the easiest way to send video to Twitter], was featured in the iTunes store as a “Staff Favorite.” If you use Twitter and have an iPhone 3GS, this is just standard.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/160924842http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/160924842Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:40:00 -070012secondsvideoiPhoneTwitterDesignBranding<object width="400" height="336"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/U2Y2ERZap9E&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/U2Y2ERZap9E&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="336" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent"></embed></object><br/><br/><p>MEGA WOOSH! Quality viral, check it out.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/157253663http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/157253663Thu, 06 Aug 2009 09:43:45 -0700<img src="http://11.media.tumblr.com/S3bN2xYr0qqwruy0KLwhwoDTo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Finally some color to the office.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/156015215http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/156015215Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:11:00 -0700skatedesignillustrationpaintingcreativespray paint<img src="http://19.media.tumblr.com/S3bN2xYr0qqwo2i3nHclbnAno1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Brand ReDesign for SOMA™, Website to follow shortly.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/156013483http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/156013483Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:08:00 -0700BrandingSomaLogoDesignCreativeSurfSurfing<object width="400" height="336"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/MofSpCrKpM8&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/MofSpCrKpM8&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="336" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent"></embed></object><br/><br/><p>SOMA Air Bag Designs, one of Parachute’s latest clients. We’re re-branding and re-designing their website, which is awesome. Check out this video to learn more about their product, it is defo going to revolutionize the surfing industry. No more dings! Still not convinced? Sleep on it (literally it doubles as an air mattress). Check back soon for the updated brand and in a few weeks for the site re-design.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/152500412http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/152500412Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:50:40 -0700<img src="http://15.media.tumblr.com/S3bN2xYr0qjgb468ZhI7PISRo1_r1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Nope this is not a professional model this is Alex my extremely debonaire brother in-law. He’ll be lending a charming and sophisticated hand here at Parachute over the next few weeks with some basic production and other random shite. He is skills.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/152444437http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/152444437Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:56:00 -0700<img src="http://21.media.tumblr.com/S3bN2xYr0qf1hq1hGet8HF1Ro1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Another day, another deck.</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/150256618http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/150256618Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:50:00 -0700artdesignillustrationskateboardingskate<img src="http://20.media.tumblr.com/S3bN2xYr0q9usnv0o3qGvAzko1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>dae.ink. just because</p>http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/147961898http://parachutecreative.tumblr.com/post/147961898Thu, 23 Jul 2009 19:44:22 -0700