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this is why Utah is now super rad

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:27:00 -0700

this is why Utah is now super rad

The City of Santa Cruz and UCSC have joined forces to create...

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:56:18 -0700

The City of Santa Cruz and UCSC have joined forces to create internship opportunities for students in the tech and green start-ups. Check out the brand we created for PIE, Project for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Learn more at innovatesantacruz.com.

$20,000 is an awesome way to start a new business. The UCSC...

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:14:51 -0700

$20,000 is an awesome way to start a new business. The UCSC Business Plan competition is offering a grand prize of just that to the team that can accomplish an executive summary and business plan that is totally awesome (and meets the criteria). If you’re a UCSC student, check out their site to learn more, and if you’re not, check out the dates to see when the next event is. Parachute recently designed this new logo for the competition, check it out.

Basically, the Lyon Bros are the best web development team in...

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:56:40 -0800

Basically, the Lyon Bros are the best web development team in Santa Cruz. Period. We recently re-branded them, incorporating a digi-style crown with super clean type. We partner with them on any web project we can, from basic sites to iPhone applications and more.

Santa Cruz Rehearsal Studios is having their grand opening this...

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:15:35 -0800

Santa Cruz Rehearsal Studios is having their grand opening this Saturday, February 20th from 1-3. Check out the collateral we designed for them: postcard, business cards, and a free 1hr rehearsal session coupon. Come by 118 Coral St. this Saturday to check out the space, fully equipped with a live band and beer. Sweet.

Alter Ego’s jewelry is something completely different in...

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:57:00 -0800

Alter Ego’s jewelry is something completely different in that of itself; creating custom one of a kind pieces from vintage toys, beads, and basically anything you can think of. Erika Walton, a young entrepreneur native to Santa Cruz, started Alter Ego in 2003 and has gained attention from all over the world for her creative ideas. For her brand we wanted to create something as unique as her perspective, using hand drawn type combined with a classic type treatment for her signature.

Brand Narrative, a new media agency in NextSpace, is all about...

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:25:00 -0800

Brand Narrative, a new media agency in NextSpace, is all about establishing heritage, history, and telling the stories behind brands. Our goal when designing their brand was to focus on a clean and simple image that conveys what they do best, tell stories. The camp fire icon raises ideas of foundation and core values. We’re also designing their website, which is one of our most exciting projects to date. Check back for the official launch date, early in March.

A few days late, but worth it. Devil Makes Three New Years Eve...

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 10:57:59 -0800

A few days late, but worth it. Devil Makes Three New Years Eve show, also featuring Tether Horse, poster designed and illustrated by Davy Reynolds.

Cheers.

The Plastic Pollution Coalition is a non-profit...

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:57:00 -0800

The Plastic Pollution Coalition is a non-profit organization with the vision of a world free of plastic pollution. Check out their website, designed by Parachute, to learn more about what you can do to relief the impact plastic has on our earth. Working with the PPC has definitely changed our daily decisions and habits in terms of plastic use, especially single use disposables.

A new, much needed, rehearsal studio is opening it’s doors...

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:46:56 -0800

A new, much needed, rehearsal studio is opening it’s doors in January. Santa Cruz Rehearsal Studios was started to provide a creative and quality environment for musicians to practice all types of music. The full website should be up next week, featuring details about the space as well as a lot of great local resources for musicians around Santa Cruz.

Introducing: Coastside Couture, founded by the lovely ladies...

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:06:11 -0800

Introducing: Coastside Couture, founded by the lovely ladies Karissa Paxton & Heidi Hughett (formerly of Coastside Concierge & Couture Celebrations). Parachute created their brand based off their combined style & vision for the high end event planning industry. We’re building their brand from the ground up; logo, business cards, website, and advertising. More to come soon…

12seconds.tv’s latest application, 12mail, is creating a...

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:25:32 -0700

12seconds.tv’s 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 app store now and get it while it’s hot. Hot meaning free!

Click on the image to read more about this cool app on TechCrunch.

Recently launched, the new SOMA AirBag Designs™ website is ready...

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:25:00 -0700

Recently launched, the new SOMA AirBag Designs™ website is ready to compete with the big boys. Check out the video to see some awesome board beatings, and read more about this innovative product.

Web Design by Parachute Creative.

On this fine California morning here at Parachute Creative we...

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:10:17 -0700

On this fine California morning here at Parachute Creative we did breakfast right, mini cheese burgers and jelly cups. A breakfast DESIGNED for winners.

PR

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:05:16 -0700

Check out this feature in the Santa Cruz Weekly; all about the...

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:19:00 -0700

Check out this feature in the Santa Cruz Weekly; 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 SBDC 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 NextSpace. Especially like this morning, when Jeremy graced us with his presence and started something that we have to finish. Pictures to follow.

Last Saturday I was lucky enough to stumble upon these new shoes...

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:47:00 -0700

Last Saturday I was lucky enough to stumble upon these new shoes from TOMS, 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.

I felt like painting something late last night. dae.

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:31:22 -0700

I felt like painting something late last night. dae.

Check out this awesome display of all that is Pantone by the...

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:29:00 -0700

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.

The Berrics

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:39:00 -0700

The Berrics:

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.