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Where is all the ink!?

2011-01-31T19:57:00.000-08:00

Up until recently my Pen of choice has been the Pilot Hi-Tec-C Gel Pens. They always gave me fast drying thin lines. Drawing on grains of rice was actually rather easy with them. I use to store up many line thicknesses of them. Since then They have all been used up either through drawing or filling out tons of forms at work. I originally got hooked on them by famous Graphic Artists and Designers and due to the fact they were rather rare.

Lately I have been using my Zebra Expandz pen because I always need a pen on me to fill out papers at work. The compactness of it allowed me to run about easily. Though useful it never allowed me to get that detail my old Hi-Tec-Cs allowed.

So after waking up I learned about these.

The "uni-ball Signo DX" (on the right). These pens are just similar to the Pilot Hi-Tec-Cs in ink and line thicknesses. Where they shine are the pen tip is sturdier and the pen itself feels stronger. And it also comes in a click-able option (And to annoy people with clicky pens... priceless).

The Mechanical Pencil on the left is a Kuru Toga of course another import. This pencil has a clever feature. Every time you lift the pencil it rotates the lead. In not interested explanation it keeps your lead sharp and to the point (Rimtap ... ... ... forget it).

I really need to get a camera.

Wedding Invitations

2010-05-11T18:14:00.001-07:00

So now I'm moving to my own apartment in San Pedro. I'm stepping out because my roommate is finally getting married! He asked me to design his wedding invitations. Here is a sample of what they look like. :)

I designed a logo that went with the theme.

They had invitations both in Spanish and English for every element.

Stitch 2.0

2010-03-29T16:17:00.000-07:00

Stitch 1.0 had really grippy griptape which I don't recommend using... ever.
And with good tips coming from work I decided to redo the entire board. So Alina and I spent about a week gathering supplies for the job. We went through multiple colors of paint, adhesive/paint remover and other skateboard hardware.
Griptape is not fun to remove because of the glue residue it leaves behind. Alina was more then happy to remove the tape, the glue portion however was not something to look forward to. The whole removal process tears apart fingernails and gets everything sticky.
I purchased some new trucks which give the already short enough board better turning ability.
We decided to mix and match the coloring for the various truck parts and even that required painting the parts and spraying layers of clear coat to protect them.
The Bottom of the board took the most work. It took sanding, painting, repainting and when I thought I was done... stripping everything I just did away. The original paintjob by the company was "eh", it left a texture due to the paint globs everywhere. I went to the local Lowes and picked up some bio friendly paint and varnish remover and left in on for a day and it seemed to work well. Finally we found a paint that matched and I rolled it on pretty decently. ... I hate painting. Finally Saturday evening we assembled the board.
I have one more board to do... its just not going to be this intense of a job. Argh!

Another Project Completed

2009-11-06T21:13:00.000-08:00

So I decided to do a few more creative projects while on this work depression. And due to my computer issues I had the time to work on two at the same time. I formatted my computer... and all my personal files along with them. Reinstalled Windows twice along with using Recuva to recover my lost files. While waiting for load times, downloads and the such I worked on my hybrid longboard, Bustin Spliff. I've been meaning to re-griptape my boards for the experience and the loss of grip. I ordered grip last week for a good price and started working with it. Degripping a board is a pain in the rear. Applying is simple, unless you are me.

I will now name the board Stitch.

Cables Cable Cables

2009-10-29T20:22:00.000-07:00

So I have tons of electronics and I like to keep them close by yet having wires in a mess won't cut it. I checking the usual blogs and such for DIY projects and found one that I could bang out real quick.

Sorry for the Blurry pictures.

Went to JoAnns and picked up a few parts, this one being a plain black Photo box.

Then I headed over to Sears for a compact Surge Protector that would fix the box.

Also at Joanns I picked up some small brads and some pieces called bookplates.

I set the bookplates into place and cut out the holes with en Xacto knife.

I decided that my phone is the more important electronic device so I made a hole for it in the lid so my phone had a natural place to rest.

And so when all is said and done I have a pretty slick, modest Cable holder for all my electronics

such as (phone, bluetooth, DSs, Radio, and Ipod)

Returning to Cali

2009-09-09T17:54:00.000-07:00

Well the decision was made to move back to Cali, Torrance Area to be exact. I was only gone for 6 months and yet coming back kind of felt like a culture spark (shock sounds so severe). Traffic, BLAH!! Congestion, BLAH!! Mountains that burn every couple of days during summer, BLAH!! and HUMIDITY!!!! (No Blah for it, its self explanatory). So I decided to post one small part of my existance here, my slowly evolving domain and slice of serenity, my ROOM.

An Empty canvas to work with.

Lucky I have a high ceiling that makes the room feel big.

I do have a balcony entrance as well :)

Where did that lamp come from??? (IKEA)Where did that bed frame come from? (IKEA, again)

where did that desk lamp come from (You guessed it, Gee you are smart)

Yes it is an airmattress (Guess... nevermind, thanks to the parents)Done for a couple of days atleast.

Whats in a name?

2009-04-26T23:07:00.000-07:00

At child birth you don't really have a choice of what you are called. You rely solely on your parents scoring and hitting your name. Some parents hit and some miss horribly. Some change their name to something more palatable to the ears.
Video gamers or athletes prefer to rename themselves. I for one have a few times and have used one for awhile now that I won't drop or change. It works and clicks for me on many levels.

I have had many stages of names used for certain games and points in my life. One of the longer lasting of them was Master Mahan. In LDS culture Master Mahan is translated as Master Deciever. Every generation has one starting with Cain being the first one and slowly and quietly slithering down generations. I liked the name, it was evil sounding and almost personal. It gave me a motivation when playing games.

There came a point when I had the opportunity to remake myself and couldn't come up with a suiting name. It wasn't until I watched a few episodes of Transformers (Beast Wars Saga) that I found one that suited. The character that clicked was named "Noble". Noble was a pure creature with an alternate form called Savage which was formed from the Decepticons leader Megatron. I was attracted to the idea of being reborn much like from the name Master Mahan like Megatron. Noble was a Noble character who ended up sacrificing himself. Now that is Noble.

With that named locked in my head It really sang to me. It was short, sweet, simple and honorable. And it always helps growing up with the last name King to further add personalization to the name.

The evolution of the name doesn't just end there. There are ways to further make names personal. I decided to twist the name a bit and add a gamer speak twist to it. And low and behold the twist added more revelations to myself. While switching the "B" in Noble with the number 13 it changes things.13 can look like a B in the right font. And if you break the beginning of the name No-13 you see my Birthday, November 13. I just had to keep it.

And so, I ask. What's in a name?
-No13le

Drew Sunday

2009-03-18T19:10:00.000-07:00

This Sunday I actually got around to putting the prismacolor to the paper. While I was in Sunday School I drew the 2nd Councilor (I Think...) and his son. Man it felt good inside actually tapping that energy in me. I want more!

2009-03-14T14:00:00.000-07:00

So I wanted to get out a quick tour of the new house. So here it is.

2009-02-17T17:58:00.000-08:00

So haven't done much lately. Especially with the blog and all. Not working gives me some time to update a few things. One thing I have been updating are my board parts. My previous posts I had three boards setup, this time around I have bought a few more parts and am very comfortable with the boards I do have.
The Short one, the Bustin Spliff is sporting some nice spring loaded Seismics which make it an extremely fun ride.
The Longest, my original board is sporting its original wheels along with the second pair of Trucks I bought (Randal Trucks). That board is for pure crusing speed.
Now the Bustin Strike which I was sort of unhappy with after a couple of hours riding has been tuned with a few new parts such as the new wheels O'tangs and Venom Bushings. It has been decently solid going down USCs parking garage.

As for everything else I'm freaking out about all the gadgets and gizmos I have in my room. I'm just wondering how I am going to pack them up.

Long Winter Days

2008-12-26T21:32:00.000-08:00

My room should have been padded. It would have made it easier and more bearable as I hit my head against the wall in boredom. I went out today just to pick up my awesome check from work. And depositing it was as far as I got to doing something productive outside of the house. During summer I hoped for a cold winter, kind of like the ones I remember as a child. I can remember feeling the soft breeze brush my hair and the woody smell of the fires flowing from neighbors fireplaces. Not so much this winter. It doesn't help that my job is based around being wet when the sun goes down and any cold breeze or anything cold for that matter is treated like the plague. I'm itching to get out and back to work. At this rate and with my experience with breaks from work. I will hate to retire, it would be the death of me... that is if I don't install padded walls... noted. I do have my boards ready to go at anytime yet I hesitate going out and making a fool of myself. Its so much more fun going with others because I can feed off of their energy. I haven't tried anything extreme since Griffith. I use my boards primarily for transportation to work work when I have work and when it isn't raining so you can see my delema. Argh!
And now I have been scouring the net for computer parts because that is my next problem / addiction. Worrying about rebuilding my computer. I hate computers, life would be much easier if Apple was the mainstream. No variety in processors or memory configurations or even motherboards to decide to use. I hate worrying about buying a part that could possibly turn out to be a lemon. Headache, I just want to get on my board and ride my stresses away.

Injury One Report

2008-12-15T13:24:00.000-08:00

Saturday Morning I went to Griffith Park with a new group of friends to Longboard. Due to the rain I didn't ride the hill. We eventually drove into the Glendale hills to practice on a Hairpin Turn. I attempted a few times. I ate it twice leaving a road rashed left arm, a sore jaw, scraped chin and a Sore body. I used my Helmet, gloves, and knee pads. Next time I will double up on the longsleeve and use my elbow pads. It was fun though.

As for Jobs, I was rejected from the Palos Verdes Estates Police Dept. which is fine. I had a mandatory meeting through the YMCA the other day that sparked my interest. After the meeting I approached a few people at the Y and am now planning on running a few classes for Ultimate Frisbee that hasn't been offered before. I have it set for the Spring and Both Summer Sessions. In the class I will teach frisbee throwing essentials along with the rules of Ultimate. I hope I can take it to the next level if I get a solid core of kids. If I can I will attend some UPA (Ultimate Players Association) Courses on coaching.

No Word

2008-12-08T23:56:00.000-08:00

So no word as to the interview results. Not to sound pessimistic, I wouldn't be surprised that I didn't get it. There is so much I wish I would have said and regretted the few things I did say. I wish it were easier, the interviewing process. Just take my thoughts and my character and tell me if I fit! I believe I do fit.

Do I ask or do I not has been on my mind. I'm feeling the nervous tingle in my body like I do in my feet right before I jump off a roof or high cliff into the water below. I know I can swim, its just that pre-jump mode that has made me into a deer stunned at the headlights of an on coming car.

Sunday I sat in Dillon's Room looking at all the posters, figurines and artwork. He told me he wanted to see what my room looked like. I was slightly flattered yet at the same time embarrassed. A part of me always longed to have the room full of posters from my favorite artists. Having the wall to wall figurines of characters I grew up with that inspired me. My dream room would have that drawing table side by side with my digital art setup. I would have shelves of reference books that I could draw upon to fill my creative hunger. I have nothing. Sure I still have a few Star Wars figurines on the wall and some art books in my closet. I can't live that way, I just wasn't brought up that way? I do have a few useless hard drives full of my favorite artists works yet I have nothing to show for it. Its as if I have nothing creative to show for my "ability". The other day during Sacrament meeting Dillon scribbled a few lines on a pad off paper and passed it to me. He wanted me to finish it. So I naively added a few more random lines. I felt so stupid when he took the pad back and then said,"Oh" He intended for me to use those scribbles as the start of an actual drawing. After feeling like a creative retard we started on a roll scribbling here and there and finishing each of our works. It sparked my longing to be the self I use to be. Me and my pencil and a pad of paper. Memories of Stake Conference flooded my head when Tim, my Brother use to start a drawing and we would take turns adding to the pictures. Where have all those memories gone?

New Longboards

2008-12-04T10:13:00.000-08:00

In Mid December I bought 3, yes 3 Long boards from Bustin Boards. I ordered the Complex (a 42" board with a kick tail), the Spliff (Their shortest board at 31"), and the Brand New Strike (a 32" drop deck). Why did you order three!? A board is a board is a board. Each board a different field and advantage over the other. For Example: The Spliff is small and with that in mind I can carry it easily and when it is ridden it Carves like no other. Now the Complex the large one is for all around riding and downhill bombing. The Strike can be used for all of them and I will especially use it for Downhill Bombing, it rides lower then my old board.

At Bustin Boards they have a system of customising the boards for you as in designs. I made the spliff and complex similar with color schemes. The Strike on the otherhand is from the limited edition line (the First Run), and I have #7 of the Line (Coincidence? Nope).
Now the problem with buying three is that I have One of them complete and two just boards sitting around. Yesterday I took apart my old board and installed the trucks onto the complex. All the Bustin boards shapes are unique yet feel fragile compared to my old Flexdeck which I could litterly jump on and not break it ( I tend to Jump on it when I play Rock Band at a friends). The Turning radius on the Strike is not loose enough yet so I will adjust it today and get some parts for the others (Not to complete them, just to prep them).

Now for the Interviews

2008-11-23T11:08:00.000-08:00

Today at about 5:40ish I woke up and drove to Rio Hondo Police Academy. In the Cold damp foggy air we all waited to get this ordeal over with. We all filed into a room to fill out wonderful paperwork and liability sheets. After all that we lined up and began the fun. I would't even consider the word obstacle course to fit what we did. After I ran it I heard a few people comment where did these bunnies come from. We then proceeded to the wall in which I kind of laughed at, 6 feet is not a wall. After that hurdle we moved onto the Chainlink fence. I was hoping someone would have asked "how do you get over it so fast?" I of course would have said, "Running from cops." After all that fun was done we dragged a dummy a few feet, it was lighter then I was expecting. The killer of the event was the 1 1/4 lap sprint. I hate sprinting, I even can't stand running for that matter. I started last yet passed up the bulk of the group at the 1/2 marker. It was at the 1/4 marker that I felt my body scream, "Game over!" I ignored it and got 133 seconds. Mind you I don't run, I might as well just grab my board and do it. Sad to say though the cops, former military guns I ran against fell short. So now I wait for the call for the interview. I so want to be a cop now.

physical Test here I come.

2008-11-19T20:11:00.000-08:00

So with the the written exam out of the way and passed, I move onto the Physical test. Bring it on! In two hours I will have to scale walls, fences, drag myself and run my legs right off (now that will be a sight). I'm psyched. If only Sunday morning could come any faster.

Written Test

2008-11-16T13:50:00.000-08:00

On Saturday before the ash and red sun hindered the beautiful day I went to Palos Verdes High School. I went to room 311 and showed my Drivers License and. Letter from the city of Palos Verdes Estates. Among casually dressed and suited men and women I engaged in a Test for 2 hours. It was tough at the beginning but was getting much more fun as the clock was running out of time. I hope by wednesday I get the call that I passed. If I actually passed then I will take the Physical Test. I'm crossing my fingers... When I have the time to worry about it.

Wow

2008-11-04T23:33:00.001-08:00

November Update

Well its about time I updated the blog. Much has happened since my last entry, computer crashes, new jobs, new hobbies and a few unfavorable memories.

Job Front has gotten much better. I balance my time between two and sometimes three jobs.
During some nights and Weekends I work for a company called Par 4 as a Valet. I have driven many nice cars in the last couple of months and can navigate through a wide variety of models (Cadillac XLR, BMWs, Porsche, and a Corvette. Its fun, fast paced, exciting, I like it.
During the early afternoons I work as a Co-Swim Instructor at the YMCA in Torrance. I wouldn't consider myself a co-swim instructor because during my Trial period I took a few classes under my wing and skipped straight to an instructor. I now have 1 Session under my belt with another in 2 weeks. Because of my high availability I have been awarded a few awards for helping out around the pool. I'm hoping those awards will be better leverage when the time comes for pay raise in two more months.

Just this week I also applied to the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department as an officer. If I am chosen I will have to go through the 6 month Police Academy which would be a drastic change for me. I won't have too much of a problem with it seeing getting my 2 year Graphic Design Certificate flew by as well as my Mission. Deep Down I feel I need it, I need change. I like the idea of being an officer. I have always felt that I have a commitment to contribute to the country or local area in some way because I come from a large family. And none of us have done law enforcement or military. As for Military I rather be where I belong on our own soil.

And of course Airsoft. I'm currently in the process of selling all my equipment so I can focus on a different hobby. Longboarding has gotten my attention since May. And Just today I have obtained the last piece of protective gear necessary to start dabbling in DH (Down Hill) Racing. I just have one board but plan to add to it once my airsoft equipment sells. I as well started longboarding to work on wednesdays to help contribute to being just a bit more Green.

I have plans to bomb down a hill (Bomb as in ride down a hill and pretty good speed) in Pedro soon.

New sketches

2008-03-18T09:55:00.000-07:00

I haven't bothered to update for a long time. I think it is time to scan some artwork.

This is Joey, Hes a pretty good artist, I just happen to beat him to the punch during Institute

This is one of the Singers to "Across the Universe"Seth, doesn't look a thing like him, yet it was still fun to draw.

Last Sunday I didn't know what came over me. I take that back, I do. I've always had a drawing pad with me while going to church, Its one of those necessities that have to go along with my scriptures. This Last Sunday I actually drew stuff I liked. Normally I can sketch and sketch with absolutely nothing worth saving. I believe when people are around me I get lit on fire on the inside to really DRAW. Its like Peer-Drawing-Influence, I don't know. I do know I like it, and always have.

Double Trouble

2007-12-12T20:51:00.001-08:00

So last week Shelley and Brett's Family came over from Texas. It was fun. Right when I was getting use to the peace and quiet and no baby crying more family pops up.

I'm just glad there is only one Emily.

2007-10-21T19:17:00.000-07:00

Today at church I failed to pick up the pencil or pen to draw. I did however pick up my kneaded eraser and go at it. In about 45 minutes of listening, playing with a little kid Lucas I created this guy.

He is a mix between tiger, lion, and lynx.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7173186872927635713

2007-10-03T00:26:00.001-07:00

Now I'm going through some old work and going to post a few pieces. Two of them are of a friend Liz who I find really easy to draw. Sometimes I find some people are just much more easy to draw then others. Maybe its because I don't care if I mess up or miss represent the person, or even some people have features that can be explored/exaggerated, I can't really tell you.

This character is loosely based off a famous statue, can you guess who?

This is my friend Liz pondering in the foyer a long time ago.

This was an abstract drawing that I made of Liz in class.

2007-09-18T21:14:00.000-07:00

What does Sunday have to do with inspiring me to draw?

A Sister Missionary up on the stand.

Brother Lata pondering... highly. And two people at the park.

Worms, enough said.

Slowly...

2007-09-13T19:08:00.001-07:00

So I am drawing a bit more, not as much as I would like though.

These little sketches were of people in the Foyer at church.

Just felt like drawing an arm.... and a foot...

Soooo Hot, so so Hott!

2007-09-02T18:19:00.000-07:00

I truly have no love for Hot Humid California. Its only saving grace is the beach.... and the few lakes... and thats all. Curse you Stupid Humidity.
Well at church today I had to punch out at least one drawing. And so I did. I believe it took anywhere from 5-10 minutes of periodically adding to the drawing. As for the girl who it is, I have no clue.

Turning over a New Leaf

2007-08-22T19:23:00.000-07:00

The other Night Lucas Jairo & I were bound for Downtown LA to go draw. Long Story Short, they are no longer doing any drawing workshops at said location. Now either we wait for them to find a new place to host it or we go find another place to draw. As for me, I need to Draw. I'm tearing out what few hairs I have left over the necessity to draw, stuff. And so I will be posting more of my artwork. I will also try to find more opportunities to draw.

Page one of my Nice little Drawing book features my Friend Adam (I was drawing him while we were playing Phase 10 up at Big Bear) The tinier thumbnail is of a ... how can you say a Boulder City (Don't try to read the small print, thats for me ).

My next Page was done in two parts, first I went to Wilson Park for awhile just to breathe. While I was there I saw two different dogs. None of them had sweaters or clothing on but still, Pets should not wear clothing!!! I touched up the rest while I was at church (I have always found that I like my drawings/designs that I drew during church).

New Car Shine

2007-08-17T17:20:00.001-07:00

Well I didn't get a new car.... I did however get a nice $80.00 Detail Job on the Truck. Its Puuurty!
Now for those of you who happen to have left some meat and about a dozen eggs last night so beautifully displayed on my car could so happen reimburse me, it would be most appreciated. Thanks.

Reunion Part 2

2007-07-25T16:30:00.001-07:00

So Tuesday was pretty much left with nothing planned so we could just lounge around the cabin. I borrowed my Brother in Law's Sling and practiced above the nearby river (I'm pretty good if I do say so myself ). In the Afternoon we tossed around the football and Frisbee for a bit of time. We had a lot of fun and fun isn't really fun without water.

There wasn't much planned on Wednesday. My highlight was I went Horseback riding with my Mom, Jake (Nephew), and Katelynn (Niece). My horse was of course the largest, her name was Lucy. Lucy was an eater, every chance she could get she began munching on the foliage. I already want to go back and go riding and hopefully this time go FAST!

Lucy is the Bigger Horse

Heading out on the trails I can get use to this.

All of us (Right to Left; Katelynn, Mom, Jake, and I).
Lucy and IThis guy snuck onto my clothes probably during the tighter spots on the trip.

Family Reunion Pt. 1

2007-07-24T10:20:00.000-07:00

So for the first time amongst my Brother(s) and Sisters we have organized a Family Reunion. This year we rented out a Wonderful Cabin North of the City of Leavonworth, WA. Unfortunately Two of my sisters and their families couldn't make it. We all flew/ drove to one of my Sister's home and caravaned all the way here. The ride was about 3 hours long but well worth it. The Beauty of this State is amazing! Thick Forests Beautiful Rivers (Going tubing on one of the Rivers later this week). Luckily enough the cabin is situated in a little valley so we can sit in the jacuzzi and view the thick tree covered mountain side.

Cornerstone Cabin

The Kids Loft w/ Pool Table and Foosball Table.

Jen preparing dinner for Sunday for the entire family.

Kelly playing with her Grasshopper.

Daniel Smile! See he loves me now.

Where there are Rocks there will be me Climbing.

Weiner's Oh My!

2007-07-15T00:08:00.000-07:00

So Today was the Los Alamitos Raceway "Yearly Wienerschnitzel Weiner Dog Race". So Jairo and I decided to go. We saw a lot of those short legged hopelessly slow johnsons try to make it unsuccessfully across the race track. It was entertaining opened. For some their attention never helped them get even near or across the finish and fun to watch them scatter as the gates were line. There were a few who knew what they were doing though. So here are the Highlight shots:

First Runner Up, Spider Dog! (Spider pig my .... )

Then Comes thee expected "Hot Dog"

And of course one of the runners.

The RACE!!!

Too bad this guy was the only one with a clue.

What is a Racing event without some Celebrity Action. Ah Kate Flannery (Meredith) From the Office. I'm not one to get in the way of famous people but I had to get a few shots as a Paparazzi ( I feel so dirty )

Tuesday Night Drawing Session

2007-06-21T18:10:00.000-07:00

Tuesday Night at around 10 at night Lucas (an old friend from Elementary School) swung by and picked me up. We went to a warehouse in Downtown LA to draw some models. It was a great experience. All sorts of artists were there, hopefully another time I will be able to actually engage some of them in conversations. My whole goal besides to hang out with Lucas was to sit down and get some drawings done. I'm afraid though that they weren't that good. I can see some obvious disproportions but eh, I'll get better. I'm a bit rusty.

New Art

2007-05-08T17:53:00.000-07:00

So I decided to change my drab background on my Desktop.
I have a repetitive pattern of my logo flowing horizontally and gave them a 10% color difference so it is harder to notice right away. I followed with the Larger Logo at a Slant that demanded attention and energy.