NOVEMBER 28, 2009
BLACK FRIDAY WEEKEND
I went ahead and extended the FFB Black Friday Sale through the whole weekend AND Monday, (since y'know...Monday is Cyber Monday.) thus establishing THE FFB BLACK WEEKEND SALE! Shipping is a flat $2.00 (that means you can order as many FFB tees as you want for a mere 2 buck-a-roos shipping fee! Sorry, U.S. orders only.), ALL Series 1 shirts are now marked down to an unbelievable $12.99 while ALL Series 2 remain on sale for $24.99. Take advantage while you can, the sale ends Monday, November 30th at 11:59pm CST.
YES! Now I have the perfect excuse to leave the black background up for a few more days.
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NOVEMBER 27, 2009
BLACK FRIDAY
The FFB SYMBIOTE is HYPER limited to only 24 (well, 23 after I keep one) and it needs YOU as a host!
HAPPY BLACK FRIDAY EVERYONE! Let's try not to get trampled to death.
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NOVEMBER 20, 2009
PARTH, ALEX & IVAN
A few weeks ago I received this feel good e-mail from Fur Face Boy fan, Parth...
As we all know, the Series 2 release was indeed at Shogun this past weekend and I actually DID get to meet Parth and one of his friends, Ivan (as seen in the picture below)
Now read the email below from another one of Parth's friends, Alex...
Oh man, I suck! Here's my response...
So last night - Me, Parth (middle), Alex (left) and Ivan (right) actually DID meet up at Campisi's! My time was their time so I was all ears when it came to what they had to say! And believe me, they had plenty to say! We talked about the FFB brand, how / why I got started, packaging, process, money management, suggestions along with indeed talking about their own future plans (these guys are seniors...IN HIGH SCHOOL), ultimate frisbee, strict Asian parents, relationships and most importantly sticking to your dreams and going after it.
After 2 pizzas, tiramisu, and some cheesecake, you know I just HAD to hook the guys up with some Fur Face Boy too!
I say this over and over again, but it truly IS the fans that inspire me to keep pushing my brand. THANK YOU Parth, Alex and Ivan! You guys are absolute riots! One more thing...watch those knees!
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NOVEMBER 16, 2009
SERIES 2 RELEASE RECAP
This past weekend was the FFB Series 2 release party at Shogun! C'mon, let's check out the madness!
First things first, as promised, my man Terrance FINALLY received his Series 2 box set! (Read how he earned it here) Terrance was the first to show up at Shogun to insure that he got his ticket to purchase the HYPER limited FFB x Shogun exclusive shirt.
Here's the ticket I'm talking about. Matt (below) came early too to insure of him getting his hands on one. Matt wasn't just hyped up to get the FFB x Shogun exclusive, but also for the Pac-man fight scheduled for later that night! PINOY PEEPS STAND UP! WHAT!
Two of the coolest FFB regulars - Tom and Duane. These two seriously stayed from open to close! Between us, it seemed like we talked about EVERYTHING. From FFB ideas, food, work, metabolism, shoes, dogs, New York City, monsters, Christmas gifts to Japan....like I said, EVERYTHING!
Big Stan may look a bit down, but deep down inside he's real excited that he's insured a FFB x Shogun shirt.
Asides from FFB Series 2 and FFB x Shogun shirts being ready, so was Niro. Niro's duty for the day - BLOW THE ROOF OFF SHOGUN! In which he did!
My good friends Peter and Bev of Sugarlush Cupcakes made these EXTRAORDINARY cupcakes for the event. Not only did they look awesome, but they taste awesome too! A BIG THANKS to Sugarlush! Go order some cupcakes from them NOW! THE Fur Face Boy demands of it!
I brought a few FORT WORTH ONLY Fur Face Boy shirts to giveaway. I thought it would be a good idea since TCU (which is right next door to Shogun) was hosting Utah. What better way to show your Horned Frog pride than with the Forth Worth FFB!
GO HORNED FROGS!
It was an absolute perfect day outside! Not only was Shogun starting to pile in a crowd, but so was University Drive, due to the football game. The foot traffic was INCREDIBLE! It was starting to get pretty tough fending off the the hoards of people taking advantage of the free pizza, wings and drinks that we were giving away.
It's ALWAYS a good feeling to see family and close friends on hand to show support!
My homies - Grfwks, Peeeeks and Jabee! I did a Q&A with Grfwks a month back, check it out and the rest of his site here. Peeeeks is a video vixen. Look for her in a music video with silver booty shorts on sometime in the future. As for Jabee, download his album, Must Be Nice HERE! It's badass! Jabee, I'm thinking you need to rock some FFB in your next video, email me so we can get that going!
My nephew, Vincent (rocking his MEGA EXCLUSIVE 1/1 FFB x Shogun iron on) daydreaming of the one...
We released the FFB x Shogun collab at about 3pm. The line inside Shogun was pretty crazy. The shirt sold out within 30 minutes.
COPPED!
My man, Steve Happel made sure to get his. Steve's a real cool dude and has been a FFB fan since day 1! Not only is he a FFB fan, but he's also a huge Spider-Man fan too! We talked for a good 20 minutes or so about Spider-Man and the horrendous "Brand New Day" storyline. Mysterio? Mind wipe? WHAT?! WHY?! Ugh.
Here are a few others that were lucky enough to get the now retired FFB x Shogun collab...
Below is FFB super fan Ericka, aka #1. Ericka owns every single FFB shirt! She also managed to get her hands on the super special / promo use only FFB box set! The good folks at Centre let her have the one I sent them after they found out how huge of a fan she is. I had a great time talking to Ericka. I just met her, but it seemed like I knew her all my life because she religiously reads this blog and knew EVERYTHING about FFB! VERY COOL! Not only do I think Ericka's cool cause she's a true FFB fan, but also because everytime Ericka gets a new FFB shirt, she ALWAYS takes a picture of herself with the shirt on holding a badass pair of Jordan's that match the shirt! I can't get enough of the pics! Keep 'em coming Ericka!
You guys remember Ronald? He's back!
This is Bryan. Bryan was my best friend back in the 1st grade. We used to trade Ninja Turtles back in the day. Don't you remember, Scumbug for the plunger cannon? Anyways, Bryan moved and I never heard from him again until just recently. Now I see him every now and then and it's pretty cool. If you don't believe that I knew Bryan back in the day, then just visit the RANDOM link.
This is my good friend Tran. I've known Tran since the 7th grade when she wore glasses and Polo shirts that were tucked into her stone washed hip-hugger jeans. As Tran was making her purchase we reminisced about the good times we had in Jr. high and High School. And of course, talking shit about all the assholes we went to school with. Anyways, it's great to see friends showing love and supporting my brand.
This is Chris. I knew Chris back in Jr. High too. Chris used to have that popular Asian hairstyle that was parted right in the middle with the bangs being real long and oh yea, it was dyed red! Haha...nowadays Chris lives in Kansas. He was in town and was cool enough to drop by to show support! Thanks Chris! Tell your sister I said "Hi."
I knew this guy in Jr. High too...nah, just kidding. I actually went to college with this guy...nah, just kidding, again. This guy is actually one of my co-workers at my day job. He works with me doing...haha, just kidding again.
FFB super fan Brandon was in the house for the release party, not only with sister Chelsea and dad again, but this time with his Mom and brother too! The Mitchell's are a fun family! We talked about school, beer, cruises, continents and I was even invited over for Christmas dinner and a gift exchange at the Mitchell's house this year! WOW! I'm not sure how busy my schedule will be, but it's pretty damn flattering to be invited over for Christmas! Let's hear it for the Mitchells! HOORAY MITCHELLS!
Shogun x FFB DOHC Vtec. Vroom...vroom...OH SHIT! WATCH OUT...POT HOLE! NoOooooooooo!
Unkommon Kolor are my dudes! (and dudettes) Me and Unkommon Kolor got to talking and the discussions got VERY INTERESTING, so watch out cause we might have something up our sleeves. BWAH-HAHAhahahahHah!
The Centre crew came out to show the love! Look for Centre to carry FFB Series 2 sometime this week!
You guys remember my fishing buddy, Jeff right? If not, read here. Jeff! I'm still waiting on the blue bush!
These kids are from the Kid's Icon. The Kid's Icon are an ambitious group of kids that specialize in leather bags. They're BIG FFB fans and wanted my opinion on some of their pieces they brought to show me. I was pretty impressed, not only because of their product but also becasue they're 19! I've said this before and I'll say it again, since I've stared FFB I've met a ton of kids already wanting to start their own business. I find this to be so amazing because when I was in my teens the last thing on my mind was starting a business. Big props to you guys, Kid's Icon. Keep doing your thing and don't let ANYONE tell you otherwise.
Ladies! Great pick ups!
Tee-hee! "I LOVE FUR FACE BOY!" Tee-hee...Har-har! YEA!
HEY KIDDOS! You're gonna have to wait until probably Series 5 for your size.
A HUMUNGOUS THANKS to Shogun and all the FFB fans, my friends and my family who came out to show the love and the support. It was a VERY SUCCESSFUL day! Without you guys, there's NO WAY I could strive to keep doing this. So again, THANK YOU!
HEY CENTRE! Series 3 release? (stay tuned)
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NOVEMBER 11, 2009
FUR FACE BOY X SHOGUN
FFB Series 2 is ready, set, go, Go, GO! This Saturday, November 14th join me and my good friends over at SHOGUN for the Official Fur Face Boy Series 2 Release Party! Me and the Shogun crew will be on hand - hanging out, chatting it up with YOU, grooving to the LIVE music, passing out FREE pizza, FREE drinks and even some FREE Fur Face Boy shirts. YES! FREE! Things start at 3 pm until whenever, but be TOTALLY sure to show up early to get your hands on the FIRST EVER FFB collaboration shirt...the MEGA LIMITED (Only 30) - FUR FACE BOY x SHOGUN EXCLUSIVE! Here, have a looksy...
FRONT
BACK
Fur Face Boy tested. Shogun approved. We'll be seeing you THIS Saturday! TALLY-HOooooooooooo...AWAY!
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NOVEMBER 9, 2009
FUR FACE BOY SERIES 2 LINE UP
Fur Face Boy Series 2 FINALLY makes it's whole debut this weekend! Here's a closer look and a small story / reasoning to each shirt design...
FFB CMYK - I decided to revamp the original logo shirt by taking away the "Fur Face Boy" tag and moving it to the left sleeve. Hoping that the "face" logo is a bit more established / iconic now, I thought it was time for it to be stand alone on the front - BIGGER and definitely BOLDER. "Why such the loud color scheme" you ask? Well, I wanted to take a bit from my graphic design roots and use the colors of "color printing" - CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black) to make the face logo stand out EVEN more. Besides that, the CMYK color combo looks so cool.
TYPEFACE 2 - I plan on having a new logo and typreface shirt for every series, so for Series 2, I switched from blue to now magenta. But here's the kicker...this shirt GLOWS IN THE DARK! Don't act like I never told ya!
THE AMAZING FFB - My most favorite comic book hero of all-time IS the web head. Even though he's had some bad moments in his time line ie: this, this, this and this to me, he's still that wise-cracking, world saving, mama's (I mean auntie's) boy we've ALL grown to know and love.
FFB COMICS - Anyone who has any type of comic book collection, whether it's the long box of comics or a shoe box full of comics SHOULD know the inspiration behind this design...
BEARMAIBRICK - It was definitely time for the OG FFB to get his due. How could I not dedicate a shirt to THE brand name? What do you think Bear Mai?
FFB NEW WAVE - I grew up in the 80's where Patrick Nagel's art / design ruled. I remember everytime I would get a fade (I get my cuts from Asian barbers), the front window graphics would ALWAYS have Nagel art! I don't have any pictures to prove this, but I swear I would see it all the time! Forever inmbedded in my brain, maybe that's the reasoning for why I wanted to make this design...well, that plus growing to eventually become a graphic designer, I've come to really like / appreciate Nagel's art and design. And to stick to the designs truly inspired 80's-ness, notice the Miami Vice color scheme.
FFB TRUE BLUE - In July, for KIXPO, I designed a shirt based off MY Air Jordan III, blk / cements - the shirt was limited to only 36 and SOLD OUT! A month later, Jordan III True Blues released - sadly, only as an international release...anyways, I figured, what the hell...I'm gonna design a True Blue FFB. TA-DA!
FFB MICHAEL - My mom tells me of a tale when I used to stick Michael Jackson stickers all over myself before I went out to the front yard and play with my brothers and other neighborhood kids. The neighborhood kids thought I was SO cool that they'd follow me around outside AND back into my house! Before there was Justin, Usher, Chris Brown, all those boy bands, Snoop Dogg, Kanye or whoever there was Michael...the one and only King of Pop. DAMMIT, neighborhood kids - can you please just BEAT IT, it's almost my bed time. HoooOoOo-Ooooo-ooooo-hooooOooo!
CFFB - Last year, during some bad times, I not only started doing my own art / design again, but I also read alot of books on graphic design. I picked up this old book I found on European graphic designers, one group of designers really caught my eye - Theo Crosby / Alan Fletcher / Colin Forbes. Their layouts, typography and identity sets blew me away. Having Crosby, Fletcher and Forbes now set in my mind, I decided to base a design off a set of poster's they created for Lyons Teashops. Oh yea, Crosby / Fletcher / Forbes became the founders of the greatest design studio on the planet - Pentagram.
HEY GABBA FFB - I love, love, LOVE the Ramones song "I Don't Wanna Grow Up" who wouldn't? And who does want to grow up? I'd rather...
 Stay around in my old hometown
I don't wanna put no money down
I don't wanna get a big old loan
Work them fingers to the bone
I don't wanna float on a broom
Fall in love, get married then boom
How the hell did it get here so soon
No, I don't wanna grow up
That plus the fact that I like how the Ramones love comic books and ALWAYS sport a comic character shirt. Man, so cool.
FFB BASEBALL - Baseball's kinda cool, I guess. Shit man, truth is...I just wanted a shirt with numbers on it (for some reason, I just really like shirts with numbers on it) and something on BOTH sleeves. THERE! You happy? I know I am.
FFB PATTERN - Going here and going there, I noticed today's youth really loves purple comboed with teal. ALOT. Thus, this design. I originally designed this shirt just to fill out the rest of the series, but then I got it back from the printer and loved it! It's surprisingly one of my favorite FFB's and hopefully will be one of yours too!
Due to popular demand - ALL shirts will also be in a ladie's cut! Speaking of the ladies, I also designed a ladie's exclusive: FFB's DO IT BETTER - I just wanted the ladies to remind EVERYONE that Fur Face Boys indeed, do DO IT BETTER. Am I right? Huh? Huh? YEA! That's what I thought.
So there you have it, FUR FACE BOY SERIES 2. What 'ya think? I personally like it more than Series 1. I mean I really love Series 1 just cause it's y'know...the designs that started everything, but I really love Series 2 because things seem to be more refined. Anyways, shirts will be available THIS FRIDAY at 12am at the FFB webstore.
And HEY!
Have you heard? Me and my good friends SHOGUN will be having the release party this Saturday, November 14th from 3pm - 8pm. There's not only gonna be of course, Series 2 on hand, but also food, drinks, live music, give-a-ways AND an EXCLUSIVE FUR FACE BOY x SHOGUN shirt that will totally blow your mind! Come back to this site say, hmmm....Wednesday for a preview (Everyone who's signed up to the FFB mailing list will get a first look sent to them on Tuesday). The shirt is DEFINITE HOTNESS! Check out some more event details HERE at Shogun's site.
P.S. Happy Birthday Mom. I love you.
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NOVEMBER 5, 2009
FFB BOX SET GIVE-A-WAY!*
*UPDATE:
ENTRIES FOR THIS GIVE-A-WAY CONTEST ARE NOW CLOSED! Amazingly, after about only 10 minutes of posting this post, I got a winner! Let's all congratulate BO M. of Williamsburg, VA. Not only was she the first to email me back, but she also got all the answers right on the first try! WOW! Bo, be sure to watch your mailbox for your LIMITED EDITION PERSONALIZED FFB BOX SET! Thanks to all who took the test! Look out for more give-a-ways like this in the future. And hey, just because I got a winner doesn't mean you can't take the test for fun and learn a little something about FFB while you're at it!
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I've been saying this hmmmm....since about May? June? July? Some shit like that...anyways, your chance to win a PERSONALIZED FFB BOX SET of assorted shirts (Series 1 and 2!) in YOUR size* is FINALLY here! Go on, keep reading you excited fool...
All you have to do is download The Official FFB 10 Question Test by clicking HERE, fill in the RIGHT answers and then email it back to me at this address: contests@furfaceboy.com. The first person to email me back all of the right answers wins! Pretty simple for your simple ass, huh? I thought so.
I went ahead and made it a tad bit easier for you by indicating which month you can find the answers to each question at, so you might wanna visit the archive page to help you through the test. I'll announce the winner on my Twitter and Facebook pages, so make sure you have accounts to those sites and follow me / be my fan!
I can't believe it's already November! I have PLENTY planned for the month - the release of Series 2 (FINALLY), more shops to get into, more exclusives, more nose picking, more butt scratching and just a whole lot of other cool shit! So make sure you visit this site daily and HEY! Don't forget to sign up to be apart of the NEW and IMPROVED FFB mailing list (It's in the top right hand corner, just above the header) so that you'll be one of the first to know of ALL things FFB! And oh yea,
the SERIES 1 RETIREMENT SALE is still going on too, so make sure you grab a Series 1 shirt while you still can!
*Due to the EXTREMELY low quantities I have of size 2XL - I won't be able to give that size away. Ooooh...yikes, sorry. (Insert audience track: "BOOoOOoOoOooooOooooooooo!")
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