2007-11

We did a tradeshow at Makuhari Messe, showcasing the latest video editing technology. The show is smaller this year. Panasonic and Sony fight wars here to standardize their methods and technologies, like they do in IBC Holland and NAB in Vegas. I have been doing this for almost 20 years, but am amazed at the complete change of technology - capture method : film - tape - silicon etc..

The speed of change has been exponentially faster now due to the digitalization of all process and media. TV Station, Studios and Independent producers all want to cut costs, at the same time directors want more methods of expression.

I am proud of Saint Joseph?College. I attended SJC from the 1st grade to the 9th grade. Some memories there.

I love party invites, even if I do not go to the parties or events. People are so creative.. Murakami Takashi and KiKi KaiKai had just added a business office in Azabu area where I live. I think his work just recently sold for 16 million US. Wow.

Armani just outdid everyone. In celebration of opening the flagship Armani Building in Ginza, Georgio decided to have a party, in a huge stadium hall called Budokan. This is where Stones, Zeppelin, US, Beatles play. We had seats, table, full course dinner (designed by the boss) and Firgie and other musician to entertain us. Thanks to Quintessentially for the invite.

Murakami’s book on what art is to him, how to maximize the value of your piece. Know now as the second coming of Andy Warhol, he talks about the problems of Japanese art world, and how he decided to debut himself in the US 1st.

Armani invite, one for a bash in Budokan and one to visit his Building.

Ferrari does it with class.