UpShift Los Angeles

07/10/2024

Please congratulate our founding partner, Richard Shanks, recently elected to the AIGA National Governing Board of Directors in NYC. This position is a promotion after serving 1 year as the Los Angeles Chapters' Director of Marketing.

03/15/2024

UpShift's Founding Partner, Richard Shanks, received recognition from the Society of Typographic Arts (STA Chicago) as an STA Fellow. This award is given in recognition of extraordinary service to the Society of Typographic Arts.

THE SOCIETYOur club is open to anyone that loves the typographic arts. Choose from Emerging, Professional, or Organization Membership. And if you’re based in Chicago, get ready to crash our events. Learn more THE FOUNDATIONOur non-profit is outwardly focused on the public good. It raises money for...

10/18/2023

Does anyone still do annual reports? Remember when those used to be the holy grail of graphic design?

10/18/2023

Don’t miss this design event in DTLA. https://www.facebook.com/100046370154909/posts/903833557838974/?mibextid=Rm1F5m

This event is coming up next week—so register now!

AIGA/LA Event
"How Culture Affects Typography"
Thursday, October 26, 6:30–8:30 pm in DTLA

Join Nikki Villagomez for a look into how culture affects typography and the decision-making process in everyday life. Her book will also be on sale at the event.

Tickets as low as $15
https://losangeles.aiga.org/event/how-culture-affects-typography/

Artwork: Jessy V. Castillo
https://www.instagram.com/p/CyEl3-RpC0m/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

05/01/2023

Happy 50th to CalArts!

Richard Shanks, our founder, is proud to be affiliated with the world-renowned art institution started by Walt Disney that has led 5 decades of art, entertainment, animation, film, music and design.

02/15/2023

Wow, huge improvement. Are you a fan of Mid-Century Modern architecture? https://www.dwell.com/article/villacarillo-house-ric-design-build-5eb2fafe?fbclid=IwAR2KdAYQtKBiAy5nq77jQ4XVKdgblpMdAxnTDmvy67h6tgQLrqJNFin4FHE

RIC Design Build pays homage to the midcentury era and the architect’s legacy while making the house work for today.

02/15/2023

We can't believe they didn't pick a favorite from SoCal. What's your favorite margarita in the LA area?

On the rocks or blended? Salted rim or not? Maybe with some Tajín on the rim instead? However you like to indulge, mark your calendar for National Margarita Day on February 22nd. We rounded up the top spots in every U.S. state for all margarita lovers to celebrate.  Methodology: This is an all-tim...

01/21/2023

The UpShift team recently launched a new brand and video for Fulbrix, an upscale apartment building in the trendy Fulton Market neighborhood of Chicago. https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cnpw9kqBFEm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&fbclid=IwAR0LWP1GjKuhVSBKUmBNopS_iG9a7Fv8z7xAZca_HVJ9th8U46pdJTTibnM

FulbrixFultonMarket shared a post on Instagram: "Live life to the Fulton-east just steps away from Chicago’s best shopping, entertainment, and dining. Call the hottest neighborhood home. Leasing begins in February. ". Follow their account to see 3 posts.

10/06/2021

Shout out to Homeboy Industries who is changing lives in the LA area. We support good design and good deeds in all forms.

Founded by Father Gregory Boyle in East Los Angeles in 1988 with the aim to help gang members change their lives, Homeboy has gained legendary status.

The legendary Los Angeles gang intervention program is looking to build a 157-unit complex for ‘homies’ at risk of becoming homeless

07/10/2021

Bitchin. Like, totally!

Los Angeles has a new tourism logo and it’s so ’80s Ocean Pacific

Designed by Shepard Fairey's Studio Number One with Andy Cruz's House Industries, the new look signifies a return to the beach. Does it signify post-pandemic L.A.?

06/11/2021

Happy Pride Month. UpShift has always embraced individuality, creativity, and community. It's more than just a rainbow graphic—we know supporting each other is what makes us stronger. 🥰

05/04/2021

Looking for a summer internship?

https://upshiftcreative.com/careers/los-angeles/design-intern-la/