by Susan Benjamin | Oct 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
There are 3 exhibits of works by Chinese artist/activist Ai Weiwei in Los Angeles right now. For those of you who have not had the opportunity to see his works in person I highly recommend you get to all three spaces for a crash course in awe-inspiring dissident art...
by Susan Benjamin | Sep 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
To my neighbor, they are one of many garden decorations. To my dog Roux, they are cats. He nearly tore my arm off trying to get to them this afternoon. There is no convincing him they are not real. I know it’s cruel, but I can’t help walking by there...
by Susan Benjamin | Sep 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
Today’s inspiration comes from my acupuncturist of 20 years, Dr. Yue-Ying Li. She is my primary physician and confidant, providing instant relief to anything that ails me. Dr. Li navigates a busy practice with quiet authority, offering relief to all of her...
by Susan Benjamin | Sep 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
It’s that time, once again, where I need to motivate myself to look for a new job. In an effort to get my creative juices flowing, I decided to post one thing that inspires me every day for the next 30 days. Follow along on Instagram (#notsuebee) or Facebook...
by Susan Benjamin | Dec 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
“…without a doubt we sometimes eclipse our own dreams with reality.” -Patti Smith from The M Train Last week I finished Production Design/Set Decorating a movie for the “Make A Film Foundation” that was co-written by a 16-year-old boy, Anthony Conti, with stage...
by Susan Benjamin | Nov 11, 2016 | Uncategorized
I was one of 25 designers asked to participate in the fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House at the West Edge Design Fair. Schwinn donated 25 bicycles and each designer was given one to decorate. They were auctioned off at the opening night party at the Barker...
