Back in the day I always had bad associations with chalkboards...
I viewed them as dusty and messy
They gave me the major chills
when that screeching noise ever happened
And of course, I associated them with school...bad!
Recently I have been investigating chalkboards
for creative applications and the artistry that can be involved.
For instance check out this chalkboard (at Uchiko in ATX)
I have encountered a graphic designer
(originally from TX who now lives in NY)
who specializes in custom chalk lettering.
Her name is Dana Tanamachi and she is one of the many reasons
I have changed my attitude
on one of my most disliked school-girl memories.
Some of her work:
Here are some other alternative uses
for chalkboards/chalkboard paint...
For a fun commercial installation of a chalkboard,
visit the newly opened Pondicheri restaurant in West Ave (Houston)
...in the Restroom vestibule.
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