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February 7, 2016

My Happy Is Documentary

Is Happiness a Choice?

(c) Jacqueline Lara “Happiness is a decision–it starts inside, and what and who you surround yourself with impacts this.” Lashawnda Becoats #MyHappyIs Is the inner dialogue cycling through your mind negative or positive? “My Happy Is” explores how various people define …

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January 4, 2016

My Happy Is Documentary

“My Happy Is” Trailer

Thrilled to announce that the first “My Happy Is” trailer is LIVE! It’s such a trip to see snippets from our interviews on screen.  “My Happy Is” explores how various people define their own happiness–capturing their inner and outermost beauty …

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December 12, 2015

Culture, News and Artists, Store

KampInd Bandana Bibs Hit UK Indie Boutique, United80

On Friday, December, 11,  independent boutique, United80, became KampInd’s first London-based stockist.  Known as the home for independent emerging brands covering music, art and fashion, we’re excited to set up shop.  Nestled in vibrant Brixton Village, it’s *THE* place to find foods and …

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September 1, 2015

Culture, Kids' Corner

New Bibs on the Block Inspired by Culture x Travel x Fashion

Niko and Iyla have been real troopers during the brand development process of KampInd’s Double Dribble bandana bibs and blankets.  At first, they were wondering what on earth my brother, sister-in-law, and I were so excited about!  (See below) But, now, they …

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June 30, 2015

Culture, Inspiration, Photography

What’s Your Signature Mark?

This past weekend, Lawrence Green and I were in Dupont Circle shooting Day 2 of our documentary exploring happiness, and we had the pleasure of meeting Skip Moskey (pictured above). His hat caught my attention, and he told me it’s …

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September 17, 2014

Inspiration, News and Artists

Fenton Street Market Turned 5! Vendor Stories

On Saturday, September 13, Fenton Street Market in downtown Silver Spring, MD celebrated their 5th birthday, and we had to be there! I was accompanied by my sidekick Lennox, and we snagged some goodies and chatted with local artists about …

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July 3, 2014

Artist, Kids' Corner

Cultivating Raw Talent–My Little Artist

Our five-year-old has been participating in Connect with Art summer camp, and we have been amazed with the artwork he’s creating! He usually has paint on his forehead or chalk on his shirt when he comes home, so I was thinking …

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February 24, 2014

Artist, What Art Means to You

How Art and Patch Adams’ Words Inspired Lasting Happiness

Guest Post by Vivian Ching Behind every painting is a story that is waiting to be expressed by the artist, with the colors and imagery blending together into a dynamic life of their own. My story actually began when I …

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