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Belated photo dump by @japaaron
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3 months ago
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Here for archival purposes by @japaaron
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8 months ago
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We worked with @shdwbx.io, a live production design studio, to develop a visual identity that reflects the precision, scale, and creative range of their work.

SHDWBX operates at the intersection of production design, spatial storytelling, and immersive experience. The challenge was to translate this multifaceted practice into a visual language that communicates capability and creative rigor, while remaining adaptable across environments.

At the core of the identity is a logo and mark that balances precision with generative form – informed by production logic, spatial thinking, and modular systems. Typography, layout, and supporting graphics were designed to feel engineered and utilitarian, while still leaving room for creative tension and evolution.

To extend the brand beyond the screen, we also developed a custom client appreciation package as a physical expression of the identity. The kit included a premium puff-printed hoodie, neck tag, custom Tony’s chocolate bar, branded poly bag, and a personalized note – a considered gesture that translates the identity into a tactile, approachable experience and reinforces long-term relationships.

The result is a visual system that feels confident, utilitarian, and expressive, positioning SHDWBX as a thoughtful, design-driven partner within the live production space. by @japaaron
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8 months ago
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A short look inside the process behind the poster for @littleimage’s upcoming tour.

Much of the work unfolds in real time. There’s a loose framework, but the design reveals itself as it goes - forms evolve, decisions respond, and the design finds its own voice… That moment of discovery is the most rewarding part: letting the process lead, and allowing the work tell you where it wants to go. 

Shoutout @mingmsun for the incredible illustrations to convey more of the lore behind this album. 

#artdirection #analog #process #typography #graphicdesign by @japaaron
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9 months ago
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New EP “FEAR” from @nfrealmusic 

This was one of the last projects I got to help with before closing out my chapter at CCMG. So many insanely talented people poured into this one - thankful to have had a small hand in it.

Cover art: @inception.post @phoenixvaughn @japaaron 
Packaging design: @wrzl.jpg 

“Washed Up” Music Video
Director: @jensennoen 
Production Company: @blesscode @phoenixvaughn @rndevereaux 

“Fear” Music Video
Director: @andrewdonoho 
Production Company: @crshbang @phoenixvaughn @kbabbbs by @japaaron
14
a year ago
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Excited for my friends @littleimage putting some incredible music and art out into the world and letting me do a little AD and fun design. This song is an absolute rager. 

Video Director: @sawyer_skipper 
Photography: @erickfrost by @japaaron
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a year ago
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Household Name is a creative studio focused on the development of ideas and stories through visual experiences. 

We create work that seeks deep connection, authenticity, and cultural influence.

See more at www.householdname.studio

#creativestudio #branding #visualidentity #design by @japaaron
11
a year ago
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Had the chance to team up with the legend @tobymac on his new album Heaven On My Mind — really proud of how everything came together.

Also feeling super grateful to be nominated for Recorded Music Packaging of the Year at the 2025 @gmadoveawards.

Big thanks to the amazing crew who helped bring it all to life.

Creative Director & Design: Aaron Stearns @japaaron 
Art Direction & Design: Nathan Blaine @nathan.blaine & Trent Nicholson @trentnicholson 
Photography: Robby Klein @robbysphotos 
Grip: Chris Parsons @tincrownphoto 
Grip: Garrett French @carrotwrench 
Assist: Lindsey Webb @lindsfilm.jpeg 
Digi Tech: Andrés Martinez @ondrace 
Styling: Nate Lampa @natelampa 
Studio: @taylorhouse
Campaign Animation: Abraham Mast @abrahammast by @japaaron
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a year ago
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@ruayoung_ - God Did (Remix Pack) 👨‍🍳👨‍🍳👨‍🍳

Creative Director & Design: Aaron Stearns @japaaron 
Director & Photographer: Paul C. Rivera @paulcrivera 
DP: Don Barro @donsizzle 
Grip: Justin Green @justing.mp4 
Editors: Don Barro @donsizzle Justin Green @justing.mp4 Seth Williamson @sethwilliamson.mov 
Colorist: Tyler Goodwin @tylergoodwin__ 
BTS & Content: David Kim @davidmauikim 
Animation: Seth Williamson @sethwilliamson.mov 
Hair & Makeup Artist: Jossy Maness @jossymanessbeauty 
Wardrobe Styling: Victoria Noel @victoriaanoell 
Visualizers: Sakr @sakrmusic 
Lyric Video: Grant Fletcher @grantmfletcher 
Project Manager: Anna Moos @helloannamoos 
Production Company: Creative Seven @creativeseven 
Labels: CCMG @capitolcmg LASAL @lasalmusic UMG @universalmusicgroup by @japaaron
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a year ago
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Catching up on here ✌️ by @japaaron
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2 years ago
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NYC with Mila & Momma 👼🍎 taken in New York, New York by @japaaron
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2 years ago
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Had fun making this one off poster to commemorate this past ESN release. This is a reminder that the reward is your journey through the process and not always the end result. by @japaaron
13
2 years ago
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