Event Description
On November 18th AIGA LA and Bang & Olufsen welcome entertainment design guru Kenny Gravillis, the creative director behind Gravillis Inc., to share his wisdom about making your mark, getting what you want and putting out the work you want to see. Gravillis Inc. is a well known, award winning, boutique design firm known as the providers of thought provoking smart artwork for savvy consumers.
Throughout his career Kenny has made it his mission to "stay true to who we are and our culture, all while having a balance of making good business decisions." This event is a must see for any creative looking to learn and improve upon client relationships, communication skills, and gain insight on how to maintain your voice in this age of increasingly integrated media.
Pro-Sessions is a free lecture series hosted by AIGA/LA and Bang & Olufsen. Learn from the Pro’s and mingle with the community.
We will begin promptly at 7:30pm with mingling before, followed by a short Q&A. Everyone is welcome!
7pm-9pm
Bang & Olufsen, 169 West Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91105
This event is free.
Parking is available on the street and in one of the many public garages/lots nearby.
About Kenny Gravillis
Born and raised in East London, Kenny moved to New York City after graduating design school to pursue a career in graphic design. After a few failed attempts in the packaging world, Kenny found his niche in the music industry. He began working at Def Jam Records designing album packages for artists such as Public Enemy, Onyx, Warren G, and LL Cool J; and in 1995 he was the senior art director at MCA Records working with artists such as Mary J. Blige, The Roots, and Common.
By 2000, Kenny and his wife/business partner had made the move to Los Angeles and opened the doors of Gravillis Inc. Their hope was to have a graphic design studio that would visually communicate ideas and concepts both challenging and thought provoking for the savvy consumer. Gravillis continues to produce albums covers but these days has re-directed his focus to the entertainment industry with a client list containing the likes of HBO, The Weinstein Company, 20th Century Fox, Fox Searchlight, and much more.
Gravillis Inc’s most recent notable projects are The Weinstein's Co Inglourious Basterds, Paramount Pictures' Shutter Island, 20th Century Fox's Avatar, Universal Music Janet Jackson and Interscope Robin Thicke. Leading a team of young talented designers Kenny Gravillis’s smart, witty campaigns always begin with one question; how is it going to make people think?
I'm inquiring as to the Kenny Gravillis event at Bang & Olufsen in Pasadena on Wednesday (Nov.18th). Is it on a 'first come, first serve' basis, or do I need to reserve a ticket? I would like to go, but not clear as to how I can attend.
Thank you,
Omar
Hi Omar!
It's free for all - there is limited seating but there is no limit to attendees. We would love to have you there!
Thanks,
Jennifer
That was a great event last night! Kenny was both funny and informative, and he obviously has a great team. Thanks, Jennifer!
yup I enjoyed and got inspired by kenny's speech. I also have some jimmy dean's stuff but i know its a start......