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Obsidian believes in building better companies for our clients. An attractive logo, brochure, or website that doesn’t help you succeed is a waste of time. While we are more than happy to create stand-alone designs and materials to your specification, our services can best be used to shape, complement, and enhance your company’s overall branding strategy. Whether you’re satisfied with your brand, looking for a change, or exploring a new idea, let us make your company better.

Obsidian has pioneered a proprietary 3-step method for producing creative works.

Vision is where the thought process begins. This is the cultivation of your ideas and our experience. We then proceed with the design, producing visually engaging images that are direct extensions of your vision. After a process of selection and revision, measured by your satisfaction, the design is translated onto a variety of media tailored to your project. Obsidian’s services can either start at the beginning or merge into any stage of the 3-step process.

• branding
• identity development
• design campaign

• website design
• website maintenance
• web-based presentations

• logos and company graphics
• illustration and photo editing
• layouts (books, magazines, etc.)
• application interfaces

• brochures and catalogues
• flyers, signs, and posters
• packaging design
• miscellaneous

• flash presentations
• powerpoint presentations
• advertising cd-roms
• cd business cards

• promotional materials
• newsletters and bulletins
• document enhancement
• proofreading

mollys vision includes cranberries

This is SO WILD. Molly Sims debuted a one-of-a-kind dress featuring thousands of real cranberries during LA Fashion Week created by top designer Kevan Hall and inspired by Dial’s AntiOxidant Cranberry Body Wash.

A little bit about the dress…
· The dress has over 2,000 real cranberries from neckline to hem
· Six food stylists worked for 96 hours to prepare the cranberries for use
· Starting with raw, barely ripe cranberries (to ensure they retained their bright color and to avoid wrinkling), the food stylists hand-pierced each cranberry with a needle to release its moisture. Using a commercial-grade dehydrator, they then dried the berries at a temperature of 100ºF for 15 hours
· A team of 15 people worked on the dress from design through completion, including a pattern maker, cutter, beader, dress maker and the designer himself
· On the finished dress, the cranberries resemble beads more than actual cranberries

It’s up for auction and all proceeds benefit The Children’s Institute, an organization enabling children to maximize their learning potential and to effectively utilize social skills in a positive manner.

molly has incredible vision

Molly Sims is more than just a pretty face. Born on May 25, 1973, in Murray, Kentucky, she was attending Vanderbilt University in Tennessee when her roommate convinced the green-eyed coed to send some head shots to New York modeling agencies. Shortly thereafter, the then 19-year-old was signed by an agency and sent to London where she worked for several years.

The 5′ 9″ model has appeared in magazines such as Elle, Vogue, Madam Figaro, Madamoiselle, and Marie Claire. She has also been featured in advertisements for companies such as Nautica, Armani, Chanel, Old Navy, and Maidenform. A competitive swimmer, Sims was a perfect match for the Sport Illustrated Swimsuit Edition. One of her other claims to fame is her work for Victoria’s Secret.

Following in the footsteps of Cindy Crawford and Rebecca Romijn-Stamos, Sims has been hosting MTV’s fashion show House of Style since 2000. The model has also appeared on the TV series Las Vegas, as well as the movie Starsky & Hutch. In 2005 she was a judge for the Miss USA pageant.
-Marie Talmon

The svelte, blonde, and exceptionally striking American actress Molly Sims segued into a dramatic career after maintaining a high profile and achieving instant recognition as a supermodel. Born May 25, 1973, in Murray, KY, Sims attended Vanderbilt University, where she studied law, until a college roommate prompted her to submit modeling test shots to a number of agencies in Manhattan. Not long after, the esteemed Next Agency offered Sims a contract. Omnipresent ads for such brands as Michael Kors, Chanel, and Old Navy followed, in addition to sexy layouts for the Swimsuit editions of Sports Illustrated magazine. Sims also landed an enviable, exclusive contract with Cover Girl for several years, and appeared on the covers of such women’s periodicals as -Lucky, -Mademoiselle, -Self, and -Cosmopolitan. Sims transitioned to acting roles at age 30, with an ongoing turn as the sultry Delinda DeLaine, the daughter of James Caan’s Big Ed DeLaine, in the blockbuster NBC drama Las Vegas. Sims debuted on the big screen in 2004, as Mrs. Feldman, the wife of Vince Vaughn’s gangster Reese Feldman, in the big-screen spoof Starsky && Hutch. She then portrayed Liz in the Rob Schneider laugh-fest The Benchwarmers (2006). Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

molly has incredible vision

Molly Sims is more than just a pretty face. Born on May 25, 1973, in Murray, Kentucky, she was attending Vanderbilt University in Tennessee when her roommate convinced the green-eyed coed to send some head shots to New York modeling agencies. Shortly thereafter, the then 19-year-old was signed by an agency and sent to London where she worked for several years.

The 5′ 9″ model has appeared in magazines such as Elle, Vogue, Madam Figaro, Madamoiselle, and Marie Claire. She has also been featured in advertisements for companies such as Nautica, Armani, Chanel, Old Navy, and Maidenform. A competitive swimmer, Sims was a perfect match for the Sport Illustrated Swimsuit Edition. One of her other claims to fame is her work for Victoria’s Secret.

Following in the footsteps of Cindy Crawford and Rebecca Romijn-Stamos, Sims has been hosting MTV’s fashion show House of Style since 2000. The model has also appeared on the TV series Las Vegas, as well as the movie Starsky & Hutch. In 2005 she was a judge for the Miss USA pageant.
-Marie Talmon

The svelte, blonde, and exceptionally striking American actress Molly Sims segued into a dramatic career after maintaining a high profile and achieving instant recognition as a supermodel. Born May 25, 1973, in Murray, KY, Sims attended Vanderbilt University, where she studied law, until a college roommate prompted her to submit modeling test shots to a number of agencies in Manhattan. Not long after, the esteemed Next Agency offered Sims a contract. Omnipresent ads for such brands as Michael Kors, Chanel, and Old Navy followed, in addition to sexy layouts for the Swimsuit editions of Sports Illustrated magazine. Sims also landed an enviable, exclusive contract with Cover Girl for several years, and appeared on the covers of such women’s periodicals as -Lucky, -Mademoiselle, -Self, and -Cosmopolitan. Sims transitioned to acting roles at age 30, with an ongoing turn as the sultry Delinda DeLaine, the daughter of James Caan’s Big Ed DeLaine, in the blockbuster NBC drama Las Vegas. Sims debuted on the big screen in 2004, as Mrs. Feldman, the wife of Vince Vaughn’s gangster Reese Feldman, in the big-screen spoof Starsky && Hutch. She then portrayed Liz in the Rob Schneider laugh-fest The Benchwarmers (2006). Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

molly’s vision includes the animals

As millions of people make a resolution to lose weight this year, 54 million overweight cats and dogs in the United States also are in need of shedding a few pounds for their health’s sake. Today, to help America’s beloved pets start their path to a healthier lifestyle, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), one of the most trusted authorities on animal health and welfare, and Hill’s Pet Nutrition, a leader in pet nutrition, launched the 2008 PetFit Challenge with a pop up pet health and fitness center at the Hollywood and Highlands in Los Angeles. As part of this challenge, the AVMA, Hill’s and celebrity fitness guru, Gunnar Peterson, along with the first participant, actress and model, Molly Sims and her two dogs, Chloe and Poepette, are pledging to help America’s pets lose 50 million pounds in 2008 — one of the biggest overall weight-loss challenges in America.

molly has second thoughts on one endorsement

You know something has to be wrong with you when a handful of celebs don’t want publicity associated with your name. That’s the case with Lev Leviev, the Israeli billionaire denounced by Oxfam America in January for his unethical diamond mining practices and settlement construction. Famous Hollywood photographer Timothy White gives thanks to Leviev in his new book, Hollywood Pinups, released today; Leviev’s diamonds are being featured in the book. In an ironic twist, the book names Oxfam America as one of the recipients of its proceeds–and Oxfam isn’t happy.

Neither are the celebs featured in the book. The PR company that represents Tea Leoni, Kate Walsh, Felicity Huffman, Mary-Kate Olsen, and Melissa George has asked for their names to not be associated with the Leviev, and Oxfam Ambassador Kristin Davis has had her photo removed from Leviev’s website. New York rights coalition Adalah-NY has contacted others and asked them to renounce the company as well, including Susan Sarandon (who wrote the book’s introduction), Vanessa Williams, Kate Hudson, Molly Sims, and Gina Gershon.

An Oxfam America spokesperson, Adrienne Smith, said, “Oxfam reiterates our policy that we are not and never will be partners or beneficiaries of Leviev because of both his mining practices and his support of Israeli settlements on Occupied Palestinian Lands which is in contravention of International Law and a major obstacle in the road to peace… Oxfam is disturbed to find ourselves used in this way and we intend to be proactive in informing those in our community about the deliberate strategy of Leviev Diamonds to connect itself with unwitting charities and celebrities.”

What do you think? Did Leviev redeem himself at all by trying to work with Oxfam? Or is everyone right to continue denouncing this corruption?

molly has the look of incredible vision

It’s Monday again and time for some hardware babes to beat the back to work blues. We’ve got a sparkle in our eye after seeing this post from one of our sponsors. Molly Sims, that hot little super actress with the gorgeous body has popped out the bling with a diamond bikini. Making its debut in the Sports Illustrated swimsuit magazine, rumor has it that finding diamonds big enough to cover Miss Sims modesty wasn’t easy – she does have rather nice sized breasts after all. Before you rush out and buy one for the missus, you might want to think hard about the $30milliion dollar price tag. For Molly Sims, we think the price would be worth it.

Designed by Susan Rosen and worked with Steinmetz diamonds, the bikini was made up with over 150 carats of D flawless diamonds – the best in the world. A stunning 51ct flawless pear shaped diamond was used to cover Mollys Muff and a pair of 8ct flawless pear shaped diamonds were used for her nipples. And if you are curious what the bottom half looked like, here’s a close up of the big diamonds. Don’t bother trying to spot any hair – it’s been airbrushed!

molly is beautiful in her diamond bikini

The $30 Million Diamond Bikini

by Deidre Woollard
Victoria’s Secret doesn’t have the lock on diamond garments. This year’s 2006 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue features the $30 million Diamond Bikini. The bikini, designed by Susan Rosen with Steinmetz Diamonds, contains over 150 carats of D Flawless diamonds. Some of the diamonds are the rarest in the world including a 51-carat, pear-shaped diamond, a 30-carat emerald cut, a pair of 15 carat rounds and a pair of eight carat pear shapeds. The stones are set in platinum for one valuable and very tiny bikini. After the jump, Molly Sims models the teeny weeny pricey bikini.

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molly has incredible fashion vision

Leighton Meester and Molly Sims both love Treesje bags. Suddenly this bag is popping up all over Hollywood. Leighton Meester has a great clutch, Paris Hilton has the Metro clutch, and Molly Sims has the Avalon bag in black.

molly sims has vision for the bad boys

have you read the manual???

“Steve Santagati has done it again! He brilliantly shares the secrets men don’t want women to know about them. It’s like having a cool, best guy friend in your back pocket. This book is a MUST have for any woman who wants to know how men think, and, more importantly, have the upper hand in winning over the man of their dreams.”
—Dr. Robi Ludwig, author, psychological commentator, and host of TLC’s One Week to Save Your Marriage
“Steve is definitely a man’s man! I’ve seen him in action, and he knows what he’s talking about when it comes to dating and relationships. I’m sure The MANUAL will become every woman’s mible (a Bible on men)!”
—Rachael Ray, #1 New York Times bestselling author and TV personality
“Steve has opened a real can of worms with The MANual. It’s going to be much easier for women to traverse the dating world after they read this…and much tougher out there for the bad boys!”
—Molly Sims, star of the hit show “Las Vegas”

molly’s vision begins with her beautiful green eyes

Super model Molly Sims and her green eyes.

Name: Molly Sims
Birth Date: May 25, 1973
Place of Birth: Murray, Kentucky, USA
Occupation: Model, actress
Education: Vanderbilt University
Career Start: Next Agency
Magazines: British and American Elle, French Vogue, Madame Figaro, and gracing the covers of Madame Figaro, French Vogue and British Marie Claire
Eyes: Green
Hair: Brunette
Height: 5′ 9″

Born in Murray, Kentucky to Jim and Dottie Sims, Molly graduated from Murray High School in Murray, Kentucky. She attended Vanderbilt University for 2 years, starting in Fall 1991, before dropping out to model. In May 2000, she was announced as the host of MTV’s “House of Style” (1989).

Trivia

Previously engaged to Stéphane Dessaint.

Official spokeswoman for Old Navy clothing store (US) and appears on their tv commercials. [2001]

Former professional swimmer

Neighbor and childhood friend of Rahul Tandon

Won’t go into an airplane unless she steps in with her right foot and touches the plane with her right hand

As a child, she had a crush on actor Paul Newman.

Has a fear of flying

Has two dogs named Poupette and Chloe.

Was stung on the lips by a bee while on vacation in Hawaii, which sparked rumors that she had received collagen injections.

Named #71 on the Maxim magazine “Hot 100 of 2005″ list.

Was featured as #60 in Maxim Magazine’s “Hot 100 of 2002″ supplement. (2002)

Personal quotes

I believe in magic, psychics and all that. I’ve spoken to people who I swear can tell the future.