Artists, photographers, designers – DesignBR is opening its doors for 2014-2015 submissions. Call for Artists   What is DesignBR? DesignBR Vol. 2 is a design exhibition supporting our AAF-BR community and its efforts. Be a part of an exciting collaboration between AAF-BR and P.3+BR, a 13-week auxiliary experiential art exhibition from Prospect.3 in New Orleans.    The Challenge Design digital artwork that represents you as an artist. Showcase your background, your interests, your hometown or just your point of view.   The Results The 10 most popular works will be screen printed and displayed on the first floor of the Shaw Center for the Arts for 13 weeks as part of P.3+BR. The Fan Favorite will be revealed at the DesignBR Reception November 13 and will be featured in local publications.    For spec

AAF-BR October Luncheon Ft. Kelly Stevens of SevenCreative.com Friday, Oct. 3, 2014 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Juban’s on Perkins Baton Rouge, LA     About our speaker: Kelly Stevens is a brand experience expert and art director, working primarily in the space of food and food retail with her company, Seven Creative. Kelly spent 11 years as art director for Whole Foods Market, developing everything from product packaging to eco-conscious interiors to food trucks. In her past lives, Kelly designed for an advertising firm, a museum and ran her own pajama company. Whenever possible she spends her spare time traveling in third-world countries, playing soccer and two-stepping.

AAF-BR September Luncheon Ft. John McCall and Matt Stewart of Disney’s Yellow Shoes Friday, Sept. 5 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Juban’s on Perkins Rd. EXTRA SEATS AVAILABLE Hey Mouseketeers – We now have extra seats available for tomorrow’s luncheon. Normally, we are able to accommodate a limited number of club members who don’t RSVP for luncheons, or who RSVP on the morning of the luncheon. We figure the more the merrier, and the worst case scenario is that Juban’s has to start rationing out the green beans. This Friday, to make sure everyone who RSVP’d gets a spot, we’ll be checking you in at the door against the list of RSVPs. This means we won’t be able to accommodate walk-ins or late registrations. Please spread the word. It would break Jason’s

Cleared for Take Off August Member Social AAF BR 2014-15 Thursday, August 21st at Radio Bar3079 Government St., Baton Rouge 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Members, new members, guests and anyone considering joining the club are welcomed to mix and mingle at our “pre-flight” party as we prepare to take off for another great year of AAF BR camaraderie. Plus, our board of directors will be on hand to share all of the committees and ways you can get involved. Admission: FREE Specially Priced Cocktails for Attendees At least one of your favorite food trucks will be on-site if you’d like to purchase some grub. Download a special message from your pilot.  

Baton Rouge Ad Agencies Win Gold, Silver ADDYs® On Saturday, April 12, the American Advertising Federation–Baton Rouge club was named AAF District 7 Division III Club and President of the Year. AAF District 7 includes advertising clubs from Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee. At the district competition in Birmingham, AAF-BR scored first in Government Relations, Public Service, Club Operations, Programs, and Membership, and second in Advertising Education, Diversity, and Communications. AAF-BR President, Brian Rodriguez, was named AAF Division III Club President of the Year. Rodriguez is Founder of Gatorworks, a creative digital agency based in Baton Rouge. “It was an amazing year, and I’m humbled to have received this award on behalf of our Board of Directors and membership. They are all a huge part of our success,” said Rodriguez. Local

Congratulations to the Addy winners! Natalie and I sincerely hope you enjoyed the celebration last Saturday night! We have sent out email blasts containing a link to a survey that we would greatly appreciate you filling out. Without your feedback we would not be able to continue making this the type of event you want to see. Click the image below to see the 2014 Winner’s Book. If your entry is a Gold winner, the fee to move forward will be paid by AAF Baton Rouge and your entry will be sent to AAF District headquarters and automatically judged at the District level. You do not have to do anything else. Silver awards are eligible to move forward if you so choose to cover the District Forwarding fee of $80 per entry.