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Flash Mobs Get a Corporate Makeover
Wall Street Journal. 05.08.2013


Flash mobs, those unexpected performances in public places, have gone legit. Companies are paying thousands of dollars for "impromptu" mobs to spice up conferences and sales meetings. WSJ's Linda Freund reports.  

Article: Spontaneity for Hire appeared on page A1 of the U.S. Edition of the Wall Street Journal. 

Gilbert and George: Burglar Steals Wads of Fake Cash
Wall Street Journal, 03.01.2012

This is just one of the headlines that inspired artistic duo Gilbert and George's new work, 'London Pictures.' The pair spent six years stealing newspaper-headline posters from London stores, culminating in an art digest of urban life.


It's Okay to be Naughty in Bubblegum Alley
Wall Street Journal, 01.08.2013

Gum chewing may be going out of style, with overall sales down in the U.S., but there's one place where it's still poppin': California's Bubblegum Alley. For decades, visitors have smashed gum on the walls. Hygienic? No way! But, the tradition has stuck.


Oscar Hit "Beasts" Made with Help of Film Students
Wall Street Journal. 02.19.2013

Explosions, stampedes and pig-like monsters - rare in a film made on a $1.5 million budget. 
But possible thanks to SF Academy of Art University students who did most of the special effects 
for "Beasts of the Southern Wild." WSJ's Linda Freund reports.

Eating Sushi Like a Pro With Iron Chef Morimoto 
Wall Street Journal, 02.09.2012

How much wasabi is too much? Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto schools the WSJ's Deborah Kan with a sushi and sashimi feast.


An Artist's Paper Version of Hong Kong 
Wall Street Journal, 04.24.2012

Artist Tereza Hradilkova gives a virtual tour of Hong Kong using detailed pop-up cards. Hers focus on the city’s mix of contemporary and traditional architecture.

Hong Kong Caviar to Go
Wall Street Journal, 03.01.2012

Caviar may be an acquired taste, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune. In Hong Kong, caviar-to-go is a new culinary trend helping move this gourmet product from the most exclusive restaurants to the man-on-the-street.

Tricked Out Private Jet
Wall Street Journal, 02.16.2012

All aboard for a tour of an Asian CEO's playground. The WSJ explores what goes into custom-designing a multi-million dollar private jet.

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