Couldn’t be more excited for tonights game!

Always good to wake up to Rihanna liking one of my #tbt photos!

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The Air Jordan 1 (I) – Black / Varsity Red are the definition of “Old Skool”. Originally released in March of 1985, they retailed for a measly $64.99, a price that we would all love to see today next to a pair of Air Jordans. These were the start of a beautiful era. They have been the inspiration for many shoes, as others have created shoes which featured many similarities to these. They were even banned because according to Jordan, “They didn’t have any white in them”, and he was even fined every time he laced them up. So not only are these pretty to look at, but they were part of a small movement, and are highly adored by Jordan fans.

At last Saturday’s B96 Jinglebash a very touching moment occurred when the entire B96 On-Air staff went on stage and asked the audience for a moment of silence while illuminating their cell phones for the victims of the horrendous act in Newtown, Connecticut. Simply Amazing.

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South Lot Birthday Blowout @ Chicago Bears 10.28.2012

MasterCard Priceless Chicago ft. Maggie Speaks

At the B96 2008 Jingle Bash, I captured Rihanna bringing out Chris Brown as a surprise guest. Seems like everything comes full circle these days, maybe we will see this happen again?

Machine Gun Kelly stopped through @B96Radio today to promote his new album LACE UP. Video coming soon, and yeah he went there on @TaylorSwift13

An amazing weekend featuring acts like Taylor Swift, Aerosmith, Rihanna, Usher, Bon Jovi, Lil Wayne, Green Day, Swedish House Mafia, No Doubt, Brad Paisley, Pitbull, Deadmau5, Miranda Lambert, Enrique Iglesias, Linkin Park, Jason Aldean, Pink, Mary J. Blige, Prince, Calvin Harris, LL Cool J, PSY, Britney Spears, NE-YO, Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, and more..

#PRESTIGE

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Spent an entire day doing some photo and video work at De Lasalle high-school in Chicago with Chicago Bears Defensive Lineman Israel Idonije. Hands down the nicest guy in the NFL.

While on tour in Chicago, Austin Mahone stops by the B96 studios in Chicago to perform live for a select group of contest winners. These acoustic performances of “Say Somethin” & “11:11″ are B96 Radio Exclusives… See more interviews and performances at B96.com

Shot an interview today with @ConorMaynard

Got the opportunity to film the chaos at B96 Radio in Chicago today, as Austin Mahone stopped by to do an impromptu Meet & Greet with fans that he notified on his twitter account.

Shot a quick interview with Ne-Yo this morning for B96 Radio, coming soon…

Cher Lloyd perfoms “Want You Back / OMG” Live @ B96 Radio from Ward 1 Design on Vimeo.

@cherlloyd performs her new hit single “Want You Back’ and also a cover of Usher’s “OMG” LIVE, while on her promo tour stop at B96 Radio in Chicago.

shot & edited by ward1.com

see the full interview at b96.com

Cher stopped by B96 Radio in Chicago to promote her new single “Want You Back”

#shesmybadbitch

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No NBA championship in Chicago this year, but at least i was fortunate enough to have D. Rose sign my artwork before the end of this season. Already looking forward to 2013. Superior frame work by Jon at Framers Alley, Park Ridge.

K*NAAN & Ward 1

K*Naan stopped by the B96 studios today and performed 3 songs LIVE…video coming soon..

The homie SammyAdams stopped by the B96Radio studios today promoting “Only One” on iTunes May 8th.

An energetic combination of Purple and Turquoise that may rival some of the best purple/turquoise sneakers in history (save the Air Jordan VIII ‘Aqua’), the LeBron 9 ‘Summit Lake Hornets’ is a definite must-have for any LeBron nut or anyone jumping on the bandwagon later than normal.

New Organization of the Nike Air Max 90 Collection.

Shout Out to @Primitive_ & @JusteneJaro for making it complete..

Had an amazing time at the Chicago White Sox 2012 Home Opener. Great day of tailgating, a B96 Radio broadcast, and a victory over the Detroit Tigers, all shared with a great group of friends… #gosox

Achieved a career milestone in 2012 of 10 years at B96 Radio in Chicago. I can honestly say they have been some of the best years of my life, and I am proud to be a part of such a historic radio tradition. I grew up listening to this station and to think I have been given the opportunity to brand this station with my design expertise from the logos, photography, and concert visuals, to meeting some of the biggest stars in the music industry, it truly has been a one of a kind experience. Here’s to another ten…

LED Oracle headlights installed by Showtime Audio

SWAG

John West stopped by the B96 Radio studios in Chicago and performed “Already There”

shot an edited by Ward 1 #humblehustle

Diggy stopped by the B96 Studios to promote his new album, “Unexpected Arrival“

Carly Rae Jepsen stopped by B96 Studios today and performed “Call Me Maybe” & “Curiosity”

courtesy of Jason Markk & DJ Vice

Got my ‘09 Wrangler some new dual color halo’s put in. As if this thing wasn’t turning heads enough as it is, these LEDs are so bright, everyone stops and stares…

I despise having to do club photography. #toomanydbags

more flicks here…

New Design for Jump Smokers 2012 Website — visual assault by Johnny Digital

#whisperjumpsmokers

Make no mistake about it: The Wanted are having the time of their lives. Only a year on from their huge Number One debut single ‘All Time Low’ and they have already become one of Britain’s biggest, most brilliant pop bands, living a dream that has far surpassed even their most optimistic expectations and all with their best mates at their side. Tom, Max, Siva, Jay & Nathan definitely had a great time hanging with us at B96 Radio today..

@thewantedmusic
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Only in Chicago…

Nike Air Max 90 – Black/White Medium-Grey Volt

Crazy temperatures in Chicago today, and its January

The 2011 B96 JingleBash was a huge success from beginning to end. Here is a view of the 2-day setup from morning til night, til the first act hit the stage, all the way through until the tear-down process….all from 50ft. above the main stage.

The 2011 B96 JingleBash was a huge success from beginning to end. Here is a view of the 2-day setup from morning til night, til the first act hit the stage, all the way through until the tear-down process….all from 50ft. above the DJ stage.

by Ward 1 & Nate Azark

B96 JingleBash was sold out to the roof, and we had GoPro cameras everywhere to capture every moment! Full recap video coming soon…

The boys of Honor Society perform Live at B96 Radio in Chicago, shot by Ward 1

Had a chance to film some of Las Vegas’ best skylines this weekend, high atop the Cosmopolitan hotel… I simply love this city

Ward 1 (aka Johnny Digital) of Jump Smokers with the amazing Jessica Sutta promoting her new single “Show Me”. Hear the Jump Smokers REMIX here.

Ward 1 & B.o.B. at B96 Chicago rockin’ the G-Shock GA110GB-1A

Shot some video today of the 2012 Hooters Calendar Girls

New G-Shock’s added to the collection

Shot a video with @KeenanCahill & Stylz and Roman of B96 Radio

This pair of Air Jordan VIII Retro’s were released in 2003. They were the second colorway released. An all new colorway, they are known as the “Chromes” due to their colorway description. Retail was $135 and they were a general release. These came in the Jordan face box along with a retro card.

Air Jordan 8 Retro
Black/Chrome
305381-001
05/03/2003

Got to hear Timbaland’s new album Friday night, let’s just say in 2012 “Timbo the King” is back, and he’s bringin’ Missy Elliott, Justin Timberlake and more with him…

This was one of the first Air Jordan XIII Retro Low’s released. They came out in 2005 alongside another colorway. Both were a general release available at chainstores as well as urban accounts. Retail was $130 and they came in the silver 20th Anniversary Jordan box along with a retro card.

While the ‘Silver Anniversary’ version of the Air Jordan XIII never made it past the sample stage, the silhouette did see a number of retail drops previously that teetered on the edge of that all silver and white colorblocking. One of which was this Air Jordan XIII Low from 2005, dominated by white and metallic silver on the upper which were matched with just a tiny bit of midnight navy and ice blue.

This rare colorway is impossible to find in this size and condition. Original Box and Retro Card included.

Air Jordan XIII Low
White/Metallic Silver-Midnight Navy-Ice Blue
310810-103
04/23/2005

Every night when I drive home I visualize my commute as a music video. This is what I see in my head as I’m driving… enjoy the ride…

Time to rock the Madhouse on Madison…

December 1st can’t get here soon enough…

Just a couple days before the 2011-2012 Season Opener, Chicago Blackhawks Patrick Sharp stops by 670 the Score Sports Radio Chicago to chat with McNeil and Spiegel.

shot by @Ward1Design

What an amazing day for the Chicago Bears opening day game!

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Is the Nike Air Max 360 BB Low the surprise shoe of the season? So far it’s made a strong case with its low cut, high tech, and pop colorways. A Bright Mango/Crimson-White displays the latter, relying on a mango base with crimson accents. Full-length Air Max cushioning and Flywire construction give these the support of a LeBron with the build of a Kobe. Grab this member of the “Focus” Pack now at Nike.

Release Date
November 1995

Retail Price
$125.00

Production Number
130245 062 00

Production Date
951012 FT4, 951101 FT4, 960103 FT1, 960204 FT4 Taiwan 951202 LN2 China

Seems crazy to think that summer and baseball season are over, but sitting at a game when it’s 40 degrees just means its time for football instead…..let the tailgating party begin…Sunday can’t get here soon enough. #BEARDOWN

David Guetta’s New Album “Nothing But The Beat”, might just be the album of the year.

Kenny Wormald, W1, Julianne Hough, director Craig Brewer

Ward 1 got a chance to hang out with my B96 Family and Jason DeRulo at dinner and out in the Chi….such a good dude…be on the lookout for an upcoming Jump Smokers / Jason DeRulo collab…..

“New watch alert, Hublots or the big face Rollie? I got two of those”

“I’ll just settle for this ill G-Shock”… – Ward 1

For all the Ke$ha Meet & Greet Chicago Radio Station Winners, get your pics by clicking HERE.

“this place about to blow…..” – Ke$ha

Ward 1 Photography of the 2011 Chicago Air & Water Show, featuring the Thunderbirds.

EVEN MORE PICTURES FROM THE AIR & WATER SHOW

Ward 1 Photography attended the 2011 Chicago Air & Water Show Media Day and took some photos of the planes for this years event. Full weekend of photos from the Lakefront coming soon..

EVEN MORE PICTURES FROM THE AIR & WATER SHOW

The Air Jordan 2.0 is a great new addition to the Jordan Brand family, using the classic Air Jordan 2 silhouette, but giving it serious performance upgrades with only slight aesthetic alterations. The first colorway, an OG-inspired white/black-red look, hit stores two months ago, but the Air Jordan 2.0 Cool Grey/Cement-Black is on-deck and it’s a perfect look both for the basketball courts, and the summer months. The shoes mixes a cool grey leather upper with black and grey elephant print along the toe, and black piping and piecing around the heel.

Another night at home gettin’ some work done…

These might be one of the illest pair of shoes I own. Nike Air Max LeBron 8 V.2 Low “Solar Red”

“they f*ckin glow” – ward 1

The tradition continues…

I survived the mayhem of Lollapalooza 2011 in Chicago, after all the music, all the rain and the hundreds of thousands of people…my Nike Air Max 90 Infrareds didn’t…thank goodness the closest is stacked with more…..

Simply Amazing, Interscope Records recording artist Pia Toscano from American Idol. And she loves collecting Jordan’s…match made..

PIATOSCANOOFFICIAL.COM

Wrap design by Ward 1 Design, Printed by The Graphics Co.

Every once in a while a day off on the lake for Ward 1 Design is all that’s needed.

The boys of Mindless Behavior stopped through today to promote “Mrs. Right”, peep them here.

Kristen Chenoweth stopped by US99 to perform some new songs off her upcoming album
..here is one of the videos I shot…she gets up close and personal with me at the 1:30 mark

Kristin Chenoweth – LIVE at US99 from Ward 1 Design on Vimeo.

Foil Imprinted, Matte Finished, Round Edge Die Cut

design: ward1.com | print: hmaprint.com

Ward 1 Photography spent an amazing July 4th on the waters of Lake Michigan overlooking the beautiful city of Chicago.

After 30 years in the industry, Motley Crue proves they still have what it takes to shut down a show. This is the best sound, lighting and pyro I’ve seen them have in 10+ years. Amazing show!

It’s the middle of June, but finally we have nice weather in Chicago.

So far, the Nike LeBron 8 V2 has proven to be the most well-received out of the three-headed monster Nike has supplied King James with this season. We have witnessed the releases of sought-after colorways such as the “Stoplight” Nike LeBron 8 V2 and the “Entourage” Nike LeBron 8 V2. We will be able to add this never-before-seen “Sprite” Nike LeBron 8 V2 Low to this short, must-have list should a release date follow. This variation, which is obviously inspired by ever-so-popular soft drink, features an eye-catching Treasure Blue tone for most of the upper with hints of white and volt on the inner lining, Swoosh and tongue border. To coincide with those elements, Nike applied a volt-colored, full-length Max Air sole unit.

But W1 got ‘em!

Nice lil break right across the street!

Check out the amazing time-lapse footage from GoPro cameras mounted to the DJ booth and the soundboard center stage at the 2011 B96 Pepsi SummerBash! The cameras ran for 12 hours and was set to take a picture every 5 seconds, and the movies run 30 frames per second.

The Jordan Retro 3 Slide is the perfect after-sport recovery slide to complement your favorite AJ IIIs. It features a full-grain and synthetic leather upper with hook-and-loop closure, embroidered Jumpman and Air Jordan III details. It also has a Vis-Air® unit in the heel, full-length polyurethane midsole and a rubber sole.

Spent the day on the lake with a new GoPro Hero Camera attached to my Yamaha FX Cruiser SHO

Video coming soon….

Johnny Digital and Reydon of Jump Smokers @ Wet Republic in Las Vegas!

poolside captured with iPhone



View from Ghostbar, taken with iPhone

Showed Akon some of my shots of him today from our SummerBash Concert in 2009, there’s a good chance the photos will end up on artwork for his new album “Stadium”…stay tuned…

One of the shots he likes..

“Is it 5 o’clock yet?” – Ward 1

B96 SummerBash Artists New Boyz, doing a UStream / Social Network takeover LIVE from my office…

Former Chicago Bear and current New Orleans Saint, Alex Brown.

goofin’ with J. & Julian and Alex Brown · Click Image to view details
[ Photo Effects by W1 ]

The Nike Air Max 90′s are already at the top of the list for many of us, I bring you a look at the Nike Air Max 90 ACG. The ACG theme is heavy throughout the entire shoe, with classic ACG colors like purple and hot red coming together on the upper. Different colored speckled laces are also included, adding a nice touch to an already unique combo.

“Fierce Five” · Click image to view larger.

“Rainin’ 3′s” · Click image to view larger.

“Back Court Violation” · Click image to view larger.

“D-Fense” · Click image to view larger.

“Breakin’ Ankles” · Click image to view larger.

“Game Winner” · Click image to view larger.

but you know Ward 1′s got ‘em…

Inspired by the poster for the HBO hit show “Entourage,” the latest Nike LeBron 8 V2 is surefire head-turner, much like walking past King James himself. A Photo Blue Flywire-infused upper is complemented by matching patent leather on the midfoot. The same material is used in a perforated variety on the backside of the collar, and the Max Air sole boasts the same bright blue hue. Tour Yellow appears on the outsole, Swoosh surround and other key accents, including the Lion on the tongue’s eyes.

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Guest Bedroom Closet full as well…now where do i start storing them?

Ward 1 Design Media designed the new 2011 wraps of the B96 Chicago Street Team Lipton Brisk Tahoe’s.

I’m All In…

One of those days…

Wiz Kahlifa “Rolling Papers” in stores March 29th

65 degrees today…

Designed by Johnny Digital!

All White Everything, mesh uppers, custom embroidery….simply ill… Nike Air Max 90′s

#1 album on iTunes right now, Lupe Fiasco “Lasers”

“Pockets on Blast…”

Crazy Full Moon tonight…[ Click to Enlarge ]

Sometimes you’ll catch me “straight chillin”…searchin for inspiration…

Chicago Blackhawks Hall Of Fame Goalie Tony Esposito stopped by today in route to his Honorary “Heritage Night” at the Hawks game tonight.

During the remodel of my Master Bath and Guest Bathrooms, I decided to build in an audio system that controls each room separately all from an iPhone. More pics coming soon…

The Nike Air Max 90 Infrared’s are the illest kicks of all time, so when they become available it’s a must to stock up!

“You ain’t gotta worry bout her, shorty straight
Been chasing her for 2 days, first 48
A bad bitch cost, she worth every cent
She look like the best money that I ever spent
Just watching my cutiepie get beautified
Make me want better jewels, a newer ride
Louis Vuitton shoes, she got too much pride
Her feet are killing her, I call it shoe-icide” – FABOLOUS

Mindless Behavior has opened for Justin Bieber, Backstreet Boys and is now on tour with Janet Jackson.

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” – Ferris Bueller

Just a little fun time in the snow…

A group of radio station winners were invited to come through the station today and have breakfast with FLO RIDA who was in town to promote his new album “Only One Flo” Part One

“Who Dat Girl” – FLO RIDA

This is how nice and calm everything is the day before the big show. Tomorrow this arena will be packed to the ceiling with 20,000+ screaming fans..The B96 Jingle Bash has been sold out for months and features Justin Bieber, Nelly, Jason Derulo, my boy Mike Posner, Far East Movement, Bruno Mars and of course us, the Jump Smokers!

The amazing Adriana Lima was in town today promoting the Victoria’s Secret show and the 2 million dollar Fantasy Bra. This Brazilian beauty is about to turn 30 years old. Need more? Click Here.

“OMG, What an angel!”

2 miles an hour, so everyone can see you…

“It’s almost finished!” – W1

“Seriously, can’t you pose any differently?”

“I’ve been fly so long, I fell asleep on the f*cking plane…”

Two amazing ladies in one day! Keri Hilson “Pretty Girl Rock” & Nick Minaj “Roman’s Revenge” stopped through today…

Fall days in Bloomingdale are perfect…

Nick Cannon was in town today to promote his new stand up comedy show at the Improv in Schaumburg. He also talked about working with Jump Smokers on a song for his album.. more info on that to come…