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July 16, 2006

Introducing The Zehnkatzen Times

ME Liz Strauss wrote this at 8:28 am

SOB Hall of Famer: The Zehnkatzen Times

by Samuel J. Klein

Zehnkatzen Times

The Zehnkatzen Times is the record of the perambulations of Samuel John Klein, a designer and self-styled pundit based in Portland, Oregon. From this podium he finds and comments on interesting things in graphic design, logo design, web design, map design, life and times in Portland, and the occasional ironic or funny random observation and, every now and again, a somewhat-trenchant political observation. Feel free to stop by and celebrate the process.

Notes from Liz: Sam J. Klein is a graphic designer who has a way with words. As soon as you begin reading The Zehnkatzen Times, you start to get the feeling, “Hey, I think I know this guy.” He understands the writer’s magic of bringing a smile and his own viewpoint to a story. His content includes commentary on blooks, blogs and his ongoing projects some of which are

He’s into so many things and writes with such a light touch. I can’t help but wonder whether his last name isn’t really Clemens.

Thanks, Sam, for letting me introduce you to the readers of Successful Blog.

–ME “Liz” Strauss

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6 Comments to “Introducing The Zehnkatzen Times”

  1. July 16th, 2006 at 12:54 pm
    Tammy said

    Hi, Liz ~ I just spent a wonderful chunk of time on Sam’s blog. You are right, he’s a colorful writer and enjoyed his unique view of the world so of course I will have yet another blog to connect with!

    Tammy
    This is only my second week, it’s getting fun ~

  2. July 16th, 2006 at 1:48 pm
    ME Strauss said

    Hi Tammy,
    Sam’s blog is a good — just as your’s is. I have such fun introducing folks to new blogs!

  3. July 18th, 2006 at 4:46 am
    Samuel John Klein said

    Thanks for the kudos, Tammy and Liz; I appreciate feedback of any sort. Almost in spite of my passion for design I have an even bigger passion for writing, and, latterly have I found out, being read. Blogging, therefore, is perfect for me.

    Additonally, Liz, I was flattered by the Clemens reference. When I was but a neat thing I sometimes wondered if we were related, because he was Sam and loved to write and I am/was Sam and loved to read (and still do-my art and design book collection is threatening to overwhelm my office).

  4. July 18th, 2006 at 5:49 am
    Samuel John Klein said

    Oh, also, I would be most remiss if I didn’t point out that neither Designorati.com nor QuarkVSInDesign.com would even be here without the vision and passion of one Pariah S. Burke, who I’ve come to look on as something of a mentor and who is just plain one of the neatest friends I’ve ever had.

    He has a personal/professional site at http://www.iampariah.com, which merits your attention.

  5. July 18th, 2006 at 6:31 am
    ME Strauss said

    Hi Sam,
    You’re welcome. Thanks for bringing that to our attention. It’s always great to know about more designers around here. They tend to be shy at first about poking their heads in.

    Hope you’re coming to visit tonight, when we open the mic for comments. It’s a great way to get to know everyone.

  6. July 18th, 2006 at 6:34 am
    ME Strauss said

    PS
    I’m glad I picked up on the Clemens in you. It does show through in your writing. You’ve got a similar style and voice that’s most appealing and filled with self-deprecating wit.

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