The journal

Field notes on live activation merch.

Practical writing for the people who plan activations — how to design the station, ideas worth stealing, and where the budget really goes.

Crowd at a live merch activation
Detail of a garment customized live at a brand activation
Fresh branded merch on display at an activation

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