Print Design
Truth and Lies
Savannah, Georgia-based freelance designer and SCAD student Justin Barber (no relation to us) has tapped into his branding and identity skills for this witty series about everyday white lies, uncovering the difference between what we say and what we mean. Well done. Via jstnbrbr.com
Read MorePrints by Derrick Castle
Nashville-based illustrator/designer/artist Derrick Castle (aka Straw Castle) started off designed t-shirts. With more exposure came more opportunities, and Castle has since gone on to illustrate designs for the likes of Kid Rock, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, and Def Leppard, among others. The details in his block printing are phenomenal. Be sure to also check out…
Read MoreDark Disney Posters
British designer Rowan Stocks-Moore clearly has a fondness for Disney movies, but interprets them in an unexpected way. Rather than the lighthearted and charming Disney movie poster depictions we’re used to, Stocks-Moore explores the darker side of these tales with some smart silhouettes. Prints of this growing series are available here. Via Tumblr
Read MoreESPN 2013 Planning Guide by Barbour Design
Barbour Design recently designed a media kit for ESPN, their annual Planning Guide. This year, the design was driven by some great stadium photography, paired with dark hues and contrasting vibrant accents. All materials were printed on a silk stock with dull varnish, plus a spot gloss UV for some punch.
Read MoreDo Good Doodles
The work of Malaysian illustrator Lim Heng Swee (aka ilovedoodle) just brings a smile, even on this Monday morning. Her work is uncomplicated and, most of all, fun. She has quite a body of work that’s growing everyday (you may have seen her doodles on t-shirts and/or prints). Swee says of her own work, “Life…
Read MoreDKNG
Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman of Los Angeles-based design firm DKNG have found their niche in the music and entertainment industries. They have a great aesthetic that seems to evolve with each new project. We particularly love the Bon Iver tour poster (beautiful halftoning) and Paramount Pictures’ 100th Anniversary print (amazing icon set). Via dkngstudios.com
Read MoreFantastic Film Posters of Ibraheem Youssef
Boston-based art director/designer/illustrator/film buff Ibraheem Youssef definitely has a particular aesthetic…. sort of a grungy, bold style. His fantastic series of film posters are some of the best we’ve seen (even reminiscent of the great Olly Moss… here and here). Via ibraheemyoussef.com
Read MoreVintage DC Comics Posters
Love the minimalist, vintage style of this series of DC characters by Iowa-based illustrator/designer/animator Michael Myers. Can we get a little Marvel love now? Via drawsgood.com
Read MoreUncommon Greatness from Commoner, Inc.
Boston based design studio Commoner, Inc. is really good at what they do. They specialize in brand identity, custom type and illustration… with an edge. Love their style. Their identity for local restaurant The Lower Depths is particularly, um, awesome. We, as designers, relish in the (sadly rare) encounter of a really great menu design,…
Read MoreKreopoleio Restaurant Identity
For fellow carnivores out there, this one’s for you. Greek designers Beetroot Design Group created this clever identity for Kreopoleio Restaurant (kreopoleion = shop in Greek). Visual references, like beef/pork chart, butcher’s knife and chalkboard all meld into a really nice, smart identity. The splash of color in the last cut (being the tail) is…
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