Grit City Inc.
I just magically stumbled upon Grit City Inc., an independent publisher releasing books that they would buy. Based in Philadelphia here’s a great quote from their site – “Our books are a tangible, beautiful expression of people and their stories. GritCityInc. is all about community love – must be our Philly roots coming through.” I’m really interested in the soon-to-be-released Tatted. Cited as revealing the emotion associated with the permanent art of the tattoo. The book has 160 pages filled with essays, interviews and photographs by Marianne Bernstein. I like this Tattoo Script T available to purchase on their site too!
Melody Gardot
I have a girl crush. This girl is gorgeous and so is her music! Melody Gardot is a jazz musician from Philadelphia who tours throughout the nation, you can also purchase her music on iTunes. [Audio clip: view full post to listen]
The Pressure
Originally from Minneapolis but transplanted to Philadelphia, Adam Garcia aka The Pressure does work that shows that the hand is better than the mouse. Artists like this inspire every day to keep doing what I am doing. Do NOT miss out on this guys Flickr page which is filled with his great talent.
Doctor Pizzoli
I just found the work of Doctor Pizzoli thanks to the Continuing Education site at The University of Arts in Philadelphia, where Greg is teaching a course titled The Screen Printed Poster.
TAYLOR gourmet deli
Today I just received my first issue of Dwell after re-subscribing. and one story (among many) that caught my eye was a story about two childhood friends who grew up in the Philadelphia area and moved to D.C. to open up a deli. They are not designers, but they have designer’s eyes. Together they created Taylor Gourmet Deli, a hoagie shop featuring an industrial style with chain link fencing, skid pallets, exposed brick, and a roll-up aluminum garage door with many more reusable materials that makes for an amazing space. And that’s not all, above the deli is their living spaces that are just as impressive. Casey Patten and David Mazza are the creators of…
Bird and Banner
Bird and Banner have a new website, and that’s not the good news. The good news is the new website is filled to the brim with fresh work from the dynamic duo including weddings, showers, and much more! Want more? Well you can have it with their Etsy shop and their blog!
Darwin in Philadelphia
Yes, that Darwing. The APS Museum (or the American Philosophical Society) in Philadelphia is featuring Darwin’s original manuscript of Origin of Species. Is Darwin one of the first information designers? He very well could be with this manuscript. I always wondered if these were illustrated by Darwin himself or if he outsourced the work to local artists. I guess the only real way to find out is to go visit the exhibit. Any one else want to go? Visit the APS Museum on Twitter.
INDEX – A Designers Resource Fair
Tonight at the Navy Yard, AIGA Philly is hosting the INDEX event which is a designers resource fair “to learn about the latest goods and services available and interact with the largest community of creatives in Philadelphia”. It’s running from 7pm – 9pm and costs $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and is FREE for AIGA Members. If you are not a member of AIGA you must have already pre-registered. If you are a member you can arrive as a walk-in. Vendors at this event? Astro-Dynamic BentleyUV CodeMyDesigns.com Finch Paper Mohawk Fine Papers Millmar Paper/Xtreme Coated Cover Monadnock Paper Mills Moore College of Art & Design – Continuing Education RMH Image Group Triune Color…
Letters & Ligatures and News
I made myself drive to the Letters & Ligatures show in Philadelphia, and not because I didn’t want to go but because I hate going out at all really. But this show was worth facing the public and weaving through a crowd to see the perfectly cut letterforms and bright colors exhibited by House Industries at the 222 Gallery. News And the NEWS. I am officially freelancing FULL Time. So if you are in need of design work or know of someone who does – send them my way. Visit my website at fayeandco.com for more information.
Letters & Ligatures TONIGHT
Tonight is the opening reception for Letters & Ligatures in Philadelphia at the 222 Gallery. Are you going? I am. I don’t venture out much so if you want to meet me now would be the time! Visual nomenclature fuels language, facilitates communication and forms the basis of a civilized society. Without standardized lexigraphy, we could not create the essence of truth, allowing history to pass on the tongues of those who change it to suit their needs. Written language is also crucial to our cultural survival. It tells us when to stop, where to go, who to see and what to desire while providing the syntax of our earliest memories and our final thoughts….
