Ed Nacional
Originally from Canada, Ed Nacional now calls Brooklyn home. The graphic designer embraces technology yet enjoys techniques such as screenprinting and handmade elements. I love how he combines a handmade look with digital type. Read More
Inkymole, Sarah Coleman
Sarah Coleman, or better known as Inkymole on the internet is an illustrator/designer/calligrapher who has a knack for hand-illustrating type. “Nibs and ink are my thing. I draw on paper and ink-heavy, word-soaked imagery is my trademark. Though I creep into fashion and beauty, the worlds of advertising, fiction, packaging and music are where my work seems to fit most snugly. If ‘snug’ is the right word…” She began... Read More
Cinco de Mexico
In honor of Cinco de Mayo (which ends up in a full day of drinking Margheritas for most Americans) I choose to honor five persons originally from Mexico who are noteworthy in the arts industry. One designer, one illustrator, one type foundry, one web designer and one photographer. Sound good? Here we go: Alberto Cerriteño Alberto Cerriteno has been in my bookmarks for a couple of years now. I have not had the pleasure of working with him but have... Read More
Ned Wright
Thanks to FFFFOUND!, I found the work of Ned Wright. A designer hailing from the midwest with an outstanding portofolio, my only complaint…I want to see more! Above is a specimen using his Union Made typeface and although I’m not exactly sure, according to his blog his fonts may soon be available through LTR/LTD. Above is work for Legacy Chocolate, another custom typeface I assume? And below is a wedding invitation he created for friends,... Read More
Adrian Johnson
I just stumbled upon the artwork of Adrian Johnson and became immediately enamored. Adorable illustration work and the sentiments that accompany them. Read More
Questionable Characters
A new website called Questionable Characters features questions by you and answers from Ben Barry and Frank Chimero. Who you ask? Ben and Frank are both graphic designers and illustrators and after receiving many of the same questions via email from aspiring artists they thought it would be good to share the information with you, the general public. Some address inspiration, some are completely silly. What was my question? Mashed potatoes or stuffing?... Read More
Debate On!
candidate caricatures The Presidential debate is on! John McCain has agreed to debate Barack Obama and I hope it’s a good one. Looking to infuse some humor? Throw a party for debate night and give each of your guests a Lingo card a fun play on the old BINGO game using terms that might possibly be spoken by the candidates. Bob Staake, an illustrator created the fun game and these cards can be downloaded from his website. LINGO card Worried that... Read More
Me & My Pen
The Fall of Babylon I just saw a snippet of work from Daren Newman of Me & My Pen and love his illustrative and typography talents! He hails from Manchester and has about 20 fabulous samples of his work available on his website. Birds Read More
Live Pen
Live Pen Palette I’ve had this bookmarked for some time but never thought to write a post about it until now. Zero-One Inc. a Russian company, which has produced a plug-in for Illustrator to help get rich typography and calligraphy named Live Pen. I’m not sure how it is since it is not yet available for the Mac, but it looks interesting! I will have to download the trial version on to my PC at home and give it a go. (Yes, I have a PC at... Read More
