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Amazing work from Cruschiform, a creative studio based in Paris with a focus on design and illustration. Founded by Marie-laure Cruschi in 2007, the studio has made a name for itself through it’s thoughtful explorations in color and shape. Building from simple modular forms, Cruschiform creates intricate and visually striking landscapes that demand a closer look. Images from her recent collaboration with Taschen and Philip Jodidio can be found on her website and are well worth a visit.
Yours Truly has put together an amazing video and feature on Chaz Bundick a.k.a Toro y Moi. Chaz is well-known for his musical talents, but most people would be surprised to hear that he is an accomplished illustrator and designer as well. In the video, viewers are treated to a rare glimpse of his creative process including sketches for an exclusive t-shirt made for the feature. In addition, Yours Truly has teamed up with WeTransfer for a special download that includes photos, posters and sketches by Chaz.
Tsto is a graphic design studio with offices in Helsinki and New York . In this identity work for TaideHalli, an art exhibition venue in Helsikni, Tsto pays homage to the the institution’s rich history and the building’s architectural elements. The logo was inspired by the main facade of the building and alternative versions were created to reflect Taidehalli’s ever-changing approach to contemporary art.
Andres Lozano is a 22 year old illustrator from Madrid, Spain. With a passion for architecture, Franco-Belgian comics and Film Noir, he creates bold images with a strong emphasis on line work and textures. In addition to his freelance projects, he is the editor/publisher of Guts Zine and a proud member of Just Us Collective.
Michael Driver is a freelance illustrator based in the UK with a knack for crafting colorful and often character-driven work. I’m especially fond of the piece above, which was the winning entry in the D&AD Wetransfer brief ‘Draw Yourself in Ten Years’. In the illustration Michael envisions his future self with a cushy London pad, a slick Eames chair and a noticeable lack of hair.
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Neenah paper celebrates the relationship between destination and design in their latest promotion entitled Future Classic. In a collaboration with Washington D.C.-based creative studio Design Army, Neenah Paper asked seven emerging artists to interpret the cities they live in, through design. The end result will be available in a soon-to-be released book.
Ström & Jag is a new design studio founded by Hampus Jageland and Malin Holmström. After stints in Sydney and Paris, the two have decided to set up shop in Stockholm, where they will continue to craft unique and engaging work for their clients.
Recently I had the pleasure of testing the Nix Pro Color Sensor. Originally developed in 2012, the compact Bluetooth enabled device allows you to easily capture and save colors from the real world. Simply hover over an object, click “scan” on the iPhone synced app, and Nix will convert the found color into RGB, CMYK, HEX, and CIELAB values. Once entered into the app, the color profile can be saved and organized into palettes to be referenced at a later time.
For designers, Nix is a dream tool that replaces the need to carry around heavy swatchbooks. Since it’s lightweight and roughly the size of a ping pong ball, it can be easily stored in a bag or backpack and it’s innovative design allows for a more accurate method of color matching. In addition, color swatches can be compared against each other, making for a powerful and effective tool for client work in the field.
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