Kareena Zerefos Works on Paper
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Kareena Zerefos makes “whimsical illustrative work with a sense of isolation and bittersweet nostalgia.” Dreamy....
Category: Illustration
Courtney • Michael De Pippo: Retro Muppet Concert Posters
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I have incredibly vivid memories of watching The Muppet Show as a kid, so there’s really no way I couldn’t love this project by Michael De...
Kurtis Beavers: Cutters Brewing Co.
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Check out these beer label designs by designer and illustrator Kurtis Beavers, for Cutters Brewing Co. Fun....
Tatsuro Kiuchi Illustration
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The work of Japanese artist Tatsuro Kiuchi is so beautiful I almost can’t stand it. Between the unusual compositions, interesting color palettes...
Studio Muti Illustration
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Studio Muti is the South Africa-based studio of Clinton Campbell and Miné Jonker, whose work ranges from typography to illustration to design....
Tad Carpenter: Yeah! Burger
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Tad Carpenter’s new branding for Yeah! Burger is just plain fun. The Atlanta-based (and expanding) chain wanted a fresh approach to reflect thei...
Kristin Reger: Dublab Patterns
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This series of pattern, by Kristin Reger for dublab, is absolutely gorgeous. I would love to see them made into fabrics....
Student Spotlight
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Here’s another installment of the Student Spotlight, featuring the work of a few talented designers and illustrators who are still completing th...
Contrabrand: Swiss Side
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I admit, I know nothing about biking whatsoever, but Contrabrand‘s recent branding project for Swiss Side definitely caught my eye. A road wheel...
Family Tree: Fauna Friends Japanimals Posters
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The newest poster series from Family Tree Design, Fauna Friends – Japanimals, features artwork by Alex Pearson, Julian Baker, Scott MacDonald and A...
A Depression-Era Circus Tea Party
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Take a look at this incredibly fun Depression-Era Circus Tea Party planned by friends Angela Stephen-Dewhurst and Jag Nagra. For the design, Jag devel...
Partners In: Cockrell Printing Calendars
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I’m loving the work of Partnersin, a two-person deisgn and illustration studio “focused on cultivating ideas that are honest, hands-on a...
Ping Zhu Illustration
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Ping Zhu’s illustration style features sweeping, expressive brushstrokes that bring so much life to each image. Love....
Color Happy 144
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How fun is this illustration from a vintage Esquire cookbook?? Discovered in the stream of Annie Internicola....
Radio Illustration Collective
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Radio is a South Africa-based illustration and design collective made up of Brad Hodgskiss, Byron Meiring and Gert Schoeman. Based on the impressive r...
Danielle Kroll Design, Illustration and Lettering
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There are so many beautiful pieces of work in Danielle Kroll’s portfolio that I just couldn’t choose only one to feature. Below you will s...
Allison Cole for Pink Ghost
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Independent publisher Pinkghost will soon be releasing a new series of Artist Chubby Books, which are thick books filled with hundreds of both lined a...
E.W. Thomason Illustration
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Designer-turned-illustrator E.W. Thomason certainly has a unique style. I’m especially loving these borderless pieces that feature rich, layered...
Bruno Nunes: Aesop’s Fables
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These playful animal illustrations by Bruno Nunes accompany the stories of Aesop’s Fables. Take a look at the entire series right here....
Christine & Ian’s Wedding Invitations
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I’m super impressed with Christine and Ian’s unique wedding invitations. The labor-intensive, hand-crafted suite features details made wit...
Sean Freeman Illustration and Lettering
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Sean Freeman—who is represented by Levine/Leavitt—is producing some truly inspiring work. This piece for The Decemberists grabbed me immediately, ...
Kate Thomas: Art of the Beat
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When Kate Thomas sent over a link to her work, I was immediately drawn to these graphic spreads from Art of the Beat, a self promotional piece that wo...
Justin Gabbard Illustration
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I’m really enjoying the work of New York-based artist Justin Gabbard, who draws inspiration from “pop music, new york storefront signs, br...
Jonas Bergstrand: The Motorist
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I’m loving these pieces for The Motorist by Sweeden-based designer, Jonas Bergstrand....
ReckerHouse Illlustration
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I’m loving the geometric, layered quality of Chaz Russo‘s (aka ReckerHouse) illustration and lettering. via Grain Edit...
Braden Wise: Good Day CA
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Quite a bit of the work I’ve been most excited about over this past year has been self-initiated. So it’s no surprise that I was immediate...
Raphael Vicenzi: Portraits
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I’m really loving these layered, collage-like portraits by Belgium-based artist Raphael Vicenzi. ...
The Metric System: Illegal Burger
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Here’s a great restaurant identity designed by Osl0-based The Metric System for new burger joint Illegal Burger. This super fun brand also promi...
Etsy Finds: Eloise Renouf
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Today I’m loving these beautiful, nature-inspired giclee prints by UK-based artist, Eloise Renouf....
Color Happy 140
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We may see this lovely illustration by Katie Daisy Lombardo in her new line of greeting cards, so keep an eye out. And get a closer look here....
Ivan Bügel: Live Fast
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Fast cars are not normally my thing; but something about the combination of color palette, illustration and typography in this illustration by Ivan BÃ...
Daniel Mackie: Illustrations
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Daniel Mackie takes an approach to watercolor portraits that I certainly have never seen before, by using distorted, dynamic perspectives, and coverin...
Nick Iluzada Illustration
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Nick Iluzada‘s portfolio is filled with piece after piece of vibrant and whimsical work; but I am especially fond of these beautiful sketchbook ...
Jesse Tise: Xenology
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Jesse Tise, an LA-based illustrator, creates pieces that feature fantastical environments and characters. I’m particularly loving his Xenology b...
Kirsty White: Perfume
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Kristy White’s portfolio is filled with meticulously detailed pencil illustrations and smart design. I especially love how she brought the two s...
Apfel Zet Graphic Design: Direktorenhaus
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Apfel Zet Graphic Design is a Berlin-based, three-person studio with a wide-ranging portfolio. In particular, I love the work that they’re doing...
Etsy Finds: Lila Ruby King
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My find of the week is Lila Ruby King’s lovely illustration work, which adorns all sorts of goods in her shop, from jewelry to postcards to fabr...
Made in the 216
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Made in the 216 is an event and shopping experience that was conceived to promote those who pursue creative endeavors in the Cleveland area. The color...
Jack Hudson Illustration
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I’m super into Jack Hudson‘s illustration style, with its tall, leggy characters and fresh color palettes. If you feel the same, more can ...
Bruno Borges: Leminski
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I’m really enjoying the personal work of Bruno Borges, especially this hand-drawn poster entitled, Leminski....
Kevin Reid: Central Market Citrus Fest
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I’m loving this series of posters created by Kevin Reid for Central Market, which feature lovely illustrations by Judy Unger....
Sandra Reichl: A Face a Day
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Lately I’ve been seeing lots of daily or weekly illustration projects that involve the creation of unique characters. What made Sandra Reichl...
Kelli Anderson: The Collaborative Home
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I’ve posted about Kelli Anderson several times in the past, so it’s no secret that I’m a big fan of her smart, thoughtful and visual...
Yu-hsuan Huang Illustration
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I can’t get enough of Yu-hsuan Huang’s adorable, vintage-inspired illustrations....
Linda Coulter: Weekly Critters
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For her Weekly Critter series, Linda Coulter creates a fun little character which she publishes on her blog. via Studio Sweet Studio...
Color Happy 136
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I’m loving this chic summery image from one of my favorite Flickr streams, that of Sandi Vincent....
Hvass & Hannibal: Canon Blue
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I admit I have a bit of a quilt fixation this week. But it really was a happy accident that I came across Hvass & Hannibal’s gorgeous, vibra...
Caroline Hadilaksono Illustration
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You may be familiar with Caroline Hadilaksono’s work as one half of A Good Company, the minds behind The League of Moveable Type, and other fun ...
Student Spotlight: Jordan Sondler
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Jordan Sondler hasn’t yet graduated from MICA, but she has already established a style uniquely her own—using bold line work along with geomet...
raisenochicken Design and Illustration
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There is so much to see in Raisenochicken‘s portfolio—piece after piece featuring a wide variety of design, illustration and typography styles...
Two Arms: Northside Posters
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A couple weekends ago I attended one of the Northside Festival‘s events in Brooklyn—a show that included Guided by Voices, Wavves and Surfer B...
Stuart McLachlan Paper Styling
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Stuart McLachlan makes amazing paper creations, including this extensive series of whimsical children’s party hats. via Rietje Design...
Nigel Peake: In the Wilds
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I recently got my hands on a review copy of Nigel Peake’s Into the Wilds, a book that features his signature illustration style applied to all s...
Etsy Finds: Two Ems
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Hello color—check out these amazing geometric prints by Melanie Mikecz of Two Ems....
Borja Bonaque: Animal Agency
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Check out Borja Bonaque’s colorful business cards designed for New York branding studio, Animal Agency. Each card represents an employee with a ...
Tom Froese: Kaldor Greeting Cards
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Another one of Tom‘s projects I am loving is the holiday gifts he’s developed for Kaldor (one, two). Each Christmas the branding agency se...
Paul Windle: Mid (To Late) 70s Baseball Dudes
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As a fan of both baseball and illustration, I can’t get enough of Paul Windle’s series of Mid (To Late) 70s Baseball Dudes. Love the color...
Color Happy 134
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I stopped in my tracks when I spotted Megumi Goto’s colorful illustration work on Flickr. I thought this piece in particular, which depicts Lili...
Base Art Co. Posters
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Base Art Co. has always excelled at creating unique poster designs. They lack the grittiness that so many gig posters seem to embody in favor of a sle...
Owen Davey: Royal Plateful
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In response to the fuss surrounding the Royal Wedding, Orange: The Feed, asked Owen Davey to create a series of plates to commemorate the “not-s...