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Maria Vittoria Benatti

Courtney • May 13, 2010May 13, 2010
I’m really intrigued by Maria Vittoria Benatti’s Flowers & Insects pattern. The style isn’t normally something I gravitate towards, but i keep finding...
Art

Alice Gabb Fine Stationery

Courtney • May 13, 2010May 9, 2010
I’m loving the personal, handmade quality of these stationery pieces by Alice Gabb....
DesignPaper Goods

Type Love 93: Sutro

Courtney • May 13, 2010Sep 14, 2012
Sutro is a very structured slab serif designed by Jim Parkinson in 2003. You can pick up the package of 11 fonts at FontShop right here....
DesignTypography

I’m a Minted Judge!

Courtney • May 12, 2010Dec 18, 2012
I am a huge fan of Minted, an online community, resource and marketplace for all things stationery. As a paper goods fanatic, I feel like so much of t...
DesignPaper GoodsSeamless / DWL

grow till tall

Courtney • May 12, 2010Mar 20, 2011
grow till tall is the home of the captivating photography of young artist, Angi Welsch. Check out a brief review of her recent senior these exhibition...
Photography

Mini Goals Clockboards

Courtney • May 12, 2010May 12, 2010
Awhile back I posted about Mary Kate McDevitt’s awesome Mini Goals Chalkboards. And now I’m pleased to share her latest product, sort of an abbreviate...
ArtProducts

Ian Edward Prentice

Courtney • May 11, 2010May 9, 2010
In Ian’s words, CMYK is “an informational set of four posters educating young children on colour mixing and blending”. The series consists of three in...
Design

I ♥ Minimalism

Courtney • May 11, 2010May 9, 2010
I ? Minimalism is a new art print designed by Brandon Knowlden. Originally designed for a gallery show, the 8″x 10″ letterpress print is available in ...
Design

Tomoko Suzuki

Courtney • May 11, 2010May 9, 2010
I’m loving the charming and colorful illustrations of Tomoko Suzuki....
Art

Camila Drozd

Courtney • May 11, 2010May 9, 2010
Beautiful typographic experiments by Camila Drozd. via share some candy...
Art

The White Rabbit Update

Courtney • May 10, 2010May 10, 2010
Thanks to Zy in the comments of this post, I found that The White Rabbit is actually a restaurant in Singapore. And they also have a pretty fun websit...
Design

Topshop Make-up

Courtney • May 10, 2010May 10, 2010
I’m loving the lively new artsy branding and packaging for Topshop’s new Make-up collection. Great colors too. via For Me, For You...
Design

Charles Ross

Courtney • May 10, 2010May 10, 2010
On a recent click through B?hance, this extensive identity for a retirement party caught my eye. Designed by Charles Ross, the event was held in honor...
Design

Monday Quick Links: 05.10.10

Courtney • May 10, 2010Sep 14, 2012
The Bare Essentials is an art print “based on the stereotypical ‘must haves’ of the graphic designer from mind set and values to tools and appliances....
Quick Links

McKenna Kemp

Courtney • May 7, 2010May 4, 2010
I’m loving McKenna Kemp‘s self-initiated Bluegrass project made as a present for her Grandfather. Great illustrations.   via simple + pretty...
Design

Oh Hi

Courtney • May 7, 2010May 4, 2010
I’m loving these embroidered, typographic canvases by Laura Belle of Oh Hi. She also has a great blog that I just added to my Google reader, check it ...
Products

LoV-E

Courtney • May 7, 2010May 4, 2010
When Lorena Vigil-Escalera, aka LoV-E, sent over her work recently, I became an instant fan. If you like what you see, you can pick up prints here or ...
ArtDesign

The White Rabbit

Courtney • May 7, 2010May 4, 2010
Alice in Wonderland has always been a popular subject for creatives to work with, understandably so. I’ve always been drawn to the story and its chara...
Design

Color Happy 79

Courtney • May 7, 2010Mar 20, 2011
In the mood for flowers: Peach / Prunus persica / ??(????) by Tanaka Juuyoh...
ColorsDesignPhotography

The Heavyweights

Courtney • May 6, 2010May 4, 2010
I was recently contacted by The Heavyweights, an Indianapois ad agency, to let me know about their collaborations with illustrator Michael Mullen. Thi...
ArtDesign

Mingo Lamberti

Courtney • May 6, 2010May 4, 2010
Mngo Lamberti is a maker of limited edition designer t-shirts. In addition to their own designs, they often collaborate with other designers. This par...
Design

Anagrama

Courtney • May 6, 2010May 4, 2010
Romantica is a boutique that offers headpieces, barrettes and various hair accessories, focusing on custom made pieces and personalized service. I lov...
Design

Alyssa Nassner

Courtney • May 6, 2010May 4, 2010
I’m loving everything in Alyssa Nassner’s portfolio, especially her pattern designs....
Art

Type Love 92: Hernandez

Courtney • May 6, 2010Sep 14, 2012
Sudtipos recently released three new slab serif fonts. My favorite is Hernandez, a “slab serif display” with a wide range of alternates to maximize th...
DesignTypography

SketchType Vol. 2

Courtney • May 5, 2010May 4, 2010
I posted about T.26’s SketchType package awhile back, and now they’ve just released Volume 2. The set includes 20 original hand-drawn typefaces, each ...
Design

New Fabien Barral: CAM

Courtney • May 5, 2010May 4, 2010
I’m a big fan of Fabien Barral’s work, as well as his blog and wall decal company. In particular, I’m currently impressed with a new addition to his p...
ArtDesign

New Siggi Eggertsson

Courtney • May 5, 2010May 4, 2010
Siggi Eggertsson recently updated his site with a whole lot of new work, including these beauties below....
ArtDesign

Student Spotlight

Courtney • May 5, 2010May 4, 2010
I continue to be impressed with the caliber of work I’m seeing from student designers. So here is another installment of my Student Spotlight series, ...
Design

byggstudio!

Courtney • May 5, 2010May 4, 2010
This fun identity for the ice cream kiosk in Malmö People´s Park manages to be playful, modern and welcoming all at the same time. Bravo byggstudio! v...
Design

Typeface: The Goods

Courtney • May 4, 2010May 4, 2010
Back in 2008, I introduced you to Typeface, a documentary about rural Midwestern museum and print shop. Lots of developments have been been made since...
Design

Luren Jenison

Courtney • May 4, 2010Dec 14, 2012
Check out the incredible murals and installations of Luren Jenison. via Bird & Banner...
Art

Violation Report

Courtney • May 4, 2010Dec 14, 2012
VIOLATIONREPORT.COM provides a bulletin board for the public shaming of discourteous people to procure a community that is more aware of the people ar...
Design

A Late Start

Courtney • May 4, 2010May 4, 2010
Apologies for the late start to the week! I’ve had some personal business to take care of that’s held be back from blogging the last couple of days, b...
Design

Brecht Evens

Courtney • Apr 30, 2010Apr 26, 2010
I’m in awe of the level of detail and depth in the richly colored work of Brecht Evens. via Illustration Mundo...
Art

Watercolor Typography

Courtney • Apr 30, 2010Apr 26, 2010
Watercolor Typography, just one of the illustrative works in the portfolio of Sasha Prood....
Art

twentyonesquares

Courtney • Apr 30, 2010Mar 20, 2011
These beautiful images were created by designer and artist Taylor David.  ...
Photography

Kyle Fletcher

Courtney • Apr 29, 2010Apr 26, 2010
While browsing the portfolio of Midwest designer Kyle Fletcher, the personal brand for producer Matt Abramson caught my eye. I love the modern take on...
Design

My Wonderful World of Fashion

Courtney • Apr 29, 2010Apr 26, 2010
I’m loving Nina Chakrabarti‘s illustrations for My Wonderful World of Fashion, “an interactive coloring book for fashionistas of all ages”. Each sprea...
Art

Robert Herman

Courtney • Apr 29, 2010Mar 20, 2011
Check out the vintage photography of award-winning artist Robert Herman. via The Silver Lining...
Photography

Type Love 91: Darjeeling

Courtney • Apr 29, 2010Sep 14, 2012
Darjeeling, a new release from You Work for Them, was designed by FaceType. With it’s various styles and library of ornaments, Darjeeling can go from ...
DesignTypography

e-glue Wall Decals

Courtney • Apr 28, 2010Dec 14, 2012
French company e-glue, makes a huge variety of whimsical, cartoony wall decals. Check out more in their B?hance portfolio....
Products

Glimpse

Courtney • Apr 28, 2010Apr 26, 2010
Glimpse is “an online marketplace connecting artists and designers with trade and private buyers under one multi-brand umbrella.” The sleek, sophistia...
Design

Maxwell Holyoke-Hirsch

Courtney • Apr 28, 2010Apr 26, 2010
I’ve quickly become a big fan of the vibrant work of San Francisco-based illustrator Maxwell Holyoke-Hirsch. Check out the rest of his portfolio for m...
Art

Silvia Dekker

Courtney • Apr 28, 2010Apr 26, 2010
Loving the pattern designs of Silvia Dekker....
Art

Lola’s Room

Courtney • Apr 27, 2010Mar 20, 2011
If only I had some available wall space, I would be picking up several pieces from Lola’s Room (though it would be a tough decision which ones). The w...
Photography

Poketo in the News

Courtney • Apr 27, 2010Apr 26, 2010
On Twitter recently, I mentioned my admiration for the newly designed Poketo site and identity. Then on a random browsing through Cargo Collective, I ...
Design

Yani Arabena

Courtney • Apr 27, 2010Nov 22, 2010
I’m absolutely loving this calligraphic styling of Yani Arabena, including this particular project created for Hobby Studio. It’s a treat to see the c...
Design

Mapping Istanbul

Courtney • Apr 27, 2010Apr 26, 2010
When I first saw this book design on Kitsune Noir last week, I was instantly taken by the beautiful infographics. Designed by Project Projects, Mappin...
Design

Laura Berglund

Courtney • Apr 26, 2010Apr 26, 2010
Laura Bergland is one talented soon-to-be graduate. Each project in her portfolio not only has a strong concept, but is also incredibly polished and p...
Design

Fontan2 Logotypes

Courtney • Apr 26, 2010Apr 26, 2010
I’m loving this black and white logotype collage of Fontan2....
Design

The Official Manufacturing Company

Courtney • Apr 26, 2010Apr 26, 2010
The Official Manufacturing Company had the amazing job of creating signage, collateral and products for the fashionable Ace Hotel. I’m particularly sm...
Design

Monday Quick Links: 04.26.10

Courtney • Apr 26, 2010Sep 14, 2012
One piece of news we’re personally excited about: Logo Lounge released their 2010 Logo Trends Report and one of our logos was included in the mix. Mat...
Quick Links

Lisa Fleck

Courtney • Apr 23, 2010Apr 23, 2010
Lisa Fleck’s work is modern, polished and incredibly chic....
Design

Darling Clementine

Courtney • Apr 23, 2010Apr 23, 2010
I’m currently loving the playful style of Darling Clementine‘s paper goods, especially this Marinoette series of notecards. If these aren’t your cup o...
ArtPaper Goods

Color Happy 77

Courtney • Apr 23, 2010Mar 20, 2011
Loving the fun hand-lettering of No Hurries, No Worries by BT Livermore....
ArtColors

Multilingua

Courtney • Apr 22, 2010Nov 22, 2010
Loving this identity by Transformer Studio. Multilingua is a new language school that helps people with basic knowledge of language to improve their s...
Design

Wizard of Oz Reimagined

Courtney • Apr 22, 2010Dec 14, 2012
I’m hugely inspired by the work of Jessica Hische’s students. Each student was challenged to create a book cover design, endpapers, titlepage, and boo...
ArtBooksDesign

Type Love 90: Kina

Courtney • Apr 22, 2010Sep 14, 2012
Incubator is Village’shome for contemporary releases from young designers. There are a few in development that promise to be available this year, my f...
DesignTypography

PNTS

Courtney • Apr 21, 2010Apr 18, 2010
PNTS a French art direction studio founded in 2009 by Aurélien Arnaud and Denis Carrier. Their work is bold, graphic and decidedly modern, as evidence...
Design

Season 6 in Black and White

Courtney • Apr 21, 2010Apr 21, 2010
Remember these LOST posters by Mattson Creative? Well, he’s done it again. In honor of the last episodes of the series, Ty will be creating a new post...
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