Chris Silas Neal: Book Covers

Chris Silas Neal is another artist I’m ashamed to have never featured here before. On my umpteenth visit to his portfolio, his book cover illustrations and hand-lettering really caught my eye, so I figured now was the time. If you’d…

New Prints by Brainstorm

Brainstorm just launched a series of six new prints! I have to say The Planets is my personal favorite, but I love the florals too. Check them out in the shop.

CA Collection Issues 3 and 4

I recently got my hands on Issues 3 and 4—Illustration and Branding, respectively—of Computer Arts Collection, and they do not disappoint. Below you can see a few spreads from each, but if you’d like a closer look you can check…

Monday Quick Links: 07.02.12

Behance put together this quick post about what makes a project feature-worthy, and the guidelines really apply to DWL as well, so I thought I’d share: What Makes a Project Feature-Worthy? The invitation website that Jessica Hische and Russ Maschmeyer created for their wedding is…

Studio Botes: Cavalli Identity and Collateral

South Africa based Studio Botes recently completed this sophisticated identity and collateral design for Cavalli Wine and Stud Farm, which is also located in South Africa. Here’s some notes from Brandt that explains the rationale behind some of the design details:…

Andrew Groves Illustration

I’m intrigued and inspired by the illustration work of Andrew Groves. His use of graphic blocks of color, angular shapes and offbeat color palettes combine to form this strange and interesting universe that I can’t stop exploring. Also of note is his…

Ian Gabb: Letterpress

Ian Gabb recently launched a brand new website showcasing his letterpress design work, all personal projects completed while acting as the letterpress technician at the Royal College of Art in London. A few of my favorite pieces are below but…

Color Happy 183

I know literally nothing about Pokemon (and I may be completely wrong), but apparently this illustration depicts a creature called Charmeleon. Even though I’m not a fan, I have to say love Andrew Kolb‘s interpretation and its fiery color palette. The piece is also available…

Atipo: Mi&Mall Branding and Collateral

Atipo recently completed the branding and collateral for Mi&Mall, brings together small- to medium-sized fashion labels into one online shopping destination. I love the combination of solid black typography and design details against the warm, pale paper color choices. Get…

Elroy Ink Prints

I became an instant fan of Elroy Ink’s bright and colorful abstract prints as soon as I laid eyes on them. Check out the entire selection and pick up a print for yourself right here. via Happy Mundane

Grant Gold: Squarespace Templates

Grant Gold is an interactive designer who will soon be taking his talents to Rdio as a product designer. I don’t have any experience with Rdio myself; but I know those who use it rave about it, so big congrats are in order.…

Nicole Lavelle: This is an Internet Store

It’s a bit of a travesty that I’ve never featured the work of Designer/Artist/Writer/Thinker/Teacher Nicole Lavelle in this space—not really sure how that’s possible. In any case, now is the time. Nicole is currently taking part in a Design Writing and…

Kevin Russ Photography

Kevin Russ’s photographs make me want to dive into them—either that or embark on an epic road trip pronto. Get a look at more of the gorgeous scenes of nature and wildlife he’s captured—the ones below shot exclusively with an iPhone,…

Collection: Beach Day

FOUND: 1.Zara Sunglasses, 2. Color Burst Beach Towel, 3. Cabana Beach Folding Chair, 4. Cape Cod Beach Tote, 5. Vivesana Solar Sunscreen, 6. Chroma-Kissed Floppy Hat, 7. Eggular Surfboard.