As previously mentioned, this week I’ve taken off to the Outer Banks for a much-needed vacation. And lucky for me, I’ve got some great blogger friends who agreed to guest post while I’m gone. Today you’ll have the pleasure of…
For the past however many years since the Harry Potter craze began, I’ve managed to avoid getting hooked. I’ll probably never read the books, but with the newest movie just released, I was finally convinced to start watching the series…
There’s no question Paul Torres has a talent for hand-drawn type. See more right here.
I’m loving these graduation card designs from Linzie Hunter’s lettering portfolio. Here are a couple others from the set:
Lots of stellar design happens to come out of Minneapolis these days, and Adam Garcia, aka The Pressure, is no exception. A graduate of Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Garcia is a talented designer, illustrator and art director who…
I love love love these mini goals chalkboards created by illustrator Mary Kate McDevitt. I think the fun hand-painted lettering would make checking off to do list items so much more enjoyable. Pick one up in her etsy shop.
Another artist that has mastered hand-lettering is Jack Molloy. He has a more delicate, calligraphic style that would probable be amazing on an invitation for a wedding or other formal event.
In addition to his illustration work, Doug Alves has created some really interesting alphabets, which will hopefully be made into complete typefaces at some point. More of Doug’s work can also be found on Bēhance.
One of Ray Fenwick’s latest projects are this series of Coffee Money Zines—”little books that act like arts grants”. You pledge $73.85, which pays for a month’s worth of coffee, the notebook and shipping; and Ray creates a one-of-a-kind zine.…
UK-based designer and artist, Patrick Edgeley creates fun screenprints using hand-lettering and bold, graphic imagery. Take a look at more of his work on Flickr or pick up a print or two in his shop. Thanks Laila for the link!
Harlem-based Sparrow v. Swallow has some great hand-lettering in their portfolio. via BOOOOOOOM!
Take a look at this post by Jon Contino to get some insight into his design process.
Colby Nichols is a Portland-based designer and illustrator with some sweet hand-lettering skills—I’m loving his work for the Wolf Am I zine, in particular. I’d also like to take this opportunity to start a petition that each font be developed…
My sketchbooks are typically a jumble of notes, partial thoughts and sketches. So I’m in awe of these lovely compositions by holdsnowater.
Illustrator Jacqui Oakley has some amazing ornamental lettering in her portfolio.
Some fun hand-drawn typography on this t-shirt by Ben Floeter. There’s not too many left, so move quickly! Suddenly It’s Real, $25
Jessica Hische has posted some great new work on her blog. One project being six awesome covers for Boston Globe “G” magazine, printed consecutively during one week. Below are my three favorites, but you can take a look at the…
Designer/Illustrator Sophie Henson has so many great pieces in her portfolio. See more here and here.
