Little Bee
I love the book cover design for Chris Cleave’s novel, Little Bee, which comes out next month. Anyone know who the designer is? Update: The author himself commented to let me know the designer’s name: Roberto de Vicq de Cumptich,…
Tag Hand-lettering
Leigh Wells
I came across the work of Leigh Wells in the current issue of Readymade, where her hand-drawn scripts illustrated their feature on house parties. And when I went to search for more I found some fun portfolio pieces as well…
The Brooklyn Circus
Fun hand-lettering for the Brooklyn Circus by Jon Contino. You can see more of Jon’s work on his blog, and don’t miss this great interview on LetterCult.
Cardon Design
Some great type treatments from the portfolio of Queens-based Cardon Design.
Marcela Restrepo
Beautiful illustration and hand lettering in the portfolio of Marcela Restrepo. I love the contrast between the delicate line work and the blocks of expressive color that break through. Pick up prints right here. via Surfstation
Type Overload
Letmen, aka Job Wouters, is “cuckoo for letters” and it shows. The sheer amount of hand-drawn typography in his portfolio is almost mind-blowing. And the fact that each piece is completely different, yet just as beautifully done, is amazing. Have…
Ana Serrano Typography
Here are some beautiful examples of hand-drawn typography from artist/designer/illustrator, Ana Serrano.
A Year of Hand-drawn Type
I immediately bought this Beau Ideal 2009 calendar when I saw it on Oatmeal and Cinnamon. Screenprinted in a limited edition of 50, each month depicts the names of cultural and iconic celebrities whose birthdays fall within it. Unsurprisingly the…
Esther Aarts
Speaking of t-shirts, I came across the work of this illustrator via Threadless. Her t-shirt design, The Tree Referendum, was featured in Monday’s newsletter and I loved the style, so I immediately looked her up. And it came as no…
Linzie Hunter
I’ve been a huge fan of illustrator Linzie Hunter—especially her hand lettering—for a while now. So I was psyched when I somehow managed to snag the last small “Coney” print from 20 x 200. They went fast—so for those of…
Neither Fish Nor Fowl
Love the design and illustration work of Jim Datz—especially the handdrawn type (surprise, surprise).
A New Blogging Favorite and Alison Carmichael
I can’t believe it’s taken me four months to come across the amazing Oatmeal & Cinnamon blog. There Sarah Miller blogs about hand lettering, handwriting, calligraphy and doodles, which is—of course—right up my alley. And her consistently beautiful finds make…
Penelope Dullaghan
There are too many beautiful images to choose from in the portfolio of illustrator Penelope Dullaghan. From pattern art and handdrawn type to fine art and traditional illustration, her site is packed with inspiration. You can also keep up with…
Beautifool
Gorgeous handdrawn type. See more here. via Design Notes
Jessica Hische
If you don’t recognize the name, Jessica Hische is an extremely talented designer, illustrator and typographer, who works with Louise Fili (whose work you should get to know if you don’t already) full time, and does her own design and…
Grady McFerrin
Grady McFerrin’s portfolio is overflowing with beautiful work. But I am especially loving his wine labels, with their gorgeous hand-drawn type. Makes me want to go pick up a couple bottles just to have those labels on display. Click here…
Over & Over
I read about this new book from Mike Perry yesterday on Treasuring, and immediately placed an order. “Over & Over” follows the same format, only with hand-drawn patterns. Knowing how amazing his first book is (since I own a copy)…