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# Wednesday, May 27, 2009
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Polish Polish

Polish illustrator Agata Endo Nowicka just joined the Marlena Agency. I'm particularly found of a series of murals she created for the cafe chain of the biggest bookstore in Poland.





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Illustration
Wednesday, May 27, 2009 3:37:02 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0] 
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A New Generation

French Paper just announced the addition of a sixth generation of Frenches to the venerable paper company. Jerry and Terry's son Brian French has joined the company and is taking over the Run-of-the-Mill Club. Send Brian new projects printed on French and he'll send you a box of promotional goodies in return.



Jerry and Brian will make an appearance together at the upcoming HOW Conference in Austin.

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Industry News
Wednesday, May 27, 2009 2:31:14 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0] 
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Job Of The Day

Senior Graphic Designer
Aéropostale, New York City

Must be able to take and execute design briefs
Partner with creative exploration for all graphic projects
Assist in developing creative typographic solutions for promotions
Support ongoing exploration of current and innovative design techniques
Responsible for follow-thru and adaptation of all approved layouts to various formats
Responsible for comp assembly and presentation boards
Assemble all presentation materials
Employ creative methods of pulling together “image” boards
Prepare program “look” boards

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package that includes outstanding bonus potential, a casual work environment, a generous merchandise discount and realistic growth potential. Aéropostale, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, M/F

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Wednesday, May 27, 2009 12:52:49 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0] 
# Tuesday, May 26, 2009
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Signs Of The Times


Queens, NY-based designer Cardon Webb roamed around his neighborhood finding ugly handmade signs. Instead of just tossing them out to protect our type sensibilities, he redesigned them into fabulous eye-catching posters.


via designworklife

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Designers
Tuesday, May 26, 2009 2:05:43 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0] 
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Patterns

While we're on the subject of pattern design and decor, I also made a stop at Ikea this weekend to buy some drinking glasses to use for entertaining. It was a toss up between the Snall glasses by designer Nygårds Maria Bengtsson ($5.99 for 6) and the Busig glasses by designer Caroline Abild Jessen ($6.99 for 6). I ended up going with the Snall set since the pattern is simpler and goes better with my party plates.



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Gifts and Goodies
Tuesday, May 26, 2009 2:04:37 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0] 
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Little People

I've always loved the look of vinyl wall graphics, but was never able to decide what would look good in my home until I came across Elly Nelly, run by mother and daughter team Elaine and Nell Oliver, who are both experienced textile designers. I bought Walk This Way and Safari and installed the little people all over my first floor yesterday. Instead of putting them in a straight line, I hid them in little corners and above light switches. It's fun to look around and try to find them all. The Safari animals will go upstairs in my bedroom once I figure out exactly how I want to arrange them.



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Tuesday, May 26, 2009 1:51:30 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0] 
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Job Of The Day

Senior Visual/Communication Designer
Smart Design, San Francisco


Smart Design is looking for a Senior Visual/Communication Designer to join our team.

We seek a top-notch visual communicator, well-versed in designing for screen, package, print and beyond. He or she has an innate ability to bring brand experiences to life, regardless of the medium. Smart Design offers a diverse range of design challenges from holistic packaging systems to strategic design languages to screens on digital devices. Working with multi-disciplinary teams, we push design past traditional boundaries.

Senior Visual/Communication Designer serves as a project lead and is accountable to the Director, Communication Design. He or she is responsible for delivering the best possible design solution with a project and budget. On projects, a Senior Communication Designer promotes high quality work and project profitability, and works closely with the Directors to mentor staff and strengthen the practice’s capabilities.

Smart Design has been turning insight and innovation into successful consumer experiences for over 25 years. Our approach integrates product development, interactive experiences, brand communication, and strategic insights to ensure winning design solutions. Our consistent results are delivered by our multi-disciplinary, international staff working in teams across offices in New York, San Francisco, and Barcelona.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2009 1:00:12 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0] 
# Friday, May 22, 2009
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Intricate Type

The intricate typography of Ukrainian designer Andrey Shch will blow your mind.





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Typography
Friday, May 22, 2009 1:30:11 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [5] 
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We Love Dogs

Here at HOW, we pretty much love the entire animal kingdom, but we have a special place in our hearts for dogs. So, we totally love illustrator Susan Black's latest creation: "Everything Reminds Me . . ." What's even cooler, Susan can customize the piece with a silhouette of the special canine in your life.
This original cut paper & ink collage measures 7" x 9" with a small border for framing. Created on heavy white card this piece is signed and dated in pencil. Sealed with love in cellophane and ships to you in a protective heavy card mailer.

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Illustration
Friday, May 22, 2009 1:20:49 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [3] 
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Job Of The Day

Senior Designer
LPK, Cincinnati, OH


LPK is an international design agency with a proven track record in Building Leadership Brands. By integrating strategy, design and innovation, LPK leverages relevant consumer, shopper and market insights to create value, sustain leadership and transform businesses.

A Senior Designer must consistently demonstrate creative excellence and the ability to help manage projects. He/She supports the Design Director and may be responsible for a brand or project within a brand in a global team environment. He/She also contributes to projects by providing design solutions and rationale that align with client objectives.

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Friday, May 22, 2009 1:05:46 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [0]