Photographers have always acknowledge multiple forms of inspiration and influences that could be easily spotted in their work. Tim Wong is a Hong Kong based Fashion Photographer whose strong cinematic influences are easily palpable through his rich and eccentric sets and ’stories’. His photos are not only rich in color and composition, but also offer a wide variety of interpretations, making them even more interesting…
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Perhaps you are familiar with the name Ron Jeremy. I have heard he’s some sort of iconic figure in the adult film industry. I’ve heard… But I’m not going to talk about his numerous films and skills, instead, I wanted to share his newest venture. Ron de Jeremy Rum!
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I realized I have not posted any environmental or interior design lately so decided to do it today. And while looking through some archives, I found an old bookmark about the Miami HEAT Gatorade Championship Alley. Now I know you’re thinking… that was 2006! But hey! We won a Championship. The entire alley and locker room area was designed to commemorate the team’s achievement and remind them how sweet it was to be champs. The project was done by local agency Southern Brand Collective and later sponsored by Gatorade. I know it might not look like this anymore being that the photos are a bit old, but it is still a nice project and it is always good to reminisce.
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Nominations for the 83rd Academy Awards were announced this morning including a few interesting surprises like The Social Network’s 8 nominations, Banksy’s Exit through the Gift Shop or Inception director Christopher Nolan not being nominated as Best Director. Check out the entire list after the jump.
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I personally love the versatility and beauty of film when a Photographer is involved. They have that extra little something which some people like to call ‘eye’, (I simply call it ‘badass talent’) that has the ability to visually sparkle-up stories. This is the case of Photographer and Director Joseph Marconi. His project ‘The Plastic Slipper’ is a brief story about a woman constructing an empty and plastic relationship. You might have seen/heard that before, but the beauty and stunning quality of this video, is what’s gonna make you go hmmm…
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If you are into photography or have played in a professional studio you might know how complicated it is to play or modify light and how expensive pro equipment is! As if this wasn’t hard enough, Jesse Rosten released a video documenting a photo shoot based solely on iPads as light sources. Check out the video and his explanation after the jump!
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It’s been a crazy and busy week, but hey, it’s Friday! And to help your workday go by smoother, check out these beautiful illustrations by Paris based Benjamin Lacombe. They’re colorful, dark, interesting and simply great!
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Our good friend Danann Breathnach recently Produced, Directed, Shot, Edited & Graded (yup, he’s that badass) a new lovely ad spot for Marc Jacobs. Check it out after the jump!
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While reviewing Jason Munn’s work on last week’s post, I remembered how much I also love book cover design and how until today, I have not featured any of the many designers and illustrators I admire. I recently discovered the talented Jim Tierney a NY based designer and illustrator featured on the January issue of HOW Magazine. Check out his work after the jump, specially his superb Jules Verne series!
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Well, it’s a Holiday (yet we’re still working) and in case you are also bored and stuck at work, this beautiful collection of work by Milan based and Fashion Photographer Luca Patrone might lighten up your day.
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As a designer I happily admit that I am a sucker for beautiful posters. And I know deep down, we all are. Remember those posters you had hanging in your room as a teenager? Whether it was Michael Jordan, George Michael or a Playboy babe, there was always something up, making a statement. Well, if you enjoy posters as much as I do, you’re going to LOVE today’s post featuring the amazing and inspiring work of Oakland based Jason Munn! Jason’s work is provoking, clever, clean, did I mention inspiring?… in short, it is simply beautiful! Check out some of my favorite posters after the jump!
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I’ve been excited lately at the possibility of a West Coast trip this year, and while doing some research and planning, I came across this stunning collection of San Francisco time lapses by Simon Christen. The seamless flow and colors of nature and The Bay are simply fantastic! But don’t take my worth for it, check the video after the jump and I am sure you will also fall in love with it.
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Continuing an inspiring illustration streak, today I want to share the work of an artists I recently discovered thanks to Ben and who is currently living in Cambodia, helping bring racial tension down in the area through his lovely and intricate illustrations. Check out the work of PEAP!
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By now, we all know the huge success of those clever and witty Old Spice ads and it’s safe to say that Isaiah Mustafa -yes, the talent- was a crucial factor to this phenomenon. Casting the right actor/spokesman has proven to be as important as the ad itself. I recently discovered an ad spot for Johnnie Walker called ‘The Man Who Walked Around The World’ and I must say, I was blown away by the skillful and impeccable performance by the talented Robert Carlyle. There are no crazy special effects or shots, just a simple and nostalgic narrative walk through the Scottish highlands – which by the way was also done in one shot!
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Being that today is 1.1.11 (Finally the brits can’t mess with this one!) I thought it would be appropriate to share with you this nicely designed desktop and iPhone calendar by French digital artists and designer David Vineis aka Sub88. Yes, it is a cool calendar but it is also free! So check out Sub88’s site to download and rock ‘em.
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Most designers I know tend to agree that good typography is crucial when designing. And there are designers like Budapest based Áron Jancsó who takes this concept one step beyond and design beautiful typefaces to exquisitely compliment his work.
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First Friday of 2011! And as you’re at work planning your crazy weekend full of debauchery, I thought it would befitting to give you some incredibly sexy and glamorous eye candy courtesy of Paris based fashion photographer Bruno Dayan. Bruno’s work features a strong and stunning combination of beautiful lighting and sensuality that characterize his work and big names like Louis Vuitton, Moschino and Yves Saint Laurent seem to love also. Now, I gotta warn you that some of these photos might be a little NSFW, but if you do check them and get caught, simply remind your boss you did it for the love of art!
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Starbucks announced they will be launching a new logo to commemorate their 40th Anniversary. Yes, 40 years! The new logo/icon/mark or whatever you want to call it, focuses on the famous brand’s mermaid by removing all complimentary type. Does it work? I am not sure yet, I guess I’ll have to see more than a cup in order to give an opinion or judge it. Wonder if hardcore Starbuckers end up hating it and killing it like those Tropicana freaks ;) I keed!
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There are times when you find work so stunning and captivating that it becomes difficult to come up with ways to describe or explain it. And I am happy to say, this is one of those times! I recently came across these amazing paintings by Melbourne based Jeremy Geddes and after unsuccessful attempts at describing how much I love the photo-realism, colors and delicious technique of these paintings and prints, I couldn’t wait any longer and had to share them and let them do all the talking….
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