Why hasn’t this been drawn before? Very shrewd Pie Plan diagram from designer Abi Huynh which is “divided by utilization”. Nice.
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Why hasn’t this been drawn before? Very shrewd Pie Plan diagram from designer Abi Huynh which is “divided by utilization”. Nice.
Aleksandar just graduated the Rietveld and has recently moved to Berlin. He’s an interesting designer and I know he hates the word. I admire his attitude towards design and art, though. This force gets him to go deep into whatever he does and makes it successful. He’s quite headstrong and strict about the decisions he has to make, but they eventually result into something radical that makes the work good and stand out. His website is his latest gem, I think. (read more)
Introducing the Bullitt cargo bike designed by Danish company Larry vs. Harry. As wide as a normal bike and only slightly heavier, the only obvious difference being the ample flat bed at the front.
Available in 13 variations (all built upon the same frame) they come with names like The Classic, Clockwork, Bluebird ‘71 (pictured) and everyone’s favourite, The John Player Spezial. With absolutely no need for this personally I am still intrigued and trying to find an excuse to get my hands on one.
I should really wait to spend some quality time with Twin before posting it up, but a little late-night glimpse in a pub recently was enough to warrant a bit of prematurity. A simply beautiful hard back magazine (that is closer to a book) with contributions from the likes of Miranda July, Sir Peter and Rose Blake, Niall O’Brien and The Selby leave me short of excuses not to do everything in my power to scrape together the necessary £15. Intrigued and excited, we spoke to creative director and founder Becky Smith to find out a little more. (read more)
I have very little to say about Alistair Frost’s work, since I’ve only seen it once or twice. I stumbled upon his paintings at the Liste Art fair in Basel, unaware they were his, but loved them, obviously. Earlier that year I had seen a presentation of his work at the Rijksakademie Open Studios in Amsterdam, where he had created a simple bar-like installation of pieces of drywall. It looked there had just been an opening of his own painting exhibition; Spilled drinks, empty cups all around and those little paper umbrellas, amongst some avant-garde looking ceramic cocktail glasses. I thought it was just a very fresh way to present your work.
Loving this picture keyboard designed by Christopher Monro DeLorenzo. New York based Christopher explains the thinking behind the project,
“We used to learn our alphabets by reading those classroom banners that associated each letter with an animal or object. These days as kids become increasingly computer dependent at an early age I thought it was about time to adapt an old method to a new medium. From cultural icons to greek mythology, this keyboard sticker set will advance the alphabetical knowledge of any child, or adult.”
Matthew Boyd and River Jukes-Hudson are Way Shape Form. Don’t let me butcher some words to try and get to the bottom of their excellent portfolio – have a look for yourself, starting with this great record sleeve for Forge Your Own Chains.
A tree that’s not really a tree – what will they think of next? Lovely little idea, beautifully assembled – there’s nothing we appreciate more than a good production shot, and there’s some really great ones under their ‘About’ section.
I am speechless. I want the breakneck, breathless joy of this song bottled and distributed to as many people as possible. Prepare to have this firmly lodged in your head for the rest of forever.
‘You Cried Me’ – a single from Jookabox’s Dead Zone Boys, an album released last week on Asthmatic Kitty. Stream the whole album at MBV. Tom DesLongchamp and Jessica Phoenix are responsible for the video.
EVIL!
www.asthmatickitty.com/jookabox
Of all the internet-artists there are around these days, Harm is my favourite. His work is beautifully poetic. It’s smart, awkward, edgy (as in about to turn ugly) and sometimes a little disturbing. It’s never really too funny or gadgety. It’s like he actually would prefer to be a painter or a sculptor, but is unable to do so, ‘cos he made some deal with the internet-devil and has to wander around there forever.
It was cold enough for us mere mortals this morning, but imagine having to make your chilly commute wearing super-hero spandex. Sparing a thought for our caped crusaders this winter is costume maker Mark Newport with some hand knitted versions of some famous, and some not so famous outfits that I’m sure you’ll warm to. From left to right – Batman, Naftaman, Captain America and Argyleman.
We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new shop with a host of new products including this New Math mug by Craig Damrauer exclusively for It’s Nice That. Other products available include a t-shirt by Jean Jullien, a world map by Alex Trochut and a larger, editioned and signed version of Rob Ryan’s pre-order print. Look out for more items being added in the future.
Put This On is a web series ‘about dressing like a grown-up’, produced by Jesse Thorn (of The Sound of Young America) and Adam Lisagor (of You Look Nice Today).
It succeeds where I personally feel a lot of online fashion coverage fails (at least to artlessly attired schlubs like myself) in that it feels inclusive and attainable. Though their blog undoubtedly has a very specific aesthetic which might not be to everyone’s tastes, the show is wonderfully promising. They’ve filmed one pilot and now have a Kickstarter project open to fund a full first season for 2010.
www.putthison.com
Kickstarter project
I found Pete’s fanzines at the zine-swap event near Bricklane in October last year. Pete’s sharp observations and witty written stories made me laugh. I’ve been carrying his zine Popular Culture in my bag for a while now, which makes it look a little scruffy. I know I should have treated it a little more respectful. But it’s been heavily used and read and has been a real inspiration, both for me as some of my students. Pete’s drawings are quite wonderful too.
Malcolm Goldie has always been able to combine music and graphics fluently, and his recent stings for French channel Canal+ only strengthens that reputation. Adding the music to some pretty nice branding from London’s Devilfish we’re shown a clicking and chiming that on paper should be incredibly annoying, but for one reason or another really isn’t.
Some really nice work over on Julia Müller’s site. A graduate from Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam back in 2004 Julia’s work is predominantly for print and publishing, pictured is her work for debalie.
I came across Nick Oberthaler’s work at an exhibition called The Last Session at De Brakke Grond in Amsterdam. I had never heard of him but was quite blown away by his drawings and collages: The combination of super precise mathematical drawings and the naturally made stains, ripped pieces of tape, old (found?) photographs. It’s a very colourful way of working. I still don’t know much about his work, just that it appeals to me and that it has inspired my work one way or the other.
Historically, The Netherlands is a place for exciting graphic design. We’ve seen heroes of the discipline such as Mevis and Van Deursen and Karel Martens, among countless others inspire many aspiring practitioners. Bart de Baet’s is one such inspired soul, and when his page fell open when recently thumbing through a book on design, my jaw followed suit. A young dutchman with the potential to join the greats, but first he’s going to be this week’s guest on the good ship It’s Nice That.
Once again enthralling things are happening in time to Grizzly Bear’s music. This time for new release, Ready, Able under the masterful hands and eyes of Allison Schulnik. Oozing forms melding together in emphatic harmony, resulting in four and a half minutes of music television heaven.
www.allisonschulnik.com
YouTube Link
The other week I was invited to participate in a panel debate held in conjunction with the Most Beautiful Swiss Book exhibition in London organised by the Helvetic Centre, this year they had chosen to also exhibit the Best British Design and Production Award. We were to compare the two book design competitions.
This got me thinking about design competitions in general. I have a hard time making up my mind about them. Are they self-indulgent or do they add something valid(critical) to design? (read more)
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