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View launches new work...

2008-09-05T13:10:00-07:00

View that was considered one of the best Portuguese digital agencies in 2008, just launched a new work. The Privado Seguros Website was just launched, the English version will be online soon. Browsing the site is pretty easy. Interesting interactive work. Really worth a visit!

Random thought pattern

2008-09-03T10:32:00-07:00

Random Thought Pattern is the project of the new comer motion graphics designer Filipe Carvalho. From Portugal Filipe shows us a quite interesting reel, that is well worth a look.

Reverse Graffiti

2008-09-03T07:40:00-07:00

"San Franciscoâs Broadway tunnel is a highly traveled thoroughfare in the heart of the city. Over 20,000 cars, trucks, and motorized vehicles pass through it per day. Its walls are caked with dirt and soot, and lined with patches of paint covered graffiti from days gone by. It set the perfect canvas to create a beautiful work of art showcasing the talents of reverse graffiti artist âMooseâ, and the power of Green Worksplant based cleaner."

Last year Alexandre Orion did some outstading reverse graffiti in SÃ£o Paulo. This year Moose did a similar work in San Francisco but using a different style with stencils that is also outstanding. Do visit Reverse Graffiti Project . It's a must see.

Toko

2008-09-03T06:49:17-07:00

"Toko was established in 2001 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, and is now operating out of Surry Hills, Sydney, where it relocated in the beginning of 2006 to pursuit new (geo)graphic adventures..."

Toko shows some OUTSTANDING work in their folio, dont go by without visiting it!!!

Farrow

2008-09-03T06:34:00-07:00

Farrow is a london based studio who has updated with some new hot work, their folio is quite strong and there have some iconic works that are worth a revisit. Still I was dissapointed by their poor website, poor navigation, poor screen usage.

Artsprojekt launched!!!

2008-08-30T08:53:00-07:00

"ARTSPROJEKT is a curated platform that empowers emerging and establish artists and brands to connect, collaborate, and showcase original art, designs and ideas with fans and consumers. My life has been dedicated to creative innovation in all areas of youth culture, art and action sports - with ARTSPROJEKT I combine over 25 years experience with my desire to liberate artists worldwide..."

An amazing project by the great ex pro skater and established artist Andy Howell

DO VISIT: ARTSPROJEKT

Marque updates!

2008-08-26T11:04:01-07:00

"...We work collectively across three studios; London, New York, Glasgow. Our specialisations are position, identity and communication. To these we bring energy, dedication and sensitivity..."

Marque updates with some very interesting graphic design works.

Beijing 2008 Olympics Photos

2008-08-26T06:48:00-07:00

Interesting photos of the best moments of the Olympics.

BEIJING 2008

ICE CREAM FOR FREEâ¢

2008-08-26T06:10:00-07:00

"ICE CREAM FOR FREEâ¢ is a berlin based design studio founded in 2005 by oliver wiegner. having developed from a collective, ICFFâ¢ has access to a multidisciplinary team of designers. the main focus being on print. bubbling with ideas, ICFFâ¢ is ready to go."

Very interesting work from this studio based in Berlin, worth a visit to their portfolio.

MORE INFO: ICE CREAM FOR FREEâ¢

FFFFOUND Randomness

2008-08-25T09:45:00-07:00

I know FFFFOUND is not a new project, but as time goes by their database turns more interesting everyday that passes by, an inspiring collection of random images, that you can navigate forever, exploring different tags depending on your clicks.

It's just sad they dont have a proper search engine, so you can choose where to start you browsing/zapping. And well to get an invitation is simply a nightmare, which I think it's cool.

Neubauism Premium Box

2008-08-23T18:42:42-07:00

It's now available for pre-order the Nebauism Premium box. Containing an introduction by Crouwel/Terstiege Spaninks & Heys, includes a 608 page book,1 cdr/ 1 dvd and 1 Poster and many more stuff and it weights 4,35Kg quite impressive. It's more from the amazing Stefan Gandl.

For more info: Neubauism

Shaz Madani

2008-08-21T13:36:58-07:00

Interesting work by Shaz Madani

Miroslav TichÃ½

2008-08-14T20:46:28-07:00

"...After the communist overthrow in 1948 the young and promising world of the artist begins to tremble. Not willing to subordinate himself to the political system and follow the dicdates of Socialist Realism, he soon becomes an outsider. Noticeably he fails to cope with the repression under the communist system his resistance however never ceases. In opposition to the total integration of the individual into the ideologically tightly structured society he reponds with the negation of their social values. In the 1960s Miroslav TichÃ½, who is the son of a gentlemen's tailor, begins to neglect his appearance to such an extent, that his clothes fall from his body in rags. In his small home town he is increasingly being avoided as a derelict critic of the system. During this period he begins his photographic expeditions..."

Welcome to the amazing world of Miroslav TichÃ½ .

Graphical House

2008-08-14T11:57:00-07:00

Graphical House is a Glasgow based studio that is showing some hot work. I dont quite fancy their website but their portfolio is strong.

Axel PeemÃ¶ller

2008-07-30T09:14:00-07:00

"...I love design, architecture, art, loud music, animals (especially my dog "bones"), the outdoors, oceans & mountains, surfing & snowboarding.I work as a freelancer, art director, senior designer for design studios and clients all around the globe. Lived many years in different countries and am currently living in Hamburg..."

DE WAR aka Axel PeemÃ¶ller shows some very interesting work that is totally worth a look. ItÂ´s just a pitty that such a cool site opens it's links on new windows.

Peter Sunna

2008-07-29T08:47:52-07:00

"I'm a Swedish designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY, with nine years of experience in branding, design, art direction, packaging, printed matter, etc."

Peter Sunna shows some interesting work.

Via FFF

Tom Crabtree

2008-07-28T07:01:37-07:00

Tom Crabtree is a graphic designer and art director living and working in San Francisco. After having worked in London for over 8 years at design studios including MadeThought, Spin, BB/Saunders and Form, Tom moved to California in 2006 to work as an art director for Apple...

Masa updates!

2008-07-28T06:35:00-07:00

Masa updates with new work.

Hi-Res!

2008-07-23T17:24:00-07:00

Well there are some news regarding Hi-ReS! , they have updated their website with some high quality work as usual and Mr Doob have joined them, so expect even more impressive work for the upcoming months.

News from Japan

2008-07-18T18:04:00-07:00

UT GRAND PRIX 2009
UNIQLOâs annual T-shirt design competition since 2004, the 5th âUT Grand Prixâ will call for entries from July 15th.
Submission Period: July 15th - September 21st, 2008
MORE INFO

AMUSE ARTJAM 2008
AMUSE ARTJAM, a new art competition by a Japanese agency for all-round entertainment âAMUSEâ, will open calling for entries from August 1st.
Submission period: August 1st - 31st, 2008
MORE INFO

12TH JAPAN MEDIA ARTS FESTIVAL
CG-ARTS Society with Agency for Cultural Affairs and The National Art Center, Tokyo will start calling for entries for 12th Japan Media Arts Festival.
Submission Period: July 17th - September 26th, 2008
MORE INFO

DOTMOV FESTIVAL 2008
Online magazine SHIFT presents DOTMOV Festival 2008, a digital film festival aiming to discover talented creators and provide them with an opportunity to show their works. Submission Period: September 20th, 2008
MORE INFO

SHIFT 2009 CALENDAR COMPETITION
Shift has been trying to offer artists many platforms to showcase their works online. The Shift calendar competition held from 2003 successively, pushes the boundaries between online and off line using a "calendar" as its medium.
Submission Period: September 10th, 2008
MORE INFO

Made by Six

2008-07-18T09:54:00-07:00

Quality work developed by Made by Six . Their work includes works done for Hello Von & Two Faced.

Via FFF

Hugh Morse

2008-07-18T09:44:00-07:00

Interesting work by Hugh Morse .

Eamo

2008-07-18T05:04:00-07:00

Eamo is a illustrator from Australia, showing some really cool and strong work.

BBH

2008-07-17T13:04:00-07:00

Established in 1982 with a pretty good site and some pretty nice work don't go by without visiting BBH .

Midnight Juggernauts - Into the Galaxy

2008-07-17T12:35:50-07:00

New Video Clip from Midnight Juggernauts by Surface 2 Air

It is Blank

2008-07-14T07:01:30-07:00

It is Blank you can find some pretty nice and interesting bits & pieces in this portfolio.

Negro Nouveauâ¢

2008-07-09T11:52:00-07:00

Negro Nouveauâ¢ does a small update that is worth a check. Ariel Di Lisio as been releasing some pretty interesting typefaces.

New Graphic

2008-07-07T18:31:57-07:00

New Graphic is an independent graphic design agency from Ireland with some pretty interesting work.

Nebau Day 1

2008-07-01T18:13:00-07:00

Nebau just smashes it again! By releasing NB Grotesk outstanding typography work. Stay tuned for the further releases.

Build updates!

2008-06-30T10:54:15-07:00

Build updates with several new works. Always outstanding. Do visit We Are Build .

Bunch

2008-06-30T08:27:17-07:00

"Bunch was established in 2002, by Denis Kovac and Paulo Silva. It spread organically from London to Zagreb and then to Singapore..."

Very interesting work developed by BUNCH .

The Hub

2008-06-30T08:15:16-07:00

A website with a cool browsing navigation and some nice works can be found at The Hub Agency .

PMKFA

2008-06-27T09:11:19-07:00

Extremly interesting work by PMKFA that includes Graphic Design, Print Design and Typography.

Add fuel to the fireâ¢ updates!!!

2008-06-26T17:56:00-07:00

Add fuel to the fire updates with some new colorful and fresh stuff! Also check is updated shop!

DATA ( Designers Against Tibetan Abuse )

2008-06-26T14:39:00-07:00

"As designers we have a social obligation to raise awareness of the horrors that less fortunate people face. Tibet has been illegally occupied by China since 1950 and yet only recently with the Olympic Torch fiasco have these attrocities been recognised by the popular radar..."

"...Please note that this society does not condolne the discrimination or slander of any race, especially the Chinese, as many people of the Chinese race themselves have no idea what has been going on. Thus the sole purpose of this society is to raise awareness of the facts and not to make judgement upon anyone, let alone discriminate against them..."

DATA is currently working on its first project, collaborating with some of the most renowned designers, illustrators, digital artists, photographers and motion designers to create a book.

Some confirmed participants are:

Adhemas Batista, Alex Trochut, Bram Timmer, David Carvalho (Karpa) Greig Anderson, Pawel Nolbert (hellocolor), Pete Harrison (Aeiko), Mike Harrison (Destill), Si Scott, Justin Maller (superlover and depthcore), Diogo Potes (six letter word) etc.

Although at this moment in time, participants for the book in project 1 are by invite only.

DATA is also currently looking for designers to volunteer to make a functioning website. If you are interested please contact: info@designersagainsttibetanabuse.com

DATA IS COMPLETELY NON PROFIT, 100% OF THE PROFIT DONE WITH THE BOOK SELLING WILL GO TO THE TIBET FOUNDATION

MORE INFO : DATA

FIFTY DESIGNERS' CURRENT FAVOURITE TYPEFACES (UNICEF)

2008-06-26T07:39:00-07:00

"To my (happy) surprise, this sold over 700 copies via this site withing 48 hours of going on sale, and the number is still rising. The Â£3 cover price all goes to UNICEF."

Contributors: 2x4 Adam Hayes Alan Dye (NB: Studio) Alexandre Bettler Angus Hyland (Pentagram) Antoine+Manuel Ben Freeman Ben Parker (MadeThought) BibliothÃ¨que Cartlidge Levene Claire Warner (Browns) Domenic Lippa (Pentagram) Daniel Eatock Daniel Lock (NB: Studio) eBoy Eike KÃ¶nig (HORT) Experimental Jetset Farrow Fernando GutiÃ©rrez Fuel Hector Pottie (Third Eye Design) Henrik Kubel (A2/SW/HK) Hi-ReS! Hyperkit James Goggin (Practise) James Greenfield (BB/Saunders) Jeremy Leslie (John Brown) Jerome Rigaud (Electronest) Jessica Helfand (Winterhouse) Jon Dowling (SEA Design) Jon Forss (Non-Format) Julian Morey (abc-xyz) Lionel Hatch (The Chase) Matt Simpson (Stereo) Michael C. Place (Build) Michael Johnson (Johnson Banks) Mogollon Nick Bell Paula Scher (Pentagram) Paulus M. Dreibholz Pixelgarten Ralf Metzger (North) Simon Earith (YES) Spin Stefan Sagmeister The Designers Republic Why Not Associates Wim Crouwel Zak Kyes Zamir Antonio (Eat Sleep Work/Play)

BUY NOW!

Live Surface

2008-06-19T20:13:04-07:00

Live Surface updates with new images and new tutorials, really worth a check and yes I'm a big fan.

25ah

2008-06-17T10:53:23-07:00

25ah does a small update with some very interesting work.

Emil Kozak

2008-06-14T06:55:46-07:00

Small update at Emil Kozak . As usual great stuff that is really worth a check.

Alex Trochut

2008-06-12T19:41:00-07:00

After an amazing presentation at OFFF 2008, this wonder boy does it again and comes back with an amazing work update. An all time favorite Alex Trochut .

New iPhone 3G

2008-06-12T05:52:00-07:00

Yes, Yes, Yes! All of you that are waiting for the new iPhone 3G its coming out 11 July. All over the world.

Part of the weekend never dies

2008-06-11T19:26:00-07:00

"Director Saam Farahmand filmed Soulwax on their recent international dates, capturing all the excitement, chaos and humour of the world tour. Where the Beastie Boys filmed one gig with 50 cameras, Soulwax filmed 120 shows with one camera, in Europe, Japan, US, Latin America and Australia. The result is a snapshot of life on the road with one of the most exciting live bands in the world, and features their friends including 2manydj's, James Murphy & Nancy Whang (LCD Soundsystem), Erol Alkan, Tiga, Justice, Busy P, So-Me, Peaches, Klaxons and many more in interview, as well as behind-the-scenes footage, and LOTS of music."

Watch the teaser!
Stay updated!

Eat Sleep Work Play

2008-06-10T20:01:38-07:00

In this huge sized portfolio, you can find some pretty good stuff by Zamir & Antoine. Do explore Eat Sleep Work Play .

Wren Studio

2008-06-10T19:46:15-07:00

Some interesting work at Wren Studio .

HelloKarpaâ¢ updates...

2008-06-09T05:35:36-07:00

HelloKarpaâ¢ updates with 10 new works and a free typeface for download. Enjoy!

Do visit HelloKarpaâ¢

Yve Saint Laurent 1936-2008

2008-06-02T06:32:00-07:00

R.I.P Yves Saint Laurent (1936-2008).

YSL

Laundry

2008-05-29T12:29:26-07:00

Loads of interesting work done by Laundry featuring clients like The Strokes, SvSv, Blood Arm and many more. Really worth a visit.

Yoda Decks by HelloKarpaâ¢

2008-05-22T15:49:00-07:00

These ones are still hot, just out of the oven at Pop Cling and on their way to Hello Karpa . EXTREMELY limited collection of this 3 designs, pre-order them now !

YODA COLLECTION by HelloKarpaâ¢

Wig Zero One Book

2008-05-22T07:09:03-07:00

You might wanna grab the last copies of Wig-01 book. Quite interesting work by the art director of Un.titled.

WIG-01

JosÃ© Carlos Costa

2008-05-22T06:33:00-07:00

Very interesting multimedia/web work done by JosÃ© Carlos Costa the author of the OFFF 2008 website. Really worth a visit.

JOSE CARLOS COSTA

A_B Peace & Terror

2008-05-20T12:32:00-07:00

"A_B_â¦ is a geopolitical survey of the 192 member states of the United Nations with regard to the quantitative degree to which each contributes to peace and terror in the world.

Limited edition of 20 dual-sided posters screen printed by K2 Screen London. The A_ side is printed verso in metallic graphite ink while the B_ side is printed recto in pearlescent white ink on GFSmith 180 gsm Transclear paper."

A_B PEACE & TERROR POSTER

Open House / Art Gallery

2008-05-20T09:23:21-07:00

"Over 2 1/2 years ago I bought a house at 189 Pineview in the city of Irvine California. As soon as I moved in, I started creating the murals, one wall after another and sometimes simultaneously. Now the HOUSE IS FOR SALE and I MUST PAINT OVER THE MURALS IN ORDER TO SALE IT."

189 PINE VIEW

Son of Tam

2008-05-19T07:53:34-07:00

"Soooooooo...After spending two years driving an ice cream truck across the country killing vampires, somehow along the way I figure its time to update my website. So here it is - in all its glaze and sprinkles."

Very interesting work by SON OF TAM

NEUBAUISM KIT

2008-05-16T05:16:25-07:00

Massive Screen prints and huge 5000pt typefaces mixing with patterns, expect it all since Nebau is going on tour. Nebau is so classy, love it.

NEUBAUISM KIT

Zip

2008-05-14T05:24:27-07:00

"Zip is a design studio working in youth, music and lifestyle sectors. We produce work for a diverse group of clients across all media."

Really interesting work by ZIP DESIGN

Alva

2008-05-12T14:31:47-07:00

Amazing work by Lisbon based studio Alva, they are Diogo Potes , Ricardo Matos and Patrick Goor . Really worth a check over their folio.

ALVA

OFFF 2008 Lisbon Closing Party

2008-05-11T13:50:00-07:00

Well seems this years all rumors were true, more then 2500 people at the event confirmed and the party was also mental. More than 1000 people just crashed at OFFFÂ´s party that was in LX Factory ( the same spot where OFFF event occurred )to see the live concerts and Dj Sets. The party went on and on till the morning, when at 6:00am the doors were closed, shutting down for now this memorable event.

And the winners are:

2008-05-11T13:31:00-07:00

After more then 25 GREAT different presentations, the best conferences goes to:

OFFF 2008 Lisbon, Day 1 - JOSHUA DAVIS
www.joshuadavis.com

I have seen many conferences from Joshua Davis. And I just cant get sick of them, itÂ´s always truly interesting and always funny. He as talked about some new inspirations and some new projects. He is without any doubt one of the biggest artists and entertainers. Like he said to me "I just try to make my shit interesting" and he truly achieves is purpose. Congrats Joshua for another outstanding conference.

OFFF 2008 Lisbon, Day 2 - ALEX TROCHUT
www.alextrochut.com/

Everyone knew the HIGH quality of Alex Trochut work, but it was still a surprise. A extra chill and professional conference, where he calmly browsed is works explaining some concepts and ideas behind. He is in the 3rd generation and he is representing the best possible. Another amazing conference that everyone will remember for a long time.

OFFF 2008 Lisbon, Day 3 - FALLON
www.fallon.com

Everyone knew Fallon and still they totally rocked the crowd, showing their work and mostly important showing results of the work they have done, extra professional and extra interesting they made 1 hour conference look like 10 minutes.

Offf 2008 Lisbon Overall feeling...

2008-05-11T09:13:00-07:00

Well after 3 days at OFFF, I'm still stoked about what happen this year in Lisbon. All OFFF records were beaten, there were more then 2500 people at OFFF when at Barcelona the biggest crowd was 1200 people. The atmosphere during the event was great. After a few years going to OFFF, I have reached a simple conclusion, events like this are truly needed, not only because its important to gather the worlds biggest, artists, designers, creative persons, coders and expose there work during the conferences but itÂ´s also important to gather all this people around the world to exchange ideas and feelings about the actual scene.

ItÂ´s amazing just to watch the exchange of contacts and even work during OFFF, it truly moves our world and shakes the heads of many to become better professionals and to extend all our limits to another level. ItÂ´s impossible to describe the repercussions of an event like this, since I believe every time an OFFF event happens it really moves us all forward.

It also has a huge impact in the local scene, since in Portugal 90% of the Design companies were present at the event and not only digital, but from all kinds of design disciplines.

There was a few flaws, nothing special really and since itÂ´s the first year happening in Portugal. I believe that the problems with the Wi-Fi and some other small ones were totally understood by everyone. Since itÂ´s a huge event and the organization always stand up to problems and tried to solved them all as fast as possible.

We are still updating the Blog after the event, so expect some photo galleries and some videos. Stay Tuned and donÂ´t miss next year event.

Cpluv loved OFFF 2008 Lisbon.

OFFF Closing Party

2008-05-10T08:58:00-07:00

Well we are in the last day of OFFF. The closing party is a few hours away, itÂ´s going to be held today from 23:59 till 6:00am at the LX Factory with some extra cool music served by Invaders ,Trash Converters ,I.B and Body Code . The Party ticket is not included in the OFFF Ticket, so you will have to buy it during the event. Be there or be square.

Wi-Fi problem solved...

2008-05-09T13:18:51-07:00

The Wi-Fi problem was solved, finally we are broadcasting live from OFFF. At this precise moment Fake Pilot is on stage with a surprising presentation, using is pilot helmet.

Offf 2008 Feel & Look

2008-05-09T08:27:00-07:00

OFFF 2008 is being great, everything is running smoothly. ItÂ´s allways good to see so much people getting involved in this kind of event, by walking around you can really feel that we are getting bigger every year, more then ever our creative scene is growing. The space as different look and feel from the usual Barcelona, since itÂ´s being held in an "abandon" factory itÂ´s much more underground.

We are having a few problems reporting directly from OFFF since the Wi-Fi is not working properly, there are still a few tests running. We hope they fix it fast!

Let the games begin...

2008-05-08T07:35:00-07:00

Yes OFFF is up and running and the rumors are true there are more then 2500 people, itÂ´s amazing to see so many creatives together, all joined in this event. Keep an eye open on updates, because we are broadcasting live.

After OFFF...

2008-05-07T12:15:00-07:00

Without talking about the amazing OFFF parties, there are a few places you might wanna visit after the conferences. Dont go back without visiting the Bairro Alto and Chiado , during the day itÂ´s a nice place to shop, during the night it turns into the perfect place to party.

If you are looking for big parties you must visit Lux FrÃ¡gil one of the best clubs in Europe, during OFFF they will receive the visit of Soulwax and Dezperados who are an amazing Dj Duo.

If you want to chill out listening to some cool ambient sound you can visit Noobai at Bairro Alto, that as an amazing view over Lisbon, nice food and some pretty good beer.

MORE INFO: VISIT LISBON

THE PLACE: LX Factory

2008-05-07T05:46:00-07:00

Lx Factory was built in 1940, in the XIX Century and was the first to adapt an full iron architecture in Portugal. An empty BOX that will be transformed into the OFFF Arena.

LX FACTORY

BAD NEWS: Renascent & North Kingdom

2008-05-07T05:18:00-07:00

The bad news are Renascent and North Kingdom couldnt make it to the OFFF event due agenda issues. The good news are 2 new artists will fill this gaps. They will announce it during the event.

OFFF 2008 Lisbon, Countdown...

2008-05-07T06:55:00-07:00

We are 1 day away from the OFFF 2008 event. There are rumors that this is going to be the biggest OFFF event ever, we are talking about 2500 hungry people, literally starving for creativity. Cpluv is an official media partner of the event and we will be broadcasting Live from the event.

During the event if you have a video, a photo set or an interview that you would like to see published at Cpluv just contact us! ( Chris or David ). The material submited must be exclusive to Cpluv.

OFFF 2008 Lisbon

Musa

2008-05-05T16:22:00-07:00

Musa Work Lab updates. Great work from this Lisbon/Portugal based studio, really worth a check.

MUSA WORK LAB

Daniel Freytag

2008-05-03T05:16:02-07:00

Very strong and complete portfolio.

DANIEL FREYTAG FOLIO
FREYTAG PHOTOGRAPHY

UVA updates

2008-04-29T19:20:16-07:00

The amazing UVA updates. Being one of my favorites, I totally advise a visit to explore their new works, as always outstanding.

UVA

Un.titled updates

2008-04-29T19:06:34-07:00

Un.titled updates with some new fresh work. Visit their site, I'm sure you will be impressed with their High quality work.

UN.TITLED

Blau Gallery Updates

2008-04-29T18:56:35-07:00

Blau Gallery by Design Chapel updates. Totally worth a visit to check their new site and prints.

BLAU GALLERY

ill studio

2008-04-24T05:26:03-07:00

"The ill-studio is a French group of collaborators devoted to fine arts. Our goal is to bring ten individuals together, working in various artistic areas such as graphic design, photography, typography, illustration, video, motion design, etc."

Really interesting work by ill studio.

ILL STUDIO

via tsp

Taiwan / Sanjhih

2008-04-22T05:33:00-07:00

This must be one of the most impressive Flickr photo set that I have seen in a while. An haunted abandon resort in Taiwan. Totally worth a visit.

FLICKR GALLERY

via qbn

OFFF 2008 Website released...

2008-04-07T19:01:00-07:00

Offf 2008 event official website has just been released. See you there!

OFFF 2008

Toko

2008-04-05T09:06:43-07:00

"Toko was established in 2001 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, and is now operating out of Surry Hills, Sydney, where it relocated in the beginning of 2006 to pursuit new (geo)graphic adventures."

Interesting work by TOKO

Grand People updates

2008-04-04T09:16:00-07:00

The Norwegian studio Grand People updates. Really worth a check over the portfolio where you will find some interesting work and some really nice updates.

GRAND PEOPLE

via tsp

Hort

2008-04-04T06:02:00-07:00

"HORT began its inhabitance back in 1994, under the previous stage name of EIKES GRAFISCHER HORT. Who the hell is Eike? Eike is the creator of HORT. HORT - a direct translation of the studio's mission. A creative playground. A place where 'work and play' can be said in the same sentence."

Very interesting work by HORT

via tsp

OFFF 2008, Tickets sold out...

2008-04-04T05:03:00-07:00

Well the good news are that OFFFÂ´s event that will be held in lisbon this year is very near, we are one month away, the "bad news" are that that the tickets were SOLD OUT! The new site is coming out soon, so stay sharp for upcoming news! See you there.

OFFF 2008, Lisbon

Mola

2008-03-28T10:07:28-07:00

Awarded as the best Portuguese Agency in 2007, Mola as been putting a very high level of many Design disciplines down in the street. Really worth a check over there portfolio that is simply outstanding. Do keep an eye on them.

MOLA

Theo updates...

2008-03-27T19:45:00-07:00

Theo Gennitsakis has updated with great fresh work. That is totally worth a visit.

More Info:
THEO GENNITSAKIS

OFFF 2008 Updates

2008-03-19T19:07:00-07:00

Well there is lotÂ´s of news about OFFF 2008 event that will be held in Lisbon. Fallon was the latest confirmation at the OFFF event. The tickets are selling like water, so grab yours before is too late and TAP in partnetship with OFFF are selling very low price flights to Lisbon. Last but not least soon they will release the oficial website, stay tuned for more news...

See you there...

More info:
OFFF 2008 Website

Diesel Wall

2008-03-12T05:39:22-07:00

"Diesel Wall is an international art contest that aims to bring intriguing/inspiring/insightful/inciting contemporary ideas to giant urban canvases in city centres around the world."

DIESEL WALL

C100 Studio

2008-03-07T06:36:53-07:00

"C100 Studio is a multidisciplinary design studio working on various projects including conception, creative direction, graphic design and illustration for a diverse range of clients. Specialised in delivering inventive and precise visual solutions we approach each project with enthusiasm, dedicated hands, and an individual style which is evident in our works."

C100 Website

Via FFF

Trevor Jackson Updates...

2008-03-07T04:53:00-07:00

"Trevor Jackson is a London based creative, working in many fields including graphic design, art direction, moving image, music writing, remixing and production, installations and performance."

DO NOT go by without visiting the AMAZING work of Trevor Jackson . Simply outstanding...Just love is work!

TDC 2008 Winning Entries

2008-03-04T14:56:50-07:00

Do check the winning entries at TDC 2008 Website . Amazing typography works.

Mulheres Barbadas

2008-03-01T07:26:57-07:00

"We are two bearded ladies working together.
We take turns drawing until we either fill up the canvas (or are too tired to go on, whichever comes first). We like monsters, icky stuff and tender love."

Funny and interesting work by this girl duo.

MULHERES BARBADAS

Company

2008-03-01T05:38:00-07:00

"Company is a graphic design studio based in London. Working across a variety of media and formats, we create brand identity and visual communication. Our approach is to formulate simple yet strong ideas, which work on multiple levels to deliver clear and effective solutions."

Really interesting work in their portfolio.

COMPANY LONDON

Via FFF

Blau Gallery

2008-03-01T05:22:00-07:00

Blau is a Online art shop, that also prints canvas in high quality and they ship worldwide. Really worth a visit to their site.

BLAU GALLERY

Santos & Karlovich updates

2008-02-28T10:25:12-07:00

Another old time favourite and friend, updates with 10 new amazing works. Dont go by without visiting the amazing work of Santos & Karlovich...

SANTOS & KARLOVICH

Forma Vision

2008-02-28T10:04:58-07:00

Forma Vision presents some unbelievebel work, filled with style and quality. Really worth a look over their portfolio, that has videoÂ´s of the making ofÂ´s and voice comments. They have become one of my favourite studios.

FORMA VISION

An Inconvenient Truth

2008-02-16T18:50:00-07:00

I'm sure that this is a repost, but I'm also sure that this is a truth that should be reminded to us all, every day we wake up. Just finished watching the "An Inconvenient Truth" DVD and I found it to be one of the best documentaries I ever saw. If you have never seen it, don't go by without watching it. Help protecting your home, the so called mother earth.

An Inconvenient Truth Website
An Inconvenient Truth Trailer
An Incovenient Truth Tips
An Incovenient Truth - BUY DVD

Stop Global Warming
Green Peace

David La Chapelle

2008-02-05T17:27:00-07:00

More then one of the best photographers in the world, David is one of the biggest artists. Do check the outstanding work of David La Chapelle.

David La Chapelle Website

Diesel Spring/Summer 08

2008-02-04T17:57:00-07:00

The allways surprising & amazing Diesel. The video is a laught, really worth checking.

Website
Video
Download

Evisuâs AW08 Milan Mens Show

2008-02-04T17:38:00-07:00

Blog: Evisu Blog
Video: Evisu Milan Video
Full info: Evisu Full Cover

Andy Howell

2008-02-01T15:54:03-07:00

If you dont know the work of Andy Howell you are totally missing it. Actually President of the ARTS PROJEKT International Ltd. Andy Howell as been creating for many years now high quality Artworks and Graphics.

Dont miss Andy Howell

R.I.P NTMY

2008-02-01T15:14:00-07:00

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"Gal + Pals, we are sorry to inform all of you the fact that NTMY is no more.
We would like to thank everyone who's been involved with the site since it's
opening and through until now, also many thanks to our loyal users and
visitors who kept everything running.

One of our front figures, Marcello Baldin, is about to launch something wicked
for all of us, designers, around the globe.

While this is being developed, check North Kingdom's Reform & Revolution site.

Yours Truly,
NTMY"

If you ask me for the responsible I would blame Wordpress, blog monster templates and alike. Nowadays everyone wants to have a cool trendy blog and itÂ´s so easy to put a project up and running, that they disappear with the same speed they appeared.

OFFF Lisbon 2008

2008-01-22T18:16:00-07:00

More artists were confirmed for the OFFF Lisbon 2008, the rooster is turning mental and there is still so much spots to fill, allready confirmed are: Random International, Group94, Santiago Ortiz aka Moebio (Bestiario), Fakepilot, Jose Luis de Vicente, dynTypo, David Gensler (The KDU),Karlssonwilker inc., Manuel Lima (Visual Complexity),50Done & Friends,Ben Lukas aka Hecq, Agence7Seven (Fullsix Group),Kenneth Kirschner, Andy Cameron,Taylor Deupree, All of Us, Andreas PhilstrÃ¶m aka Suprb, Bradley Grosh aka Gmunk, Trafik, Rob Chiu & Chris Hewitt aka Devoid of Yesterday, Aer Visual Studio, RÃ©gine Debatty from We Make Money Not Art, Psyop, Joshua Davis, Joel Gethin Lewis, Hi-Res!, Chris O'Shea, Andreas Muller (Nanika), Amit Pitaru & Alex Trochut...

Super Early Priced Tickets extended until January 27th, dont miss it go grab yours at www.offf.ws

More news soon, stay tuned!

Call to the Diesel Wall...

2008-01-19T13:23:00-07:00

I'm a true Diesel fan, and itÂ´s been a while since I'm waiting for the Diesel Wall Contest, which I think that is one of the most "rewarding" art/design contests. Who doesn't really want to have a wall in a big city painted with itÂ´s own work, this time the cities are Barcelona, New York, Zurich and Manchester.

I'm also writing this because the past issues of this contest the winners presented some really poor crap work ( in my humble personal opinion! ) so I really hope this time would be different.

The site still looks a bit strange with no entry form, but I suppose it will be updated in a near future, keep an eye on it.

More info: DIESEL Wall

Horiyoshi III, Irezumi Master.

2008-01-05T05:41:00-07:00

When you think about Japanese tattoo, one artist must come into your mind, and that name is Horiyoshi III, the greatest master of Irezumi, that simply means "Insert Ink". Please visit is site and watch the videos, you will be impressed by the traditional methods and how he can design such perfect forms.

Horiyoshi III

Leonor Morais updates...

2007-12-31T07:16:00-07:00

I totally admire her artwork. Do not leave without visiting the beatifull organic forms of Leonor Morais .

Add fuel to the fireâ¢

2007-12-28T13:38:08-07:00

Diogo Machado also knowed as Add fuel to the fire updates with some new fresh works. Dont wait anymore follow to Add Fuel to the Fire for some funky funny graphics.

Universal Everything & Wolff Olins

2007-12-27T12:59:00-07:00

"As part of their winning pitch for all London 2012 branding, we were commissioned by Wolff Olins to bring the 2012 Olympics to life, releasing the energy contained within the logo. Designed and directed by Matt Pyke, CGI by Peppermelon, sound by Freefarm."

Universal Everything grabs the polemic 2012 Logotype. The result was quite impressive. Give it a check!

HelloKarpaâ¢ updates...

2007-12-22T20:12:00-07:00

Just before the end of 2007, HelloKarpaâ¢ updates with 10 new works an half sleeve tattoo and some more stuff since the launch.

Check it out at HelloKarpaâ¢

2007-12-21T08:29:04-07:00

When we talk about charging 7 to 8 meter waves on a internacional Bodyboard competition, you must be talking about NazarÃ© Special Edition held in Portugal, that happened this last week. This is without any doubt not the main topic over computerlove, but any person would be completly impressed by the photos of humans challenging nature without fear.

This event happens every 2 years and is worth spending time in Portugal to see it live.

Proekt

2007-12-14T14:39:00-07:00

Interesting work by Proekt

Spirituc Xmas 2007

2007-12-14T11:51:17-07:00

The allways original xmas digital postcard of Spirituc, really worth a check :) itÂ´s in Portuguese but the Question is "Do you deserve to receive chocolates this xmas? Why?"

Go participate!

Philippe Starck @ TED

2007-12-14T03:15:00-07:00

The allways interesting Philippe Starck...

Philippe Starck @ TED

UVA, United Visual Artists

2007-12-13T11:43:33-07:00

"United Visual Artists are a British-based collective whose current practice spans permanent architectural installation, live performance and responsive installation. Research and development is a core part of our process - enabling us to constantly explore new fields, as well as re-examining more established ones."

Incredible work by UVA .

Really worth a check over the work of this collective.

Evisu Cube Gallery, China Exhibition

2007-12-04T14:13:00-07:00

China Chapter Exhibition

"In November 2007 the Evisu Cube Gallery went to China. To celebrate the spirit of artistic talent in China, 48 local artists in different art forms (including graphic designers, illustrators, fashion designers, sculptors, singers, architects, photographers etc.) were invited to participate in the Evisu Cube Gallery - China Chapter. Recruited in August 2007, each collaborator was given a pack containing Evisu denim and fabric, as well as extra âpartsâ such as buttons, rivets, labels and tags."

Check out the works at Evisu Blog

PALMâ¢ updates! New site and new Tshirts!

2007-12-01T06:12:00-07:00

Palm shirts updates, new t-shirts and new site. Really worth a check...

PALM Shirts

Victionary: Two new Books!

2007-12-01T04:57:15-07:00

Victionary launches two very interesting books, Type Addicted and Illustration + play. Check them out!

Victionary Books

OFFF moves to Lisbon!

2007-11-27T11:34:00-07:00

OFFF 2008 will be held in Lisbon. Portugal receives the event on the 8, 9 and 10 of May at LX Factory...More info soon, stay tuned!

OFFF Lisbon 2008

Searching for AE Monster Motion freak...

2007-11-24T07:47:00-07:00

Im currently searching for a Adobe After Effects Monster Animation Freak to work on a collaboration for a personal project, if you are into it check my work at www.hellokarpa.com and send some examples of your finished works (links!) to dc@hellokarpa.com

D&AD Awards 2008 - Call for entries

2007-11-24T03:25:22-07:00

"Defining creative excellence for 45 years, the D&AD Awards set the standard for great ideas the world over. Advertising, Design, Digital - D&AD spans the full creative spectrum

300 judges on 30 specialist juries consider the entries in categories ranging from Product Design to Mobile Marketing.

Winning work is awarded the iconic D&AD Yellow Pencil, appears in the D&AD Annual, and at exhibitions and events worldwide."

Entry deadline 16 January 2008

D&AD Awards 2008

New Future Graphic

2007-11-22T03:01:00-07:00

"New Future Graphic is a creative design studio based in London. We specialise in delivering inventive visual solutions that are enduring and precise. Our work centres around print design, but we are happy to offer a wide range of services."

Really nice work, really worth a check...so spend some time at New Future Graphic

A month in the life of a graphic Designer...

2007-11-19T07:23:30-07:00

"Over the next month, Michael C Place of Build and Creative Review will be conducting a unique experiment. We are going to document one month in the life of a graphic designer.

Mr Place (whose desk is shown above) has agreed to record everything that he does during this period. Every piece of work. Every idea. Every presentation. Every meeting.

During the four weeks there will be regular updates here at the CR Blog. Youâll thrill as he meets his bank manager. Gasp as he checks some proofs. Marvel as he tours exotic locations such as Walthamstow and Epping Forest. All will be revealed (...)"

Michael C Place @ CR
We are Build

Source: Creative Review

Loading haters...

2007-11-17T07:34:04-07:00

"Too much loadings. It kills the experience..."

For ages that I have listen the "Loading Haters" argue about loading times on multimedia works and I just need to say that this new generation is just passing by what us kids totally understood in the past.

In the 1980Â´s I used to wait 30 to 45 minutes for a Game to load on my Spectrum 48K and 30% of the times in the final loading it crashed because some stupid bug or error on the tape, but the deal was "learn how to wait for the experience", and I have learned how to wait.

Nowdays I usually see people argue about the loading times on the websites, are we forgetting something ? Are we forgetting that itÂ´s online ? Are we forgetting about 56K a few years a go ? People have forgotten how to wait for something, they just want EVERYTHING in a instant way...this is the new generation problem, they want everything granted on their side as fast as possible without any consequence...

Im I forgeting something ? We are talking about online sites, and itÂ´s normal that the data transfer takes time, people should understand this with no need for an argue to take place, offcorse if we have 3d, videos, Motions and all that stuff to improve the experience of a user on a website it will take time to load, since it will need more time for the data to transfer over the internet...

I was borned in the 80Â´s and I have learned to wait together with my Spectrum 48k and thatÂ´s why I usually wait for the loadings on the Nike Sites to experience all that they have prepared for me...I love loadings and they love me...

My cup of tea/coffee

2007-11-17T06:36:00-07:00

"Mugs to help you mix your favourite brew to just-how-you-like-it by matching the colour guide on the inside. Design by SUCK UK"

Yes I Love tea, and dont worry Coffee lovers they didnt forget you. A Color match guide for Tea and Coffee simply genius.

My Cup of Tea/Coffee

Walk2Web

2007-11-17T06:17:00-07:00

This might even be a re-post, but itÂ´s surely fun enough to deserve a re-visit...just pop your website into the form and check your linkage :) Turn your speakers loud ;)

Walk 2 Web
Cpluv at Walk2web www.cpluv.com

Red Dot

2007-11-15T17:12:00-07:00

"Red Dot was accidentally conceived in a London Soho pub at the turn of the century, and has now irritated us for just over six years."

Stylish T-shirts and Hoodies at Red Dot . Really worth a visit if you wanna go around in style offcorse. ;)

Evisu Cube Gallery

2007-11-15T14:06:00-07:00

"On March 30th 2006 Evisu organized an art exhibition in the Evisu Paris store based on the Japanese concept of âcubicle galleryâ. Art was created in tiny boxes acting as miniature art spaces. We approached about 48 young artists, stylists and other creators, supplied them with Evisu denim and asked them to make a doll for the Evisu Gallery."

Now this exhibition moves on to China, the Opening will be held on 9th November at Evisu Xintiandi Speciality Store in Shangai.

For more info Evisu Blog

IdN Magazine, new issue on the streets...

2007-11-05T13:09:42-07:00

IdN v14n5: Art Directors Issue
Printing Proofs

"Share with readers the creative experiences of nine experts in the field, what they love most about the medium is its tangibility. The smell of the ink, the feel of the paper... and having an end-result that you can carry around with you and then, when you've temporarily finished with it, file lovingly on your shelves for future reference.

What is the value of print? Readers might have noted or they will find the answer from this second last issue of IdN 15th Anniversary."

New issue on the streets go grab it!

Just having fun on acrylic...

2007-11-04T19:03:00-07:00

Just having pure fun on a collaboration with my girlfriend. We painted 3 canvas. The end result totally pay of the time we have spent on it. We mixed our different technics and styles and the result was this funny crazy universe.

Lichtfaktor, Light Graffitis

2007-10-31T17:43:00-07:00

No itÂ´s not photoshop skills, no itÂ´s not 3D, no itÂ´s not computer generated, we might say itÂ´s Light generated itÂ´s literally "hand made". Please really do take your time to explore this light graffitis by Lichfaktor crew.

Lichfaktor at Behance
Lichfaktor at Myspace
Lichfaktor Video

SLW updates...

2007-10-26T12:39:00-07:00

Six Letter Word aka Diogo Potes has updated his site with 10 new works, has usual amazing graphics. Dont miss SLW!

Mac OS X Leopard in less then 1 second...

2007-10-26T10:07:00-07:00

Less then one second for the new MAC OS X Leopard to come out...The time is running...whats gonna happen at the Apple Website ?

Serial Cut

2007-10-25T14:44:00-07:00

Yes itÂ´s not new, yes it has been featured at cpluv, yes everyone knows him but he has done a small update and I just cant get enough of his work, true stunning work really worth a check and a re-check. Visit Serial Cut .

CMYK Skateboards WOW!

2007-10-25T03:56:29-07:00

You can even dislike skateboards, you can even hate the sport itself, you can even not practice at all, but you must love this CMYK ( Cookie Mob Yardie Krew ) Boards, they are beatifull...

CMYK Skateboards Photos
CMYK
Buy now!

57 Even

2007-10-23T16:06:00-07:00

"Steven is a freelance artist, designer, & consultant, working under the moniker '57 Even,' who has a penchant for product and fashion design. He is passionate about his work and working for clients who appreciate a high level of attention to detail."

Quite interesting work by Steven David Muller at 57 Even . Worth a check...

Karpa for Design Supremo

2007-10-20T03:51:00-07:00

David Carvalho , the self-taught Portuguese designer and artist responsible for numerous inspiring pieces of graphic art, has turned his attention to the most uplifting subject of all: Falling in Love.

Taking life itself as his inspiration, David creates pieces that are as beautiful as they are unique. His inimitable style has led to commissions from the likes of Nike and Nokia, and now he has produced the breathtaking Falling in Love exclusively for Design Supremo.

Printed on 250gsm silk art paper with additional spot UV gloss varnish, Falling in Love utilises a Japanese graphic style to beautifully convey the exquisite emotions experienced by anyone fortunate enough to experience the dream-like, serenity that can only mean one thing â love.

Falling In Love is a strictly limited edition of 100.

BUY NOW!!!

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OFFF 2008 Lisbon Closing Party

And the winners are:

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OFFF Closing Party

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Let the games begin...

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THE PLACE: LX Factory

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