that illustrate their own fields of creative interest. Their reasons for choosing them are below...
Dan Everitt
- Loves the unusual, sketchy style of Andres Guzman illustration.
- The punky, neon style of Mike Joyce
- The isometric, colourful patterns of Andy Gilmore
- The dark watercolour artwork of Zac Johnson
- He chose the artwork of Brian Moore because of it's modern twist on original propaganda poster design.
- The artwork of Shigeo Fukuda was chosen because of its thought-provoking illusions based on negative space.
- The typography of Alex Trotut was chosen because of its geometric modernity.
- Any other contemporary type and/or image is of interest.
- Again, the overlapping colours and structured geometric style was found in Andrew Vastagh and chosen.
- The Powell Peralla skate company graphic are old in age, but contemporary in style.
Joe Leadbeater
- The contrasting positive and negative space of the art of Tang Yau Hoong.
- The art of 'Graphic Patrick' was chosen for its minimalistic and symbolistic style.
- The sometimes cheesy, catchy play-on words and type in Ian Collins' 'The Big Caption' sparks particular interest.
- Abstract landscapes and art deco-esque style of Marius Roosendaal looks aged and lots of interesting layers.
- Any use of word play with type
- Casey Reas' development of artwork creating software. Modern, innovative way to create art.
- ABC3D - cool way of playing with type.
- Loves the hidden meanings through the dollar bill designs of Dowling and Duncan.
- Likes original punk artist Malcolm Garrett and original punk style of image and type.
- Likes landscape based artwork of Tim Reynolds because they look softly painted at first, but are actually made up of harsh geometric shapes.
Leo Sims
- Likes the vivid contrasting landscape photography of Mitch Debrowler and its effective use of black and white.
- Likes the artwork of Fab Cirado because of its abstract subject matter.
- Likes infographics and playing with type.
- Likes mathematical art such as the psychedelic 'fractals'
- Likes the messages through Kuczynski's art and design.
- Another example given for Kuczynski.
- Likes the way the dramatic photo montages of Nick Peterson blend so perfectly.
- Very expressive work of Andy Goodman
- Really interesting details to 'Storm'
- Any panoramic landscape photography sparks interest.
Vicky Redmond
- Likes the bold type, shapes and colours through Kate Moross' clothing designs.
- Likes Craig Wards' 'Playing with type'
- Loves I-D magazine - never a visually dull issue.
- 'Deep Clothing' loves the bold, statement wall art.
- Likes the minimalistic, modern and geometric style of 'Made By Sawdust'
- Likes the suggestive 3D style of the 2D kaleidoscope-like image from Jelle Martens.
- Likes geometric image and type of Mark Weaver.
- LOVES Jamie Reed's poster for the sex pistols. The distinctive ransom note style is very contemporary.
- The use of statement art from Aqua Couture.
- Loves the statements made through graphics for a Dr Martens advert.
Sam Cook
- Loves the old graphic design style of the 19th century. In particular the work of Werkmann and his screen printing.
- Other artists include ; Alexander Rojenko
- Nevielle Brody
- Bradow
- and Artiva for the same reasons as above.
- Loves all other non-format art.
After each member of the group had shared their ten examples, we identified a list of criteria that was collectively used to pick our own ten examples:
- Creative use of Type
- Visual Quality
- Tone of Voice
- Attention to detail
- Simplicity of Design
- Meaning or Message
- Audience engagement / interaction
- Style or aesthetic quality
- Use of Media & Method of Production
- Relationship between Form & Format
- Interest in the content
- Use / Choice of language
- Structure & Layout
- Creative use of Type
- Attention to detail
- Simplicity of Design
- Interest in the content
- Use of Media & Method of Production
Creative use of Type:
The combining of both type and image is what makes this composition great. The modern style and monochrome colour scheme make also it classy and contemporary.
The way type is hand written in this image gives a humble, child-like feel to this poster, very suitable for this campaign.
Oldie but goodie. The simple segregation of type reflects the content of the article.
The use of image as type in this advert is very creative! The use of negative space is captivating and it's still clear and legible.
Gives reader exactly what they want to know, and shows that they are a no-nonsense company. Simple but effective.
Using type as image again can be simple and contemporary.
Interest in content:
Anyone with an interest in 'Motown, northern soul and 60's beat' will be immediately captivated by this poster. It not only resembles true 60's style right down to what the lady is wearing in the black and white photograph, but uses relevant colours and type as well!
The unusual, child like illustration on this flyer is ultimately best suited to it's 'Indie' audience through its 90's style colour scheme and hand drawn typography.
The hazy colours and bold text hold a strong 'funk' theme and so will attract the eye of any funk or soul fan will be attracted to this flyer before they even know what it is about.
The Googie style type across the top and pastel colours give this poster a definite 50's or 'retro' theme. The style of illustration, however resembles alternative style and so will appeal to anyone interested in the content of this flyer (above).
Again, warm colour scheme, kaleidoscope background and an LP as the main visual will attract any 60's psychedelic music fan.
Simplicity of design:
the bright main visual is only complimented by the great mass of black background. It not only makes it stand out, but refines its detail, particularly around the feathers.
The uber-simplified 'CS' of this logo is very contemporary and simple. It almost looks like an image rather than type.
Complicated-yet-simple raincloud illustration.
The plain colour scheme and small, spacious focal points give this poster design peaceful simplicity, while still being very contemporary.
This branding and identity is kept simple with an un-cluttered logo and lots and lots of white space.
Again, blank space plays a big part in contemporary, simple design.
a complicated image is given a modern twist of simplicity with the help of blank space and subtle shadowing.
Use of Media & Method of Production:
Unusual laser-etched typography onto wood.
Intricate, unusual hand cut paper design by Rob Ryan is a both beautiful, and interesting method of production and media.
Etch-a-sketch taken to a new level - an unusual medium.
Using the page as part of the type is an interesting method of production.
Heavily laboured but stunning poster design has been hand cut and assembled.
Unusual media for type used in the title sequence of 'the happy film'
Attention to Detail:
Clever use of negative space in holly leaf as the three brothers' silhouettes surround the spikes.
A lot of attention to detail in this tiny logo - 13 animals in total can be found.
In this very clever logo (above) the slash across the letter not only makes it both an 'N' and a 'W' but it also creates a compass pointing north west.
This optical illusive t shirt design is both comical and clever.
Type resembling the framework of a bike - very observant artistry!
A comical take on the social network of Skype.
Ronald McDonald's secret habit....