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Glowing Light Ball Bench by Manfred Kielnhofer (Linz, Austria)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:16:14 -0800

The "Glowing Light Ball Bench" created by Manfred Kielnhofer was present at the Light Art Biennial Austria. The bench, which has a very simple design, consists of three light balls and two wooden board perforates that lay over the light balls. Contrasting structural dynamics of the artist Manfred Kielnhofer provides analytically with his artistic work The "Glowing Light Ball Bench" more than one possible answer to this issue.

Deutsche & Japaner (Mannheim, Germany)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:48:01 -0800

Deutsche & Japaner focuses on "communication, regardless of its physical condition, environmental, haptical or visual, but always in regard of sustainable experiences"

MTV Networks "Teddy" by Jonathan Gurvit (1:01)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:28:19 -0800

IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011

Industrial Light & Magic - Christian Alzmann (USA)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:28:48 -0800

The joy of conferences? I love to share about what I do, but I gotta say from a more selfish perspective its getting to meet all of the other speakers. Its very inspiring to meet so many creative people.

OFFSET 2012 (Dublin, Ireland)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:45:50 -0800

OFFSET retuns to the Grand Canal Theatre in Dublin on 09-11MAR 2012! 3 days of creativity, a lifetime of inspiration! Featuring speakers including: Antoine et Manuel (France), Friends With You (USA), Matt Clark @ United Visual Artists (UK), Rinzen (Australia), Shepard Fairey / OBEY (USA), Stefan Sagmeister (Austria) and many more!

Studio8 Design (London, UK)

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:20:25 -0800

"Matt Willey is one of the most talented and versatile creatives working in the business today. He gives 125 percent to whatever project he is involved with and it shows. I speak from experience as he was an integral part of our re-design team for The New York Times Magazine."

NOOKA Zub Zibi Zirc (New York, USA)

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:15:26 -0800

With a snug fit that appeals to anyone who prefers a tighter, edited profile for their watch, broadening Nooka's audience to include a younger individual of either gender. Framed under a facetted gem-cut lens, the watch's innovative face clearly displays the minute, surrounded by a circle with twelve partitions representing the hour—presenting a compact and intuitive way to read the time.

Debaser - David Homer, Aaron Hayward (Sydney, Australia)

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:22:21 -0800

The joy of conferences? Getting to reveal all the dodgy little secrets about how we make our work. We pointed out bits of sticky tape holding parts of things we photographed together, all the little bits and pieces that are considered mistakes, but which we think makes the work look great.

Inge Jacobsen (London, UK)

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:52:49 -0800

"I would characterise my work as an intervention into the mass-produced image, disrupting it through embroidery. I had tried it before with painting, but never really got anything interesting from it, so having a lot of thread lying around, I thought it would be interesting to try that instead.

Bracket Vol. 3 by Anonymous (Singapore)

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:45:02 -0800

Courtesy of MagSpreads, Bracket Vol. 03 surveys 16 individuals on the future of education and its' impact on creativity. "Sometimes the argument in education seems to go against free will and creative spirit, but increasingly it's the fact that education has become a business and a production line that destroys the innate power of education and it's ability for change. The students that demonstrate on the streets of London on behalf of education act like dissatisfied customers, for that is what they have become." Excerpt of foreword by Robert Urquhart. Bracket is published by Anonymous, and designed by SILNT.

DHNN Reel 2011 (1:26)

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:49:41 -0800

IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011

Joseph Ernst (London, UK)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:25:13 -0800

"Anything that can provoke people to question something is interesting to me. And the most memorable way of questioning things is to make fun of/with them — to expose the irony, the idiocy, the hypocrisy behind modern behaviour and values in a fun, light-hearted way."

The Avant/Garde Diaries: KDU (New York, USA)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:14:38 -0800

The Avant/Garde Diaries, initiated by German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz is a digital portrait magazine that documents personal views on the avant-garde. Rather than labeling people avant-garde, the project tries to see through the eyes of people, who they admire for what they do. Check out the "Keep Feeding the Machine" chapter on David Gensler (KDU)/Kostas Seremetis!

Toben - Katja Hartung, Thorsten Kulp (Sydeny, Australia)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:15:54 -0800

"We aim to create unique and well-crafted solutions that work!".

Laura Guarie (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:57:37 -0800

"I’ve been reading a lot about European history recently and the influences that have left their mark on us, especially in art, architecture and design. Europe reached a very high level in the traditional teaching of arts and crafts, and has left us the legacy of its avant-garde experimentation, particularly Cubism and Constructivism."

VISAGES by Joseph Ghosn (Paris, France)

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:44:14 -0800

VISAGES is a group show and publication curated by Joseph Ghosn featuring Charles Berberian, Theo Ellsworth, Charles Burns, Philippe Dupuy, Sammy Harkham, Frédéric Fleury, Blutch, Frédérique Rusch, Paul Hornschemeier, Caroline Andrieu, Nine Antico, Serge Clerc, Frédéric Poincelet, Antoine Marquis, Julien Carreyn, Emmanuelle Pidoux, Fanny Michaëlis, Ludovic Debeurme, Michael Deforge. Show runs from 03FEB to 30MAR 2012 at 12 rue du Mail 75002 Paris, France.

GUCHAGUCHA participates in Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid (Madrid, Spain)

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:13:50 -0800

GUCHAGUCHA takes part in EGO, the young talents platform in Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week, a great space for the Spanish´s fashion promotion and its most prominent references. The show runs from 01-05FEB 2012 at IFEMA, Madrid.

Epix Rebrand by Loyalkaspar (1:16)

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 02:11:03 -0800

IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011

Alejandra Román (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:30:01 -0800

"I think that the public in Buenos Aires has just begun to understand that design is something that matters, and is keen to learn more about it. And young designers are changing the way they think about design, reaching out for new ideas and techniques."

Alex Trochut (Barcelona, Spain)

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:09:27 -0800

The joy of conferences? The moment after you have finished.

EYESAW (London, UK)

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:02:25 -0800

Works that interact with their soundings and environment have something that sets them apart from those that don’t. I believe that more thought and planning go into them.

Tara McPherson (New York, USA)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:03:00 -0800

Named the "Princess of Poster Art" by Elle magazine, she has created numerous gig posters for rock bands such as Beck, Modest Mouse and the Melvins.

Rosario Florio & Larissa Kasper (Saint Gallen, Switzerland)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:34:49 -0800

Rosario Florio & Larissa Kasper work on various self-initiated, personal projects as well as commissioned ones. Their main activity and interest is in printed matter, with a strong focus on typography. Most of the studio's projects are in the musical and cultural fields. The duo shares a small workspace with a few friends called Bureau Collective.

Opening Title by Andreas Nicolas Fischer (0:16)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:32:25 -0800

IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011

Viktor Hertz (Uppsala, Sweden)

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:07:13 -0800

"My Honest Logos take aim at big, well-known companies, with a tongue-in-cheek approach. They are meant to be taken lightly, although they do contain some serious criticism behind the funny surface. But it’s not an attack on them; I use many of these companies’ products and services, so I guess I’m something of a hypocrite…"

Phunk Studio (Singapore)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:56:33 -0800

The concept of universality in the age of globalisation is a constant theme in their works.

Gaby Hebstein (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:39:37 -0800

"I believe that Buenos Aires is living through one of its greatest moments. There is a huge artistic movement here. A lot of new art galleries have opened up and there seem to be design events going on everywhere. This is a new trend."

Anthony Lister (Brisbane, Australia)

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:50:06 -0800

The joy of conferences? Is that everyone takes you really seriously.

IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011 Trailer (1:29)

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:53:47 -0800

IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011

Lim Heng Swee aka ilovedoodle (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:12:01 -0800

"I would describe my work as simple and fun, but with a strong idea or message behind it. Life should be fun and humourous when possible and I hope that my illustrations generate a sense of joy and happiness."

Pogo (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:44:25 -0800

"Our greatest asset is our imagination and our creativity. Even living constantly amid chaos, we never despair."

Nabil Elderkin (Los Angeles, USA)

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:43:39 -0800

Nabil's biggest inspiration is "travelling and interaction with people".

Territory Volume 13 (US$25)

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:02:23 -0800

US$25

IdN v18n6: Humorous Design — Design in Contempt

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 03:10:48 -0800

Who doesn't like to make people laugh? An ability to do this always adds something special to the message being conveyed, however serious its ultimate intent, and the rewards for those designers with a universal sense of humour, and technique to match, can be huge. In this issue, we have gathered together the work and words of 11 genuinely funny designers, who all have radically different approaches. If you think that you possess a prominent funny bone, their experiences may inspire you. We hope that some of them, at least, will leave you chortling or wryly smiling.

IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011 — Annual review of the "Best of the Best"

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:38:27 -0800

As a farewell to 2011, we have selected 32 brilliant videos from the last five issues of Motion Gallery, which were themed around Network Branding, Projection Mapping, Mixed Media, Infographics and 8Bit Video-Games Technology, as well as from the online channel IdN Onair. This review of the best work to have appeared over the course of a year will become an annual feature.

United Visual Artists/Ben Kreukniet (London, UK)

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 22:37:12 -0800

"Pushing the boundaries of research, software and engineering with every project, UVA's work aims above all to be meaningful and engaging."

Alexia Sinclair (Sydney, Australia)

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:30:45 -0800

Meeting all of the other amazing speakers from around the globe; many of whom are still friends of mine today.

IdN v18n6: Humorous Design (US$17.5)

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:01:13 -0800

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IdN Video v18n6: Best of 2011 (US$12.5)

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:48:36 -0800

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Simon Birch (Hong Kong, China)

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 22:24:18 -0800

There’s a black humour to presenting: you’re up there on stage talking about your life and work in the past tense. Even for the harshest self-obiturist, it’s isn’t easy to be critical.

Deanne Cheuk (New York, USA)

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:17:51 -0800

The joy of conferences? Inspiring others.

Vanessa Lam (Los Angeles, USA)

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 07:17:23 -0800

"An ID that I really love is that for ‘Visit Nordkyn’ by the Norwegian studio Neue. The logo, dependent on the temperature of the country, has endless permutations that are constantly changing. It is a simple shape yet complex and flexible in its possibilities. The overall feel and execution are a perfect reflection of that cold, mysterious region."

Keith Schofield (Los Angeles, USA)

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 22:11:24 -0800

The joy of conferences? Getting to meet people afterwards! And free food.

Antony Squizzato (Paris, France)

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 14:28:55 -0800

“I do believe that there is something special about design in France, because the country resides at the crossroads between ‘rational’ thinking (Scandinavian, Swiss, German or Anglo-Saxon) and more instinctive thinking (from Italy, Spain, Portugal, etc.). French designers enjoy living in a fully digitalised world because they know they have their traditions and history as a back-up. There is also a great tradition of drawing and illustrating here. The French comics (bande dessinee) scene is so huge and active, and open to other media such as cinema, video games or graphic arts.

"Block Alley" by Andrew Sanderson (1:30)

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 04:32:48 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Tin&ed / Tin Nguyen, Edward Cutting (Melbourne, Australia)

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 22:04:57 -0800

The most fun thing about being a speaker was meeting the other speakers and also meeting some of the audience afterwards!

Xavier Bourdil (Paris, French)

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:40:27 -0800

"I’m not experienced enough to have a strong opinion on the Paris design scene, but I feel that there are two main streams here: one very influenced by graffiti and hip-hop culture, and another with more of a typical graphic-design style. Composition and typography are very important here, I would say."

Thonik (Amsterdam, The Netherlands)

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:51:59 -0800

"A good logo has to be visually strong and appealing to the target group. The design itself, the form, does not take long, but the research and the interaction with the stake-holders can be very time-consuming."

"Bicycle Film Festival 8-Bit Intro!" by Drew Wise (0:30)

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 04:42:07 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Bibliothéque - Tim Beard (London, UK)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:58:30 -0800

Beard: Its a challenge to talk, its beneficial to listen.

Benjamin Varin (Lyon, France)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:03:31 -0800

"We had a great period years ago, with illustrators such as Savignac, or more militant graphic designers such as Grapus. Traces of this legacy remain. The French touch is maybe a kind of mix between a bit of craziness and our graphic-design roots – plus the influence of world-wide images."

Toormix (Barcelona, Spain)

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 19:15:03 -0800

"The concept is undoubtedly the main element to consider when designing a logo. Typography should help build the concept and not be a mere formal election. It must be aligned in style with the idea to communicate effectively."

"Game Over" by Katrin Haerterich (1:30)

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 04:51:26 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Stephen Van Else - Iloura (Melbourne, Australia)

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 21:52:03 -0800

There are lots of great things about being a guest speaker at a conference. You often get to travel to a new city - immersing yourself in your passion amongst a sea of enthusiasts. If the physical environment and the catering is as good as the crowd all the better!

Admedia Studio (Barcelona, Spain)

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 02:26:35 -0800

"Website must involve an experience and the main problem is trying not to disappoint the expectations that the user has, which are becoming higher all the time."

Hyperkit (London, UK)

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:38:07 -0800

"A common misconception people have is that a logo has to be, or has to include, an icon or pictogram. Apart from the obvious technical aspects such as working well at a small size or in a single colour, the most important thing is that it is relevant to the subject."

"Protest Reality" by tea&cheese (1:43)

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:45 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Tiffany Bozic (San Francisco, USA)

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:45:36 -0800

Bozic's wide array of subjects are inspired both by her extensive travels to wild places, and the research specimens at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco.

Media Arc (Hong Kong, China)

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:49:39 -0800

What makes good website design? Great visuals, good rhythm, good user flow and great motion, if possible. As a designer, I treat the web as a moveable graphic canvas — it can exhibit something more than an image, and how to present the content within the small window is a kind of art in itself.

"SK8-bit" by John Cloutte (0:55)

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:10:04 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Mihail Mihaylov (Rotterdam, Netherlands)

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:01:11 -0800

"The most common misunderstanding people have about logo design is that in order to be effective, the logo has to depict the brand’s activity. For me, technical aspects such as readability or scalability always come first. Since the written symbol stands as a kind of abstract logo for the sound behind it, I believe that typography at its core is logo design."

Adrian Clifford - Rinzen (Brisbane, Australia)

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 21:39:09 -0800

Clifford: Travel, meeting and talking to great people, and having the time to explore, encounter or generate new ideas and possibilities for design and art beyond the usual quotidian routines and deadlines.

Julie Rousset (Paris, France)

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 07:12:43 -0800

"There are many French designers, but I don’t believe there is one French graphic-design style. French graphic design is no longer the model or reference-point that it used to be. Today, it is more influenced than influential, it is not sufficient to itself."

"Tron Legacy 8 Bit" by Pierre Manry (1:11)

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:19:23 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Stiletto - Stefanie Barth, Julie Hirschfeld (New York, USA / Milan, Italy)

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:32:42 -0800

The joy of conferences? To inspire, tell your personal story and hopefully motivate for where there is no receipe but passion.

Mike McQuade (Chicago, USA)

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:24:15 -0800

"I think a good logo should communicate and convey something about the business/individual in a smart, clever and unexpected way. The most common misunderstanding people have about logo design is crowd sourcing. Clients sometimes feel that the more they have to look at, the better the end result will be. I strongly disagree with this method and think that a client should hire a designer whose work really speaks to them and their vision for the logo."

Houdini (Sydney, Australia)

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 21:35:47 -0800

"It’s very easy to design one logo; the trick is designing the right logo. Typically we will explore several ideas, sketches and approaches before culling the unsuccessful candidates — it’s vitally important not to be too precious at this stage and to be constructive with your opinions. We will then focus on a chosen few to craft up to a finished design. Depending on the number of applications, this process can be fast-tracked to cater for smaller-scale identities or expanded upon for larger application projects."

"You Were In My Dream" by Isobel Knowles & Van Sowerwine (1:46)

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:28:42 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

DESIGN INDABA 2012 (Cape Town, South Africa)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:02:32 -0800

There's really no better way to energise, inspire and indulge yourself than taking in a week of pure creative talent. From 29 FEB to 02 MAR 2012, delegates will have a chance to listen to the world's foremost designers, makers, trendsetters and thought leaders as they take the stage for the Design Indaba Conference. Then from 02-04 MAR, the Design Indaba Expo will showcase some of the best local design talent South Africa has to offer. This multi-sectoral Expo will have you not only shopping up a storm but also exploring the diverse nature of design in South Africa.

Digitial Domain - Vernon Wilbert (Venice, USA)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:26:15 -0800

The joy of conferences? Seeing an auditorium full of artists and engaging with other great speakers and the conference organizers.

You Were In My Dream (Melbourne, Australia)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 04:47:19 -0800

"When designing a website, it’s important to consider the information you want to deliver and who your audience is. We wanted our website to re-create the mood of the artwork so we made a lot of the buttons with hand-cut paper and included a lot of the artwork from the animation. We wanted the website to be a very comprehensive documentation of the artwork so that people could read all about it if they were curious."

Pierrick Jégou (Paris, France)

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 11:58:51 -0800

"I don’t think that is there a typical French design style because nowadays, with all the technologies around us bringing designers and other people closer, you can share and enjoy work from Argentina, California or Russia. The inspiration is more global now and it seems that everybody is adopting a lighter, purer and less sophisticated style."

"8-Bit Luv" by Álvaro Ramis (0:23)

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 05:38:01 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Danny Yount - Prologue Films (New York, USA)

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:19:48 -0800

The joy of conferences? Traveling and meeting great people. I need inspiration like everyone else so that’s what I like to do get re-energized. I also get to learn so much from the other presenters and sometimes see old friends.

Bruce Mau Design (Toronto, Canada)

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:10:23 -0800

"I don’t like to think in terms of ‘good’ and ‘bad’, but rather accuracy. In other words, we spend a lot of time with our clients trying to determine the metrics for success, and therefore it’s the alignment of a company’s visual identity system and communications platform with a set of larger strategic aims."

"Supernatural Creator 2" by Mareike Ottrand (2:00)

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:47:20 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Rejane Dal Bello (Rotterdam, The Netherlands)

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 02:21:55 -0800

"Identification is what makes a good logo. I don’t design logos – I design a visual identity. The logo is one part of this whole project. To make a logo you need the world to revolve around it. The logo cannot communicate everything. The logo indicates only identify, but it cannot give an overall idea of what is the company is about."

Luke Lucas (Melbourne, Australia)

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:13:21 -0800

The joy of conferences? It can be pretty nerve racking speaking before that many people but at the same time it’s really fulfilling to share your thoughts with a room full of likeminded people.

Pierre Kurczewski (Paris, France)

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:33:27 -0800

"Today, even more than in the past, French graphic design is more a story of individuality. The development of new technologies means that there can now be a permanent connection with the rest of the world. Everyone can now create their own path and develop a personal style in tune with what is happening around the world"

ADP: A multi layered book about traveling, girls, mountains, love and adventure! (Amsterdam, The Netherlands)

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 21:37:40 -0800

Archivo De Pivo is an autonomous book about the world. It transforms personal memories, dreams, fantasies, ideas, stories and travel experiences into a new borderless universe. The writer plays with the truth and fiction and is not concerned about objectivity or accuracy. It is an open hearted, warm, layered and vibrating view on the world. Ivo Schmetz has written, photographed, designed and published the whole book himself. During normal work days he is busy with his design studio 310k (www.310k.nl) or record label Basserk (www.basserk.com) but this project was his own and he has kept a secret until it was completely finished. He worked on it for more then 3 years, quietly behind his laptop during the nights or with a hangover in the weekend. The result is this: a book that is coming straight from the heart, full of joy, energy, inspiration and personal feelings!

"Ich Bin 8BIT" by iam8bit (1:20)

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 05:56:39 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Philip Hunt - Studio Aka (London, UK)

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 21:06:54 -0800

They joy of conferences? The unexpected change in direction forced by technical difficulties or spontaneous audience participation is always fun. Let’s be honest though... the most fun thing is just ‘showing off’ isn’t it?

Felt Branding (London, UK)

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:44:59 -0800

"A logo is often the introduction to a brand, the first ‘Hello’, so it needs to tell the audience ‘This is who we are, and what we do’. Good logos are often the purest examples of design, and the best always stand out for the right reasons."

Young (Manchester, UK)

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:56:31 -0800

"What makes a good logo? A logo is nothing on its own, so a good logo should succinctly distill a brand into one recognisable mark. But it’s clearly important that the brand concept is strong as well; sometimes in creating a brand, the logo is the last piece of the puzzle."

"8-Bit Holiday" by Andrew Jive (2:16)

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:05:58 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Tony Mott (Sheffield, UK)

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:00:27 -0800

The joy of conference? Soaking up the influence of the audience and generally communicating with everybody invovled.

Aurélien Arnaud (Paris, France)

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:08:03 -0800

“I think French design has a style that is at the crossroads of many influences, that is the interesting thing about working in France, but we have a legacy from poster design and illustration that we can still feel today. I think illustration is a very important part of French design.

Allan Peters (Minneapolis, USA)

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:19:35 -0800

"I usually do 30-100 different sketches and concepts before I settle on 3 that I'm willing to show a client. To give you a ballpark number, I'd say it generally takes a week; with another week for revisions."

The Making of "D-side Erol Alkan" by John Filipe (0:35)

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 06:15:17 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

IdN Extra 06: Semi-Permanent — Speak Up

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:22:50 -0800

It is imperative that successful designers and artists maintain a high standard of work, but it is also important that they present coherently to their clients and patrons, or be able to speak in front of thousands of roaring conference attendees! In this collaborative IdN Extra, we feature 40 seasoned Semi-Permanent speakers. We give their views on creative conferencing and show their latest work.

IdN Extra 06: Semi-Permanent (US$34.9)

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 20:48:19 -0800

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Hellohikimori (Paris, France)

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 21:31:07 -0800

"In the creative world, we are all challenging each other, and that is a good motivation for all of us. We are all doing the same job, with different perspectives, and that is incredibly constructive."

"Analogue Ski Resort" by Mykola Dosenko (0:40)

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 06:24:36 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Côme de Bouchony (Paris, France)

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:42:39 -0800

"I often work with letters more than ‘drawings’. I find it really hard to create a figurative symbol that doesn’t look trivial. Typography can suggest more than illustrate, that’s what I like about it."

Atelier Müesli (Paris, France)

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:54:11 -0800

"The younger generation is now trying to operate a mix between these two tendencies (pictorialist and expressionist), both of which are a part of us. Some of us are quite influenced by vernacular and popular culture, especially in typographic work."

Opening title for IdN by Artillery (0:32)

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:33:55 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

André Gottschalk (Berlin, Germany)

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:05:43 -0800

"Our coding system relies on a basic rule, based on what the well-known Swiss graphic designer Karl Gerstner once said, that the formula generates the form."

Denis Carrier (Grenoble, France)

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 02:17:15 -0800

"I think there’s a French design style that is a mix of type and illustration. Designers such as Michel Bouvet, M/M, Antoine+Manuel or Jean Julien are interesting actors on the French scene. This style probably comes out of the French design history created by designers such as Raymond Savignac or typographers such as Maximilien Vox or Pierre Faucheux."

Trueblood Season 3: Animated Landscape by Hellohikimori (0:35)

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 06:43:14 -0800

IdN Video v18n5: 8-Bit

Kiss Miklos (Budapest, Hungary / London, UK)

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 09:28:47 -0800

"A good logo should have a good concept, interesting and suited to the project. My logos can take anything from two to 20 days to design. I spend a lot of time on coming up with the concept and sketching out ideas."