Australian Fabric Designer – John Rodriquez
2021-08-28
John Rodriquez became well known for his textile designs in the early 1950’s. He introduced a unique Australian Style. Read More →
Frida Kahlo (1907 – 1954) – Symbolism and Metaphor
2021-06-23
Frida Kahlo was a Mexican artist that lived most of her life and physical pain, yet she continued to paint until her death, her artwork records her suffering and experiences as a woman. She was born to a Mexican mother and a German father.Read More →
William Morris – Beauty of Practicality
2021-06-05
Morris believed his responsibility was “to revive a sense of beauty in home life, to restore the dignity of art to household decoration.Read More →
Jules Cheret (1836 – 1932) – The Father of Modern Poster Art
2021-06-01
Jules Cheret was a French painter and lithographer who became a master of Belle Époque poster art. He has been called the father of the modern poster.Read More →
What is a Monogram?
2021-02-05
A monogram is a single symbol made up of one or more letters. Every aspect of an individual’s taste and fancy can be accommodated with a monogram. Monograms differ significantly, and there are of a great variety of design. There are so many different types and combinations of the same letters that no two persons with the same initials need to have the same monogram. Read More →
Do People Still Love Helvetica?
2020-10-13
Do people still use Helvetica ? Today, we will see what designers say about the notorious font. Are you curious to find out how many hate it and how many love it? So am I. Let’s find out! Approximately 1000 years ago, the Chineseman Bi Sheng invented the mobile letter.Read More →
The best of the typographic posters by Robin Weissenborn
2020-09-26
These posters by Robin Weissenborn are not new, they were designed in 2015 and awarded in an international poster competition. The graphic designer, who was studying at the prestigious Bauhaus university at the time, designed a series of posters using experimental typography and cool distorted perspectives.
51 Garden Statues To Add An Artistic Touch To Your Outdoor Decor
2019-01-02
Think of them as art for your garden. Garden statues are the perfect accessory toRead More →
HOUSE A – concrete, wood, whitewashed recycled brick
2018-05-03
“Minimal land, minimal house, minimal life” Words from Whispering Smith Architecture. What a wonderful combination of concrete, wood, whitewashed recycled brick and much more. Just stunning.
Helvetica Is Now An Encryption Device
2018-04-09
Let’s say you’re an operative with the CIA. Your agents are filing intelligence briefs toRead More →