30 Conversations on Design

A fellow Visual Culturist pointed this out to us the other day. This project conceived by Joe Cecere brings together an esteemed list of 30 creatives that include Massimo Vignelli, Ellen Lupton, and Paula Scher. The conversations are focused in that each contributor is asked the same two questions, but their thoughts are inspiring and diverse and well worth viewing. To view the entire 30 creatives go here.

Japanese Barcodes

A while back we posted a solid exploration of barcodes. Here are a few more from d-barcode, a Japanese firm who specializes in designing unique barcodes. Enjoy

Michael Bierut: 5 Secrets from 86 Notebooks

Renowned graphic designer Michael Bierut claims that he’s not creative. Instead, he likens his job to that of a doctor who tends to patients – “the sicker, the better.”

In his speech during the 99% conference he walks you through 86 notebooks that he has kept over his esteemed career. Within these notebooks he highlights 5 secrets he has learned over the years.


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FEDEX CLUTCH BAG

Philly-based graphic designer Lizania Cruz is creating really interesting work like this concept clutch bag made out of a FedEx Tyvek envelopes. See below to view her lasercut invitations and book bag/canvass bag:

An invitation to Anthropologie’s Spring 2009 press preview. The type was laser cut and folded up for a unique 3-dimentional effect referencing growth and rejuvenation.

Concept and pattern design of this promotional canvas bag, sent to Anthropologie’s top customers as a Holiday gift and thank you.

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