More and more of us are buying organic products today, paying a little extra not just for what goes into them, but also – maybe more importantly – for what is left out. The Potager Soap Co. emphasizes this less-is-more approach with the packaging for its organic, handmade offerings, which avoids flashy printing and finishing […]
December 2024
rewrite this title Creative French Fold – Exquisite ‘Paper Dolls’ Art Book
As much as I love a good art book, I don’t often get my hands on any that feel like art objects in their own right. “Paper Dolls” is that rare exception. It uses strategically placed die cuts, embossing, foil, and extended gamut stochastic printing to illustrate a poem about humanity’s two deepest questions: “Who […]
rewrite this title Playful Bnavan Fresh Food Packaging
When was the last time packaging made you smile or laugh out loud? If you can’t remember then chances are you’ve never visited “Bnavan,” a fictional town dreamt up as part of an all-purpose brand identity for farm-fresh, healthy food in Armenia. From eggs to olive oil, Bnavan’s packaging unleashes cartoonish, 2-color farmyard animals engaging […]
rewrite this title United States Capitol Building Foiled & Embossed Print
Over the years studies have shown that the more tactile the experience, the more an audience becomes connected to the brand they encounter. This “One Country, One Constitution…” print – designed, foiled and embossed by Baugh Graphic Finishing House – is a poignant example. UV Printed (CMYK + Brown) by Printing Partners on 90 lb.Crane’s Lettra […]
rewrite this title ‘Young Guns’ Award Book With Concrete Covers
You can find design inspiration almost anywhere. And as it turns out in the case of this book of Art Directors Club ‘Young Guns’ Award winners, inspiration can even be as close as your nearest Home Depot. Designed by Dress Code and produced by our friends at Bolger, this 188-page (plus cover) book underscores its […]
rewrite this title Giant Run-DMC Adidas 50th Anniversary Box
When rap-music trailblazers Run-DMC released their anthem “My Adidas” back in 1986, they soon signed what many consider to be the first endorsement deal between a musical act and an athletic company: their promotion of the Superstar shoe from Adidas. The trio also created an iconic look for themselves and their fans: the Black and […]
rewrite this title Celebrity-Packed Interactive Cocktail Menu
Here’s my recipe for the perfect print cocktail. Start with one clear vision, add some eye-catching art, stir in an unexpected burst of interactivity, and garnish with just a pinch of out-and-out creative insanity. It’s a recipe that Rivington Bye and Boss Print (now PrintSmith) seem to have followed to the letter when crafting this […]
rewrite this title ‘British Pop Archive’ Invitation Suite
When organizers invited the best and brightest to the new British Pop Archive opening in May 2022, they had a clear message. They didn’t want their collection to be just another celebration of The Beatles or “Doctor Who.” Instead, the items showcased at the University of Manchester’s John Rylands Research Institute and Library focus on […]
rewrite this title Passport-Themed Campari Invitation Suite
From the trendiest café to the humblest bar, you’ll find friends throughout Italy getting together in the evening to discuss the day’s events over a “Campari Seltz” – a low-alcohol “aperitivo” comprised of 1 part Campari bitters and 3 parts soda water. When spirits company Campari Germany wanted to organize a trip to Milan – […]
rewrite this title Stunning ‘No One to Pass the Peas’ Cookbook from Mythology
The first 2 years of the COVID pandemic didn’t just put our collective health at risk, it made us feel alone. Many tried to cope with those feelings of isolation by turning to food and cooking – something advertising and branding agency Mythology celebrated in this beautiful hardcover coffee table book. Inside, Mythology staff reveal […]