Something For Art

Check out Print and Pattern!!! This site is about all things with prints and patterns. If you too have an obsession with prints, then visiting this inspiring blog is a must, but be warned, it will be addictive…

(Image from Butterfly Blue)

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I enjoy ads, all sorts–print and non-print, so I’m really happy to have found Ads of the World, “an advertising archive and community showcasing the best and most interesting work worldwide”. Here you will find abundant resources for a lesson on advertising.
Btw, do u know that the Thais have very humorous ads? This is one [...]

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“startdrawing.org is a web resource portal for Asia’s artists and drawings. This site was started with the aim of showcasing and sharing drawings from talented artists in Asia, and in the process, promote the joys of drawing.”
Finally an Asian drawing site! Take a look at what our Asian talents can offer, I’m sure you [...]

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“The majority of the world’s designers focus all their efforts on developing products and services exclusively for the richest 10% of the world’s customers. Nothing less than a revolution in design is needed to reach the other 90%.” ~ Dr Paul Polak, International Development Enterprises (from website)
Saw this at a fren’s blog, a very good [...]

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Slideshow: Solving the enigmas of everyday design…take a look…You may have new discoveries (via Core77)
A related article from Design Observer: On the Squareness of Milk Containers

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An interesting idea here, WWF’s billboard makes use of the movement of the sun to cast shadows on the board, it aims to convey the message of the rising ocean levels due to global warming. (via trendhunter)

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TED has several very inspiring talks, here’s one that I’ve enjoyed: “Showing a series of inspiring, unusual and playful products, British branding and design guru Paul Bennett explains that design doesn’t have to be about grand gestures, but can solve small, universal and overlooked problems.” (from TED)

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Design guru Stefan Sagmeister shares how design makes him happy. His pet question “Can design touch someone’s heart?” has provoked many to rethink the roles of design and designers. Do check out his very inspiring article How Good is Good? too!

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A nice little video on typography!

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1000 words of advice for design teachers by Allan Chochinov of Core77
I will surely follow this:
“Place insane demands. Then double them.”
If you ask students for 2 models, they’ll bring in 2 models. If you ask for 6 models, you’ll get 6 [...]

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IllustrationClass: A fantastic site loaded with tutorials on illustration. Each tutorial contains sample images and templates, notes and links to helpful resources. I like their little creative exercises and tutorials which focus on varied design concepts and principles.

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Visit Virtual Shoe Museum! View an incredible collection of designer shoes of different materials, types, styles and uses.

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“Climate-related disasters are increasing. Designers like you can help change this.” (from website)
Design Can Change, this is an excellent site providing comprehensive information on how designers by adopting sustainable design practices and creating responsible design can collectively heighten environmental awareness. (via Core77)

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A manifesto by Allan Chochinov (Core77), entitled 1000 Words: A Manifesto for Sustainability in Design. Worth a close read, highlights some of the essential considerations for a designer with environmental consciousness. Share this with your students! Just exactly 1000 words to read.

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