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This beautiful art object would look good in any museum. It comes complete with it’s little acrylic stand. Play with this fantastic puzzle which doubles as an amazing art object. This is a new work designed for the Aura Collection by the graphic designer Aoi Huber. It is made of 20 pieces of layered acrylic.
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I have been seeing quite a few beautiful patterns around lately on all sorts of objects, linens, and artwork. I always admire a good pattern.

one : Dress Up Dogs - tan fabric ($9.50/half yard)
two : cushion - lilly pilly petal (AU $49.95)
three : palm beach dinner plate ($10)
four : Tripp Cabin Upright ($350)
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I am quite sure I have seen Allyson Melberg’s soft sculptures at some point, but I have only recently seen her eye-catching illustrations, found on her flickr photostream. I love the simple neutral colors and the poses of her figures.
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psd2css online converts your fantastic, creative, artistic, no holds barred web page designs into strict XHTML compliant CSS web pages automatically. Use Photoshop or The Gimp to express yourself and create the most professional, aesthetically perfect and functional designs you can think of, then upload your .psd designs, download your .html file and images. It’s [...]

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Accommodating the Color Blind Online
Web sites with good balance and color schemes have the usability and appearance. Similarities in hues and brightness harmonize colors and create attractive color schemes. However, they’re not “user-friendly” for the visually impaired. Nearly one in 12 visitors to your site will have some form of color-blindness. Most commonly, [...]

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The open source model has, over the last 20 years, proven that collaborative development is one of the best ways to incorporate the newest ideas and latest concepts into design.
In fact, the open source model, which began with programmers, has been so successful that it is currently being applied in government, media, education and private [...]

I love the illustrations of Linn Olofsdotter (Sweden). I am completely drawn in by the delicate line and pretty shading and odd subject matter. Lovely.
When I see sites like this I’m always aching to pull out my own watercolours, ink, brushes and pencils. A career in illustration has always appealed to me ~ I long [...]

During the pillaging of the East Hampton beachhouse, I was able to get a MASSIVE wood frame that was going to end up in the dumpster.  I took the graphics that I made of my favorite rocker, Pete Doherty (Babyshambles, the Libertines, Kate Moss’ ex-boyfriend), and made a ginormous museum-quality poster out of it.  It’s [...]

CINE MEXICANO MOVIE POSTER ART NEW GRAPHIC DESIGN BOOK
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Modern Abstract oil painting in canvas
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Red for go, originally uploaded by Miss Aniela.

Spin cycle, originally uploaded by Miss Aniela.

The chick knows how to “self-portrait” like a pro!

“UKRAINE” Ukrainian Slavic Photo Photography Book Art
US $29.72
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Just two weeks until the release of the much anticipated Eames stamps the United States Postal Service announced back in January. The commemorative stamps, which feature iconic Eames designs, will be available starting June 17th in honor of the 101st birthday of Charles Eames. The pane layout of the 16 stamps is beautiful- perfect for [...]

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The Social Bookmarking and Voting Site Graphic Design Links has had a complete makeover. With a new logo and colour scheme the site has been bought up to date running the latest Pligg release.

Sign up for a free account today so you can add your interesting Design related links and vote on the others people [...]

Lauren at Creative Curio has set out 6 questions on being a graphic designer and asked other designers to answer them as she has to give people a little insight into the ups and downs of the graphic design industry.
I decided to take some time out and answer them here.
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I love this do it yourself packaging by Skinny Skinny. Each one looks a little bit different and the colors are bright and fresh. And the fact that the soaps come in a box that looks like a book is really fun.
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I was recently at a conference and one of the paper suppliers had a sample book of which the cover had an embossed wood texture. I was excited to see this same technique used on this invitation for Stanford Lively Arts Season Opening Night Invitation by Chen Design Associates in San Francisco.
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I came across this beautiful Sake packaging by Micheal Osborn Design. I love the color palette and I really want to drink one!
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FOOD DESIGN PRESENTATION PACKAGING PRODUCT NEW HB BOOK
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The Gap has recently released these special edition t-shirts designed exclusively by artists from the Whitney Biennial. There are really cute ones at the store as well that aren’t on-line.
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The GAP Blue Logo Bling Baby Tee [...]

I reader recently submitted this beautiful beauty line packaging design by I wanted to by Minneapolis based Duffy & Partners. The brand is the newest collection from Thymes and is called Coco Monoi. I don’t usually like gradients but in this packaging combination the fade from green to peach really works.
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Here are some of the exhibitors for next weekends Bklyn Designs. Bklyn is an exhibit held in Brooklyn New York featuring local furniture and homeware talend. I can’t wait to go! Shown here Wilde’s Sun Plate by bongenre, Lamps by Charlie Christian Brokate, Necklace by Gabriela De La Vega.
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I came across this product line called Daub and Bauble. They use all of these funky patterns and designs on their fragrance and beauty packaging. I especially like the second one. These would make great house warming gifts.
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I was at the Jazz Festival in New Orleans last weekend and came across this really cute print shop called Yee-Haw Industries in the craft area. They make some great typographic print posters and these awesome journals.
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Terry Richardson has shot and directed Belvedere Vodka’s latest ad campaign. Terry Richardson is a well know photographer who has shot provocative images of an impressive list of people including; Daniel Day Lewis, Faye Dunaway, Leonardo DiCaprio, Vincent Gallo, Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Sharon Stone, Mickey Rourke, Jay Z, Johnny Knoxville, Chloe Sevigny, and [...]

In honor of earth day I have been looking around for eco friendly packaging. I came upon this packaging for Sennheiser CX 300 ear phones. The packaging is made from cardboard and is 100% recyclable - no nasty plastic clam shell to clog up land fills.
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And here’s one by me that I made on Polyvore.com:

COLLIDOSCOPE NIGEL COATES NEW INTERIOR DESIGN HB BOOK
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This is going to sound morbid or obtuse, but I can succinctly sense that I am on the threshold of somehow leaving youth behind. You know, that number that solidifies your mid-life. I think for me, it was turning 42. It isn’t sad or scary. It’s simply true. I’m 42 [...]

Until I can get enough time together to make some Photoshop Brushes that contain all of the mid-century masters’ classic pieces, I decided to throw together some sleek, modern desktop wallpapers for anyone who would like them.
You can now have Eames, Saarinen, Knoll and Noguchi wallpapers to add to your collection and use on your [...]

This is the kind of thing that would make you gasp for breath, and eventually, melt your wallet (or life savings!). If you are a true fashionista or an art collector, this Ribbon Pouf by Maria Pergay is definitely a must-have. How could you possibly resist? It only comes in an edition of 12. [...]

Love these cheeky Fill-in-the-Blank cards from the talented folks at L|2 Design Collective available at their shop on supermarket.

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Notecards/Thank You Cards MUSIC THEMED - 20 pack
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When I’m looking to change up my desktop wallpaper, Veer is one of my first stops. New ones available right here:

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Dell Inspiron 531S Desktop Computer, w/ 19″ Monitor
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This video will explain color relationships for Interior Design.

Not only is IKEA infiltrating ICFF , now the furnishings giant will officially launch a collection of furniture for your Sims. When we dabbled in Sims2, our favorite part of the game was designing and furnishing homes for a digital family. The IKEA Home Stuff pack would have been a welcome addition to the available [...]

I made these 800×600 wallpapers back when the Iraq war had just started. I used my son’s little soldiers to make it and photoshopped the crap out of them. For anyone who is Anti-war and in need of a wallpaper … enjoy!

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