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Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio“Identity project for...

Sun, 10 Jun 2018 06:43:06 +0200

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

Brand Identity for Sorry Mom Tattoo Studio

“Identity project for Sorry Mom, a tattoo studio based in Braunschweig, Germany. At Sorry Mom you can expect a tattoo studio of a new kind. Arriving at this family-owned tattoo shop one is greeted by rustic wooden floors, high ceilings and an equally high standard of creativity and craft.”

WE ARE BÜRO BÜRO is an art, illustration and graphic design collective based in Hamburg and Braunschweig (Germany), run by Julian »BITER« Faudt and Stefan »STUKA« Mückner.

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5 Tips That Will Help You Improve Your Print-on-Demand T-Shirt...

Tue, 22 May 2018 22:59:01 +0200

5 Tips That Will Help You Improve Your Print-on-Demand T-Shirt Designs

Running a print-on-demand t-shirt business is much harder than it looks.

It seems like everyone is selling t-shirts nowadays. The market is extremely crowded and extremely competitive. You need to really stand out if you want to make sales. But how can you do that?

These 5 tips will help you improve your t-shirt designs…

#1 Think like an entrepreneur

You probably decided to start your print-on-demand t-shirt business because you are an artistic person.

However, if you want your t-shirts to sell well, and your business to be profitable, you need to stop thinking like an artist and start thinking like an entrepreneur. What’s the difference?

An artist thinks “What can I create?”. An entrepreneur thinks “What do my customers want?”. This difference in mindset can make or break your business.

Remember, you are not creating t-shirts for yourself, you are creating them for your customers!

#2 Know who your customers are.

A common mistake that business newbies make is trying to sell a generic product to a broad audience. This doesn’t work at all. When you are trying to appeal to everyone, you end up appealing to no one.

So forget inclusivity. You need to pick a very specific group of people as your customers. What is their gender? What is their age? What are their interests? What are their hobbies? Where do they hang out? You need to know all these things if you want to make t-shirts that really resonate with people and sell well.

#3 Work hard on the t-shirt concepts

You need to be willing to work hard if you want to build a profitable print-on-demand t-shirt business. It might be tempting to just sketch something, print it on a t-shirt, and then put it on your website… But this is what everyone else is doing. It’s not going to help you to stand out. So start taking your creative process seriously.

First, brainstorm as many t-shirt concepts as you can. Don’t overthink it and don’t try to censor yourself. Just get all your ideas on paper.

Then, pick the ones that you think your customers would like the most, and sketch them out. Again, don’t overthink it, just get the first drafts out. Once that’s done, put everything aside and sleep on it.

Finally, go back to your t-shirt concepts with fresh eyes, and try to refine them. Can you improve the concept? Should you add something or remove something? Do you like the colours? Really push yourself to create the best design you possibly can.

#4 Go to your customers and get feedback

Everyone thinks that they know what their customers want… Until they actually talk those customers.

So stop guessing. Go where your customers are and show them your t-shirt concepts. Ask them what they think. Do they like them? Do they hate them? Do they just find them “meh”? Why? Show your work to people, then let them speak, and listen to what they have to say. A single conversation with a potential customer can teach you more than days, weeks, or even months of deliberating by yourself.

Keep in mind that for this to be valuable, you have to talk with people in your target audience, not just friends and family!

#5 Make sure you choose the right print-on-demand service.

Once you have defined your target audience, came up with great t-shirt concepts, and refined them based on the feedback you got from your customers, it’s time to actually set up the whole print-on-demand operation.

It might be tempting to rush this part, but you really shouldn’t, because going with the wrong print-on-demand service might lead to poor quality t-shirts that will cripple your business.

There are tons of options out there, but if you want quality print on demand shirts, I recommend you to go with reputable companies like https://printify.com/make-your-own-shirt/.

Alternatively, you can take a look at your local print-on-demand services, and see if there are any that provide good quality t-shirts for reasonable prices.

Conclusion

Do you think that building a print-on-demand t-shirt business is easy? You are in for a big disappointment, then. The reality is that it is just like any other business. You need to put in the blood, sweat, and tears if you want to get it off the ground.

So stop messing around. Work hard on your t-shirt concepts and listen to your customers. Think like an entrepreneur.

The market might be crowded, but it’s full of people who aren’t serious. They simply aren’t willing to work hard. That’s a path that leads to nowhere.

So don’t be like them. Get serious about your business. Put in the work and be patient. It will all pay off eventually!

Geometric Publica Superfamily of 54 Fonts – only $17!If...

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 09:48:43 +0200

Geometric Publica Superfamily of 54 Fonts – only $17!

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Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha...

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 06:07:30 +0200

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

Brand identity for Bizuz Vintage Clothing by Masha Korienko

“Fashion label specialised on hand picked eclectic vintage for hip and forward thinking individuals, who like to stand out or feel that they have that one special item which helps them to be different and to develop a unique style. This, for example, by a very exceptional item or accessory that can not be purchased on the mass market. All you need is your sense of fashion to combine the pieces with style. Our brand is primarily for people with creative backgrounds, professions, hobbies — but not exclusively. Become part of the »Bizuz« movement and join the gang of inspiring people.”

Masha Kornienko is a communication designer with a bachelor of arts from the Constance University of Applied Sciences, originally from Moscow. She has a passion for graphic design, editorial, typography, loves to create visual identities and web-design. Masha strongly believes that a graphic design is not just about beautiful pictures but about building strong concepts, taking care of functionality and creating surprising visuals.

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Lota Grotesque Family (Includes 219 Languages) - only $19!Lota...

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 00:44:53 +0200

Lota Grotesque Family (Includes 219 Languages) - only $19!

Lota Grotesque Family (Includes 219 Languages) - only $19!

Lota Grotesque Family (Includes 219 Languages) - only $19!

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Lota Grotesque was designed by Daniel Hernández with the collaboration of Rodrigo Fuenzalida and Latinotype Team in digital editing. The family comes in 7 weights with matching italics and includes alternative versions that provide high versatility and functionality. The whole font family is composed of 4 subfamilies that share exactly the same number of characters and styles, but with differences in programming and default characters.

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Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha“Visual identity for...

Sun, 22 Apr 2018 08:11:42 +0200

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

Brand Identity for Flygrl by Felipe Rocha

“Visual identity for Flygrl, Melissa’s latest collection. Melissa is an iconic global footwear brand with origins tracing back to Sao Paolo, Brazil. Melissa has an international presence in more than 80 countries and more than 200 stores just in Brazil. We created a design system that is being translated into all kinds of applications, from Interior Design and website to bags and lollipops. Flygrl instantly became a hit in Brazil and it was the first time that I got my work drawn by someone at the beach.”

Felipe Rocha is a Brazilian graphic designer and art director based in New York City. His practice crosses different disciplines, from design systems at a global scale to website design and magazine covers. He believes good design can be done in every field, whether it’s culture, arts, technology, commerce or politics. He’s particularly interested in opportunities where he can use design as a tool to talk about things he cares about, such as diversity, immigration, gender and lgbt rights.

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Brand Identity for Nolley by NSSG“NOLLEY.CO is a freelance web...

Sat, 14 Apr 2018 08:27:45 +0200

Brand Identity for Nolley by NSSG

Brand Identity for Nolley by NSSG

Brand Identity for Nolley by NSSG

Brand Identity for Nolley by NSSG

Brand Identity for Nolley by NSSG

“NOLLEY.CO is a freelance web designer based in Tokyo. We designed his logo and business card.”

NSSG is a multidisciplinary design studio based in Tokyo. With expertise in branding, art direction and interactive design, they offer client services in a wide range of fields from music, fashion, art, publishing & architecture to education, medical service & space.

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Brand Identity for Neni Studio by Tung“With diverse backgrounds...

Sun, 08 Apr 2018 01:21:13 +0200

Brand Identity for Neni Studio by Tung

Brand Identity for Neni Studio by Tung

Brand Identity for Neni Studio by Tung

Brand Identity for Neni Studio by Tung

Brand Identity for Neni Studio by Tung

“With diverse backgrounds in art direction, interior design, photography and film production informing their practice, the studio was looking to update and elevate its visual identity to resonate with its design-minded clientele. Reducing the studio’s name into a modular set of stackable and reconfigurable letters (NENI), we developed a clean and distinctive identity system that echoes Neni’s contemporary, multidisciplinary approach to content development and storytelling.”

Tung is a Toronto-based studio specializing in graphic design and art direction within the fields of art, culture and commerce. Founded in 2014 by Emily Tu and Edmond Ng, their practice developed out of a shared desire to create honest, intelligent and beautifully crafted work. They take a grounded and considered approach to design. Their process is decidedly personal – they collaborate with their clients to create thoughtful and compelling responses that reflect their needs and values.

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Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio“Hungry Beast is...

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 09:56:57 +0200

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

Brand Identity for Hungry Beast by Savvy Studio

“Hungry Beast is originating from the need to create a café and a place where health meets casual. Through the visual elements and materiality of the space, we were able to create an atmosphere that felt authentic and honest. Quality and simple materials such as wood and clean lines were maintained in the small space to let the ingredients stand out. This idea is reflected in the choice of visual representations for the brand. Baldessari’s Connecting Dots and Gemini series were the main inspiration for the branding element. Through stripping back packaging elements to their core with a simple abstract detail of color reminiscent of Balderassi’s Gemini series.”

Savvy Studio is a Branding & Architecture design practice based in New York and México. Savvy’s expertise involves working around the globe on different ventures including boutique hotels, restaurants, retail spaces, art galleries and museums.

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Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT“UKIYO is a London based Matcha...

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 05:54:14 +0200

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

Brand Identity for UKIYO by IWANT

“UKIYO is a London based Matcha tea brand launched in 2018. We noticed that most Matcha brands felt very uniform, similar health food shop style packaging talking to the same people. However Matcha sales have been rising rapidly and attracting a new consumer group. We designed UKIYO to appeal to the health conscious visually savvy.”

IWANT is creative branding & communcations agency based in East London. They specialise in creating brands, art direction, packaging, environments, digital, illustration and image making. Whether working with a national institution, global brand or a start-up they employ the same principles and ethos of functional beautiful design, bursting with personality that engages and excites, achieved through conceptual thinking, discourse and hard work.

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Selection of Illustrations by Marylou FaureOriginally from...

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 08:14:56 +0200

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Selection of Illustrations by Marylou Faure

Originally from France, Marylou completed her Masters in Art Direction and Graphic Design at L’ESAG Peninghen in Paris before moving to London in 2012.
She has since collaborated with global brands and agencies, providing illustration for a broad range of digital and print projects. Specialising in character design, bold colours and hand-written typography, Marylou aspires to create artwork that invokes joy with her cheeky and playful style. Above all, Marylou believes in using her skills for good and enjoys working on projects for a strong social or ethical cause.

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Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins“Every aspect of the...

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 23:24:42 +0200

Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins

Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins

Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins

Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins

Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins

Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins

Brand Identity for Aldo by Collins

“Every aspect of the experience now works to build the trust and enthusiasm consumers have for Aldo products. By introducing a new design system and fine-tuning key elements (like carefully re-crafting their famous logotype) we established a strong foundation that guided us through the development of every part of the brand experience — from packaging, in-store signage and digital displays to their digital advertising, web and mobile expressions.”

Collins is an independent, brand experience design company. They design products, environments and communications that transform brands, drive business and improve people’s lives. They do it by putting imagination at the center of everything they do. To craft bold, unforgettable worlds.To weave the pragmatic with the poetic.To break with the mundane and pursue the extraordinary.

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Brand Identity for Tom Mark Henry by Christopher Doyle &...

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 20:02:28 +0200

Brand Identity for Tom Mark Henry by Christopher Doyle & Co.

Brand Identity for Tom Mark Henry by Christopher Doyle & Co.

Brand Identity for Tom Mark Henry by Christopher Doyle & Co.

Brand Identity for Tom Mark Henry by Christopher Doyle & Co.

Brand Identity for Tom Mark Henry by Christopher Doyle & Co.

Brand Identity for Tom Mark Henry by Christopher Doyle & Co.

“We were engaged by the team to redesign their identity to better reflect the high calibre work they produce and the services they offer. The new identity focuses on a typography system that not only complements the large collection of project imagery but also defines a suite of internal documents and acts as the foundation for an entirely new visual system. A bold, extended logotype establishes a grid which underpins every touchpoint of the brand with a type system that features a bold and elegant selection of grotesk and serif typefaces.”

Christopher Doyle & Co. is Christopher Doyle, Stephen Grace, Josie Young and Oliver Ryan. They are an independent and collaborative creative company based in Sydney, Australia. They specialise in brand identity including naming and verbal identity, creative direction, digital design and collaborate with writers, strategists, photographers and developers to work with a diverse range of companies and brands across multiple platforms.

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Lota Grotesque Family (Includes 219 Languages) - only $19!Lota...

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 08:58:19 +0100

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Packaging for Naked Senses by Maks Arbuzov & Pavel...

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 08:26:56 +0100

Packaging for Naked Senses by Maks Arbuzov & Pavel Gubin

Packaging for Naked Senses by Maks Arbuzov & Pavel Gubin

Packaging for Naked Senses by Maks Arbuzov & Pavel Gubin

Packaging for Naked Senses by Maks Arbuzov & Pavel Gubin

Packaging for Naked Senses by Maks Arbuzov & Pavel Gubin

Packaging for Naked Senses by Maks Arbuzov & Pavel Gubin

“When you can feel without any distraction around. It gives you the true image of the world. Where unnecessary details and decorations don’t exist. Where just one touch can convey more than million characters. Only at this moment your senses become naked. You see what you have to see. You hear what you have to hear. You feel what you have to feel. Just bare your senses.”

Maksim Arbuzov is a graphic designer and art director from Moscow, Russia. Born in 1981 in Siberian city Tomsk. He studied branding and graphic design at Central Saint Martins and British Higher School of Art & Design, and has worked as a freelancer since 2002.

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Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™“We developed an...

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 07:39:56 +0100

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

Packaging for Lofoten Seaweed by by north™

“We developed an identity system avoiding the usual Lofoten-clichés, choosing instead to focus on the health benefits and the exclusivity of the products, the environment where the seaweed is harvested by hand, and a touch of the humor and playfulness the two founders exhibit. In keeping with their environmental focus, we also made sure that all materials used have as little impact on nature as possible.”

by north™ is a design studio situated in Bodø, Norway, focusing on brand identity and packaging. Together with their clients they take a strategic approach to developing memorable, strong and coherent brands. They believe that good design equals good business.

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Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura“Sabah is an authentic food...

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 06:36:04 +0100

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura.

Brand Identity for Sabah by Futura

“Sabah is an authentic food shop located in Kuwait. Its menu goes from artisan donuts and pies, to specially selected products from all over the world.
Both the branding and the interiors design is inspired by a 70s aesthetic characterized by organic forms, which we can appreciate in the playful use of wooden panels to cover the walls; bright colors and earthy tones are seen in the furniture as well as in some of the brand supplies. This produces an interesting contrast, the place itself evoques freshness and accessibility to clients. The use geometric shapes combined with a minimalistic hints, creates a bold and unique brand.”

Futura was founded in 2008 by Vicky González and Iván García. The intersection of two different backgrounds and working methods gave them a unique way of approaching projects, finding balance between stiffness and rebellion. What they had in common was key to settle some rules, and the have been following them since day one.

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Packaging for Sonos by Socio Design and Hype Type“Working in...

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 02:15:49 +0100

Packaging for Sonos by Socio Design and Hype Type

Packaging for Sonos by Socio Design and Hype Type

Packaging for Sonos by Socio Design and Hype Type

Packaging for Sonos by Socio Design and Hype Type

Packaging for Sonos by Socio Design and Hype Type

Packaging for Sonos by Socio Design and Hype Type

“Working in collaboration with Hype Type, we were commissioned by Sonos to redesign the global packaging for their wireless sound system. We looked to rationalise the existing scheme, introducing a stripped-back approach to typography, photography and colour, with a simple black and white colour-coding system to reflect the product within.”

Socio Design are an experienced design and strategy agency based in London Bridge, South London. They help transform brands and businesses through carefully crafted design and rigorous strategic thinking. They apply meticulous detail, skill and craftsmanship to every stage of their design process, ensuring their work is both unique as well as aesthetically strong.

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100+ Superb Professional Display Fonts - only $27!Is your...

Sat, 17 Mar 2018 21:04:36 +0100

100+ Superb Professional Display Fonts - only $27!

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Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung“Flùr is a boutique flower shop,...

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 08:03:03 +0100

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

Brand Identity for Flùr by Tung

“Flùr is a boutique flower shop, specializing in lush, seasonal floral designs, and also carrying a curated selection of potted plants and high-end ceramics and planters. Inspired by the modern and textural quality of florist Chloë Fraser’s arrangements, we developed a simple yet elegant wordmark and visual identity, which incorporates clean typography and an abstract, petal pattern, appealing to a contemporary, design-savvy customer base. Special care was given to the production of all collateral materials, which were letterpress printed on beautifully tactile stock.”

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