Refined the logo a bit more (removed “ZEN” from the banner). Been at it all day, square eyes, got to sleep on it (hopefully I’ll still like it in the morning!).
PS: Facebook page is now up, way premature, but hey that’s how I like to rock it! Visit: http://www.facebook.com/zengarage
The massive crowd sprawling out of the gallery onto Oxford St.
It took us almost an hour to get inside to have a look.
My name on the window outside.
Peeking in from the outside. Almost inside.
My piece (my Bike T) stood out a little as it was displayed up high (which made it easy to spot) and it was a T-Shirt and not a print. Apparently my plaque had $30 as the price for the “artwork”. Would have been cooler if they went for my suggestion of “gold coin donation!”.
One of many awesome pieces on show.
Christina came along to support me as I had a piece in “A Type Of Show” at kind of gallery on Oxford St. Darlinghurst. The opening was tonight and despite the rain it seemed like every creative in Sydney was there. In fact it was so packed that we couldn’t get in for an hour! Luckily we had friends outside.
When we did finally get in to have a look there just wasn’t enough space and air inside to really appreciate the amazing work on show. If you missed it (or even if you were there!) I’d highly recommend going back tomorrow to check it all out properly. I’m still in awe that Luca, who put the show together, invited me to contribute a piece. I’m chuffed!
Billy Blue College of Design has just launched it’s 4th issue of its annual journal, BBetween. Edition 4 is the ‘Australian design and innovation issue’ and I was invited to contribute a piece. For more info visit: http://bbetween.tumblr.com
A while back I stumbled upon Sneeze Magazine. $5, massive format. I didn’t hesitate to buy it now (despite the $13 shipping!). It came today, bit beaten up from the long trek from the USA but it’s awesome. When unfolded it’s huge and all the pages fall out to be massive posters. Visit: http://www.sneezemag.com
A Type Of Show is on next week. Today I dropped of my typographical piece to the gallery, guys weren’t in (I was there pretty early in the morning) so I dropped it off to their local cafe onRiley St. Robo Cog, damn rad cafe, wish it was around when I was living around the corner many years ago!
Contributing Australian artists and typographers — Timba Smits, Jim Parry, Atome, James Arboghast, Joel Birch, Tristan Ceddia, Andrew Van Der Westhuyzen, Merda, Dmote, Vince Frost, Benjamin Hennessy, Pudle, Morgan Veness, Marty Routledge, Gemma O’Brien, Jonathan Zawada, Wing Lau, Yosuke Ando, Luke Lucas, Jeremyville, Andy Uprock, Les Sharpe, Perso, Numskull, Ken Taylor, Justin Fox, Phibs, Luca Ionescu, Carby Tuckwell, Paul Nolan, Symple, Ron Garsuta, Toby & Pete, Bel Johnstone, Deanne Cheuk, Elizabeth Carruthers, Paul Astwood, Dboe, Will Lynes, Maud, Jay Ryves, Brooklyn Whelan, Bianca Chang, Emma Elizabeth, Moffitt.Moffitt & Paul McNeil.
I’m pretty excited about the show. More about the amazing names on the list, and the amazing work that’s going to be on display. I’m still feeling very un-worthy. Very very un-worthy! If you’re in Sydney, please come along on the night, it’s going to be awesome. I promise!
Like Minded Studio and kind of — gallery present A Type Of Show, with international artists Tony Dispigna and Alex Trochut.
With honorable Australian typographer Keith Morris.
Opening Wednesday 17th of August, 7pm — 9pm.
72 Oxford St, Darlinghurst, Sydney.
Whilst many people out there get the impression that I’m a good designer, personally I prefer the work of others. One such guy is Mike Stevens (I call him “Van” as that’s been his username on JDMST since the beginning).
A while back Christina and I got Van to design the VWGolf.net.au logo (which we’re very happy with) and since we’ve opened up JDMST to membership I wanted to give our supporters a special edition Supporting Member sticker for their rides.
Van got it done quick, and in my opinion nailed it first go. I love it! I’m sure our supporting members will love it too.
For more information on JDMST Membership, click here. To visit Mike Steven’s folio visit: http://localmike.com
Yes being naughty and ripping shit off again. Top logo symbol is inspired by the F1 logo, bottom one inspired by the McLaren F1 logo. Cheeky bugger huh? Which one do you like best?
PS: New site is up: http://toponeauto.com.au
& Yeah…
Couldn’t help myself! JDMST Brands T now available.
