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5 Graphic Designer Sites That Inspire Me

October 28, 2008 at 8:24 pm (Uncategorized)

1. Lawrence Azerrad – http://www.laddesign.net/

I actually saw Lawrence give a speech for the DMA last month, and I was in awe of his work. He created the famous Red Hot Chili Peppers album cover for “Californication.” What I like about his work is that it has his own style but still communicates the message the client wants to get across. It almost has an “urban surfer dude” look to it, but still refined.

2. Neville Brody – http://www.researchstudios.com/home/006-neville-brody/NEVILLE_home.php#

What I love about Neville’s work is that it looks like you would see it in an art museum. Not all of the pieces, obviously. So many of them I would hang on my wall. If I were to even try to come up with the work he’s done, it would look haphazard. There’s a lot going on, but it’s arranged so well that it doesn’t look chaotic.

3. David Carson – http://www.davidcarsondesign.com/

David’s work is incredible. So timeless yet retro at the same time. This is the work I aspire to make some day. I really like how straight forward and professional it all looks. It’s very obvious how experienced he is. To me, his work says “I’m a kick-@$$ graphic designer, and I know it.”

4. Milton Glaser – http://www.miltonglaser.com

If you don’t know Milton Glaser, you’ve been living in a cave. He created the I (heart) NY logo. He was so creativly talented, it’s ridiculous. He did case studies, identity projects, dimensional work, illustration… etc. Kinda makes you wonder “could I ever do this?”

5. Paul Rand – http://www.paul-rand.com

Paul Rand reminds me of Milton Glaser. He’s been in the advertising business and did it old school (meaning he was an actual artist). He was a talented and was best known for his corporate logo designs. Although I do find them more cartoon-like, they still stand out decades after they were designed.