FINDINGS The Young Companion magazine was the first colored variety magazine in Shanghai during the 1920s. The progressive and elegant magazine placed emphasis not only on its insightful articles but also on its great photography that documented the authentic China. I’m kind of diggin’ the art deco inspired logo. You can see some of the magazines in person at the Shanghai exhibit.
FINDINGS How do you get your kids to eat healthy? Brand it to look like junk food! Looking at these designs just makes me want to stuff my face with cheetos.
FINDINGS The Stanford Theatre is showing Funny Face starring Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire. The talented photographer, Richard Avedon designed the opening title sequence and consulted on the film. Parts of the film reminds me of the editorial work of magazine art director, Alexey Brodovitch. The Stanford Theatre also has a wonderful collection of original movie posters, a great source of typographical inspiration.
FINDINGS Came across this interesting article where Alissa Walker observes the female to male ratio of industrial designers. Also, check out Milton Glasers’ sad reasoning behind why women will never be rockstar designers.
FINDINGS Stomping Ground is a company that is reinventing the school photo.
FINDINGS Farmers in Inakadate, Japan, create artwork by using rice paddies as their canvas and living plants as their paint and brush.
FINDINGS Target has released these limited edition designer diapers. Do you guys think the diapers are an example of mindless conspicuous consumption? Check out this article by Rob Walker here.
FINDINGS The fabulous Poketo will be launching a line at Target on August 10th. I always love the partnerships Target builds with designers and artists.
FINDINGS Love Letter is a sweet project by Stephen Powers with the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program. For those of you in Philly, download the map and take a weekend to explore all the murals.
