The creative work flowing from Beci Orpin’s Melbourne studio is incredible. Just click on Orpin’s site and you’ll understand that her world of graphic design is more magical than most. A menagerie of colorful mushrooms and fantasy-inspired silhouettes march across the screen with unabashed purpose, preparing the user for a unique mix of commercially friendly, widely applicable artwork. While many are familiar with Orpin through her women’s clothing line, Princess Tina, she has recently closed the doors on this decade long endeavor in an effort to focus on other creative pursuits. Check out our Q+A for a glimpse at Orpin’s creative process in addition to where you can find her creations in the coming season.
Gerard Gang
Pattern Pulp has had the pleasure of collaborating with Gerard Gang and the team at Lukasiewicz Design for the past three years. Gang’s creative vision and design aesthetic is as experimental as it is polished. Combining inspirational patterns and varied printing techniques, Gang has excelled at creating innovative packaging solutions for his fragrance and cosmetic clients for over twenty five years. When designing seasonal updates for mega brands, there’s a lot on the line and Gang hones in on relevant trends, commercializing them with true sophistication. Check out our Q+A for a glimpse into Gang’s creative process and how he stays ahead of the curve.
Karen Mainenti
Karen Mainenti has one of those jobs many of us crafty people dream about- she designs for Martha Stewart Living’s holiday department. Her delightfully patterned textiles and accessories have been instrumental in keeping the season fresh for over ten years, evading the tired clichés this particular season can be known for. In addition to today’s Q+A, we’re delighted to welcome Mainenti on-board as Pattern Pulp’s newest contributor. We’re excited to see what she comes up with as well as expand our content offerings. Check out today’s interview for insight into how a nontraditional path paired with talent and determination can lead to creative (and professional) success.
Valeria Pesqueira
A brand that makes you smile. In 2001, Argentine designer, Valeria Pesqueira, founded her fashion label, PESQUEIRA, with that simple philosophy. She has certainly succeeded. Her innovative use of high-quality materials, bright, fresh colors and exclusive kawaii prints would make anyone happy. Pesqueira sells her classically modern clothing from her flagship store in Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires, in addition to distributing to worldwide retailers such as Bird in New York, Le Bon Marche in Paris, the MoMA Stores worldwide, as well as Nano Universe in Tokyo. Check out our Q&A for a bit of insight into Valeria’s world of pattern and inspiration.
Emil Kozak
Influenced by skateboarding culture, his homebase of Barcelona and a healthy dose of creative irony, Emil Kozak has become a leader of what’s relevant in today’s graphic market. Devising obscure references through words, objects and codes, Kozak has produced artwork for clients ranging from Vans, Element, and Burton, to Nike, Lab Skateboards and Uniqlo. “I hope that my work can remind us that imagination can defy gravity and bend time.” Kozak’s mantra is yet another example of trends in design bridging both space and time. Check out our Q+A for a glimpse into the world of this vector wunderkind.
Quick Links: Weekly Notables
1. Some great ideas if you haven’t found a unique 2010 calendar, via Grain Edit.
2. Amazing detail in Andrew Schoultz “Crisis,” via Slam X Hype.
3. Big fan of Cavern’s moody prints, via The Shiny Squirrel.
4. Clementine Henrion’s “helium” balloons that won’t deflate, via The Design Files.
5. Have a bold breakfast with Maria Dahlgreen’s breakfast tray, via Design Milk.
6. “It’s raining elephants,” via Boats and Apes Galore.
7. Irena Graewe’s amazing use of color, via Dear Ada.
8. Gorgeous installations by Michael Lin, via The Jealous Sculptor.
9. Cal Lane’s intricate metal lace designs, via My Love for You.
10. Alyson Fox’s great new dish ware, via Design*Sponge.
11. Love the vibrant geometric graphics by Christopher Bettig, via Kitsunoir.
12. Lucky Boy Sunday shows children how patterns are done, via Frizzi Frizzi.
Compiled by: Emily Gup