Ian O’Phelan

Ian O’Phelan creates breathtaking patterns, meshing realism with hints of whimsy and humor. From textiles to gallery shows, logos to websites, he creates designs in a unique style indicative a vibrant inner life. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati, where he pursued a Frankenstein curriculum of fine art and graphic design classes.

O’Phelan’s clients include: Truth, Friends of Oliver, Frontiers Magazine, Jardins en Fleur, John Douglas Designs, KAISERIN, LA Record, Michael B. Pressman Productions Inc., Monterey Concessions, Pisszine, Russian Esquire, Digital Arts, Belle Chasse Home, West Third Brand, Spank Magazine, CLIIT.ORG, Further Products, Rings On Our Fingers, Riot Bear Recording Co.

July 26, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Catalina Estrada

Catalina Estrada’s otherworldly designs are nothing short of captivating. Color, shape and Latin-American folklore are paramount interests for this notable Colombian-born, Barcelona-based artist. By injecting a dose of European sophistication into folk-influenced themes, she’s created an elegant yet whimsical style filled with nature and enchanting characters, all bursting with color. Her lush and lively layouts have earned her a bevy of fans and a legion of clients, as her work touches the world with a wide scope.

Her designs with thousands of colors and chromatic technique link Catalina’s name to clients such as Paul Smith, Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Camper, Nike, Levis, Smart / Mercedes Benz, Paulo Coelho, Unicef, the municipalities of Barcelona and London, and the Government of India, among others. Her products have captivated Europe and the entire world through a distinctive style present in numerous collections in various formats, including wall paper, bed linen, cushions, handbags and travel goods, umbrellas, school products, and many others.

July 24, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Jenny Hart

Jenny Hart first tried embroidery in the summer of 2000 as a means to deal with stress and anxiety and quickly became known for her stitched portraits of the famous and infamous. She founded Sublime Stitching in 2001 with a new model for embroidery design and resources. Hart has since become an internationally recognized artist and designer and has authored eight award-winning titles on embroidery for Chronicle Books.

Her works have appeared in numerous books and magazines including Vogue, Rolling Stone, BUST, Nylon, Juxtapoz, The New York Times Magazine and others. Hart’s work is in multiple public and private collections of note, including the estate of Elizabeth Taylor. In 2012, her embroidery will be included in a 40-year retrospective group show at the Smithsonian American Art Museum Renwick Gallery.

July 20, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Von Glitschka

Von Glitschka (AKA: Vonster) is owner and sole creative of four books and an adjunct teacher for the local college visual communications program.

Partial Client List: Adobe, All State Insurance, Dell Computers, Disney, General Motors, HGTV, IBM, Microsoft, Nike, St. Martins Press, MLB & NBA Licensing, Proctor & Gamble, Tyson Foods, US Marine Corp, G2, JWT, leopold Ketel, Landor Associates, LPK, Ogilvy & Mather, XTheBrandAgency

June 13, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Nate Williams

Nate Williams is a designer who specializes in silkscreen illustration, hand lettering and art licensing. He values creativity, curiosity, inspiration, play and discovery. Working with wide variety of clients, his hand drawn lettering and illustration has touched a diverse spectrum of audiences throughout the globe. While presenting work as both himself and Alexander Blue, Nate also runs Illustration Mundo and Letter Playground, two popular illustration community portals. The award winning illustrator also works with the charity organization, Art With Heart and has contributed to the Truth Anti-Tobacco campaign.

Partial Client List: Coca Cola, Urban Outfitters, Converse Shoes, Cartoon Network, Dell Computers, The North Face, Harper Collins, Penguin Group, United Airlines, Microsoft, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Wired Magazine, Nick Jr., BETC PARIS, Draft FCB Toronto, Landor Associates, Leo Burnett, TBWA Chiat Day

April 24, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik

Helen Dardik

Helen Dardik grew up around the world, creating art all along the way. The talented illustrator and designer now calls Canada her home where she lives with her three little girls. Her exuberant and vibrant work is praised throughout the industry for it’s combination of retro whimsy and modern panache and pattern. Her designs have shown up in a multitude of mediums from patterns, editorial illustrations, book covers & illustration, cards, products and even temporary tattoos. Her client list is already impressive and is constantly expanding. Stay up to date with her projects on her blog Orange You Lucky.

April 21, 2012 | By: Shayna Kulik