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  1. A person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of art and design.
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October 12th, 2009

Lola Marc Jacobs

I went on a mission over the weekend to find a new perfume. I have used the same one for some time now and the bottle is nearing empty.
I searched high and low in my quest to find the ultimate perfume, before I stumbled across the most creative perfume bottle and lid I have ever [...]

Filed under: Advertising, Branding, Business, Events, Uncategorized, packaging | Comment (1)
September 11th, 2009

Penguin Classics

I have long been a fan of the Penguin Classics range. The beautiful orange and black that look so neat and professional on your bookcase. Not to mention that they are must reads from all periods in time. Well, recently while browsing in a bookstore I saw that the Penguin Classic collection has been given [...]

Filed under: Design Resources, Illustration, Materials in design, Uncategorized, typography | Comment (0)
September 3rd, 2009

Green Roofs

 
 
Having attended the always inspiring Pecha Kucha night at the Brisbane Powerhouse, I was intrigued by landscape architect, Sidonie Carpenter’s introduction to the concept of ‘green roofs.’  As the presentation time was limited, I was compelled to research the topic further and this is what I discovered…
Green roofs are a phenomenon that has taken off in [...]

Filed under: Trends | Comments (2)
June 30th, 2009

Wanderlust 333

The Wanderlust 333 Exhibition has started and is on for 33 days. The exhibition showcases the work of 33 new  artists/designers/illustrators from around the world. Best of all you can own your favourite piece for as little as $6.20AU (3GBP) for the smallest size.

Filed under: Displays/ Exhibits, Uncategorized | Comment (0)

Number 5: USB air darts
You can aim this cute set of three darts with your mouse and fire them off by clicking. The easy way to settle an office dispute.

Number 4: USB Fridge
Always wanted to keep your beverage chilled so you can stay at your computer longer? This little fridge takes 5 minutes to get [...]

Filed under: Technology | Comment (1)

Back in town on the 27 March, Pecha Kucha is an evening of short, interesting and inspiring presentations from a cross-section of Brisbane’s design industry. Each speaker shows 20 slides at 20 seconds each slide. Its a chance for designers to jump on their soapbox and present their designs, thoughts and ideas.
For more details on [...]

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The new issue of Blanket magazine has just been posted. Click here to visit the site and download the magazine.
Yours in design, Janet-eratops

Filed under: Branding, Illustration, Materials in design, Photography | Comment (0)