The Hudson Made packaging made it into the top 10 articles of the week on The Dieline, check it out!
When Founderscard asked us to redesign the packaging for delivery of their membership card to new members we were thrilled-as an invitation-only benefits and networking community, they cater to entrepreneurs and innovators around the world, allowing us to rethink the packaging and develop something ‘outside of the box’, literally.
The final design included a customized tube, insert card, mailing label and custom-designed postage stamp. One new member already noted is as “a great example of a membership package done right: the design is impeccable.”
www.founderscard.com
Also featured on The Dieline http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2012/5/11/founderscard-membership-card-packaging.html
Hudson Made is an online retailer selling highly curated artisanal products from the Hudson Valley, North Country and Brooklyn. Small batches. Limited quantities. 100% American made.
We were thrilled to design and develop this new project. Identity, micro-site (full commerce site to launch in Summer 2012) and the packaging for the Fancy Black Soap. The emphasis on the design is rooted in the history of the region and utility of the products the brand represents.
Typography balances modernity with heritage and incorporates digitized 19th century wood fonts.
Packaging is 2 colors, incorporates offset printing, letterpress and rubber stamp. All locally produced and sourced.
www.hudsonmadeny.com
See it featured on The Dieline http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2012/5/4/hudson-made.html
We recently had the privilege to work with Don Carpentier, Owner and Director of Historic Eastfield Village situated in the rolling hills of Rensselaer County, NY, to develop their identity, packaging and website.
Eastfield is the lifelong project of Don, who is a true renaissance man in a modern world. Over 18 historic buildings have been meticulously relocated to the current property, many of which were originally slated for demolition. Don is not only a master carpenter, he is a historian, potter, printer, tinsmith and blacksmith, among his many other talents.
Currently the property hosts workshops in 18th Century American trades, provides lectures on art and pottery, and is a remarkable oasis in a chaotic and technological world.
Hovard Design chose to develop an identity to exemplify the village and its time period. Aside from the web, the identity is either printed letterpress or utilizes rubber stamps.
Fall is in the air and our Autumn promotion has been posted. Printed by the guys at Kayrock Screenprinting in Williamsburg, this issue is a three color silkscreened poster showcasing the colors of the season. As Albert Camus phrased it, “Autumn is a second Spring where every leaf is a flower”.
Printed on Cranes Lettra 220 lb. cover in pearl white, this 100% cotton sheet is not only beautiful to touch, it will last for centuries. Done as a series of 75 prints, each poster is hand numbered.
A NEW IDENTITY: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York
The new identity program for our friend and photographer Michael Gross was printed Letterpress by Haven Press Studio in Williamsburg.
We enjoy working with Mike and he always manages to capture the essence of his subject. Naturally it was a real compliment when Mike asked us to redesign his identity. Keep an eye out for his new website too which is an integral part of the program and under construction. Launch date to be announced.
What a rare opportunity to collaborate with both a talented photographer and master printer all in one day. Mark Herschede does remarkable work in printmaking, letterpress and limited edition artist books. He’s all about collaboration so it was a real treat to see him print and experience the process. Thanks for the beautiful printing Mark and insisting that we only use a copper plate.
The paper we specified is Mohawk Loop, Antique Vellum Jute, 110 lb cover. What can we say, a great sheet of paper.
Also worth noting is the fact Haven Press is relocating to a larger and more convenient space in Williamsburg, and will soon be offering open studios and workshops.
Check out Mark’s site to see his impressive work and collaborations:
www.havenpress.com
Photography by Michael Gross
Sketch Book Project: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York
For all you lovers of artist sketchbooks, check out the Sketchbook Project in Williamsburg. Literally thousands of sketchbooks from all over the world are part of a permanent collection and available for the public to view and check out as with any library. In addition to the sketchbooks, the library also sells blank books, art supplies and vintage ephemera from the Paris Flea Market. Plan to spend a lifetime in
this shop.
Most definitely worth a visit. And for those of you not in NY, check out their site and view some of the sketchbooks online.
Art House Co-op
The Sketchbook Project
Our 2010 Holiday promotion has won a gold Summit Creative Award.
It’s always a pleasure to be recognized for excellence by our industry and peers.
What makes this award particularly special is that it was a highly collaborative project,
involving our whole team.
Well done everyone!
