A friend sent me a link to some work by Julien Valée. He’s a graphic designer based in Montreal, with bags of talent and some stunning conceptual work that combines different media. He definitely has his own style, which is evident when you look through his portfolio which contains some stunning work.
Last weekend I spent a (glorious) day at Chatsworth in Derbyshire. In partnership with Sotherby’s, they are currently showing an excellent exhibition of contemporary sculpture within the grounds.
I found this wonderfully created interactive tarantula on my travels around the web, a true showcase of what is capable with a creative mind and a flair for technology. I’ve made a few enemies of arachnophobes around the building by sending this to people disguised in a TinyURL link (sorry Lorna!). It was worth it though…
Comedian Russell Brand has yet again caused major controversy with his outspoken silver tongue, this time at the MTV Video Music Awards where he insulted the US President and other household American names.
The GoViral Seminar at the 2008 Cannes Lions explores life in The Social Metropolis - a vibrant and dynamic world of modern social media and consumer participation. This video isn’t particularly web friendly - it’s very long, but there are some great insights into where online advertising maybe heading in the next few years.
Trendwatching recently posted an article about the influence of digital on the real world called OFF=ON. We often receive a brief for a piece of work after the printed creative has been completed. It’s refreshing to read about examples of digital work coming first, which then go on to influence the offline creative.
