Let talk about motion graphics shall we. 

I was spiraling through the infinite videos of YouTube the other day and decided to look 
up one of my favorite motion pieces. Its a piece that everyone has seen, well mostly everyone. 

Can you guess? Here's a clue. 

 Its in a movie. 

 Its in the first of very popular "2 part" movie finale. 

Anything?

Gross! How dare you guess Twilight! It's "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1". The Tale of the Three Brothers to be precise. You don't have to be a Graphic Design nerd to appreciate the beauty and elegance of this motion graphic, but it helps.

 Directed and designed by Ben Hibon with association with Framestore

 Is it not just fantastic?

Well, naturally YouTube had me in a firm neck hold, which led me to think of the opening credits of "Catch Me if You Can" What is so great about it is the seemingly simplicity of it, with that intently recognizable Saul Bass aesthetic.

 Designed by Olivier Kuntzel and Florence Deygas

The silhouettes are expertly designed and are easily recognizable. When paired with the simple color scheme makes a visual wonderland, with flawless scene transitions. Don't get me started on how well the music marries all three together.

Feeling the need for more illustrated glory I quickly looked up the opening credits for the  
"Series of Unfortunate Events". Do a really need to say anything else?

Brent Watts of Axiom Design

Which led me to these two hidden gems. The first being "The Screwtape Letters" and the second being "The House that never was."

The Screwtape Letters by BreathingRoomDesign's

These last two where made by independent designers either for fun or for school. 

Great work you two.

The House that Never Was by atemisk85 

 Till next time! Best!

 

I just returned home from the Happiest Place on Earth! You guessed it Disneyland! I have loved Disney for years; from the theme park to the movies and music. There is just something so "magical" about what Disney does. Disney's is great at putting a smile on your face and making you feel the magic in the world. 

Enough cheesy stuff, lets get down to why I'm writing. While in the Magic Kingdom I began to notice all the great typography all around. From Main Street Disney, to the jungles of Adventure Land, to California Adventure. Here are my findings. 

These little gems are around the construction fences around California Adventure side. 

These five posters are definitely my favorite find. Also, around the fences in California Adventure.

You guessed it, around the fence as well.

Love this one! It makes me think of old jungle expeditions. Deep down (well maybe not 
so deep) I have always wanted to be an explorer and wear those awesome hats and vests.

So I will leave you with these for now. Enjoy!

I've been sketching a great deal of late, so I thought I would share.

Pins & Needles | 04 Nov 2011

I call this one Pins & Needles. 

Let me clarify before you ask the obvious question. No. I don't sew. I'm lucky if I can patch a 

simple hole in a jacket or whatnot's. So if I were you, I wouldn't expect any startling housewife paraphernalia here.

I don't know if a Designer lives here, but someone awesome does! 

My 2011 pumpkins! I love Halloween!

There is nothing quite like trying to take night photos with a poor quality camera :)