Author Archives: Ami

Johanna Basford

March 16, 2015 12:02 AM \

JohannaBasfordYou really have to see Dundee-based illustrator Johanna Basford’s work up close to really appreciate her incredible illustrations. It is apparent that she prefers ink and pen to pixels. She writes this about her intricate, hand drawn designs:

“Every piece I create starts life as a simple pencil sketch, evolving into a rambling pen and ink drawing usually spanning several sheets of paper. I love the tactile nature of the materials I use and the joy of smudgy fingerprints. My delicate hand inked designs intend to charm and delight, inviting you to peer closer and discover the hidden intricacies.

For me, computer generated graphics can feel cold and soulless whereas hand drawing captures a sense of energy and character which no pixel can ever replicate.”

Images: Courtesy of Johanna Basford.

Posted in: Handcrafted, Illustration

Emily Stoneking

March 13, 2015 12:02 AM \

aKNITomyThese gutsy creations bring many of us back to our rite of passage, frog dissection. The knitted anatomy is the creation of knitter and crafter, Emily Stoneking. The Vermont-based artisan creates these hand-knit artwork to explore places where art and science intersect. You can purchase these designs at her Etsy shop, aKNITomy.

Images: Courtesy of Emily Stoneking.

Posted in: Etsy Find, Felting, Fiber, Handcrafted, Knitting

St. Thistle

March 12, 2015 12:02 AM \

St.ThistleSimone Gonzalez is the sole creator of Australian stationery & design brand, St. Thistle. We love the elegant letterpress cards and patterned notebooks in her shop. The creator writes this about the brand name:

“St. Thistle is all about those wonderful new directions that arise from those shady paths which we can sometimes find ourselves on. The notion of a spectacular grace as a by-product of adversity, brought to our lives when we least expect it.

So keep your head about you when you tread on those thistles; keep love in your heart; and you will discover that sometimes that hardship was a mere signpost pointing to a brighter and better way.”

Images: Courtesy of St. Thistle.

Posted in: Graphic Design, Stationery, Surface Design
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