The A-Z of Patterns 2008

The A-Z of Patterns is a book showcasing patterns I created using each letter of the alphabet set in Times New Roman and then in Verdana.

Each typeface has it's own section in the book, as you can see in the top photo.

*Update* There are more recent off-shoots from this project in other posts here & here.

I have never

An Atlas of the British Isles showing Aberdeen was my starting point.


I have never was a one day project. Using stickers and one piece of cut-out typography (above).

It is based on the idea that I have never used a lot of my household items in the way they are intended or even at all. Most of them were gifts and I felt guilty every time I saw something I hadn't used. Some where expressions of my ignorance in certain areas. I have never read the Greek Myths. Each object has a back story, where they came from, who they relate me to, how much they cost. Through making stickers and labelling these items I was able to admit to many things, my habit of collecting, regular guilty feelings, my lack of care, the care taken to hide my ignorance, my dislike to some things, small white lies and that the present giver is usually a reason to hold on to something rather than the actual object. So there it is, I've used them now, the guilt has gone. 

'I Prompt You'

Here is a nice little task given to me by the guys at 'I Prompt You'. Drawn unnaturally with my left hand.
Part of YCN LIVE 'I Prompt You' is a participation event to encourage members of the public to draw, by asking them to fill in prompt cards using their left hand. See their findings and creations at Rough Trade in Brick Lane and check out their blog.

What is Graphic Design? (Again)

What is Graphic Design, as answered by Graphic Designer Craig Oldham.
Printed at my first evening class in Silkscreen at Wimbledon college, way back in January. The red indicates what I believe are the core aspects of Graphic Design is within Craig's answer. Check out Craig's interesting and inspiring projects on his website.
Words from Craig, design by me.

What is Graphic Design? (Again)

Here is the answer from Douglas Wilson who uses letterpress to create beautiful posters.
Words by Doug, design by me. Doug has also uploaded this poster on to his blog.