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Colour Vision

2012-02-13T09:39:00.002Z

Just discovered the wonderful Kelly Thorn, check out some of her amazing work HERE.
This is a great palette for male, particularly loving the lime green and navy combo.

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Colour Vision

2012-02-10T12:30:00.001Z

Check out this bright palette ideal for female sends.

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Colour Vision

2012-02-01T12:57:00.002Z

Wow just came across the BRILLIANT Lisa Martin! Check out the Lisa inspired palette above which is ideal for Kids or could even be used across male sends too.

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The Say Something Poster Project

2012-02-01T12:21:00.003Z

The Say Something Poster Project is a poster design competition and gallery show created to give designers the opportunity to use poster design to say something that will inspire, motivate and educate kids. Its a great project with some lovely typography check it out.

Rosa Pearson

2012-02-01T07:59:00.003Z

Rosa Pearson creates beautifully designed pieces that use simple typography and photography with bold colours.

Cecile Parades - Camouflage Body

2012-01-30T07:58:00.002Z

Amazing make up and body painting by Cecile Parades.

Colour Vision

2012-01-27T13:09:00.002Z

Check out this muted palette, ideal for male sends.

Colour Vision

2012-01-26T12:39:00.003Z

Check out this bright fun colour palette ideal for female sends. Could also be used as a quirky Valentine option.

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Handsome Frank Illustration Agency

2012-01-26T12:06:00.004Z

Handsome Frank is an illustration agency representing some amazing illustrators such as Kate Sutton, Helen MusselWhite & Lesley Barnes. Check out the site to see more brilliant work.

More 4 - New branding

2012-01-25T12:21:00.005Z

Not sure if anyone has come across the new More 4 branding yet? I was pleasantly surprised when I noticed that the old green logo has been replaced with a bright multi coloured one.

The new look has been created by channel 4's in house creative team and design agency Manvsmachine. The new visual identity comes as More 4 re positions its schedule to focus more on "life enhancing popular factual and features shows".

Alice in Wonderland door handle

2012-01-24T09:03:00.003Z

We need this door handle for the Licensing Studio's meeting room so cool!

Tracy Worrall

2012-01-24T08:30:00.003Z

Love the illustrations for the new Saucy Fish Co drawn by Tracy Worrall.

Colour Vision

2012-01-19T13:10:00.003Z

With Valentine's day only a matter of weeks away thought this quirky palette would inspire you all. An alternative use of colour for Valentine's day rather than the mainstream red and black.

Image for sale in poster form by Blanca Gomez, check out his etsy shop HERE.

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Ampersand design Studio

2012-01-17T12:30:00.005Z

Designers Carrie and Morgan used to work for Hallmark USA before setting up Ampersand they specialise in surface pattern, identity design and stationary. Check out the lovely products in their Etsy shop.

Alice in Wonderland

2012-01-16T12:12:00.003Z

I'm very curious about the Alice in Wonderland exhibition at the Tate Liverpool. It explores how Lewis Carroll's stories have inspired generations of artists. Runs until 29th Jan 2012.

Colour Vision

2012-01-12T12:04:00.002Z

Check out this lovely vintage colour palette, would work well on feminine or a quirky palette for valentine's. Image found on Illustrator Mike Lowery's blog - definitely worth a look if your interested in quirky illustration.

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Walt Disney quote

2012-01-12T11:48:00.004Z

Just came across this lovely Walt Disney quote on Pinterest. It's now the Licensing Studio's moto for 2012!

Free Printables

2012-01-04T14:53:00.008Z

Check out this cool Balancing Home website for FREE printables. I've just downloaded myself a new 2012 desk calendar as shown above!

Colour Vision

2012-01-03T10:04:00.003Z

Check out this lovely bright colour palette to start 2012.

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Merry Christmas from all at Hallmark

2011-12-23T12:59:00.002Z

It's our last day in the studio today so thought we'd take the opportunity to wish you all a VERY Merry Christmas!! We look forward to bringing you lots of new inspiring posts in the new year.

Best wishes, see you all in 2012
from all at Hallmark. x

Licensing Studio Research

2011-12-21T10:05:00.004Z

New from the Licensing Studio a monthly round up of inspiration. Heres Novembers for you to enjoy!

Comic Sans Project

2011-12-16T13:01:00.003Z

I've just stumbled across this website called Comic Sans Project they want to stop Comic Sans discrimination, its funny take a look.

Colour Vision

2011-12-09T17:07:00.003Z

The Christmas countdown has begun hear at Hallmark HQ... only 16 days left!!!
Check out this great Chrismas / male palette. Particularly loving the cream and grey combo.

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Book By Its Cover

2011-12-06T13:28:00.003Z

I found a lovely blog by illustrator Julia RothMan called Book By Its Cover where she shares a variety of art related publications.

Forever Memories For You

2011-12-01T16:39:00.004Z

Came across this great designer's blog (gives only her first name - Tina) who uses her craft robo machine to create beautiful, intricate, innovative 3D designs. Inspiring stuff!

Pleix for Nissan

2011-12-01T14:52:00.004Z

Awesome TV spot for Nissan by French collective Pleix.

Killer illustrations from Mcbess

Monkey Electric

2011-11-30T07:46:00.004Z

Check out these great bicycle wheel lights from Monkey Electric!

Colour Vision

2011-11-29T18:02:00.003Z

Great wintery Christmas colour palette. Would also work well on male.

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Ned Wenlock

2011-11-28T08:23:00.001Z

MGMT - All We Ever Wanted Was Everything from oneedo on Vimeo.

Ned Wenlock strikes again with this awesome video for MGMT.

Colour Vision

2011-11-10T16:56:00.002Z

Thought this Christmassy palette would help everyone get a bit festive. Loving the simple red and white with a hint of icy blue.

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Colour Vision

2011-11-04T15:21:00.005Z

Check out this lovely autumn colour palette!

This image was found on Jessica Hart's blo g - a cool blog featuring daily photo updates.

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Gates Foundation – G20 Summit

2011-11-04T10:01:00.005Z

A fantastic piece of animation from Gentleman Scholar for the Gates Foundation

Trend Spotting

2011-11-02T15:07:00.003Z

Studded embellishments seem to be adorning everything at the moment in both fashion and interiors, providing a harder edge or a feeling of glam decadence. Here are some of our favourites...

1 - Studded Night Rush boots by Office

2 - Dress by Hayley Scanlon - exclusive to Stud & Stud

3 - Leather driving gloves by Valentino at Net a Porter

4 - Salon armchair by Lee Broom

5 - Rocky Ledge Hall by LDa Archetecture & Interiors on Houzz.com

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Colour Vision

2011-11-01T16:25:00.006Z

Nice female colour palette!

Check out the beautiful blog “The Canterbury Place” for all kinds of wedding inspiration.

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2011-11-01T09:00:00.004Z

A great vision of the future from Microsoft Videos, showing how technology will not turn us all into hermits living behind a screen, but bring us all closer together
and make communicating on all social levels a thing of ease and beauty!

"Watch how future technology will help people make better use of their time, focus their attention, and strengthen relationships while getting things done at work, home, and on the go."

Trend Spotting

2011-10-31T09:00:00.007Z

Today we are looking at all things spotty from dalmations to Dr Martens!

1 - Dalmation print skirt - Sonja Rykiel

2 - Marianne Faithful with her pet dalmation 1964 - They Roared Vintage

3 - Reverse dalmation print boots - Dr Martens

4 - Spotted Pussy Bow Blouse - Topshop

5 - Spotted sheer panel bodycon dress - Stella McCartney

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Colour Vision

2011-10-28T15:37:00.005+01:00

Happy Halloween everybody!!! Thought this spooktacular colour palette would help get you all in the mood for Halloween.

The image was found on Today's Creative Blog - check it out for your daily fixes of cool creative blogs.

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Become Someone Else

2011-10-28T15:26:00.003+01:00

Found these print ads for the Mint Vinetu bookstore on Pinterest, which sells lots of classics, focusing on the idea of becoming someone else. And provokes people to try on different personas.

Trend Spotting

2011-10-26T11:10:00.015+01:00

In addition to the fantastic new Colour Vision feature we would also like to introduce you to Trend Spotting - art, design, fashion and interiors that have caught our eye while we have been out and about or browsing online, gathered into capsule collections for a quick fix of inspiration. New collections will be posted up regularly so come back soon for more!

1 - Bjork - Biophillia - bjork.com

2 - Christopher Kane - Menswear SS11- shot for Interview Magazine

3 - Nebular Star Silk Scarf by Pillars of Creation

4 - Florence & The Machine - Cosmic Love florenceandthemachine.net

5 - Cosmic Nails - anothermag.com

6 Astrid Suede Glitter Boots - Topshop

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Hallmark Colour Vision

2011-10-26T11:07:00.007+01:00

Introducing our NEW Colour Vision feature on the Hallmark Creative blog.

We will continue to collate lovely inspirational images for the blog but now as an added resource to all you creatives, we will be translating a selection into usable colour palettes. Be sure to check the site regularly for your colour fix update and keep an eye out for our seasonal palettes.

Check out the amazing work from husband and wife design team Sarah and Ryan of
lab partners. Their quirky illustration style is lovely and they have a very strong eye for colour.

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Society6

2011-10-24T12:29:00.002+01:00

Society6 is a brilliant art print website great for type, illustration or graphics

inspiration

Terry O'Neill exhibition at Leeds Gallery

2011-10-18T11:28:00.005+01:00

Two Saturdays left to go visit the Terry O'Neill: 50 Years at the top exhibition at Leeds Gallery. "Celebrating half a century of his iconic photographs, including new prints from the 1960s" Check it out here .

Marijana Oršolić

2011-10-13T08:47:00.007+01:00

Sweet animation skills from Marijana Oršolić,
made during her time at the Faculty of Applied Arts in Belgrade.
More info after the jump

Print & Pattern 2

2011-10-12T11:47:00.002+01:00

Check out the new Print and Pattern 2 book!

New Adventures in Web Design

2011-10-12T11:41:00.004+01:00

Check out the New Adventures Conference going on in Nottingham January 18-19th. Affordable half-day workshops covering web typography, responsive design, prototyping and much more!

Unicef Own A Colour campaign

2011-10-10T10:40:00.003+01:00

Did you know... Your average computer and smartphone can display 16.7 million colours? That's a lot of colours! The children's charity Unicef want to name each and everyone of these colours from £1 or as much as you can afford. Then tell them why that colour is special to you.

2011-09-30T12:13:00.002+01:00

Found this lovely Evian limited edition bottle on pinterest. The water company bring one out each year this time its designed by Paul Smith

Marcel The Shell With Shoes On

2011-09-30T08:37:00.008+01:00

An oldie but a goodie to make those smiles even bigger on this sunny Friday!
Directed by Dean Fleischer-Camp Marcel is voiced (untreated & unenhanced) by a genius named Jenny Slate. Written by Jenny Slate + Dean Fleischer-Camp

Ash Thorp

2011-09-29T08:56:00.008+01:00

Check out the portfolio of designer/illustrator Ash Thorp. Ash recently finished a year-long tour of duty at Prologue, where he crafted much of the stunning work featured on his site. There's also an interesting interview with Ash on work/life balance over at Motionographer

2011-09-28T08:47:00.003+01:00

Brilliant hand lettering and illustration by Chris Piascik.

Joel Felix

2011-09-16T13:10:00.002+01:00

Check out these amazing posters by Joel Felix. I especially love this one titled A Parents Promise.

Spoonflower

2011-09-14T11:38:00.008+01:00

Ever been frustrated by the limited selection of fabric available? Designs not quite to your taste?

Well, look no further! At Spoonflower you can upload your own designs, get them turned into printed fabric, and produce your own unique curtains, cushions, clothes... the possibilties are endless!

Also, your designs can earn you £££'s when other people request fabric made from your designs!

http://www.spoonflower.com/welcome

2011-09-13T15:02:00.002+01:00

Minimoderns have collaborated with Rob Ryan to create this great wallpaper design comes in three different colours.

2011-09-13T12:53:00.002+01:00

"Another day, another drop shadow." found this great comic illustration on Pinterest.

2011-09-08T16:16:00.002+01:00

Jon Burgerman wallpaper that you can colour in yourself available at Ninteenseventythree.

2011-09-05T15:04:00.003+01:00

Stumbled across this alphabet on pinterest by Tim Fishlock its made of sections and lines from the London underground map. Very cool!

New look for Diet Coke

2011-09-02T16:27:00.006+01:00

There are definitely a few Diet Coke lovers in our studio that will love this new packaging!
Turner Duckworth has created this new look by using a cropped version of the existing logo.

Object abuse at KK outlet

2011-09-02T16:21:00.002+01:00

Check this out - everyday objects that have been recycled and re-purposed into new objects. Especially loving the paintbrush hooks and the bird boxes made up of sale signs. To read more about the project click HERE.

2011-09-02T13:15:00.004+01:00

Owen Gildersleeve creates great hand crafted designs.

BNS : Only The Brave

2011-09-02T11:45:00.003+01:00

“Only The Brave Foundation” from Brand New School features some really nice artwork from the likes of Sol Linero, Damien Correll, and Stephen Kelleher. The foundation, Only The Brave, handles a variety of projects and duties ranging from working with impoverished villages to bringing clean water to those in need to educating Ethiopian children. Watch the animation and if you can, get involved.

Vogue Fashion night out

2011-08-31T16:16:00.003+01:00

Check out this cool Rob Ryan t-shirt designed for the November Vogue fashion night out event, all proceeds of the t-shirt go to the 'Kids Company' charity. For more details of the event check it out HERE.

2011-08-31T15:05:00.005+01:00

These pop-ups by Daisy Lew are awesome

2011-08-26T15:51:00.002+01:00

These beautiful geometric wallpapers are by Kirath Ghundoo the image is from her mix 'n' match 11 collection.

‘t.o.m.’ - the journey of a young boy.

2011-08-22T08:45:00.005+01:00

An award winning animated film by recent graduates from the International Film School of Wales, Tom Brown and Daniel Gray.

2011-08-11T12:36:00.003+01:00

Check out Amanda Dilworth she's created some lovely illustrations for iphone cases and laptop skins and also has a textile range at envelop

2011-08-11T12:23:00.002+01:00

Beautiful illustration from Millie Marotta

Anna Garforth

2011-08-11T08:10:00.001+01:00

Anna Garforth's edible type takes typography to a new level!

Helena Garcia

2011-08-10T09:37:00.002+01:00

Helena Garcia specialises in illustration and character development, which has a cute retro feel. I especially love the little speech elements, which seem to give the illustrations even more charm! Check out her website, it has loads more stuff on it!

Jimmy Fiction

2011-08-03T13:38:00.002+01:00

Jimmy Fiction Esq. is a maker of giant three-dimensional letters, numbers and symbols for the garden and home.

Hus & Hem Wall Decor

2011-08-03T08:58:00.004+01:00

These flat pack wall decorations from scandinavian design online shop Hus & Hem are fabulous! Eclectic chintz patterns on recycled mdf in an easy diy format. Check them out here.

2011-07-27T11:11:00.001+01:00

To those who love Typography

2011-07-25T15:14:00.006+01:00

Look what the Phraseology Project has been up to! The beauty of this website is not just the amazing type but the concept behind it as well. Have a look and submit a phrase that you want turning into a masterpiece.

Our 2011 New Designers Winner is...

2011-07-20T12:57:00.004+01:00

Congratulations to Lucinda Ireland our Hallmark / New Designers winner 2011. Lucinda has just graduated with a 1st class degree in visual communications from Nottingham Trent University, and will be joining us for a 4 week work placement in the studio very soon - Yey! Check out more of Lucinda's cool work at www.lucindaireland.co.uk

Virtual Shopping

2011-07-15T12:30:00.003+01:00

How cool is this....
Tesco has opened a series of innovative virtual stores in South Korean cpaital Seoul's subway stations. Commuters can take pictures of the products they want using their smart phones and then place their order online. All of your shopping done before the arrival of the next train.

Liberty Rocks

2011-07-15T08:52:00.004+01:00

Liberty have teamed up with critically acclaimed musicians, artists and photographers to create a range of fabrics inspired by rock and pop over the past 50 years

Stick with me baby

2011-07-14T10:59:00.003+01:00

Just spotted these fun stickers, ideal to spruce up your mac. Take a look HERE.

2011-07-12T13:59:00.003+01:00

Some amazing jewellery by Hokiou on Etsy.

Just my type...

2011-07-07T15:53:00.005+01:00

Jessica Hische has done some pretty inspiring work, check her out!

High-Low Tech

2011-07-01T16:54:00.003+01:00

The High-Low Tech group are a collection of designers who combine high and low technology materials and processes (hence the name!). Some very cool examples of this are shown above: self-folding origami, interactive wallpaper that lights up when you touch it and many more projects that can be seen on their website. Check it out!

Tim Hafenbrak

2011-06-30T15:48:00.002+01:00

Just discovered the wonderful work of Berlin based illustrator Tim Hafenbrak. Loving his limited use of colour and quirky illustrations. Check him out HERE.

Typestaches!

2011-06-22T15:28:00.003+01:00

Can't decide which style of 'tache to grow for that next charity event...? Then look no further...

Color Collective

2011-06-22T11:00:00.003+01:00

This is my new favourite site for colour inspiration! Check it out HERE.

Rebecca Evans

2011-06-22T10:30:00.003+01:00

If hand lettering is your thing you should definitely check out Rebecca Evans. Her quirky hand lettering combined with collage is just lovely.

Yellow Owl Workshop

2011-06-22T09:57:00.002+01:00

Just stumbled upon cool american based website 'Yellow Owl Workshop', Loving their rubber stamps! Check them out HERE.

Rango end credits

2011-06-20T17:57:00.008+01:00

If Johnny Depp's dulcit tones weren't enough of a reason to catch the animated tale of Rango the Chameleon, these beautiful end credits definately are! Straight from the Californian studios of Prologue ,they successfully combine retro styling with a colour palette straight out of the westerns...

Dana Tanamachi

2011-06-16T07:24:00.002+01:00

Dana Tanamchi's chalk art is absolutely beautiful. It is elegant with a bit of whimsy.

Ramayana. Divine Loophole

2011-06-07T12:27:00.010+01:00

Ramayana, Divine Loophole is an epic tale of gods, demons, battles & romance, based on Hindu mythology. Packed with well over 100 pages of stunning illustrations by Sanjay Patel, talented animator and storyboard artist for Pixar Animation Studio. This is a book well worth buying!

Ingela P Arrhenius

2011-06-06T16:44:00.004+01:00

Super cuteness!! Ingela P Arrhenius is a Swedish illustrator who creates colourful, retro inspired designs that I love, love, LOVE! And how adorable are her little woodblock people? Gorgeous!

Paper cutting from Hina Aoyama

2011-06-06T16:16:00.005+01:00

How beautiful and intricate are these designs? Hina Aoyama is a Japanese artist living in France, you can see more of her work here... Let's hope the art of the papercut is here to stay!

The Art Of Kevin Dart

2011-06-03T09:03:00.002+01:00

Illustrator Kevin Dart has a great collection of work, including his fantastic project, secret agent Yuki7 which has now been put into motion. Too Cool for words.

Looks That Kill - HD from Yuki 7 on Vimeo.

Ecojot

2011-06-03T08:50:00.003+01:00

I'm sure many of you will have come across Ecojot, a Canadian based company designing 'eco-savvy' stationery, but here is a little treat for those of you who haven't! Gorgeous, vibrant colours and some super-cute animal characters....check out the website for loads more stuff. Designer and creator Carolyn Gavin also has her own blog here.

Sebastian Lester

2011-06-03T06:55:00.003+01:00

seblester.co.uk is the web site of Sebastian Lester. Trained in Graphic Design at Central Saint Martins, he now works in London as a type designer, illustrator and artist.

'DEAR TYPOGRAPHY'

2011-05-27T12:38:00.002+01:00

Just stumbled across this on Pinterest so cool and very true.

Everyday people with The Sartorialist

2011-05-24T17:40:00.007+01:00

Fashion blogger Scott Shuman has an eye for fashion and photography. Check out his beautiful photography of everyday people in his blog The Sartorialist.

Garance Doré

2011-05-21T10:45:00.012+01:00

Loving these effortlessly chic and stylish illustrations by French native Garance Dore. You can follow her HERE...

Cléo Ferin

2011-05-21T09:39:00.014+01:00

Loving her new range of silk scarves, each one based on playful stories of childhood and romance. Named 'Les Histoires d'amour', her collection includes The Novelist, The Aviator, The Explorer, The Lover and The Sailor. Gorgeous!! For more, check THIS out...

Amelie and Friends

2011-05-20T16:18:00.003+01:00

Check out this beautiful packaging branded by I LOVE DUST for Amelie and Friends restaurant.
Loving the simple colour palette with bold typography!

Kelly Thorn

2011-05-20T09:10:00.004+01:00

Just been sent the link to Graphic design student Kelly Thorn of Philadelphia. She specialises in a range of disciplines and has a lot of great pieces to give you a visual treat. Love these poster designs!! Check her out HERE.

Peter Callesen

2011-05-19T17:09:00.005+01:00

Check out these 3D pieces of art by Peter Callesen. Unbelievably delicate. Most of these are cut out of A4 pieces of paper!

Sara Fanelli

2011-05-19T17:00:00.003+01:00

One of my favourite illustrators, Sara Fanelli's work is beautifully naive and imaginative. Great use of collage and some very nice hand lettering too! Check out her website for more work!