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Items
Wednesday, 25th January 2012
Shameless recent purchases - highly recommended.
Facebook
Tuesday, 24th January 2012
Been a while, Happy New Year! I've been trying to create/invent a new Blog system to allow easier updates etc so that my site won't go stale while I continue with other work(s) - answers on a postcard gladly welcome. I've also just created a Facebook page href="http://www.facebook.com/iamagraphicdesigner.co.uk" target="_blank">facebook.com/iamagraphicdesigner.co.uk with the intention of update it with a linked Blog to my site, I have however been unable to do so - does anyone have any suggestion on how to integrate a personal Blog into a Facebook Page ? I'm in need of help/advice please email me: hello@iamagraphicdesigner.co.uk
www.iamagraphicdesigner.co.uk
Merry Christmas
Thursday, 22nd December 2011
As this may well be my last post of the year, due to the festive activities - Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Thorntons Update
Thursday, 22nd December 2011
Updates to my Thorntons project - New photography that has recently been produced to promote to product and gift pack for the chocolate liqueur.
More Thorntons
Monday, 5th December 2011
More Thorntons updates/exposure, this time featured in the ASDA Christmas Gift Guide Magazine. I should have put my website on the design.
Thorntons on Firebox
Wednesday, 30th November 2011
Proud to see my design for Thorntons Chocolate Liqueur on Firebox.com, just in time for Christmas.
Kick Energy
Wednesday, 23rd November 2011
Recent vehicle graphics produced for Kick Energy/Global Brands in collaboration with Warner Bros. DC Comics and Rocksteady for Batman Arkham City.
Shops
Saturday, 19th November 2011
I know have my items scattered about in the following online Shops:
BigCartel Esty I am a graphic designer
Work, work, work
Saturday, 19th November 2011
It's been rather manic of late at Clay Creative so not had much chance to update/work on my personal stuff - however I do have some exciting new stuff for Thorntons as well as work done for Kick Energy (in collaboration with Warner Bros. Rock Steady and DC Comics) Updates to come!
Thorntons
Tuesday, 25th October 2011
More work created for Thorntons including a Gift Pack and etched Thorntons Chocolate Liqueur glassware.
Time Capsule
Saturday, 22nd October 2011
Had major issues with my Time Capsule of late, which has taken up a little time - eventually though Apple agreed to send me a brand new one for FREE! Thanks Apple ! Any who may have an early model of the Time Capsule ; Google Time Capsule Recall as you might be entitled to a full refund of replacement - act fast as I've found they don't have a long lifespan.
DIY Romantic Star Projector
Saturday, 22nd October 2011
I purchased a DIY Star Projector hoping for good things and surprisingly, for it's size and power, it's a great little thing - a nice gift for Christmas? www.infmetry.com/diy-romantic-star-projector
Steve Jobs
Thursday, 5th October 2011
You Magazine
Wednesday, 28th September 2011
My Thorntons Chocolate Liqueur design featured in You Magazine. Photograph kindly sent to me by Cara.
Home Brewing
Saturday, 10th September 2011
In production; a beer label for a home-brewed ale called Suppin' Suzie's.
Apple Mac G4 For Sale
Monday, 5th September 2011
Not sure if anyone will be interested but I've got my old G4 for sale on eBay - let me know if you're interested. Offers welcome hello@iamagraphicdesigner.co.uk
eBay Link:Apple Mac G4 eBay Listing
College Talk
Wednesday, 24th August 2011
Relieved that the talk I gave to graphic design students at Chesterfield College went well, my old College did bring back happy memories... hope my ramblings made sense in the end.
Happy Birthday Kay!
Monday, 8th August 2011
Kay's surprise present.
Desk Companion
Sunday, 7th August 2011
New desk companion.
I felt lucky, so was going to take a before and after shot - having imagine me winning big, turns out I got nothing so wasn't worth the after shot... seems positive thinking doesn't work.
W.I.N.E. Logo
Thursday, 28th July 2011
A logo created for W.I.N.E. The Women's Institue - North East division.
The Royal Oak
Saturday, 23rd July 2011
A logo created for The Royal Oak in Tibshelf, Derbyshire - work also included Menu design and other in-house material.
Shop Update
Thursday, 2nd June 2011
After too long, the Shop is now been updated with PayPal integrated Buy Now buttons for ease of use. All transactions are encypted and 100% secured. This store uses PayPal for payments, and PayPal automatically encrypts your confidential information in transit from your computer to ours using the Secure Sockets Layer protocol (SSL) with an encryption key length of 128-bits (the highest level commercially available). So you can be sure that if you order your safe here. Apologies for the delay but thankfully all has been restored.
Skruvsta
Wednesday, 1st June 2011
To feel less guilty about my lack of Blog updates over the last few weeks, I have included my new office chair.
Long Wait
Tuesday, 31st May 2011
It has been a long wait since my last Blog update - mainly due to the fact that my internal Hard Drive died and I then had to work out how to get a new one in, having never done it before - luckily my Time Capsule had backed everything up. It did however take an eternity to restore my iMac back to how it was over WiFi - however it is now back alive, so I will be updating as usual from now on.
Happy Easter
Sunday, 24th April 2011
Nothing says Happy Easter like a giant Kinder Surprise, thanks Mum!.
Gadget Show 2011
Saturday, 16th April 2011
Gemma kindly sent me some photo's of the exhibition panels I designed for Global Brands, for Kick Energy Drink that are in place for the Gadget Show Live 2011.
Easter Gifts
Saturday, 2nd April 2011
Got my Mother's Day / Easter gifts sorted this year - a bit of shameless self-promotion through the Thornton's Chocolate Liqueur I designed.
Thornton's Production
Tuesday, 22nd March 2011
Happy to see my design work for Thornton's on the production line. A big thank you to Justin Horsman too at Global Brands who has kindly given me a FREE bottle of Thornton's Chocolate Liqueur due to my design and work on the project.
Graffiti?
Monday, 21st March 2011
Was surprised to find this at the weekend at a local park.
Holga 120 CFN
Sunday, 13th March 2011
I'm selling my Holga 120 CFN via eBay if anyone is interested ? Please go here > Holga 120 CFN eBay Listing
Thornton's Project
Wednesday, 9th March 2011
My Thornton's Carton Artwork produced and printed. Update to follow
Sunday
Sunday, 6th March 2011
A nice Sunday stroll with the dogs.
Tilt Shift
Saturday, 19th February 2011
My first attempt at Tilt Shift Photography using the Tilt Shift Generator App on iPhone 4.
New Toy
Tuesday, 15th February 2011
2TB Hard Drive to safely file all my stuff
With Love
Tuesday, 15th February 2011
Valentines 2011
Stationary
Friday, 28th January 2011
Slight tweaks made to my personal stationary - more inline with website and now with correct info.
4UHosting
Friday, 28th January 2011
So grateful to Chris at 4UHosting - he has restored my site after a few errors on my part deleting my Exhibits and Sections. He has saved me a big headache and a lot of hours work. As a result I thought I would show my appreciation by linking to their site - so if you or anyone you know needs a website etc at a very good price and with great support you know where to go. Cheers Chris ! www.4uhosting.co.uk
Zeitgeist
Thursday, 27th January 2011
The third instalment of the Zeitgeist Movies has been released. It's free to watch online check out the rest of the films too. www.zeitgeistmovie.com
Birthday Treats
Sunday, 16th January 2011
A NeoCube, iTunes Gift Cards, Chocolates, Money, Aftershave and Aqua Sana Day Break Tickets are to name a few of my birthday gifts this year - well chuffed!
Free Calendar
Friday, 14th January 2011
Free 2011 Calendar kindly supplied by Evolutionprint
Feature
Thursday, 13th January 2011
Just received an email to say that my interview/profile is now on the Lincoln School of Art & Design website. www.lincolnschoolofartanddesign.blogspot.com
iPhone Apps
Wednesday, 12th January 2011
Two Apps I thought we're worth a mention to anyone who doesn't already know ; Hipstamatic and 8mm - both of which create vintage master pieces through film and still photography.
Place of Work
Wednesday, 12th January 2011
A new start, in new offices. Clay Creative are now based at Casa Hotel in Chesterfield, a fantastic new building in the heart of Derbyshire.
Happy New Year
Wednesday, 12th January 2011
After a busy start, Happy New Year !
Presents
Thursday, 30th December 2010
Surprise extras for my Holga amongst other things
Merry Christmas
Friday, 24th December 2010
This year's Merry Christmas eCard - with added extras !
AirCurve
Tuesday, 30th November 2010
Got my hands on an AirCurve Play (for iPhone 4). Cordless (electrical'less) speaker, that doubles up as a video stand, for FaceTime or Movies - and a handy Alarm Clock too
Update
Friday, 26th November 2010
Updates to the Shop with inclusion of new Greeting Cards. I am however having trouble with Indexhibit allowing the PayPal buttons so until the update is complete - please refer to the BigCartel link at the bottom of the page.
Shop Offer
Saturday, 13th November 2010
As from today (for a limited period) all Shop purchases from my online store will receive a FREE set of push pins with every order - even if you order the badges themselves.
Custom Made Stamps
Saturday, 13th November 2010
My custom made hand stamps arrived mid-week, just in time for my Christmas Cards.
Christmas Card 2010 Preview
Thursday, 4th November 2010
Possibility for this years Christmas Card mail out.
iPhone Headset
Wednesday, 3rd November 2010
Another guilty purchase - but for a bargain £10
iPhone Case
Tuesday, 2nd November 2010
Finally been sent my iPhone 4 SwitchEasy Nude case.
Hootenanny
Friday, 22nd October 2010
I was lucky enough to receive a few copies of the Hootenanny this morning, supplied by Barrie Tullett of Lincoln University. Some good work in there too! Lincoln was my old stomping ground so it's nice to see the students are as creative.
The quality of work is arguably a lot better than it was too. For more information please visit: LSAD Graphic Design
Work.
Saturday, 16th October 2010
Currently working on identity for Jemma Cox Photography (a long project) Coleman Civils (longer) and new identity for Cheeky TV (fresh work). Check back for updates.
iMac Extra
Saturday, 16th October 2010
My iMac back pack has arrived !
Vespa
Saturday, 9th October 2010
Successfully passed my CBT - so legally allowed to use my Vespa, still need to sort out the proper test though.
iPhone 4 Film/Sleeve
Friday, 8th October 2010
Finally got a replacement to my Invisible Shield iPhone cover - a BodyGaurdz Dry Application iPhone protective film. Anyone interested in buying an iPhone 4 sleeve/film - I'd definitely go for the BodygGaurdz as it's cheaper, easier to apply and ultimately looks better than it's rivals.
Update
Sunday, 26th September 2010
Updates to Seasonal Affective Design - now with downloadable back issues of the online magazine.
In PDF Format - Screen Resolution.
Monsal Head
Monday, 20th September 2010
A weekend walk to Monsal Head, Derbyshire, UK.
Old Work
Saturday, 11th September 2010
I've stumbled upon a few old Projects whilst going through my Back-up Discs. As a result I've added the Projects to my site under the Archive section - as they are from way back.
iPhone Dock/Stand
Monday, 31st August 2010
I've created my own iPhone Dock/Stand for the purpose of holding and charging my iPhone 4 whilst wearing the Apple Bumper. My iPhone Dock/Stand t is available for Free download 'Here'.
Freebie
Saturday, 28th August 2010
My free iPhone 4 Bumper case has arrived from Apple.
Work.
Saturday, 14th August 2010
After a nice relaxing week off, it's back to work; working on Coleman Civil identity and Jemma Cox Photography works.
Last Day
Friday, 13th August 2010
Last day of my holiday week off.
Relaxed
Thursday, 12th August 2010
Spending the best part of today (12hrs) at the Aqua Sana Spa's, Sherwood Forest.
Gardening
Wednesday, 11th August 2010
Todays plan, during the week off, is some time in the garden - for both work and play.
Walk
Tuesday, 10th August 2010
I stroll through Ashover, Derbyshire, with the family to celebrate my Father's Fifty Seventh Birthday.
Deliveries
Monday, 9th August 2010
Recent purchases just arrived, iPhone 4 Dock and an Apple Battery Charger - Apple have definitely made the new iPhone Dock packaging eco-friendly, it's not much bigger than the product.
With Love…
Sunday, 8th August 2010
A massive Happy Birthday to my girlfriend Kay, and what better way to express this than a bum full of party whistles!
iPhone 4
Thursday, 5th August 2010
My version of the iPhone 4 Grid Based Background - made it slightly stronger contrasts and simpler, so thought I'd share it. Download the Black & White versions 'Here'
Family Tree
Sunday, 1st August 2010
An overdue family re-union through up some funny photo's and fond memories… so an uploading on Facebook of old photos and videos is now a must.
Finally…
Saturday, 31st July 2010
Finally got my hands on a new iPhone 4.
Work Load
Saturday, 17th July 2010
Due to my current workload I've not been able to make many updates to the site. Coleman Civils and Jemma Cox Photography are the current projects that will be updated once work has been completed.
Fathers Day
Friday, 9th July 2010
A little later than first anticipated… To celebrate Fathers Day, a nice walk with the dogs.
Major Issues
Friday, 9th July 2010
I've had major issues in the past month with the Indexhibit website, so I have been unable to update my Blog as much has I would have liked. However I will no post what I would have put up earlier if it hadn't have been for the errors.
Tees
Thursday, 10th June 2010
More updates to the Bespoke T-Shirt project as promised. To view the latest series please 'click' here. If you are interested in purchasing a Bespoke T-Shirt please contact me at hello@iamagraphicdesigner.co.uk
Tees
Saturday, 5th June 2010
Here is a snippet of a few bespoke T-Shirts created, now in Recent work to view, more will hopefully follow soon.
Work
Saturday, 29th May 2010
Due to the on-going work load, I've not had chance to update my News Blog recently. Projects; Coleman Civil & Jemma Cox Photography will be posted once completed.
Shop Items
Saturday, 15th May 2010
I'm aiming to bring new items to the Shop, but until this is completed I've dropped the price of a few items, so grab them while you can!.
More Work!
Friday, 30th April 2010
I've been lucky enough to get more work, in the form of identity, business card, stationary and website design for photographer Jemma Cox. Updates to follow.
Northern
Tuesday, 27th April 2010
Wearebuild.com featured this in their Blog - a news section of The Guardian dedicated to the north, but I felt the graphic was more worthy of a mention than the news section - could be used as a yet to be created Northern design movement!?
Beeley Moor
Sunday, 25th April 2010
Another walk.
Updates
Saturday, 17th April 2010
New editions to the work section: Thorntons, Coleman Civil along with updates to VK Vodka Kick and the Blog - iPhone UnCommon sets.
New Editions
Monday, 12th April 2010
The two new editions to the family (parents house/old stomping ground), in the name of Frankie & Benny.
UnCommon
Friday, 9th April 2010
Solitary.
Safety In Numbers.
Components.
I've submitted a few designs to the UnCommon/iPhone customisation site - hope all will be approved and sold ! Further designs are available to view on my Flickr.
Some Green
Wednesday, 7th April 2010
A few scenic photographs taken whilst walking in the beautiful outdoors. During a nice Easter break (a full week off work) a bit of green scenery is whats needed.
Easter Holidays !
Saturday, 3rd April 2010
Easter Treats for the Easter Holidays supplied kindly by my Grandmother. Egg box holding 6 hand knitted egg covers, all containing individual Cadbury's Creme Eggs - proves that I must get my creativity from both my Mother and my Grandmother's side of the family.
Studio
Friday, 2nd April 2010
I've finally got round to taking some photographs of my new place of work... my freelance place of work to be exact. I am still currently at Clay, but will being using my new Studio to complete all other freelance based design jobs.
Loss
Saturday, 20th March 2010
Tigger. 1995-2010
Max. 2000-2010
Over the last month I have sadly lost two very close family pets… as a result I thought they was definitely worth a mention on my personal website. Additionally it has now inspired me to focus the News Blog to feature other personal or not so relevant posts - that maybe others will find interesting.
Website Updates
Sunday, 28th February 2010
Website tweaks and navigation customisation to Profile, Blog, Contact & Shop. Additional projects and sections created - more updates soon !
Shop Update
Thursday, 16th July 2009
There is a fresh new update to the Shop items, revising the images of some whilst inputting some new additions to the items available in the 'I am a graphic designer' online Shop.
New Studio Space
Sunday, 5th July 2009
Now I am solely creating work without the aid of the guys at designlove studio, I have created a new studio space for where I can produce new works.
Shop Items
Saturday, 5th July 2009
As I have now left designlove studio, they have kindly supplied me with all the stock I created for them to sell on their online shop. These items are now available through my own online shop.
designlove studio
Wednesday, 1st July 2009
I have now left the design group - designlove studio, although the group are still in practice I have decided to leave to explore different avenues of graphic communication. The group are continuing and currently updating their website along with a possible re-brand to come.
Clay
Thursday, 7th May 2009
I am now working the graphic design group Clay. Clay specialise in print based media for a wide range of clients including major UK drinks companies like VK Vodka Kick. I will be working from their main offices and continuing to build my own work separately.