Graphic Design, Illustration, Typography, Photography

About: Maria Papaefstathiou

Graphic designer, art director, blogger, photographer lover, art lover, etc... Owner of http://www.graphicart-news.com. Co-founder of the International Reggae Poster Contest, http://www.reggaepostercontest.com. Art Director at http://www.stamoulis.gr on cover design and coffee table books. Curator and art-rep of Freestylee (Michael Thomspson). I adore minimal design as much as vibrant and bold. The ultimate desire is to constantly inspire people and expand their work all over the world, part of our plan of CatalystIdeas©.

Designing for Food | IdN v20n6: Edible Graphics

Posted in: Graphic Design / Miscellaneous, Magazine Design | February 18, 2014 at 3:00 pm , by Maria Papaefstathiou

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Designing for Food Even though everyone has to eat to survive, persuading us to buy certain food items or dine in certain restaurants can be a tricky proposition, so fierce is the competition in both cases. Put an identical product in both plain and designed packaging and it is...

Red Thread | IdN Extra 09

Posted in: Graphic Design / Miscellaneous, Magazine Design | February 18, 2014 at 2:55 pm , by Maria Papaefstathiou

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Navigating the labyrinth of contemporary communication design Red Thread looks inside the Communication Design program at Swinburne University of Technology, one of the premiere programs of its kind internationally. The book focuses on the ground breaking Industry Placement program and the Honours curriculum, two components that make the course...

Indian Cafe & Restaurant Branding

Posted in: Business Card, Logotype / Brand, Logotypes | February 14, 2014 at 3:00 pm , by Maria Papaefstathiou

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“Masala Darbar, an Indian Cafe & Restaurant with a long tradition commissioned Jekin Gala to design their brand. The restaurant desires to make the experience of their customers unforgettable. The major focus is on the intimate food experience that small groups will find so special while still providing the availability of...

Illustrations on Politics, Economy and Modern Life by Christoph Niemann

Posted in: Posters | February 10, 2014 at 3:00 pm , by Maria Papaefstathiou

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Christoph Niemann is an illustrator, graphic designer, and author. After his studies in Germany he moved to New York City in 1997. His work has appeared on the covers The New Yorker, Time, Wired, The New York Times Magazine and American Illustration, and has won awards from AIGA, the Art Directors...

Arrow Cluett Labels and Packaging by Glenn Wolk

Posted in: Graphic Design / Miscellaneous, Logotype / Brand | February 7, 2014 at 3:00 pm , by Maria Papaefstathiou

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Graphic designer, Glenn Wolk, works with world renowned brands including Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and Rocawear; and creates licensed merchandise for The Rolling Stones, Eminem, Justin Bieber, and The Beatles, among other iconic singers and bands. Glenn exudes genuine passion toward his work. He lives in New York City...