Some things are just pretty.
The English Group has always kept a scrapbook of resources that we find inspiring. We now include this within our website in the form of a blog and, from now on, will add to it on an ongoing basis. The directory showcases graphic design, art, books, magazines, film and music, photography, portraits, fashion, architecture, interiors, hotels and travel, products & toys - alongside The English Group's own categories, ‘Travelling’ and 'Our Work' (‘Our Print’ and ‘Our Websites’), which illustrate the team's own travels and a full chronological listing of the agency's creative work.
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— The Believers – Zoë Heller
My current read!
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— Michael Hansmeyer
Michael Hansmeyer is an architect and programmer who explores the use of algorithms and computation to generate architectural form.
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— Heston’s Fantastical Feasts
Always an eccentric chef, it only seems apt that Heston’s latest book, Fantastical Feasts (pub. Bloomsbury), features some equally fantastical (and quite delicious!) illustration.
Illustrations by Tom Lane.
— Travelling – South Dakota
As part of my roadtrip around America, I’ve seen Mount Rushmore in South Dakota, where 60ft unfinished sculptures of former US presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln are magnificently carved into the face of the granite rock of the Black Hills.
The true scale of the monument can only be fully appreciated when stood at the foot of these faces that tower over you. The real skill of the sculptor Borglum, is in the depiction of Roosevelt’s spectacles – a triumph of planning and vision.
— A Beautiful Annual Report
Annual reports, they don’t conjure up images of creativity. Annual reports for financial institutions even less so; but this particular example breaks free from the mold – simply gorgeous work here. I love the way that the numerals reference monetary typography.
Via Heidi.
— Tammy Donohoe’s AW09 Look-book
Look-book for a children’s fashion label, wonderfully autumnal, with lovely design touches such as the green velvet ribbon capturing the tone of the book brilliantly.
Via Estudio Dorian.
— Fantastic Ceramics
Here are some eyecatching plates by USA based designers Millamella. Some really vibrant use of illustration on an often-neglected canvas for art.
Via Design Work Life.
— Gerhardt Richter: Portraits – Exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery
I went to see this exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery at the time that we were working together with the NPG on a fundraising piece.
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— A Single Man
Beautifully stripped to the bones, this poster for Tom Ford’s 2009 film, A Single Man is quite attractive.
Via Iain Claridge.
— Hakawati – Il Cantore Di Storie
The cover of this Italian book caught our eye – simply lovely linework and foiling, giving it a very organic feel.
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— Anthony Gormley Sculptures
Some interesting works here by Anthony Gormley. I love how the shape takes hold only when all the rods come together in a carefully thought out way.
Via Anthony Gormley.
