Although not necessarily a studio that produces their own work, Hato Press really stood out to me. What initially attracted me to them was their client list. They previously worked with the designers over at Meadham Kirchhoff to create an invite in print, which they described as a challenging but rewarding job. The final print of a design is sometimes a bit like making a dream a reality. The idea doesn't mean much until you have it in psychical form. Last year, I completed an entire project that revolved around the design duo's work, and it would be a great opportunity to work so closely with clients that suited my interests.
You can tell that the individuals at Hato Press are passionate about print and particular processes, as well as being firm supporters of recycling. They are a small team that 'offer afforable means of production to others so they may share their thoughts and dreams.'
2. Debbie Powell - Based in New York, London and Dorset Debbie Powell is an illustrator and hand letterer who works with water colours, ink, linocut, pencil & pen and printmaking to create her imagery for an range of international clients.
Debbie Powell has worked for an extensive list of clients, including Marks & Spencers, Tesco, Boden, Jamie Oliver and Penguin. Within her work, she using a beautiful mix of illustrative techniques, working with water colours and pen. She also focuses her time on other projects, such as jewellery making and creating her own handmade pots. Powell is clearly an extremely experienced and motivated designer, with broad ranging interests.
I have a keen interest in image making, and application of pattern, which is seen often within her work. She has an extremely playful technique, taking on quite a light hearted and fun approach. Audience is taken into consideration in terms of colour and content, and she has a clear connection to who she is designing for. Powell's work is extremely identifiable, and this is something that I want to come across in my own pieces.
3. The Print Project - Our aim is to keep the skill and art of letterpress printing alive by producing work which is incredible to read, feel and touch. It’s that simple.
As mentioned above, I have a keen interest in print and the process of print in particular. The Print Project works collaboratively with a range of designers, using a range of different processes in order to get their final visual. Often, they use letterpress and embossing to create interesting and tactile pieces of work. They also prefer to use 100% recycled paper, which although it isn't something I currently do, it is evidently a positive aspect showing that they are consideration of the environment they are in.
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