The Import

We know next to nothing about Tom Phillips – other than that his name is accredited to these works on their mysterious website – so little in fact, that we can’t be sure if he is the photographer, the subject, or maybe even both. What we do no however, is clear. The Dead Photos is an inspiring collection of macabre, touching, humorous and enlightening images that offer a delicate insight into the fragility of human life. With titles such as “Dead in the Studio (For Keith Moon)”, “Dead in the Minimalist Dream” and “Dead in the National Trust (For Agatha Christie)”, it’s clear that there’s a tongue firmly set in a cheek throughout this series of photographs, yet the settings – Tom is certainly well travelled – the composition and the action of the ‘dead’ subject, lend these images an engaging, ethereal beauty…..

Art Interventions Photography Street Art

Half English half Japanese, London-based Jiro Bevis knocks out record covers, club flyers and editorial pieces with a ridiculously cool, 1980s retro vibe to them. All vibrant colours, straight-to-VHS tackiness and ghetto-blaster cool – Jiro’s illustrations are the perfect accompaniment to many a ‘too-cool-for-school’ East London hipster party. Also worth checking out is his ‘oh-so-1997’ GeoCities inspired blog, Ying Yangs…..

Clubbing Graphic Design Illustration London Music Nightlife Record Covers Retro

It’s great to see a company have a strong visual identity running throughout their brand – and that’s just what Stockholm based Bedow Creative have achieved for Sweden’s largest organic grocery store, Eat! Ekoaffären. Fresh, lively and ultimately engaging, Bedow’s solid approach to this project is sure to heighten the customers overall experience…..

Brand Identity Food Graphic Design Illustration Logos Shops Typography

Founded by the rather talented duo of Mark Tappin and Simon Gofton, Tappin Gofton is a London-based studio that knock out some wonderfully distinctive work, primarily – but not exclusively – for the music industry. Thoughtful, brilliantly executed and ultimately, truly inspirational…..

Art Direction Graphic Design Inspiration London Photography Print Studios