Smaak My Dorp
2012
Description
Illustration, matte painting and lettering I did for the South African Electoral Commission. It's based on old Afrikana heritage oil paintings, still life's and Afrikaans kitch, updated for the 20th century.
- TBWA / Hunt / Lascaris Johannesburg
- TBWA / Hunt / Lascaris Johannesburg
Fields
Illustration, Painting, Typography
- I Smaak My Dorp
Mixed Media, Digital 
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This is an illustration I did for a type exhibition hosted by Wolves. Each artist was given a letter of the alphabet to illustrate for the event. I was given the letter 'X' and based it on one of my favourite fonts 'Georgia'. It has also been included into a limited edition letterpress almanac for 2013. Featuring some of the best local illustrators.
- Wolves Johannesburg & Essie LetterpressIllustration, Typography2012 -
This Illustration was done for a limited edition chocolate packaging. Clothing boutique LOOM and local organic chocolatiers Honest Chocolate joined forces to create a limited edition artist series of chocolates. This piece was inspired by the wooded mountain ranges in Germany called the Black Forest and also the children's book tale of Red Riding Hood.Crafts, Illustration, Packaging2012 -
This was a self initiated and promotional illustration depicting the change of weather and effects of global warming. A melting world and flooded towns and cities. Inspired by a particularly hot summer and cold winter...Crafts, Drawing, Illustration2012 -
Self initiated illustration and design for a textile print. Based on the autumn colors and the theme of a New York City and Central Park.Illustration, Pattern Design2012 -
Illustration for a children's book showing the effects of deforestation. All the animals homes have been destroyed by man and Bear comforts them. 'He had an idea, right there and then. He would put his big arms, around all of them.'
- Penguin BooksCopywriting, Illustration, Painting2012 -
The Illustration for the Virgin Goliath Challenge for print and online communications. Sibusiso Vilane tackled his 'Goliath'. The first black person to complete the three pole challenge. South Pole, North Pole and Mount Everest. This illustration is a tribute to his achievement and having to face your fears.
- Black River FC JohannesburgIllustration, Print Design2012 -
Self initiated poster illustration. This illustration was then hand screen printed by artist Richard Kapp and distributed to agencies in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Paris.
- The Motel & Pell-MellCrafts, Graffiti, Illustration2012 -
This is a poster illustration I did for an art exhibition in the UK by Norwegian Ink, titled 'The Deadly Sins'. Based on the 7 deadly sins. Lust, Gluttony, Greed, Sloth, Wrath, Envy and Pride. All the artists had to depict one or several of these sins in their artwork. This piece was also a finalist and featured in the publication.
- Norwegian Ink & Carhartt UKDigital Art, Graffiti, Illustration2012 -
Illustration I did for Virgin Mobile. A mural depicting the company values. The 'high fives' and also to cheer up their office space. Size, 2.5 m x 8m
- Black River FC JohannesburgIllustration, Art Direction, Design2011 -
Illustrations & design for Orange Mobile (Mobile 6) campaign in France. These were to be rolled out over the course of the year. 4 Print and Photographic pieces, Elements and Typeface.
- Ogilvy ParisIllustration, Design, Typography2011 -
Packaging, typography, design & illustration for SIMBA Nik Naks redesign. Three South African illustrators were chosen to redesign the new Nik Naks packs and the public got to vote via online and social media for the winning design. The Illustrations were also used for TVC animation and other marketing.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgGraffiti, Illustration, Typography2011 -
This is a collection of identities & logo designs I have worked on over past couple of years. Some of the projects are also featured on the site.
- Multiple ClientsDesign, Illustration, Typography2011 -
This is a corporate identity and branding I did for a production company based in Cape Town. It's called MacDuff Films. Named after the Shakepeare character that kills Macbeth. MacDuff produces adverts, music video's and personal projects. I also created the logo for US Collective, a division of MacDuff films and collaboration of Dave Meinert and Michael Cleary. www.macduff.tv
- MacDuff FilmsBranding, Graphic Design2012 -
This is a illustration artwork I did for my friends Angie and Shane who opened a new restaurant cafe in Johannesburg called 'Wolves'. It hangs on the wall and brings them good luck.
- Wolves Eatery in Johannesburg.Crafts, Drawing, Illustration2012 -
This is design & illustration work for an ongoing art & music project, Including posters, corporate identity, illustrations and music. This album makes use of paper craft, hand printing and laser cutting. The cover art and other material were created using laser cut stamps and ink pads that could be combined in different ways. The artwork was also used by the clothing company Hruki who create limited edition band merchandise.
- Johnny Neon & Hruki ClothingIllustration, Crafts, Print Design2011 -
This is a self-initiated illustration that ended up being used by Wolves in Johannesburg on a limited edition range of t-shirts.
- The Motel & WolvesIllustration, Fine Arts2011 -
This is the illustration, typography & design I did for the Migrate Magazine. An advertising and marketing magazine in South Africa. This also related to several designs & features inside. The magazine formed part of the annual Loerie Awards ceremony. The theme this year was 'Make Your Mom Proud'. So we called it The Mom Issue. It has a custom gold embossed foil on the front and back cover. It was awarded a gold craft.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgIllustration, Typography2011 -
I was asked by Hello World Agency in Johannesburg to create a mural illustration for their boardroom and also to produce this limited edition poster for the opening night and launch party. I was there to do some live painting on the evening and finish up the mural.
- Hello World Agency JohannesburgGraffiti, Illustration, Typography2011 -
This is an illustration I did for the fast food chain called Chicken Licken'. It's for the release of a new mini burger called the Slyder. Winner of a gold craft award.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgAdvertising, Illustration, Print Design2012 -
This is a series of illustrations I did for the t-shirt company, De Bellemort in Paris. It also formed part of the exhibition at Night of a 1000 Drawings in Johannesburg and was featured and published in Wooden Toy Magazine in Australia.
- De Bellemort, Paris / Wooden Toy Magazine, Australia / Night of a 1000 DrawingsIllustration, Design, Exhibition Design2011 -
Artwork for Lifta Stairlifts. The concept was tot take famous buildings around the world like the Buckingham Palace in London, The White House in The States and the The Basilica di San Pietro in Rome. To level them and simulate the easy to reach effect of the stairlift. Keeping it all in a clean architectural style. A collaboration with The Mark Studio.Architecture, Crafts, Illustration2012 -
These are illustrations & typography for Metro FM billboards. It's got many township references and is based on the concept that no matter where you go, you must respect your roots and know where you come from.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgIllustration, Design, Typography2011 -
These are illustrations for Boutique South African nature resorts called &Beyond. It also features some hand lettering and design.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgIllustration, Typography, Design2011 -
Illustrated typography for the Nedbank 'Green Wine Awards'. The type is built up from the vines to the leaves and rocks, grass, little bugs and creatures. Also hundreds of individual grapes were created and hand painted.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgIllustration, Typography, Design2011 -
Illustration and type work for Standard Bank. A South African future with sustainable water and energy.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgAdvertising, Illustration, Typography2012 -
Digital illustrations and animations for online medical health insurance, banners and website.
- Saatchi & Saatchi Cape TownAnimation, Illustration, Typography2012 -
This is a digital illustration I did that was printed on vinyl and used to cover the windows of the Havaianas shop at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. Announcing the opening of the new store.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgDigital Art, Illustration, Set Design2012 -
Project proposal for Listerine mouth wash.
- JWT Cape TownCharacter Design, Crafts, Illustration2012 -
Type and lettering work for promotional material. Printed on viewfinders and distributed to agencies. Inside the viewfinders you will see the illustrators artwork.
- Pell-Mell ParisCalligraphy, Illustration, Typography2012 -
Illustration & typopgraphy for Mini Cooper vehicle branding. 'The Ginger' is a local sports radio personality and this is branding for his ride.
- Black River FC JohannesburgBranding, Illustration, Typography2012 -
Typography, lettering and digital painting for Business Day's Financial Mail.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgDigital Art, Illustration, Typography2012 -
Illustration and lettering design for Coca-Cola music festival in association with Nando's. Point of sale cardboard cutouts in stores around the country.
- Black River FC JohannesburgBranding, Illustration, Typography2012 -
Art direction, illustration, packaging and design for electro rock band Johnny Neon's album The Hot Lips. Screen printed on limited edition sleeves and hand lettered and illustrated. Video animation elements are digital illustrations animated with the band and music.
- Johnny NeonBranding, Illustration, Packaging2012 -
I was asked by the Canadian Children's Hospital and annual charity event The Snowflake Ball, to do a once off artwork that would then be auctioned off to raise money. The theme is 'Springtime in Paris'. But I went for more of a winter theme with a snow globe inspired Paris city scene. It's got landmark sights the Arc de Triomphe on the right, The Notre Dame on the left and off course the famous Eiffel Tower in the centre.Crafts, Illustration, Painting2012 -
Illustration, lettering and design for Egg Films. This would be printed on the staff t-shirts to wear on shoots.
- Egg FilmsBranding, Film, Illustration2012 -
Illustration for pop-up standee displays, offering a deal from Mercedes to win a summer holiday.
- Net#Work BBDO JohannesburgAdvertising, Branding, Illustration2012 -
Illustration and typefaces I worked on for a music retailer Musica. The lyrics and the type are styled after the 70's disco period and inspired by the lyrics from the songs.Illustration, Music, Typography2012