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Rachael Dunk

Rachael Dunk is a 3D illustrator and photo retoucher based in Sydney. Her portfolio brings the super natural to life, an advertising agencies dream come true: http://www.rachaeldunk.com

Ben Jennings

Ben Jennings is a recent graduate with a brand new portfolio. Stong commerical and university concept work to be explored: http://www.benjennings.com.au

FINAL COUNTDOWN

The finalists of this years Launch Pad competition, promoting emerging furniture and product designers in Australia, have been announced. Pictured is the aptly named 'Legless' by Josh Carmody.

Updates over There

It seems like the very talented people at There (disclosure, I'm one of them) suddenly remembered they have a blog. A batch of fantastic recent work has been uploaded and from what I've been seeing, there's a fair bit more of it to come.

The Premise Phase 1 Closing Next Week

Phase 1 of The Premise closes next week. Increase your chances of having a real go in the running by submitting your entry before Tuesday the 13th of July to make that first round cut off. Get all the details here: http://www.thepremise.com.au

People Collective

A little bit of self promotion here, but I'm really happy and excited to announce that the People Collective site is now live. Colin and I started the studio last July after we began collaborating on the design for the 2010 Next Wave festival. It's been a while coming, but it's good to finally have something up to share. 

State Of Design

State of Design Festival is the public face of the Victorian Government Design Victoria Strategy.

State of Design Festival increases the awareness of the value of design and showcases how design generates innovation, promotes sustainability and adds value to business and society. Festival programs demonstrate and broadly communicate how the Victorian and Australian design profession can improve living conditions, create sustainable development opportunities, and generate new and innovative products and services; in turn, providing economic benefit for the state of Victoria.

 By communicating to Victorian, Australian and international audiences, the Festival promotes a deeper understanding of design capability and value. 

The 2010 State of Design Festival will take place from 14 – 25 July throughout metropolitan Melbourne, and regional centres around Victoria.

More than 130,000 people are expected to experience one or more of the 75 events across the Festival’s four main programs; Design Capital (Business Seminar Series), Design For Everyone (Public Cultural Program), Design:Made:Trade (Industry Program) and Premier’s Design Awards (Awards Program).

CLICK HERE to learn more about Design For Everyone and check out the program.

CLICK HERE to find out more about Design:Made:Trade which is open to the public for two days.

Louise Helliwell

Beautiful print design, illustration and photography from Louise Helliwell out of Sydney: http://www.louisehelliwell.com

Asia Now & Beyond

Asia Now & Beyond: Creative And Sensitive Design Across Cultures is a new event from AGDA NSW which looks to explore what knowledge and cultural sensitivity is needed in developing successful visual communications and works within the Asia Pacific region.

Through their work, Chris Bosse, James De Vries, Ian McArthur and Susan Saretzki will share their experiences, insights, observations, successes and challenges in designing for Asian markets and audiences.

WHERE
Monday 5 July
. 6pm start.
NSW Trade and Investment Centre

Level 47, MLC Centre

19 Martin Place, Sydney

COST
$35 AGDA/DIA/RAIA Members
$55 Non-members

$20 AGDA Student members
$35 Student non-members


RSVP
Anita Lyons
Ph 02 9975 4008
nsw@agda.com.au

Luke Lucas

Sexy and fun typography work by Lifelounge Co-Founder Luke Lucas.

Visit: www.lukelucas.com