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- inhaler970
ya, the work is great to look at, but not terribly exciting. My thing is, I could've done the same thing in illustrator. Im not impressed that he did it by hand. (Well I am because I don't have the patience and finesse or health in my hands to create something like that. Clearly the circle explorations are process oriented, which leave us with a clean sterile hand made pattern. In reality, does it make it better? I disagree.)
- ********0
Randd why so emotional? Are you sleeping with him?
- the better question is "(if) Randddd gave the reach around courtesy and who is he sleeping with now..."Point5
- hahaha... no, it just remiknds me of when a bunch of dweebs on a messageboard discuss whether some supermodel is hot enough for them********
- hot enough for them********
- I'm too good for Elle McPherson, she should leave me alone, the ugly cow.Wolfboy
- I calls em, as I sees em.********
- ********0
My tuppence... I tend to agree in principle with Vague's original line of approach, but think Vague has maybe been tipped into commenting on a phenomenon by the wrong designer's work and was ill-advised in using Richard Sarson's work as the point of reference when a lesser capable portfolio of work could have better illustrated the point.
In general I agree that there is way too much of this kind of 'simple' geometric modernism being bandied about in designer's portfolios' these days. Its a fashion, a trend, and its largely bandwagonned by anyone who wants to fit into the category of being 'a cool contemporary designer'.
That aside though I think this guy Sarson is doing what he's doing with considerably more dedication and craft than most of his peers who just crack it out in Adobe illustrator in endless meaningless variations of the theme.
In my humble opinion I don't think anyone would credit Mr Sarson with 'originality' for his work, but maybe originality isn't something he's aiming for. Maybe he's a pure purist and strives to just do this kind of thing better than everyone else.
I used to be a designer for many years but I eventually got bored and gave it up to be an illustrator becuase I hated the limitations of trend in design which can mean you either do 'Akzidenz Grotesque and a special colour' or 'Garamond itlaic and a die-cut' or 'Helvetica Neue and Spirographs' or you're not 'on message'. Funnily enough though, the exact same thing happens in illustration too.
I think we all have to make a commitment in terms of creative life. Be an outsider, reject the limitations of working to trends and be indifferent to mores, or be on the bandwagon and fit in with the majority style of the moment but make sure you do it better than the rest. I think this Sarson currently chooses the latter and I personally see a degree of quality in his work that deserves credit despite the unoriginal nature.
By the way, an MA from RCA does not guarantee anything. I know plenty of people who went there and haven't acheived much of anything afterwards.
- I had no idea I had written fourteen chapters. Sorry!********
- thats a pretty big tuppence********
- Yeah, Wrote it whilst slurping my morning coffee. never a good idea.********
- I had no idea I had written fourteen chapters. Sorry!
- stem0
One one hand, I like it, it's restrained and simple. Something rarely seen today in our over-photoshopped, beveled, drop-shadowed world. Nice clear layouts.
One the other hand, it's all a bit samey, not really original and there's a bit of a 'brand-sarson' thing to it.
I like designers to be diverse, versatile and above all doing work which is suitable for the client. I think this misses a few for me.
- stem0
...Oh, and the 'hand-made' label, doesn't wash with me. I don't care how long it took or how it was made...
What's the message?
- modern0
The string and circle exploration is a bit indulgent, but thats artwork not design.
However the Inspired and Framework pieces are quite excellent, its easier to cram as many effects as possible on a piece rather than to know exactly what to leave out.
- JerseyRaindog0
Personally I would be delighted if my folio caused such a debate. Kudos to him.
- exador10
when i first went to check it out, i was all prepared to not like the work, especially after the first glimpse...oh noooooo...more lame minimalistic stuff...
and then i had a look through the work....and was more than surprised...
i kinda like this guys stuff....me...and i usually can't stand the minimalist vibe at all....
i think jersey and a bunch of the rest of you nailed it...this is the work of someone that's just getting started...but clearly shows he's got the chops to do good work....i think given a few more years, he'll drop the spiral and circle obsession and move onto other things...nothing wrong at all for his being into that stuff now...he's experimenting....and some of it is quite good....
GO TEAM SARSON!
:)
cheers
ex
- ********0
I dont think it's bad work at all but personally I would expect something with more substance from an MA student from the RCA.
and less spirograph obsession.
- grafiske0
It's a little limited, but I personally like that. I sort of like when designers get selfish and delve into their own personality and draw from themselves more than anything.
This might be because I am completely non versatile myself and have spent ample time coming up with excuses why.
- stem0
- saunakspace0
Love the work. I like designers who know what they do. And have a style. I rather would be known for one particular thing than nothing or nothing particular at all.
It's like "15 mins of fame or a life without name" ?
- neue75_bold0
hey everybody, look at me....
- no hands...neue75_bold
- you look so handsome today, neue!!PonyBoy
- I'm not wearing a belt... beltless....neue75_bold
- ross0
Solid design work and if he likes drawing circles, more power to him. At least he is doing something other than whining.
- tasty0
Bomb detonator inventor discovers Spirograph
British electronic engineer Denys Fisher invented Spirograph in 1962. He was in the process of designing and researching bomb detonators while working for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. He worked in England for a family owned business. The company was called King Fisher Engineering. In the process of applying one of his inventions to the industrial world, members of his family caught on to the interesting patterns that occurred and wanted to try marketing the product as a game. In September 17, 2002, Mr. Fisher passed away, but will always be remembered for his great game Spirograph.Spirograph started out as an educational game
This new game toy was shipped starting in 1965 and in the same year was displayed at the Nuremburg International Toy Fair which made it a big hit. People of all ages and learning levels enjoyed the various colors, shapes, effects and designs/patterns that could be made with a variety of basic plastic gears and colored pens. During the years from 1966 to 1969, Spirograph was considered the best game for educational purposes.Kenner Toys and then Hasbro made Spirograph known world wide
The relationship between Spirograph and Kenner Toys began in 1966 when the game was marketed to the company. The Steiner family began Kenner towards the beginning of this century. In 1947 Kenner Toys was founded in Cincinnati, OH. The company received it's name from it's location, Kenner Street. Kenner Toys has been through various owners since it's beginnings. General Mills acquired Kenner in 1967, then it was owned by Tonka in 1987 and lastly in 1991, Hasbro Inc. bought Tonka which Kenner Toys was a division of. Throughout these changes the research and development of Kenner remained in Cincinnati. Hasbro Inc. has a longer history being founded in 1923 and located in Providence, RI. Hasbro Inc. dropped the Kenner Toys name in 1999.The Spirograph game toy is still enjoyed today by all ages and is being used as a mathematics educational tool in schools.
About the Author
Suzanne Lyon works for Softgame Company, maker of card games, video poker and puzzles. She writes articles for the Company web sites.
- todelete__10
I really enjoy this work and it has inspired me to eat more doughnuts.
