Stefan Kanchev, Applied Graphic Artist

• Some of my favorite SK (1915–2001) logos

I just recently discovered the Bulgarian graphic designer — or “applied graphic artist”, as it was called back then — SK and his work.

I have a particular fascination for his logos, which remind me a lot of Anton Stankowski’s marks (PDF). The sheer amount is amazing in itself. Looking closer, you probably won’t find a single logo that isn’t constructed with great precision or unrelated to its subject, form and content in perfect unison.

This site for SK is a great resource that will hopefully grow over time. I’d love to see more projects like this, which preserve the work of great designers.

Go visit the Stefan Kanchev archive.

Posted August 31st 2009 in Seen and Found with Comments 0

A Serious Trailer

• Still from the trailer

Apple recently debuted the trailer for the next film by the Coen Brothers, A Serious Man. And it’s definitely one of those rare gems. The rhythm and pacing are brilliant while it builds up to deliver the punchline. I’m so looking forward to the movie, which hopefully is just as good as this glimpse.

Go ahead, watch the trailer for A Serious Man.

We’re gonna be fine.

Posted August 8th 2009 in Seen and Found with Comments 0