Ad Hoc Design: Memorable Graphic Identities
The shape
A course by Mario Eskenazi , National Design Award (Spain, 2000)
About the video: The shape
Overview
“The idea and the form are a couple that must always go hand in hand. In this lesson I will share with you how I worked the form in some of the projects that I have been explaining to you during the course.”
In this video lesson Mario Eskenazi addresses the topic: The shape, which is part of the Domestika online course: Ad Hoc Design: Memorable Graphic Identities. Learn about the creative process of an acclaimed graphic designer to create customized solutions.
Partial transcription of the video
“The shape After having discussed the concept, we will move on to the form. I must say that many times the form comes before the concept. For example, in the case of Barcelona pel Medi Ambient, the concept came out of a form, of a B that we saw. It is not always so linear, idea or concept and form, what I do try is that they are united, that they do not separate. For example, in the case of the Bite. As I already mentioned, the idea comes from biting the letters, removing pieces from them. That, when generating the alphabet determines us some forms, but the most interesting thing about this ...”
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Course summary for: Ad Hoc Design: Memorable Graphic Identities
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Category
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Software
Adobe Illustrator -
Areas
Branding & Identity, Design, Graphic Design, Logo Design

Mario Eskenazi
A course by Mario Eskenazi
Graphic designer and architect Mario Eskenazi started his design career in the '70s and in 1980 he opened Mario Eskenazi Studio. He is a National Design Award winner whose work includes the design of identity systems, branding, exhibitions, editorial, illustration, signage, packaging, naming, type, web design, and digital design. His work is characterized by the development of custom solutions for every project (ad hoc), producing tailor-made and versatile graphic systems.
His impressive portfolio includes clients like Barcelona City Council, Arts Santa Mònica, Banco Sabadell, Camper, Damm, Editorial Paidós, Holaluz, La Pedrera and many more.
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