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BRAND NEW - ENERGY MOVEMENT CENTER GETS A FACE LIFT

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:36:00 +0000

Energy Movement Center re-branding*:

The re-branding of The Energy Movement Center has given a much more focused identity as well adding playfulness than the previous designs (not shown). The logo can be placed on various colored backgrounds and still have impact and brand safety. The typography has some motion itself largely due it being rendered with the use of the faux 3D effect in Adobe Illustrator. It was mapped inside a cylinder using a wide perspective setting.

Please check out there website here.

*The figure was designed by another artist. The waist and legs form a symbol representing 'energy'.

Post by Stutterdot Design Solutions, Peekskill, NY

TASTY NEW FONT DESIGNS BY FONTFABRIC

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:30:00 +0000

New from MyFonts:

Svetoslav Simov - Type Designer from Bulgaria – and his series Fontfabric.

This spot is for the ones who love fontography. When viewing the font design of Svet Simov, you cannot help but notice his own unique voice singing throughout the entire collection. Much like a band or visual artist who puts out a new song or body of work, their style rings throughout. Such fonts as Zag, Aston and Noveu – all different but take on similar elements and attributes. Compare those with, Wigan, Dovde and Kare.

Apart from being a sort of DiCaprio look alike, this guy has offered some nice new ideas in font design. Checkthem out here.

Post by Stutterdot Design Solutions, Peekskill, NY

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NUMBER 7 RECORDS WEBSITE

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Number 7 Records Website:

The folks here at Stutterdot Design are into music big-time, in both playing, composing and of course listening. It was a great pleasure to have participated in the concept and design for the Number 7 Records website. This is a new music licensing company headed by Jay Stollman: musician, vocalist, and award winning composer of TV & Film music. His TV credits include NBC’s TODAY SHOW, HBO’s SEX & THE CITY, 48 HOURS, CBS EARLY SHOW and AMERICAN PICKERS to name a few. Jay has received the CINE GOLDEN EAGLE Award, The MOBIUS Award and the NEW YORK FESTIVALS Award for his work on NBC's Today Show.

Check it out here.

The Stutterdot approach to this website (logo design by Penny Yates) was to combine grit with hi-tech. Our first meeting with Mr Stollman really defined the level of professional design needed to support and match his knowledge of 'music' and the business sense needed to promote and sell it. Creative Director Paul JM, mentioned tube amps with cloth grills and chrome to pay tribute to Jay's history in the business, but it had to be competitive in today's world as well. The main function of this portal is to get people to hear and buy the music. And the call to action states that loud and clear.

The structure and functionality needs were established first. The embellishments grew from this organically. We feel the dark foundation with bright neon orange and green text and accents evoke emotion with excitement. The vintage amp-style knobs were created in Swift3D, a vector based 3D program mostly used with Flash. Photoshop then kicked in with some nice definition. The final result is exactly what we had envisioned.

Please visit www.number7records.com for a site with attitude and etiquette.

Thank you

NEW WEBSITE: WESTCHESTER RESTAURANT - RISOTTO

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 01:38:00 +0000

A new client for Stutterdot Design: Risotto - Jack's Italian Restaurant & Bar. To start, their new website was a great project to take on. Stutterdot used subtle dissolves (Flash) of Italian landscapes and photos of the restaurant; both exterior and interior.

The photos were softened as far as hard edges and lines are concerned, but color enhanced for vibrancy - a nice blend of fx. This helps keep the site light and airy. There is not an over abundance of text either, just enough to cordially supply information to the end user and guide them effortlessly.

Please visit the web site and the restaurant. We hope you agree that the experience is a pleasurable one.

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MYFONTS.COM: DECEMBER'S FONTS - GREAT STUFF

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 16:04:00 +0000

Just passing along some new font designs displayed by MYFONTS.COM. I love the art of font design. I have designed fonts for campaigns and it's a lot of work. Unfortunately I really didn't take the time with the etiquette and respect for the art form needed. They were crude in design and execution, but I had fun doing it anyways.

There are some great fonts demonstrated in this months news from myfonts.com. I enjoy their monthly newsletter - hope you feel the same when viewing fonts such as Horst, Delikat and the others.

Thanks

Paul JM

PAUL JM PLAYS OUT: BIRDSALL HOUSE DEC 2-2010

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 21:50:00 +0000

A non-design related post. I have been involved with graphic design for over 15 years. I have been involved with music for most (close to all) of my life; drums, guitars, writing; playing in bands and solo.

Well I have worked up a few sets of music consisting of my originals and other songwriter's originals. Some people call other people's originals 'covers', but I like to call them 'originals by others'. Anyway, I am taking my Fender Telecaster (or 1983 Fender Bullet), my Fender Blues Jr amp and Fender Passport PA system (I should see about an endorsement) out on the road to perform at one of the coolest bars in Westchester County: The Birdsall House in Peekskill, NY.

The photo of me was taken by my good friend Emmanuel Faure... brilliant, eh? I am using this for all my solo performance promotional needs. It works.

The set list consists of Please Lingering, Garden Us Beautiful and NOW, written by me as well as some Beatles, Catch The Wind (Donovan), Mysteries Of Love (David Lynch/Angelo Badalamenti) and Bridge Over Troubled Waters (Simon/Garfunkel).

Looking forward to it all. Birdsall House - Thursday, Dec 2 - 10pm

Thanks

E-BLAST: AMEDIA CYMBALS

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 15:11:00 +0000

I may have mentioned I have the pleasure and challenge to create a brand and promotional materials for the USA division of AMEDIA CYMBALS. And me, being a drummer... I mean what else could be more cool(er)?

Amedia, an old school cymbal manufacturer in Istanbul, Turkey, is just over a year old in the states but are definitely getting noticed. The sounds (am I repeating myself from a previous post) that spring out from a drumstick tap are some of the most musical sounds I have heard. I am not alone on this.

Anyway, I recently developed this e-blast with the US Sales rep, Dominick and the response was overwhelming. This went out to drummers and drum shops across the country. We had replies on how nice the ad was and are getting some shops to take in Amedia for retail. Does the idea for the image look familiar?

There is still a lot of work and designing to do and it's going to be a great road to travel.

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HIGHLIGHT FONT MAN: JONATHAN BARNBROOK OF VIRUS FOUNDRY

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 16:53:00 +0000

This just in. Apart from me (hmmm) Jonathan Barnbrook is the definitive creator of the coolest fonts and typography. He has worked in close collaboration with renowned artists such as David Bowie and Damien Hirst.

Check out the interview here

NEW ART GALLERY WEBSITE: IT'S ALIVE

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 16:43:00 +0000

Celebrate the online presence of a new gallery downtown Peekskill: INNOVATIVE ARTS.

Visit the site to get a feel what is happening there in the way of up coming gallery shows and art classes. Then you must take a ride to Peekskill, go to 1 South Division St to the second floor and say hello to the owners Steve and Judith at INNOVATIVE ARTS.

3D: PROGRESS WITH ELECTRIC RAIN SWIFT 3D

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 16:30:00 +0000

So, it goes something like this: I have had Swift 3D for a few years enabling me to create vector based animations for Flash. So far I've used the software at the most basic level and recently decided to dive in with tutorials and really learning how to model. The graphics to the left are a few results of this.

I am not a fan of using standard 'in the box' images so I created everything on my own. That would include bump maps, extrusions as well as the eye ball illustrated on the 3D sphere.

I am getting a bit faster and making fewer mistakes but still have a ways to go. My objective is to create environments with depth to utilize in my Flash websites. I am not looking for a graphic that shouts 3D!!!, just something subtle enough for a nice organic look and feel. Me. Me. Me.

POWERFUL TYPE - MEANINGFUL TYPE: TYPOGRAPHY

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:06:00 +0000

I am a lover of type and how a logo, or even a single word can tell a story when using the right font for the job. I came across this collection of invites online. Truly beautiful and adventurous. http://www.bloggs74.com/inspiration/25-inspiring-birthday-card-invitation-typography/

On the other hand, font FF-Milo was created to go almost unnoticed but yet carry strong attributes which lend itself to magazines and newsprint. Check out the font designed by Mike Abbink.

http://fontfeed.com/archives/ff-milo-becomes-super-family/

As well as other font by him:

http://www.fontshop.com/fonts/designer/michael_abbink

LOGOS NOT USED - OR - USED ON SECONDARY PROJECTS

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 22:27:00 +0000

Of course I like to promote the successful designs, but there are some graphics I really like that didn't quite make it... or they're used for secondary projects by the client. It's all good.

So I want to show off a few that didn't go further than client meetings or discussions.

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JOKE BOOK BY FIONA JONES

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 19:09:00 +0000

Now for something completely different: FIONA JOKES - A JOKE BOOK FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES!

A couple of years ago my daughter, Fiona Jones, wrote a few jokes... then a few more until she got up to about 15 of them. We picked the best 12 and decided to self-publish a joke book.

Here it is and its fully illustrated by Robert Mag.

Where do snakes get their snacks?

What did Miss Star ask her class after a lesson?

Find out here on Amazon.

LOGO AND WEBSITE: 812 GUITARS

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 18:54:00 +0000

This is cool. Being a guitar player I was so excited to Meet luthier Chris Matos and design his logo and website for his guitar shop. Chris does set ups to hot rodding to total custom designed axes known as The Cornet (left).

His website, 812guitars.com is sort of down and dirty but has character - I think... and so does he. But anyway, not only did I have the opportunity to design his brand, I also helped design the body of The Cornet - something I am very proud of.

The guitar is in between prototype and production state. I have taken them to gigs and believe me they get noticed. It won't be long 'til there's another cool guitar on the block to reckon with.

BRANDING, SIGNAGE AND WEBSITE: AMEDIA CYMBALS USA

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 18:53:00 +0000

AMEDIA CYMBALS USA - These are handmade cymbals from Turkey - the real deal - old school. Every cymbal is signed on the back by the head cymbal smith, Ahmet. I cannot say enough great things about this product - in fact calling it a product is almost an insult.

it all started a little over a year ago when I was playing a drum kit at a jam and the Hi Hats were so brilliant and warm sounding. I asked the drummer what are Amedia cymbals and where did you get them? He mentioned he was in Turkey and got them from the factory. I went to the Amedia website (Turkey) as soon as I could and sent an e-mail about 'how do I purchase them?' I soon rec'd an e-mail from the USA dealer, Dominick Gagliano in New Jersey. I ordered the same hats as I played and as our conversations got more in depth I began designing for him in March of this year.

Since then I am now a factory rep for Amedia USA and the designer for all US promotions and marketing. I now play a complete set of Amedias - hand picked from the NJ warehouse. DRUMMERS - LOOK THEM UP! Amedia Cymbals.com

WEBSITE: COTSWOLD CABINETRY

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 16:49:00 +0000

Cotswold Cabinetry hit the on-line status as of November 2009. The client understood how powerful design can be when elegance and focus take priority.

In fact I dictated the website design based on the styling of their furniture and custom cabinetry. It's bold and demands attention when viewing the individual pieces, but as the perfect special fx or score in a film, it's organic to the room it occupies; there's no other way for this room to exist. And it makes everything else in the room look better.

I used this concept when designing the site. In both cosmetics and functionality. You can't see but I am patting myself on the back big time. Please visit when you get a chance: Cotswold Cabinetry

THE RE-BRANDING OF STUTTERDOT

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:45:00 +0000

I have re-branded Stutterdot Design. There is a modern yet wacky feel about the new look and I really like it. hmm... do you?

Unfortunately I was recently laid off from a full time position as Creative Director at American Int;l Lifestyles, LLC due to budget cuts. Yes I damn this economy. Right after the layoff I began reconstructing the SD website. it took about 2 months for designing and the input of all the new work containing poster design, flash animations for promotion and marketing and logo design. I had to work fast to get my new look out there.

I fell short in extensive planning and just dug in; making it up as I went along. I am very pleased with the outcome. I purposely left the website design very open without a lot of bells and whistles. It's the work inside I want people to focus on. However, I hope that the ease and intuitiveness of getting the around the site means something; that is what I focused my design efforts on: functionality. It has to work efficiently.

Feel free to write if you have any comments on the site. www.stutterdot.com

Thanks

STUTTERDOT DESIGN IS BACK

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 02:15:00 +0000

The Stutterdot Design Blog has been on hiatus so I will update you with the projects of 2010. Also please please please check out the new website here. It is a new and greatly improved Stutterdot Design with new clients and contracts such as: Vanguard Creative (Diesel, Armani), Amedia Cymbals USA, Bobbi Brown, 812 Guitars and Cotswold Cabinetry.

Looking forward to moving forward

Paul JM

SWAHOOGIE CD PROMOTION

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 18:47:00 +0000

Hello there. Stutterdot Design has just completed cd artwork for White Plains based band Swahoogie. Tom Krouskoff, the writer for the band, contacted me through musician friend Frank Enea, owner of Satellite Sound Studio in Mt Kisco NY, in need of a design using his already created mascot/logo... that would be the rock 'n' roll pooch.

The cd title, 'Let's Keep Rollin'' brought some imagery to mind so I stepped forward with a somewhat retro-psychidelic styled typography using bright colors on black. It just made sense for some reason. The client dug the direction although the first font was not a fav. No problem, I says, as it really didn't seem to fit. So 400 or so typefaces later I found something close to what I was looking for. It just needed a bit of tweaking and there it was.

Anyway - enough about the design. You have to check out the music from Swahoogie. Satellite Sound gave Tom's songwriting the professional edge it deserves.

For more info and purchase - please go to CDBaby: http://cdbaby.com/cd/swahoogie3

Happy Nu Yeer

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 19:26:00 +0000

Happy Nu Yeer to all. I'm thinking you may have noticed this unique spelling of 'New Year' in the title of this post. Well here's a little back story. This was developed during the 2001/02 changing of the years. It was a stressful time after the 911 attack and I figured that there had to be a re-thinking, or re-structuring of how we think or thought out to do things. This 'Nu Yeer' spelling represented that we can do things differently and move forward to the future our kids will have and create for themselves and their families.

(remove soapbox here) Aaaaahhhhhh.

I had also designed a logo* to be put on tee shirts that could be sold in New York will all money going to aid the families that lost so much during 911. I spoke with some committees (apologize but I cannot remember who and I have no emails saved to support me - please take my word for it) to try and make this happen, but it didn't.

* Logo pictured here was before the nu spelling took place.

Cathal, Henry and Paul cover U2

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 20:50:00 +0000

Check out this cool version of U2's Sunday Bloody Sunday on youtube. Yes, the silhouetted figures seem mysterious but I assure you are quite friendly.

go here - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLUoRoM8nN8

Talent Alert

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 20:25:00 +0000

I recently met a really cool and brilliant person, an artist, Wendi Gueorguiev. She's a painter who has segued to a prolific sculptor/potter. Organic and beautiful would be words used to describe herself and her works.

This meeting came about during the Antagonist Art Movement at the Niagara, the day of what Stamford, CT would call a snow/sleet storm kind of day, and what NYC would call another wet and slightly slippery day. My 2 hour path to the Niagara was to play my songs - at least that's what I initially thought. However, looking back it seems my efforts were to meet Wendi; I can play anytime, but meeting someone like her doesn't happen often. Please take a moment and visit her website to see her sculpture. http://www.blackcatandcrow.com/

myspace = your x-mas music place

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 21:34:00 +0000

I took the liberty of uploading a few of period comma's renditions of classic Christmas songs to thir myspace page. All songs are based on the birth of the alleged Jesus Christ.

The band would appreciate you downloading them to be included in your holiday music mixes.

Please visit: www.myspace.com/periodcomma for the 4 songs: We 3 Kinks, The Little Drummer Boy, Hark The Herald Angels and Silent Night.

Enjoy - thank you

The Protagonist Visits The Antagonist

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 18:25:00 +0000

I represented the band 'period comma' at the Niagara in the east village the other night. Getting there in a customized snow storm that I know was created to keep me out, was a journey all its own. Therefore, I am claiming 'protagonist' stature in that I ventured on nonetheless to play at the Antagonist Movement's promoted art show and music evening.

Once in the city, I knew it'd be a normal city night. There was no snow, only rain and slippery sidewalks, hardly enough to keep anyone indoors.

The tikki room at the Niagara is where the events took place. One room had an art show of emerging artists and the other contained Dee Jay and live music. I played the first set and it was cool; I always hate going on first - but what the hell. I haven't played a full set of music on my own in quite a while - so again, what the hell. It was fun and I gave away a few Cd's.

All in all, a Thursday night with The Antagonist Movement is something I would recommend to anyone starting out in the field of music or art. The energy created by the artists and the attendance was great.

Tomorrow Never Knows

noreply@blogger.com (Paul JM) — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 18:32:00 +0000

Is it the 12th already? Really looking forward to playing at the Niagara tomorrow night. Don't know what to expect. I made a few give-away cd's for whoever has the guts to take them.

Stutterdot Design is really branching out in the world of visual/audio. Maybe it's a premonition for my next life to become a nerd-like creature for a future high school somewhere that lives in the dark corners of the A/V room.

Anyway - hope there are witnesses to the event.

Thank you Antagonist Movement for the invite. Click the link to the right for more info on them.