Michael Perry’s Hand Job: A Catalog of Type gathers the work of 55 artists who, in rebellion against computers, excel in hand-drawn typography and design.
Michael Perry has some interesting ideas and imagery on his website; http://www.mikeperrystudio.com/
It's become kind of routine for me now to pick out the illustrators that I'm attracted to, inspired by the most, so here goes..
Andy Beach.
Andy Beach lives and works in Philadelphia. He spends his days as a Graphic Designer at Urban Outfitters (which I am also a fan of!) Nothing too detailed, but I'm attracted to the simplicity of the plain coloured background and the use of hand-written typography within this image. I feel inspired to have a black page in front of me and simple explore typography techniques and write whatever I feel or think of.
Deanne Cheuk.
Deanne Cheuk is a New York-based art director, illustrator and artist from Perth, Western Australia. Compared to Andy Beach, Deanne is more vibrant and elaborate with her typography. I think I'm also attracted to the simple concept of her use of colour.
Not that it's really related to this book in particular, however I was browsing on her website (as you do!) and after seeing this, I'm tempted to buy a Dell Laptop just for this custom cover, designed by Deanne Cheuk (not to mention it's girly and pretty.)
Adrian Johnson.
Liverpool born Adrian Johnson has developed a unique and strongly identifiable body of work. Attention to detail, humour and a simple timeless sophistication mark him out as one of the leading illustrators currently practicing. Flicking through, I was firstly attracted to the vibrant colours that caught my eye, then actually reading this sketch in particular, made me smile (always a good point.) The type he uses produces a rough printed retro style.
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