Archive for the ‘Preston Profiles’ Category
Friday, July 9th, 2010 by Mike Rigby
Mark is the Creative Director of MWO London. Graduating from Preston in 1992 he demonstrated instant entrepreneurial flair by setting up his own company – 3C – within The Chase. Mark puts much of his success down to ‘The art of the possible’ and has had work consistently recognised throughout his career by all of the major creative awards bodies.
Thanks to Mark for showcasing some recent work and for a really insightful interview. Read the full profile here.

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Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 by Mike Rigby
Andy joined the Preston teaching ranks over 10 years ago now and very quickly rejuvenated the course. In an era when much of design is about the re-appropriation of old ideas, it’s rare to find such a strikingly off beat and original thinker. An inspiration to many and a true one off (and of course the creator of The Disciples of Design). Read his complete profile here.

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Friday, November 20th, 2009 by Mike Rigby
Robin Arnold is the former Creative Director of Fudge. An exciting digital agency everyone seems to be talking about. Robin shares some print and digital work and talks about the ups and downs of working in design and finding a job, and why he’s decided to go it alone and start Barôn, his own agency. Read on.

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Friday, November 13th, 2009 by Mike Rigby
Mr Ian Macfarland of Spin has graciously contributed our latest profile. It’s tribute to Ian that much of his work will be instantly recognisable. From his beautifully understated 2005 D&AD annual, right through to his work for Channel 4, Ian’s talent and signature style shines through and has contributed greatly to Spins international design reputation. Read the full profile and see some more work here.

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Monday, October 19th, 2009 by Mike Rigby
Mr Steve Llyod has very kindly contributed our latest Profile. Having designed projects for the Science Museum, BP and Warner Bros to name but a few, Steve is currently art directing at Ico. Cheers Steve, check it out here.

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Friday, September 25th, 2009 by Mike Rigby
Abi Williams is the current Creative Director and founder of Rude. The studio established a successful fashion label back in the early Noughties, at the same time becoming one of the originators of a hand drawn aesthetic that is often imitated today. A refusal to be tied to any one medium has led to a varied and interesting career, allowing Abi to apply her ideas and trademark style to everything from products to music videos. Read the full profile here.

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Monday, August 3rd, 2009 by Mike Rigby
The talented Mr Steve Owen is the latest person to grace our profile pages. Having cut his teeth at The Partners, Steve now works with branding agency Dave. You will have seen much of his work before in countless awards annuals, notably his iconic poster for AOP (below) and his yellow pencil winning work for Thrislington’s Cubicles. Read on.

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Sunday, July 26th, 2009 by Mike Rigby
The current Creative Director at SAS shares a few pearls of wisdom and some work in our latest profile. Have a nosy here. Thanks JP.

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Thursday, July 16th, 2009 by Mike Rigby
Our latest profile. Journey into the weird and wonderful mind of Matt Robinson. Read the interview here, and see Matts personal site here

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Friday, May 29th, 2009 by Mike Rigby
Current Creative Director of Wordsearch. Adam has marketed some of the most spectacular architectural developments in the world. Here he speaks to us about his experiences and shares some of his favourite projects. Read on.

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