Archive for 2011

Guest Curation: Our Rep in Turkey Posts His Picks

Behance’s Ambassador in Istanbul, Turkey, curates some of the best work posted on Behance coming out of his local creative community.


Georgian Portraits by Rengim Mutevellioglu
Kids and old people are popular models for any photographer, which at first made me pass over most of those shots. But when I looked again, Rengim had made a great set during her visit to Georgia.  I saw this project more than a year ago and at soon as I read her description, I was fascinated with what I saw. Somehow I felt I could read people’s eyes in her photos, and they reflect every word she wrote down.


Minimalist Effect in the Maximalist Market by Mehmet Gözetlik
A powerful design practice by a familiar name, which went viral as usual. Although some people are right to argue that the identity of a good is shaped by its package; Mehmet Gozetlik  had chosen globally known brands – and it wouldn’t be hard to recognize them on the shelf with their new look. Seriously, I would keep that Schweppes bottle for years. Read more →

This Week on the Behance Network

Here’s a look at some of the most appreciated projects and Creative Professionals of the week on Behance.net…


Trigger Oslo Identity
A corporate branding that captures a friendly, welcoming look while still keeping it classy.  This PR agency wanted their identity to “invite customer for a good conversation and nice atmosphere, rather than the cynical and corporate identities that colors the rest of the industry.” On the mark!


The Great Brandversations
Notice anything a bit off about this apple logo? This project takes a look at some of the most powerful brands and makes a design statement about competition, identity, and brand history behind these giants. Asafti says: “The truth is that each pair of rivals have something in common, that something which had helped them to build one identity upon the other, this way becoming the biggest brands.”

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The Faces Behind the Most Visited Portfolios (a special community event in Argentina)

In this post, Paola Dalman (Behance Ambassador) gives you a sneak-peak of an upcoming event she’s hosting for the Behance Community.

As Behance’s local Ambassador in Buenos Aires, I wanted to host an event that gave the spotlight to the local Behancers who had the “most visited” portfolios. For all creatives, when promoting your work, it’s hard to decide how to present yourself – what work to show, how to arrange it, how to describe it. We can learn a lot from these members who’ve been so successful at making these decisions and being able to show the world what they do.

The group I selected have hundreds of “appreciations” of their projects, and have worked for some of the most influential brands. If you’re in Buenos Aires, we welcome you to join on October 6th for this special event at the University de Palmero (REGISTER HERE or on FACEBOOK). If not, we’ll check back in on the blog and reveal what the panelists had to say.

Here’s a sneak peak at the panelists, some of whom might be familiar faces if you’re an active Behance member! Below, our four panelists, the faces behind the most visited portfolios in Buenos Aires:


1) Juan F. Crescimone y Lucas Davison
Co-fundadores of DHNN (design has no name)
Behance Portfolio, Website
DHNN is a visual communications agency specializing in complex systems of branding development. “We use branding to help our customers to take what is said in done. We help our clients to show renewed to the world. We understand the power of brands as the main capital of identity. Ambition for customers, optimism for the world. ”


2) Jonathan Gurvit
Behance Portfolio, Website
After more than 10 years working in creative agencies in 2011 (including a role as Executive Creative Director and Head of Art at Oglivy), Gurvit decided to start a new career, this time as director. During his career Jonathan Gurvit has won 18 Cannes Lions, 20 Clios, and more than 400 awards at the One Show, D & AD, New York Festival (Grand Prix), Ojo de Iberoamerica, FIAP and OSCC.


3) Pablo Alfieri
Art Direction – Plenty™
Behance Portfolio, Website
Pablo Alfieri is an art director and graphic designer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. After working as art director at local studios decided to create his own place “Playful,” where he devotes all his passion for illustration, graphic design and typography.


4) Lucas Bilba
Director de Arte y Diseño / Art & Design Director at Creative Department MINGA™ Creative Studio
Behance Portfolio, Website
Lucas Bilbao is a graphic designer graduated from School of Fine Arts of Bahia Blanca. He worked in disenios.com, Dos al Cubo, AAM, 291. He currently serves as Director of Art and Design and is one of the founders of MINGA ™ Creative Studio.

This Week on the Behance Network

Here’s a look at some of the most appreciated projects and Creative Professionals of the week on Behance.net…


Floating X Graphics Designed
This simple description says all you need to know: “Weightless: an exploration into floating vehicles.” This is all you’ll get in the way of “how” or “why” but you won’t care as soon as you see said floating vehicles. They’re fascinating enough to hold their own without context or explanation. A very cinematic, atmospheric set of images.


The Lullaby – Time Lapse Film
I have to say, time lapse videos of crazy-intricate work being created is one of the most satisfying things to watch (sped up, at least). You get all the payoff with none of the work or patience. The artist, Joe Fenton creates a sprawling, stunningly detailed pop-art mural. Read more →

Introducing our new Facebook Page – Get involved locally!

We just launched a brand-new custom Facebook page that (aside from being very good-looking – thanks designers!) has some great new features for the community to get involved in all things Behance.

Once you’re a fan of our page, you’ll always land on our Wall, which streams new projects and content every day. But here’s a little tour of our new “Home” Tab on Facebook:



1 – Join Your Local Behance Facebook Group
Here’s a directory of local Behance Facebook Pages for you to join – these pages are run by our official Behance Ambassadors, who are taking their creative communities by storm. Join the page for your region for news about the best Behance projects coming out of your area, events you can attend, or just get involved in the discussion with other local creatives.

2 – Attend a Local Gathering
There’s always something going on in the Behance community for you to attend in-real-life and connect with other creatives. Planned and hosted by our Behance Ambassadors, these events will be listed here (find the full list on the event page, another Facebook tab)

3 – More Behance
And a few more helpful links in the Behance World for you to get involved in: Join the Behance Network, Get your Portfolio on Facebook, or get started setting up your Custom Portfolio with ProSite.

Behance Meetups: October Edition

Every month, our Behance Ambassadors around the world host meetups for you to attend. Be sure to check our Events Page periodically for new on this.

1) Sao Paulo, Brazil – October 1 at 2:00 pm
Another edition of Behance Brazil’s Construção series, where you’ll hear from three Creative Professionals who are founders of local design studios and collectives. Hear their story and how they reached success, and meet your fellow local creatives for a relaxed evening.
More Info/RSVP

2) Buenos Aires, Argentina – October 6 and 10:00 am
Behance’s Ambassador in Argentina invites you to a chat with the most prominent creatives in your community at this special event at the University de Palmero. A few prominent Behancers in Buenos Aires will talk about their work and experiences as a creative professional, and on the Behance Network.
More Info/RSVP

3) Rome, Italy – October 6 at 8:00 pm
In Rome, a chat on the creative scene of Italian graphic designers, photographers with your fellow Behancers and local creatives. Compare ideas, perhaps form new collaborations, and have a drink. During the evening there will be an exhibition of photographs and illustrations!
More Info/RSVP

This Week On The Behance Network

Here’s a look at some of the most appreciated projects and Creative Professionals of the week on Behance.net…


Corporate Identity & Design – Mareiner Holz
I’m pretty enamored with this whole project, and since it reached #1 most appreciated of the week, I have a chance to talk about it now! This branding was done for an eco-friendly company that specializes in treating wooden boards – it’s clear that these are true craftsmen who take pride in their  technique, design aesthetic, and know a thing or two about creating a marketable branding campaign.


IL – Il Sole 24 Ore
This artist was commissioned to develop the title typography for a monthly column in an Italian Lifestyle magazine – this project compiles a few of the recent works. We’re completely floored by the talent, detail, and out-of-the-box thinking that went into each one of these paper-craft pieces. In the words of one commenter, “THIS IS ART!!”
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The Year’s Best Design – I.D. Annual Design Review Flashback

Our friends at I.D. share some of the exceptional work coming out of their Annual Design Review:

The entries have started rolling in for the 2011 I.D. Annual Design Review , and all this inspiring work makes us think fondly of the 2010 winners.

Each year this prestigious competition—around since 1954—creates a clear survey of the state of design. We’ll have to wait a few months to see what makes the cut this year, but to hold us over, here’s a look at some of the Best of Show winners from 2010.


One Shelley Street
Category: Environments
Design architect: Clive Wilkinson Architects
At this office building in Sydney, Australia, a series of meeting pods hang into the 10-story atrium like a high design tree house.


Meyerhoffer Surfboard
Category: Consumer Products
Designer: Thomas Meyerhoffer
This curvy creation brings some of the short board’s speed and agility to the long board. Read more →

Roundup: Links We Like

Kickstarter Curated Page
On our new curated Kickstarter page, we’ll showcase projects by creatives from our community (and beyond) who are searching for funding and support. One notable project by a Behancer that just reached his lofty goal of $45,000 of funding is Kim Holtermand’s Outlier, Vol I: Iceland project, which will document Iceland through music, film & photography. If you’re a Behancer with a Kickstarter project, get it touch!

ISDA Industrial Design Conference
There’s just a few more days to register for this year’s ISDA Conference in New Orleans. This year’s speaker list includes NYU Art Professor and expert on all things Internet Clay Shirky,  Alistair Bramely (Sr. Designer at Smart Design) and a handful of other leaders in the field. Register soon if you’re curious about questions like: How does community influence design? and What is the future of industrial design?

Grind Space – New Coworking Space
Yesterday marked the launch of a brand new co-working space for creative professionals – Grind Spaces. “People who would rather work in a community than at a company,” can sign up to use the custom design space in Manhattan to “do their greaest work on their own terms.” We’re happy to be a part of the launch, along with Cool Hunting, digital agency Breakfast, and Co Collective!

This Week on the Behance Network

Here’s a look at some of the most appreciated projects and Creative Professionals of the week on Behance.net…


City Cab Posters
If you’re a New Yorker, the thought of hopping into anything other than a yellow cab seems unimaginable – let alone a green and white VW bug (see: mexico city cabs).  These posters illustrate the different make and design of cabs in London, NYC, Istanbul, Mexico City.  Added bonus: contains actual useful info, like cab fare. A very cool set – not at all surprised to see it went viral.


Unrealistic Scenes
Saturn hovering just above the sea, the earth shining down on a meadow landscape – this artist explores “the things that lay just beyond what we can see.” He says “I wanted to create images of scenes that are not quite real, but that almost could be.” A little photo manipulation goes a long way…

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