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Lynda Warner – Reductive Design, Colour & Form

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Her work is characterised by bold blocks of colour combined with a strong sense of form. Australian Lynda Warner has not only built a career championing graphic design in her adoptive home of Tasmania - but has done so at a time where the industry was heavily male dominant. GSM takes a look... How it all started Lynda Warner recognised graphic design was her calling at a young age—when, in the sixth grade, a poster project  introduced her to the world of commercial art. She was hooked. Following advice from a family friend (who was themselves a commercial artist), Lynda...

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Top Awards

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2021 was another epic year for graphic design downunder. GSM takes a look at print-based projects that took out top awards last year. — with the Australian Graphic Design Association (AGDA), and the Designers Institute of New Zealand (DINZ) Despite the disruptions caused by COVID lockdowns et cetera, 2021 saw more than 1,850 entries into the annual Australian Graphic Design Association (AGDA) Design Awards and more than 1,450 entries into the Best Awards hosted by the Designers Institute of New Zealand (DINZ). Both events celebrate graphic design within their respective countries, but are also open to entries from the other...

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Design By Colour – Hemingway

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From the list of finalists in the 2021 Best Awards, we take a look at a short-run digital print project that takes colour to new levels> —with Theola (Brisbane) & The Designers Institute of New Zealand (DINZ). When Melbourne-based developers, Hirsch & Faigen, began work on their new Gold Coast residential tower project, they wanted to create something unique. They did not want just another glass-fronted apartment building typical of the area. Instead, they wanted Hemingway to feel like a classic Australian beach house—only in a multilevel format. Designed by Rothelowman Architects (Brisbane), Hemingway reprises the golden era of ‘Queenslanders’...

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Design Culture – He Korowai Oranga

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Combining a sense of strength and leadership with humility and compassion whilst honouring culture. GSM takes a look at one project that gets it right. —with Ira (Auckland), and Manatū Hauora Ministry of Health (NZ) He Korowai Oranga is the New Zealand Government strategy for providing healthcare to Māori. Manatū Hauora Ministry of Health co-developed the strategy in consultation with Iwi nationwide. Their objective was to provide a high-level framework for guiding Government in achieving the best health outcomes for Māori. To do this, they engaged Auckland strategic consulting and creative studio, Ira, to develop a new brand for He...

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Printing Plus – Diversity in the Printing Industry

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In an ever changing business environment—Diversity— can be one way to ensure longevity. GSM talks to Sam Blenkiron from Mirage Visual on the topic> —with Sam Blenkiron @Mirage Visual Established in 1982, Mirage Visual in Palmerston North have grown from a traditional printery to a company offering wide diversity. Over recent times they have brought together a suite of creative services, strategic communications & digital marketing, production and distribution. How has Mirage Visual grown it’s services to deliver end-to-end solutions—and still deliver exceptional results?   GSM: What services do Mirage Visual offer? Sam: Our creative department covers everything from marketing...

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Deforestation, Reforestation & Sustainable Forestry

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What does it all mean? And how does this relate to sustainable paper? We all know that well-managed sustainable forests have multiple benefits for our planet. Forests represent some of the richest biologically diverse areas on Earth. They play a critical role in regulating the climate, population growth and economy. And, of course, what is more soothing for the soul than a forest walk? In 2021, the United Nations hosted the Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow. Here, they announced there would be renewed focus, and a global commitment, on the subject of Deforestation. Deforestation Deforestation is the activity of...

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Digital Print Specials

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In this instalment of Education, we look at Digital Printing. Comparing two of the latest technologies— Iridesse and Indigo. We also check out some of the latest embellishments features available. With Nick Marsh @5Digital, Auckland. Photos by Xavier Murphy@xalaphotography ’Digital printing’ is a wide-ranging term that refers to methods of printing directly from ‘computer-to-output’. Technically, this includes the types of laser and inkjet technologies that you might use in a home office. However, at a professional level, this generally refers to commercial technologies that run at significantly faster speeds with much greater capabilities and higher image quality. Digital vs Offset...

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The Theory of Wine

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Round Theory Wine

In a saturated retail environment, it is quickly evident there is an abundance of choice when it comes to wine. So, how do new brands gain traction? —with One Design & Round Theory. Round Theory was developed to slot into the market through its unique point-of-difference. By offering a range of ethically made, high-quality vegan wines which are not only a superb drop—but are also about being environmentally responsible. Quoting their own words, ‘Not just good wine, this is wine for good.’ In fact, Round Theory derived it's name from the very concept of taking a circular approach to wine...

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Rākau Kōrero – Culture Appropriation or Contribution?

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TALKING POINT: KIA ORA MAGAZINE & AIR NEW ZEALAND Following on from the first edition of Rākau Kōrero, GSM looks at how one company changes their approach to using expressions of Māori culture. — with Nā Johnson McKay @Ira Trademarking "Kia Ora" We do not need to look too far for examples that highlight issues of cultural appropriation. In 2019, Air New Zealand applied to the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (the government body responsible for processing Trademarks and Patents) to trademark the masthead to their inflight magazine, ‘Kia Ora’. This drew opposition from some Māori voices who viewed...

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Rākau Kōrero – respecting Māori culture

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When Māori perspectives are not sufficiently valued there is a general suppression of the culture on the one hand and an appropriation of it on the other. GSM talks to Johnson McKay about how creatives can navigate the use of Māori culture in a meaningful and respectful manner... — with Nā Johnson McKay @Ira Welcome to the first instalment of our new regular feature Rākau Kōrero—Talking Stick. In Māori tradition, a ceremonial carved walking stick—a Tokotoko, represents authority and the status of a speaker on a Marae. For GSM, the concept of Rākau Kōrero—is the stick will be passed from speaker...

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