We have just completed the Fallow SS11 Adapt or Die Look-book, exciting times for Fallow.
After all their hard work they are having their worldwide debut, its being hosted by the Goodhood store in Hoxton London. Goodhood will be previewing the denim collection and have a special event to celebrate:- FALLOWEEN! tomorrow Saturday 30th October see here.
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Good luck Fallow not that they need it, the total dedication they have put into every detail; its barmy, and we absolutely love it! and yes it is all really Made in Britain. #Great
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More images here.
Posted by: Scrub , September 12th 2010 —
Category: Miscellaneous Tags: Books , Colorplan , Foil-Blocking , Litho — Share: delicious , Digg , Email
Christmas this year at Generation Press was a little different and all held under the guise of 'Staff Training'...
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We went to a local outdoor activities centre - 'Q-Leisure'. Chosen by Paul because he knows that particular course well - (already having spent a day racing on it for a stag party a few months ago). So, thanks to the wet weather the track conditions were also looking good for Paul (wet track is far more easily held by people of a 'heavier' build), with everything in Paul's favour , he didn't disappoint. He stormed round the course like lightening with a slightly crazed look in his eye. Then finally we all got to applaud and congratulate him as he lifted his gold trophy to the skies with a tear in his eye. Well done Scrub from all of us! We understood early on that to get the best out of the day it was of course imperative to let the boss win!
After a hearty lunch it was time to do some archery, this Graham-slam-Dunk won with ease. Then the Quad biking, great fun if you like bikes with 4 wheels and getting really muddy. After the outdoor fun we headed home to where the family business originated in Hurstpierpoint and the local pub. In front of the open fire we shared exaggerated stories from the day, and told one another how much we love each other. Merriment was had by all, particularly our Adopted Northerner Anand. Who kept us laughing all night, for a Northerner he's pretty funny;-)
Posted by: Kate , September 11th 2010 —
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One big step, EU finally to
ban illegal timber.
The Eu parliament approves new legislation banning illegal timber.
What’s missing are regulations for printed materials.
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After Ten years of campaigning.
Greenpeace have been campaigning since 2000 when they first
uncovered illegal logging in Russia's far east. Their challenge for the next ten years is to end deforestation all together, illegal or otherwise, so that by 2020 the net number of trees lost is zero.
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Forty million hectares of forest lost.
Unfortunately whilst they’ve been deliberating over ten years, we have lost quite a
Chunk of forest.
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Finally saving the forests.
The long over due New legislation comes into force from 2012.
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The one giant leap will be to enforce the legislation .
And to include the rules for printed materials.
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WWF
Greenpeace
Posted by: Eco Warrior , September 10th 2010 —
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Limited edition of 100, £25 each (+P&P)
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Designed by
Steve Price (Plan-B Studio) as part of the 10PlanB Project
Printed by Generation Press on 175gsm Colorplan (Bright Red). Thanks to
GFSmith for donating the paper. Fund raising by
Lucy Brown for
Jack Armstrong.
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I am sure this poster strikes a chord in all of us! Steve Price had mentioned a Charity that had not got back to him on an offer he had made to them, so I remembered that I had recently been reading an interesting Blog from a designer on the subject of Autism, they were also helping raise money for someone with Autism. It was then just a simple case of Steve meet Lucy and as Lucy says; 'et voila!'
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Lucy Brown is cycling 54 miles to raise money For Jack Armstrong and his parents to help aid them in his continued development. Lucy's studio is based just down the road from Jack and his family in Cheshire. She became fascinated with autism in 2008 and continues to research, both through written and experimental work, the many parallels between the visual thought of designers and the characteristics of Autism. "To be ale to see and understand Jack's condition is something very close to my studio heart. Therefore, to be able to also raise awareness and help his family financially through many miles of cycling and the sales of such an apt poster is nothing short of brilliant."
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Jack Armstrong
"Jack Armstrong was born on 19th October 2003. He was a happy and normal baby, although his speech was delayed and at the age of two started speech therapy. Aged three and a half, returning from a family holiday, Jack regressed overnight: he no longer played with his toys, pulled at grass and string, lost all the words he had learnt; he no longer had eye contact and didn’t want to be near people. It took over another year before a diagnosis of Autism was made and Jack started at a special needs school.
At the time of Jack’s fifth birthday, his parents, Natalie and Mark, learnt about the Sonrise programme and, determined to do all they could to help Jack, they converted their garage into a Sonrise play therapy room, recruited a team of volunteers who work to join Jack in his world so as to make him feel comfortable and excited so that he wants to join in with our world and develop social interaction.
Today, thanks to the many hours work from family and volunteers and having just returned from our first trip to the Autism Centre in America, Jack has great eye contact and is making huge strides with his speech and with contact. The aim now is to attend the another Intensive Sonrise course to ensure that Jack’s development continues. Every penny donated will go towards this. Thankyou for your help."
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Generation Press
Steve Price (Plan B Studios)
Lucy Brown
GF Smith
Buy Now
Posted by: Scrub , July 22nd 2010 —
Category: Miscellaneous , Print Process Tags: Colorplan , Silk-Screen — Share: delicious , Digg , Email
Adopt a Northerner™ has always really meant Adopt a Student!
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They may not be as cuddly as a Panda but they are great to have around!
I would like to introduce you to Anand, a third year student from Yorkshire,
studying at Leeds College of Art.
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I am a Third Year Graphic Design Student From Leeds College of Art, studying on a fantastic course run by Program Leader Fred Bates, Amber Smith and Lorenzo Madge. Generation Press have been a major inspiration to me and my design practice for some time now. As a designer I have a love for print particularly promotions which use specialist print processes. After contacting Paul from GP, I asked if I could pop down for a visit. To my surprise Paul offered me not only a visit but an ultimate print experience. " Your going to be like a kid in a sweet shop", and I can tell you now that was an understatement.
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We even collaborated together to come up with a special promotional flyer based on the visit. "Generation Press Adopt A Northerner". Paul suggested we use litho for this, so I can gain knowledge into the print process. Which was explained to me in-depth by GP's proper quality printer Kevin, in the repro department.
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THEN...Paul gave me complete free range on any of their stocks and processes to create my very first business cards. Which came out a treat, Well Nice! They consisted of a 350gsm Cool Grey & Cool Blue (from the GF Smith Colorplan range) on the front which was duplexed to the Exclusive GP colorplan Barr(y)ie on the back. We also used a range of foils for the job, such as holographic neon, magenta, pearl white and gun metal. Over 2000 were printed, this allowed me to see the Original Heidelberg foil blocking press in action. Richard, who had a drive for perfection on the Heidelberg, ran the press. The cards were then duplexed effectively and efficiently by Kate, which wasn’t so efficient when I had a try, but practice makes perfect.
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Generation Press are without a doubt the best in the business, they have an inspiring team of printers which come from different disciplines and specialist backgrounds within print. They produce work only to the highest standards, with the upmost attention to detail and craft to even the smallest jobs. Lets just say Design is only the beginning, here is where it is brought to life to its fullest potential. This was an unforgettable experience, A special Thank-you to Paul for taking the time to create this amazing opportunity for me, and to all at Generation press who have taken time out to make sure I have the best experience. I am Proud to be the newest member of the GP family.
Posted by: Scrub , July 12th 2010 —
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Posted by: Scrub , May 25th 2010 —
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