In 2015 I signed a contract with a New York bedding/fabric company called Divatex/Himatsingka. They decided they wanted to buy work from me to show at their retailers (Macy's, Bloomingdales, Target, ...). They've made prototypes that were shown at their Fabric Show in NYC, March 2015. Turned out Target was the most interested. Target bought 5 works from me that will be sold exclusively online at target.com from July 1, 2016 (limited edition of 100).
I would have preferred if they would have asked me to design a new collection instead of picking random designs from me but at the same time it feels nice that the works they have chosen were all made in a different time of my life and will be now ‘connected’.
- Birds - designed in 2010
- Birds - designed in 2010
- New York Nights - designed in 2015
- African Houses Pattern - designed in 2010
- Raccoon ‘Different’ designed in 2011
Small Bodies of the Solar System – Launch
We launched our (Lilit Asiryan, Specht Studio and Thomas Salzer) capsule ceramic collection yesterday. Today and tomorrow you can still pop by and view/purchase the unique pieces. Facebook event here – Online shop here
A Capsule Ceramic Collection – Small Bodies of the Solar System
Inspired by fluid shapes and everyday functionality a limited collection designed by artists and designers Lilit Asiryan, Stephanie Specht in collaboration with potter Thomas Salzer is now out for sale. The collection includes jugs, cups, coffee pots, letter holders and posters.
The Capsule collection is a creative collaboration between Lilit Asiryan, a Visual Artist and Designer based in Stockholm, Sweden, Stephanie Specht, Graphic and Illustrative Designer in Antwerp, Belgium and Thomas Salzer, Potter from Arvika, Sweden.
The work reflects this creative clash of ideas, mingling timeless craft with free artistry drawing inspiration from space and nature. The work starts with the clay from the Swedish soil and ends in space where each object has lent its shape from moons and asteroids.
The mix of craft, art, graphics and illustration reflect the three artists’ creative heritage. Every piece is a one of a kind and produced in a very limited edition.
The Design Kiosque
So happy with this very nicely written story about my work on the Parisian website The Design Kiosque by Studio Jake. Portraits by Hejm!
Gestalten
Gestalten just asked me if I want to submit work for a new book about novel approaches to corporate design.
"Following in the footsteps of its predecessor Start Me Up!, this publication sets out to explore the blossoming field of contemporary corporate branding. In particular, it is small start-ups that surprise us with striking corporate communications poised between playfulness and professionalism, with identities clearly inspired by the personal passions of extremely inventive entrepreneurs. Compiling innovative graphic solutions produced for—and by—a new generation, this book brings together brands from various business sectors. Most importantly, it celebrates the creativity and visual output of burgeoning companies who present themselves in unexpected, inventive, and inspiring ways."
Target Launch
My capsule pillow and bedding collection for Target will be launched on July 1st – limited edition (± 50 pieces per design) and only online available.
Oval Angle for The Word Magazine
Oval Angle (Geran Knol) made this super cool remix for The Word!!
Listen to it here: http://www.thewordmagazine.com/…/exclusive-mix-60-oval-ang…/
Make sure to come and see him performing in Antwerp (together with Coco Haram) on the 20th of May, an event I am organizing for Born in Antwerp! https://www.facebook.com/events/522184041297126/
Asiryan x Salzer x Specht
Inspired by rocky surfaces and small bodies of the solar system, we created a tiny ceramic collection. Prototypes are in the making now. We are so excited about this! (We = Lilit Asiryan (Stockholm), Salzer’s Krukmakeri (Stockholm) and I!)
Chroma magazine
The good news keeps coming! ... :)
I'll be designing the very first issue of Chroma magazine (UK).
www.chromamagazine.com
www.facebook.com/chromamagazine
www.instagram.com/chromamagazine
Chroma, taken from the Greek word for colour, is a magazine concerned with Photography, Art, Ideas, Poetry and Creative Writing. The first issue is to be printed, Summer 2016. It will be entirely centred around the colour Red.
OFFF By Night – Antwerp
Yessss – The first OFFF in ANTWERP! I designed the poster for this event.
Like / Share / Register for early bird tickets here: www.offfbynight.be
So great to work with the super talented Rizon Parein (curation), Mr. Henry (web) and Wecomeasfriends (production)!
3 Awards, in 1 day :) + Goodbye Samira
This morning I woke up with an email receiving 3 Awards by Design and Design (Paris). Life is good. :)
Today is Samira's last day of her internship with me. It's been so much fun. Thank you, Samira! Wishing you all the best! x
Otis College Art + Design
The nicest surprise visit from Kali Nikitas all the way from Los Angeles with her students from Otis College Art + Design! Happy to meet you all!! #otismfagdeuro2016
An Evening with S
Antwerpen Kunstenstad and Born in Antwerp asked me to curate one evening during the Born in Antwerp festival. This is what will happen:
PART 1
Natural wine (by Roeland Fort) and food (by Yannick Vermeire) tasting from 18.30 – 20.30h \ 30 € per person \ limited capacity \ Please email reservation before 20 April 2016 at hello@stephaniespecht.com
PART 2
Musical performances (free entrance)
• Oval Angle (Geran Knol) 21.00 – 21.45h
• Coco Haram (Jonas de Houwer & Gavin Vanaelst) 22.15 – 00.00h
https://soundcloud.com/ocoaram
All happening in and around an installation designed by Nicolas Petillon.
See you there!
Facebook Event here.
More info here.
For all the latest news regarding work: check Instagram!
We Can't Do This Alone: Jefferson Hack the System
Last summer 2015, I spent 2 months in New York working on this book, art directed by Ferdinando Verderi, for Jefferson Hack.
Coming out in May. Exciting!! 5000 different covers.
http://www.rizzoliusa.com/book.php?isbn=9780847847433
Kanye Pangrams
When you are trying out new fonts in #pangrams and listening to the new #kanyewest album ツ #kanyepangram
An evening curated by ...
Pretty excited to share this: creative festival 'Born in Antwerp' asked me to curate one friday evening (20 May – mark your agenda!) with anything I like.
All I can say now: there will be a natural wine (TBC) + food (by Yannick Vermeire) tasting and two musical performances by Coco Haram and Oval Angle. All of this will happen in and around an installation designed by Nicolas Petillon.
Soon more details. ^_^
Elle Belgium Magazine – February 2016
Small update
The future:
1. create all the illustrations for the next Das Magazine issue #17
2. design complete identity for graphic festival OFFF 2000 w/ Rizon Parein and Mr. Henry
^_^
C My Portfolio – C-Mine Genk
I'm reviewing portfolios at C-Mine in Genk, 18 Feb.!
http://www.c-mine.be/Onderneem/C_my_portfolio
S Magazine Redesign
I'm very happy that S Magazine asked me to design the new issue (♡ thanks Margot Populaire) launching early 2016!