have a safe and happy holiday.

as a creative i can appreciate thinking outside of the box; but a lot of the times while on the job we’re required to come up with more practical solutions. so should our major selling tools like business cards break the mould, literally? here are some collections of unique business cards that don’t all hold fast to the 3.5 by 2 inch rectangle.

1 // oh hello friend
2 // creative bits
3 // graphic fetish
4 // ibrand studio
5 // web design booth

what do you think? is it ever more impressive to find clever solutions within the box or bust outside of it? should we assume that others will understand that if we are able to push the boundaries that we also respect those same boundaries and know how to successfully maneuver within them? do these unconventional business cards act as a selling point or a potential scare tactic?

graphics make visual communication seem effortless, despite the complex concepts in conveyance. when you set those graphics in motion it is inherently more impressive. here is a video introducing a project to develop a motion design center in france, which will create a forum to exhibit “motion plus design.”

“Motion Design” Center : “What is Motion Design ?” from Motion Plus Design on Vimeo.

here are some other great sources for motion graphic inspiration:
> not coming to a theater near you
> motion graphics
> creative league
> motionographer

do you have any places you frequent to find inspiring graphics on the move? Or any thoughts on why people are more affected when visual communication meets movement?

there’s nothing like a new perspective on technologies that we can’t imagine life without, to make you take notice of how quickly they change. Here is a collection of ads that place our everyday items in period advertisements. What do you think will replace the artifacts of today?