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Oscar Oiwa's Stunning Marker Mural

Oscar Oiwa has been turning heads upon his return to the 2016 Setouchi Triennale. with “Oiwa Island 2” - an iteration on his previously submitted masterpiece for his 2013 showing, which he drew by hand with pe ...Continue Reading

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Moroccan Church Gets Okuda Makeover

Street artist Okuda San Miguel is at it again. Hot on the heels of his ambitious project, which [transformed a spanish church into a colorful skatepark](https://www.fineprintnyc.com/blog/kaos-temple-and-the-geometric- ...Continue Reading

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The History of the Adidas Logo

While many of the world’s top brands sport a thoughtful and often philosophical approach to their logo designs, the story of Adidas is quite different. Born of sheer pragmatism and ef ...Continue Reading

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The Elaborate Paper Birds of Diana Beltran Herrera

Bristol artist Diana Beltran Herrera has made a name for herself with her unique and intricate paper sculptures. Her work is driven by the urge for a connection to the natural world. Her muses are primarily of the avi ...Continue Reading

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'Liquid Brands' by Mittelpunkt and Grund

Those of you who are regulars on the blog know we have a thing for branding and [logo design](/blog/history-of-the-g ...Continue Reading

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The Elaborate Bone Sculptures of Jennifer Trask

New York artist Jennifer Trask has a decidedly unconventional taste in media when it comes to her carved sculptures. While most in her industry forge their reputations from stone, metal and clay, Jennifer has done so ...Continue Reading

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Urban Abstract Photos by Serge Najjar

Lebanese photographer Serge Ajjar explores the essence of urban living in “A Thin Line” - a series of images celebrating his hometown of Beirut. Najar’s work is underscored by a notably abstract aesthetic. By focusing ...Continue Reading

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The History Behind the Samsung Logo

Samsung is one of the world’s top producers of cutting edge electronics. The company’s understated wordmark appears on millions of electronic devices and is recognized worldwide. And yet, given ...Continue Reading

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Martin Sati's Sensational Vector Art

Martin Satí is a design firm from Seville that is earning worldwide recognition for its elaborate illustrations. The firm is headed by J.R. Martin, a graphic designer who studied Fine Art and creates much of the agenc ...Continue Reading

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Sagmeister and Walsh Translate 2D Pop Art to 3D Reality

Creative agency Sagmeister & Walsh has brought pop art to life in this series of images that simulate vintage printing methods to promote a department store in their [Aizone campaign](http://www.sagmeisterwalsh.com/wo ...Continue Reading

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Hingston Studio Ampersand Building

In perhaps one of the most complete and novel displays of fusion between branding and architecture, UK creative firm Hingston Studio was commissioned by London’s Ampersand Building ...Continue Reading

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Paperholm: A Paper Metropolis by Charles Young

Paperholm is a sprawling miniature paper city designed and produced by Edinburgh artist Charles Young. Leveraging a wide palette of municipal design elements, including trees, kiosks, work ...Continue Reading

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How FinePrintArt.com Maintains Its Ad-Free Creative Platform

FinePrintArt.com is a unique platform developed and maintained by Fine Print New York, experts in the restoration of antique, rare & damaged wallpapers. This collaboration allows this website to offer insightful, ad-free content on creative artists and the evolution of visual branding. Fine Print's expertise in restoring vintage designs directly informs the rich, well-researched articles found here, showcasing our commitment to both historical preservation and contemporary artistic exploration.

Meet the Founders: The Creative Minds Behind Our Platform

Joseph Gornail a distinguished printer/photographer and the visionary behind Fine Print New York, hails from SoHo, Manhattan. Rooted in a family tradition of NYC printing, Joseph mastered the craft as a teenager. His significant impact on the New York printing industry ignited in 1996 with Dolo Records/Stretch Armstrong. He founded All City Marketing & Printing in the late '90s and co-created the iconic streetwear label Orchard Street with partners Benjamin Holloway and Greig Bennett in 1999. In 2004, Joseph launched Fine Print NYC, establishing it as a leading commercial printing firm. The company debuted with a landmark project for Nike, epitomizing innovation and resilience in the modern digital landscape.

Steven Garcia a prominent designer/illustrator and creative director at Fine Print, originates from Bushwick, Brooklyn. A graduate of Fashion Industries High School and the Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), Steven has carved a notable path in the design world. His early career highlights include a role as a sought-after professional retoucher and storyboard artist at Saatchi & Saatchi in 1996. Embracing his entrepreneurial side, Steven founded ShinyDesign in 1998, which later became a key design partner for Fine Print NYC in 2004. His extensive portfolio features collaborations with elite brands such as Snapple, The Waldorf Astoria, Netflix and Sony, cementing his status as a key influencer in New York's vibrant advertising & design industry.