Skull & Bones

October 1, 2023

Creative Musing + Product
September 2023

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Skull & Bones
For a limited time some of the icons I created for Halloween will be available on graphic tees at Cotton Bureau. I’ve paired the icons with the typeface Metalista designed by Tomáš Brousil from Suitcase Type Foundry.

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Skull & Bones (top right) is the only available tee in this series. Purchase it on Cotton Bureau or check back in early October 2024 to purchase other tees in this series.

Coldbreak

March 14, 2022

Client Project
March 2022

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Coldbreak
Coldbreak started in 2005 from humble beginnings. As they grew, they acquired a stellar reputation within the draft equipment industry. Today they are the leader in the development, engineering, and designing of mobile draft equipment for breweries, entertainment and hospitality industries, brewing enthusiasts, and other aficionados. Aware of this, Coldbreak knew that its logo had aged and did not reflect its current reputation and vision.

Guided a client in orchestrating the conception, formation, and design of the Coldbreak identity. As we moved through the process, we distilled insights gathered from audience and stakeholder interviews, shaping the foundation of the brand. This foundation delineated the brand’s tone, defined the voice and visual direction of the brand. As we progressed, additional interviews, journey mapping, naming, brand architecture, iterative brand development, and brand guidelines were established, evolving into the final Become brand.

+ Brand Strategy & Identity
+ Team Leadership
+ Creative Direction
+ Qualitative & Quantitative Research
+ Project Management
+ User Interviews
+ Qualitative Research
+ Brand Messaging
+ Visual Identity
+ Brand Strategy
+ Concept Developement
+ Sketching & Ideation
+ Illustration
+ Vehicle Wrap
After a decade of struggling to find our identity internally, we reached out to MKN Design. Michael quickly immersed himself in our company culture, history, and future goals to create the an accurate brand strategy and visual identity. To say we’re happy with the results is a huge understatement.

— Boyd Culver, CEO of Coldbreak
View the preliminary concepts that where explored for Become.

The Dark Side of the Moon

November 10, 2020

Creative Musing
November 2020

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The Dark Side of the Moon
A modern take on Pick Floyd’s, Dark Side of the Moon album cover.

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The Dark Side of the Moon is currently unavailable for purchase. Check back in June 2024 or pursue my entire collection of graphic tees on Cotton Bureau.

Stayhome Friends

May 22, 2020

Creative Musing + Product
May 2020

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Stayhome Friends
Amidst the U.S. stay-at-home mandate, I crafted a series of playful illustrations, each carrying messages specifically designed for the stay-at-home orders. These illustrations served not only to entertain but also to reinforce the importance of staying home during this time.

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These posters are available in my shop.

United & Vote

October 31, 2018

Creative Musing
November 2018

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United & Vote
“If we don’t vote, we are ignoring history and giving away the future.” This quote by Pat Mitchel reminds us of our obligation as U.S. citizens to vote for our future. Absorb these words, take action, register and head to the polls when you are called on each election day. Vote!

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This mark is available as a poster in my shop and can be purchased on a tee at Cotton Bureau

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