The 50 and 50: State Mottos Project Gives Freedom to Designers
Marie — July 20, 2011 — Art & Design
References: statemottosproject & statemottosproject
The familiar slogans of America's fifty states get a makeover with the 50 and 50: State Mottos project curated by designer Dan Cassaro of Brooklyn, New York. Fifty designers, each hailing from a different state in the USA, were given the opportunity to re-imagine their state's motto in illustrated form. Influenced by state history, stereotypes, and their own experience, these creations represent a part of American life -- or, as Cassaro calls it, "a kind of designer's atlas." Each design is unique, just like the state it depicts, ranging from comedic satire to heartfelt patriotic tributes. Maayan Pearl's 'New Jersey' piece is a fresh and fun twist on the state's reputation, while Seth Neilson's 'Wyoming' is a beautiful starry night salute to the nation's founding principles.
The 50 and 50: State Mottos project takes viewers on an interesting ride through the American experience, as interpreted by designers of various backgrounds. The entire collection is accessible online, with each designer's print made available to purchase.
The 50 and 50: State Mottos project takes viewers on an interesting ride through the American experience, as interpreted by designers of various backgrounds. The entire collection is accessible online, with each designer's print made available to purchase.
Trend Themes
1. Re-imagined State Mottos - Designers are re-imagining state mottos through unique and creative illustrations, offering opportunities for new forms of state branding.
2. Designer's Atlas - The 50 and 50: State Mottos project presents a designer's atlas of America, showcasing diverse interpretations of state history and stereotypes.
3. Online Art Marketplace - The collection of re-imagined state mottos creates a new market for online art sales, providing opportunities for artists and collectors alike.
Industry Implications
1. Design - The design industry can explore new possibilities in state branding and visual storytelling through re-imagined state mottos.
2. Tourism - The tourism industry can leverage the unique interpretations of state history to attract visitors and create authentic experiences in each state.
3. E-commerce - The e-commerce industry can tap into the growing market for online art sales by offering platforms for artists and collectors to discover and purchase re-imagined state mottos.
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