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Being that I have a few family members that live in and around New York, you could only imagine how difficult it was to watch the news. However, the biggest thing that got me through was the hope of life. I made this for them and any other person who was impacted by this horrendous natural disaster.

Even though it was last October the effects are long-lasting. They still need (y)our help. Help out today.

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Kieran Reilly   |   http://kieranreilly.com

“Pears Soap was something I always remembered my Granny having when I was little. Where did it go? I tried to bring back a nostalgic feeling to the soap by using elements the company had previously discarded in order for a more ‘contemporary look’. I redesigned their logo, wrapped the soap in a wax map because I felt the soap had really forgotten where it came from.”

Kieran Reilly is a graphic designer, based in Glasgow, Scotland. Focused on advertising, branding and typography.

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I love this new design, the repackaging, and the whole vibe. It’s granny’s soap for the grandchild’s generation. It has everything that would attract a new audience but just enough of the former look to keep the old. Kieran Reilly, you did a fantastic job. Makes me want to rummage through my parents’ closet (or bathroom) to see what I can bring forth to this age.

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thedsgnblog:

Kieran Reilly   |   http://kieranreilly.com

“Pears Soap was something I always remembered my Granny having when I was little. Where did it go? I tried to bring back a nostalgic feeling to the soap by using elements the company had previously discarded in order for a more ‘contemporary look’. I redesigned their logo, wrapped the soap in a wax map because I felt the soap had really forgotten where it came from.”

Kieran Reilly is a graphic designer, based in Glasgow, Scotland. Focused on advertising, branding and typography.

the design blog:  facebook | twitter | pinterest | subscribe

I love this new design, the repackaging, and the whole vibe. It’s granny’s soap for the grandchild’s generation. It has everything that would attract a new audience but just enough of the former look to keep the old. Kieran Reilly, you did a fantastic job. Makes me want to rummage through my parents’ closet (or bathroom) to see what I can bring forth to this age.

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thedsgnblog:

Kieran Reilly   |   http://kieranreilly.com

“Pears Soap was something I always remembered my Granny having when I was little. Where did it go? I tried to bring back a nostalgic feeling to the soap by using elements the company had previously discarded in order for a more ‘contemporary look’. I redesigned their logo, wrapped the soap in a wax map because I felt the soap had really forgotten where it came from.”

Kieran Reilly is a graphic designer, based in Glasgow, Scotland. Focused on advertising, branding and typography.

the design blog:  facebook | twitter | pinterest | subscribe

I love this new design, the repackaging, and the whole vibe. It’s granny’s soap for the grandchild’s generation. It has everything that would attract a new audience but just enough of the former look to keep the old. Kieran Reilly, you did a fantastic job. Makes me want to rummage through my parents’ closet (or bathroom) to see what I can bring forth to this age.

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thedsgnblog:

Kieran Reilly   |   http://kieranreilly.com

“Pears Soap was something I always remembered my Granny having when I was little. Where did it go? I tried to bring back a nostalgic feeling to the soap by using elements the company had previously discarded in order for a more ‘contemporary look’. I redesigned their logo, wrapped the soap in a wax map because I felt the soap had really forgotten where it came from.”

Kieran Reilly is a graphic designer, based in Glasgow, Scotland. Focused on advertising, branding and typography.

the design blog:  facebook | twitter | pinterest | subscribe

I love this new design, the repackaging, and the whole vibe. It’s granny’s soap for the grandchild’s generation. It has everything that would attract a new audience but just enough of the former look to keep the old. Kieran Reilly, you did a fantastic job. Makes me want to rummage through my parents’ closet (or bathroom) to see what I can bring forth to this age.

Do not be afraid to want a lot.

Things take a long time; practice patience.

Avoid compulsively making things worse.

Finish what you start.

Often people start out by thinking about all the things that they can’t do. Once you take that path, it’s very hard to get off of it. Shoot high and shoot often.

imageIn this interview on The Great Discontent, the inimitable Debbie Millman (who is newly on SoundCloud!) offers five pieces of advice for young people starting out in any creative field – a fine addition to our running record of sage advice.

Complement with Neil Gaiman’s advice on the creative life and treat yourself to Millman’s sublime Look Both Ways: Illustrated Essays on the Intersection of Life and Design.

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This one is for you Pops.

My father is a man who knows his words. It has nothing to do with his vocabulary because he knows just as many as the next man. His ability to construct a good sentence does not come from his time spent in school. What many fail to grasp is that a captivating and respected tongue derives from the moments in between each conversation, each sentence, and each word. It comes from the demeanor of the being and the expressions shown upon their face.

Last night my dad sat on the couch next to me and simply asked, “In all reality, what is it that you wish to do in the next few years?” Any child that recently graduated college would have felt the heat and built up a defense stronger than Fort Knox but this time, it was different. The look in his eyes was that of a father who only wanted the best for his daughter and that, that right there made me to do something I have never done before: tell the truth.
 You see, I have never told the truth about my dreams because with everyone who asked there was always a hint of sympathy. “You can do all you set your mind on but…” “That’s a great ambition, why don’t you try it this way.” Replies similar to those helped me to form the very best “lies”. I started telling people what I thought they wanted to hear.”I want to do photography but don’t worry, that’s not the only thing I wish to do with my time.”
To my dad though, I simply replied, “I want to do photography.” Literally, no if, ands, or buts. And to my somewhat surprise he paused, looked up and then back at me to say okay. In that silence I knew I had gained his approval. Those few seconds of quietness rung louder than any other artificial validation I have ever received before. We then proceeded to talk about the many avenues photography has to offer. He asked me about the specifics and also had a few general questions. All things from someone who sincerely cared would care to ask.
Pops, you know the absence of your approval has never deterred me from the things I do. It’s called tenacity mixed in with a bit of stubbornness; I get if from you. However, now that I know I truly have it, it means the world to me. I can go forth with assurance and a little more gusto than I previously did before.
Ese baba mi. I love you.