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The abstract paintings of Kostandinos are proof
that the genre is alive and well. Self-taught and
inspired by Pollock, Rothko, de Kooning, and Kline,
he is a student of the movement... with a twist.
Kostandinos is The New Abstract.
Portfolio
Websites
- Rob Dickinson: (Official Website - archived)
- Official Website - Index
- Official Website - Downloads
- Official Website - Gallery
- Official Website - Wallpaper Mike Elgert: (Official Website - live)
- Official Website - Index
- Official Website - Shop
eCards
- eCards:
- Dreamend "The Long Forgotten Friend" (2)
- Toman "Perhaps We Should Have Smoked The Salmon First" (2)
Posters
- Posters:
- Dreamend "The Long Forgotten Friend" - Promo Poster
- Graveface Records - Day of the Dead Showcase Posters (2)
- Rob Dickinson - Concert (2)
- Macomb College - Battle of the Bands (rejected)
Collateral
- Collateral:
- Graveface Records Stationery (4)
- Graveface Records Catalog (coming soon)
- Dreamend "The Long Forgotten Friend" Double Gatefold Album Layout and Stickers (coming soon)
Web Ads
- Web Ads:
- Curtis Granderson - Grand Kids Foundation Celebrity Shoot-Out
- more soon!
Packaging
- Packaging:
- 4 Oranges - Wine Label
- Dreamend "The Long Forgotten Friend" - Double Gatefold Layout and Stickers (coming soon)
Logos
- Logos:
- coming soon!
Illustrations
- Illustrations:
- 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS High Sport
- Jaguar - Hood Ornament
- Natalie Imbruglia
- Koko the Gorilla
- Lydia Hurst
- Rado Watch
- Leather Jacket
- Rob Dickinson
Traditional with acrylic paints, Prismacolor markers and pencils.
Abstract Paintings
- Abstract Paintings:
Acrylic on canvas: 1995-2009.
About Me
I've been creative since I was a kid in Detroit watching Mr. Dressup; now I live in the 'burbs and watch HGTV. That
kid with the bowl hair cut is alive and well and looking
to do great things... minus the bowl hair cut, of course.
I am self-motivated and extremely detail-oriented with exceptional verbal and written communication skills. I'm also "Monk-ish" in my organizational skills. I take great pride in my work and excel both in working on my own and in team projects.
My range extends from print to web to social media. I am well versed in traditional design, such as printed materials like direct mail pieces, catalog design and layout, business cards, stationery, typography, logos, and posters as well as basic HTML/CSS web sites that focus on design, navigation, structure, and ease of use for the end user. I also enjoy the challenge of writing witty, eye-catching copy and have experience with wayfinding systems and signage.
While most know me simply as Kostandinos, some may also know me from my work as suedecrush; 2009 celebrates my sixth year under that moniker.
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My Services
- Graphic / Web / eBlast Design
- Catalog Design & Layout
- Product Labels / POP Signage
- Billboards / Trade Show Displays
- Posters / Flyers / Direct Mailers / Brochures
- Print / Web Ads & Banners
- Copywriting / Branding
- Marketing / Social Media
- Illustration / Abstract Painting
- Color
- CSS (basic)
- Dreamweaver
- Flash (basic)
- HTML (basic)
- Illustrator
- InDesign (pretty damn good)
- Layout
- Photoshop
- Typography
- WordPress (basic)
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Portfolio & ResumePassionate Graphic and Web Designer with skills extending to Branding and Social Media. Adept at finding information on the web, utilizing new tools, building relationships, and making new connections.
In my current position, I've simultaneously developed and maintained new brand identities for three companies, dozens of products and multiple catalogs, resulting in stronger brand images and products being carried nationally.
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Contact Info
Kostandinos (Ko-stan-dee-nos)
suedecrush
(suede-crush)
Detroit - Madison Heights - Macomb Township
Michigan, USA
Telephone: +1 248.321.6677
E-mail: info@kostandinos.com
Social Media Outposts
Colophon
Many long nights were spent crafting this version of my website. Special thanks to four key
individuals with help along the way: Liz Gelfusa, Matt Propst, Adelle Charles and Kelly Clarke.
I've also been lucky to work with some pretty talented individuals over the years, and their creativity has
sparked a lot of what you see here.
Talented
- FRIENDS
- Lynne Avadenka - book / paper artist
- Dawn Boomsma - photographer
- Kelly Clarke - graphic / web designer
- Mike Elgert - musician
- Liz Gelfusa - graphic / web designer
- Mark Goerlich - photographer / web developer
- Brad Jendza - illustrator / musician
- Laura Reimer Jones - multimedia designer
- Jason Katke - web designer / developer
- Matt Propst - web developer
- Darin Radimaker - illustrator
- Shawn Sears - web developer
- Imran Sheikh - illustrator / concept artist
- Nate Srugis - graphic designer
- Rob Dickinson - musician
- Dreamend - indie band
- Graveface Records - indie record label
- Abduzeedo
- Adelle Charles
- CSS-Tricks
- The Design Cubicle
- The Dieline
- Fuel Your Creativity
- Inspired Magazine
- Jason Santa Maria
- Eric Karjaluoto
- Made By Guerrilla
- Francesco Mugnai
- Pattern Tap
- Pro Blogger
- PV.M Garage
- Smashing Magazine
- Submit CSS
- Terry White's Tech Blog
- Gary Vaynerchuk
- Web Design Ledger
- Web Designer Wall
CLIENTS
CREATIVES
Links
- BE KIND TO ANIMALS
- American Brittany Rescue
- Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
- Jane Goodall
- Koko / The Gorilla Foundation
- Michigan Humane Society
- National Brittany Rescue and Adoption Network
- Piero Fornasetti
- Mr. Dressup
- Pollock-Krasner House
- Rothko Chapel
- Storm Thorgerson
- Class Three Overbite
- Detroit Tigers
- Detroit Athletic
- Curtis Granderson Grand Kids Foundation
- Fathead
- Kid Rock
- Made In Detroit
- Motown Sports
- Terry White
- Utrecht - Royal Oak
- Emily Haines
- Bernard Fanning
- Ladytron
- Metric
- Monster Movie
- Morrissey
- Ours
- Pearl Jam
- Powderfinger
- Yeah Yeah Yeahs
ARTISTS OF INSPIRATION
DETROIT
MUSIC IS HAPPINESS
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