Game on

Our very own game... sort of. www.spiralstatic.com/portfolio/buddy-blaster/

Dead Flies Art

We've all had a giggle at these in the studio, as far as I can tell they're from the imagination of Swedish photographer Magnus Muhr. Brilliant

In good company

This morning we received a copy of 'Boxed and Labelled' a new book featuring some fantastic packaging from some great design agencies... and we're lucky enough to be in there too!

Did you know...

The Chupa Chups logo was designed in 1969 by Artist Salvador Dali. FACT!

Only 112 days to go!!!

Our local pub are already in the spirit or maybe just into the spirits?

A Smart Sign

Spotted this beautiful sign in Herne Bay, Kent.

Chart of the week

Packaging

I was given this by a good friend as it literally had my name on it... submit your own photos at www.jonessoda.com and they could appear on the label, it's a lovely idea which they’ve been running with for a few years now.

Great Tits

Thanks to Alex for spotting this.

I love the summer

Nothing like the feeling of grass between your toes

World Cup here we come

With the World Cup fever just around the corner we liked this new Table Soccer table inspired by recent stadium designs, perhaps we should get one for the studio?

Sleeveface.com

Love this website, submit your own Sleeveface and you could be included in a book being produced by the creators.

Illustration

Some work from our very good friend Sam Bassett, to see more take a peek at www.myspace.com/bassettsmilk

Rather unfortunate

Arkansas Razorback players Clarke Moore, Brett Goode and Casey Dick need to stop hanging out on the sidelines!

Water-loo

Apologies for the picture quality, turns out my

trusty camera isn't so trusty.

Top of the Charts

Hands down the best pie chart I've seen for a while.

Sigh*n

I can't help but think they're missing a trick.

Creative Review - The Annual 2009

After a long wait (7 weeks, but who's counting?) it arrived yesterday... whoop

Our friends in Portugal

A great grate

Uncanny

Today is David's birthday an occasion he shares with none other than Mr Bruce Willis, someone he seems to have a number of things in common with.

What's in a name

It certainly aroused my interest this morning.

Starman

Hurrah

Our property maintenance identity for Martin Newcombe will appear in this years Creative Review Annual, a publication that 'brings together the year's best work in visual communications', needless to say we're as pleased as punch!

Need a new colour palate?

Great fun, but I think we'll stick to the normal Pantone swatch books thanks Pantone, if DJ got his hands on this we'd never get any work done, and we certainly wouldn't get our colours right!

Primal office stationary

Sometimes you need something stronger to remove those stubborn staples!!!

Buddy 'took the world by storm'

It's 50 years today since the death of Buddy Holly. Although he died at just 23 years old, Holly has been described as "the single most influential creative force in early rock and roll." His music's definitely been aiding the creative process in the studio today.

Seasonal sculptures

Sculptures in my local park following the heaviest snowfalls in 18 years... some erected quicker than others I'd imagine.

V. clever

Thanks Alex for spotting this beautifully placed press ad.

Blue Monday

According to psychologists, yesterday was the 'most depressing' day of the year. So here at Buddy base camp we've made a little effort to cheer things up, Pantone 286 C has been pushed to the back of the cupboard in favour of its more cheerful relations.

Get to work with Buddy!

Produced and sold by The Genuine Scooter Co. (America's smallest scooter company), you can't beat a Buddy for its seamless blend of modern technology, practicality and vintage style. www.genuinescooters.com

A sign of the times

Created during World War ll, this timeless poster delivered a simple message - and one that's just as applicable over 60 years on.