Pigeonboy is a very talented illustrator and graphic designer based in Melbourne and more importantly a really great bloke. We stumbled across Pigeonboy's awesome instagram account and loved his rad illustrations that had us laughing as well. Mavericks Laces teamed up with Pigeonboy to create a new packaging concept for our new Street Laces range. Pigeonboy created two stickers that defined a 'Maverick' in his eyes, these stickers are combined with a resealable black pouch that keeps your street laces safe and secure so you can sleep easy at night.
We are totally stocked with these illustrations, with their sharp monochrome lines, cartoon style and plenty of humour.
All Street Laces 6 Pack orders will arrive in one of these special custom illustration packages, while any order of street laces will receive a sticker of either artwork with their order.
We have interviewed Pigeonboy to find out what makes the man tick - check it out here.
Cheers from the Mavs team.
Tomi is very talented, period. Her illustration work appears in the pages of Monocle Magazine, TIME Magazine and The New York Times to name a few. We were lucky enough to work with Tomi to produce a custom Springtime illustration for our mailer packaging to help launch our new SS14 range of colours. Her fun and quirky illustrations with pops of colour are a joy to behold and we couldn't be happier with the artwork she created for Mavericks Laces - you can see the final result here.
We asked Tomi to tell us a bit more about herself with our quick-fire Meet a Maverick Q&A.
What did you want to be when you were a kid?
Always wanted to be an artist growing up.
What do you do now and how did you end up there?
Now I am an illustrator and I love my work. I ended up here after years of trying different lines of work where I often felt like a misfit. It is truly gratifying to do everyday what I consider as my calling.
How would you describe your style of work?
Bustling, bubbly and good-time.
If you could work with any three people on a project who would they be?
Future-me, Euripides, Haruki Murakami.
What is your ninja skill?
I can sleep through anything.
What are you shit at?
Making small talk is so hard.
When you think of a ‘Maverick’ who comes to mind and because of what traits?
Beethoven’s music was groundbreaking in its days and still sounds fresh to modern ears.
What is your favourite creative outlet?
Drawing!
Where do you find inspiration?
People watching, museums, operas, movies, books
Favourite colour?
Primary colors, pastels
What pair of shoes do you wear the most?
Flip-flops, Mizuno running shoes
What tunes are you currently blasting and are they any good?
J.S. Bach Brandenburg Concertos No.1-3, Trevor Pinnock, Deutsche Grammophon, 2002.
Listening to this recording while working helps organise my thoughts and move my hand and draw faster.
Tomi Um is a very talented illustrator from NYC. We have admired Tomi's work for a while and we thought her fun and colourful style would compliment our new SS14 range of laces. So we bit the bullet and got on to her and asked her to create a custom illustration of Melbourne in springtime that we could apply to our mailer packaging to brighten up the day of all our online customers. At Mavericks we believe everything is a blank canvas, and our mailers are no exception, with some personality and colour you really can transform any boring object into something personal and fun.
We love this illustration scene, it sums up all the best things about spring time - the races, bbqs with friends, fun in the park and just general good vibes.
All online orders will receive one of these special custom illustrations on their mailer packaging for the months of spring and summer. There has never been a better reason to transform your shoes in the warmer months.
We have interviewed Tomi for our October Meet a Maverick Q&A - check it out here.
Cheers from the Mavs team.
Glen first appeared on our radar when he approached us about partnering with him to help promote ending youth suicide through Revolution Red Campaign. After a quick chat on the phone two things quickly became clear:
1) Glen is one positive and energetic dude with a passion to inspire people
2) We wanted to collaborate with him
So for the last month we have been promoting people to wear our red laces in support of Revolution Red and youth suicide on September 10. Proceeds from the sale of the laces have been passed on to Kids Helpline to ensure there is someone else on the end of the line for the youth who need it most.
It has truly been a pleasure to put our humble laces towards a good cause and we are grateful to have met a Maverick like Glen.
We recently got Glen to lace up and tell us a bit more about himself as the first instalment of our monthly interview series called Meet a Maverick.
Enjoy
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What did you want to be when you were a kid?
A Rockstar!
What do you do now and how did you end up there?
Motivational Speaker – I ended up here not intentionally but kinda by accident.
How would you describe your style of work?
Frenetic!
If you could work with any three people on a project who would they be?
Martin Luther King, Mohandas Gandhi , Vaclav Havel.
What is your ninja skill?
Inspiring people.
What are you shit at?
Relaxing.
When you think of a ‘Maverick’ who comes to mind and because of what traits?
Nelson Mandela – Because of his commitment to a cause.
What is your favourite creative outlet?
Writing and designing new motivational programs.
Where do you find inspiration?
People inspire me, I love hearing their stores and what makes them tick.
Favourite colour?
Red.
What pair of shoes do you wear the most?
Air Jordans.
What tunes are you currently blasting and are they any good?
Wing$
Empire State of Mind
The Fighter
Hall of Fame
In celebration of Fathers Day on September 7th check out some Dad related internet goodness below.
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One Awesome & Creative Dad
Dad illustrates kids’ sandwich bags with imaginative drawings every day. Most high school kids would choose school lunches over homemade lunches when given the choice. But not David LaFerriere’s kids Evan, 15, and Kenny, 14, because they’d miss out on their dad’s hand-drawn-surprise lunch bags!
http://bit.ly/1lV7Pz9
Via Flickr
"Dad I have something to tell you.."
Jimmy Kimmel recently got people to stand next to their father and admit to a lie they had told in the past...with hilarious results.
http://bzfd.it/1vKsIU0
Via Buzzfeed
Pinterest For Your Dad
Pinterest boards your Dad will actually want to check out. See, it isn't just for Mum's with iPads.
http://on.mash.to/1rx4XRj
Via Mashable
Which TV Dad Is Actually Your Father?
Your Mum lied. Take the test to find out. Please be Phil Dunphy, please be Phil Dunphy.....oh...Walter White!?
http://bzfd.it/1tzqRSL
Via Buzzfeed
Need some inspiration for treating your better half on Valentine’s Day? Lucky for you, you have come to the right place. Skip the cheesy restaurants and fine dining and man up. A Maverick takes matters in to his own hands! Time to get into the kitchen at home on Valentine’s day and cook up a wicked dish that will blow her away. Convinced? Good. Read on.
So you’ve decided to take the plunge and express your eternal love through the power of a home cooked meal. Bravo, we salute you! Now first of all you need a plan, as in a recipe. Below you will find our own secret breakfast and dinner recipes, complete with ingredients and simple instructions. You can’t go wrong ol’ chap!
BREAKFAST IN BED
Jay’s special smokin’ beans with eggs
