NUIT NOIRE WINERY
The identity and branding for the hypothetical Nuit Noire Winery was based around the idea that a simple typographic message with certain words emphasized could persuade you to buy it. Below is the logo and stationary, bottle labels, and website.
The identity and branding for the hypothetical Nuit Noire Winery was based around the idea that a simple typographic message with certain words emphasized could persuade you to buy it. Below is the logo and stationary, bottle labels, and website.
SWAY — ISSUE 1
Sway is an experimental zine I started with Jarrett Fuller to provide a creative outlet for each of us to explore topics of interest and grow as designers. Each issue of Sway has a predetermined theme and we are then given six spreads each and two weeks to respond in any way we wish to that theme. Other constraints are decided upon before design of the issue begins.
For the first issue “space” was the chosen theme because of it's wide range of meanings (outer space, spacial perception, personal space, etc) and in the end found it to be open enough that we'd approach it differently but would still feel unified when we came back together at the end of the two weeks. We separately spent our time researching and exploring the theme and finding essays, imagery, articles, and facts from various sources we could include.
Download the PDF of Issue 1: Space
Sway is an experimental zine I started with Jarrett Fuller to provide a creative outlet for each of us to explore topics of interest and grow as designers. Each issue of Sway has a predetermined theme and we are then given six spreads each and two weeks to respond in any way we wish to that theme. Other constraints are decided upon before design of the issue begins.
For the first issue “space” was the chosen theme because of it's wide range of meanings (outer space, spacial perception, personal space, etc) and in the end found it to be open enough that we'd approach it differently but would still feel unified when we came back together at the end of the two weeks. We separately spent our time researching and exploring the theme and finding essays, imagery, articles, and facts from various sources we could include.
Download the PDF of Issue 1: Space
SWAY — ISSUE 2
Issue 2 of Sway centers around the theme of “Nostalgia”. The same rules and constraints from Issue 1 were applied to the design of this issue.
Download the PDF of Issue 2: Nostalgia
Issue 2 of Sway centers around the theme of “Nostalgia”. The same rules and constraints from Issue 1 were applied to the design of this issue.
Download the PDF of Issue 2: Nostalgia
RUE — MISSING SCARS
Concept art/layout for the jacket, inner sleeve, and center labels of the Rue — Missing Scars LP.
Concept art/layout for the jacket, inner sleeve, and center labels of the Rue — Missing Scars LP.
BENYA BARSHAI
Website for the composer and guitarist Benya Barshai.
Website for the composer and guitarist Benya Barshai.
VAMP MAGAZINE
VAMP is a concept magazine about D.I.Y. ethics within the underground music scene. The editorial direction centers on a strict grid structure and a simple color palette to allow the content to be the center focus. The design strives for simplicity with a focus on organization over ornamentation, with some influence from punk zines/culture mixed in.
VAMP is a concept magazine about D.I.Y. ethics within the underground music scene. The editorial direction centers on a strict grid structure and a simple color palette to allow the content to be the center focus. The design strives for simplicity with a focus on organization over ornamentation, with some influence from punk zines/culture mixed in.
DIOR BOUTIQUE TRIPARTITE CATALOGS
Catalogs for the hypothetical Dior Boutique Tripartite fashion event. Each designer featured in the event is represented by a specific typeface and color.
Catalogs for the hypothetical Dior Boutique Tripartite fashion event. Each designer featured in the event is represented by a specific typeface and color.
DIOR BOUTIQUE TRIPARTITE POSTERS
Wheatpaste posters for the hypothetical Dior Boutique Tripartite event. A limited color palette was used because they were expendable. Each poster uses the its respective designer’s event identity.
Wheatpaste posters for the hypothetical Dior Boutique Tripartite event. A limited color palette was used because they were expendable. Each poster uses the its respective designer’s event identity.
SHOW/TOUR/GIG FLIERS
These posters were created for a few of my favorite bands. Each poster was designed based on packaging from each band’s past catalog of work and the mood that their music creates.
These posters were created for a few of my favorite bands. Each poster was designed based on packaging from each band’s past catalog of work and the mood that their music creates.
NERVOUS ATTACK RECORDINGS
I run a record label called Nervous Attack Recordings. I also design the artwork and packaging for each release. Below is the logo, stationary and website for the label.
Visit the discography website.
I run a record label called Nervous Attack Recordings. I also design the artwork and packaging for each release. Below is the logo, stationary and website for the label.
Visit the discography website.
PERENNIAL
Perennial is a decorative typeface with two weights, light and medium. It is currently vector-based, but I am slowly working on the programming to make it a real, usable font.
Perennial is a decorative typeface with two weights, light and medium. It is currently vector-based, but I am slowly working on the programming to make it a real, usable font.
HEURT — INTO THE LIGHT
Concept art/layout for the jacket, inner sleeve, and center labels of the Heurt — Into the Light 12".
Concept art/layout for the jacket, inner sleeve, and center labels of the Heurt — Into the Light 12".
TYPOGRAPHY EXPERIMENTS
STRIDES FOR SHELTER
I annually design the flyer, T-shirt, and other print media for the Strides For Shelter 5K Run/Walk in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Shown here is the website and T-shirt designs for 2011, 2010, and 2009, respectively.
I annually design the flyer, T-shirt, and other print media for the Strides For Shelter 5K Run/Walk in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Shown here is the website and T-shirt designs for 2011, 2010, and 2009, respectively.
KING DISPLAY
King Display is the first typeface I designed. The result is a condensed typeface with a slight Art Deco influence. It is currently vector-based, but I am slowly working on the programming to make it a real, usable font.
King Display is the first typeface I designed. The result is a condensed typeface with a slight Art Deco influence. It is currently vector-based, but I am slowly working on the programming to make it a real, usable font.
VERVAIN
A concept newspaper of only one article per issue.
A website was also created as a collateral piece.
A concept newspaper of only one article per issue.
A website was also created as a collateral piece.
BUKOWSKI
FLOWERS
GLOOM SQUAD
Morrissey, Robert Smith, Ian Curtis
Morrissey, Robert Smith, Ian Curtis
THE CATCHER IN THE RYE
GRIM/KVLT
2010 PHOTOGRAPHY
A few snapshots from 2010.
A few snapshots from 2010.
ABOUT/CONTACT
My name is Rory King and I am extremely passionate about layout/editorial design, typography, identity, art, technology, and music. I am a firm believer in pushing the boundaries of every creative venture I partake in. Other things I enjoy are silkscreening, stand-up comedy, wine, and Twin Peaks.
I'm available for full-time employment or freelance work and would love to work with you, so contact me if you are interested in hiring me. Also feel free to send me any inquiries or anything else you feel like sharing. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks.
rorykingdesign@gmail.com
Résumé
My name is Rory King and I am extremely passionate about layout/editorial design, typography, identity, art, technology, and music. I am a firm believer in pushing the boundaries of every creative venture I partake in. Other things I enjoy are silkscreening, stand-up comedy, wine, and Twin Peaks.
I'm available for full-time employment or freelance work and would love to work with you, so contact me if you are interested in hiring me. Also feel free to send me any inquiries or anything else you feel like sharing. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks.
rorykingdesign@gmail.com
Résumé
RORY KING DESIGN
PRINT & WEB DESIGN
ILLUSTRATIONS
PHOTOGRAPHY
© 2007–2012 Rory King. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT & WEB DESIGN
- Nuit Noire Winery
- Sway — Issue 1
- Sway — Issue 2
- Rue LP
- Benya Barshai
- VAMP Magazine
- Dior Tripartite Catalogs
- Dior Tripartite Posters
- Show/Tour/Gig Fliers
- Nervous Attack Recordings
- Perennial Typeface
- Heurt 12"
- Typography Experiments
- Strides For Shelter
- King Display Typeface
- Vervain
ILLUSTRATIONS
- Bukowski
- Flowers
- Gloom Squad
- The Catcher In The Rye
PHOTOGRAPHY
- Grim/Kvlt
- 2010 Collection
- ABOUT / CONTACT
© 2007–2012 Rory King. All Rights Reserved.