Not For Squares » limited edition http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com Genesis of an Art Business called Coulson Macleod Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:00:34 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.5 Coulson Macleod Goes Gaga For Ginkgo http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/04/01/coulson-macleod-goes-gaga-for-ginkgo/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/04/01/coulson-macleod-goes-gaga-for-ginkgo/#comments Thu, 01 Apr 2010 09:01:07 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=1177 It’s my birthday today, and yes, I’m an April Fool!

I’ve been salivating over the Ginkgo print from Daniel Baer since I first saw it, flicking through the graphic design magazine Grafik. This morning I unwrapped my gift from Coulson, and Ta Da!

Ginkgo

A gorgeous A3 poster of ginkgo leaves by the super-talented Daniel Baer.

Daniel used a very complex process to make this simple and delicate golden stem. According to Grafik, it’s a foil-stamped, multi-levelled embossing, using hand-engraved metal plates to create the highly detailed texture, similar to etching.

The relief effect works so well with the ginkgo, a plant that is described as a living fossil.  The leaves are pressed into the paper in much the same way a fossil is found in a rock. The ginkgo leaves look both ancient and modern against their white background.

The Ginkgo is limited to 90 prints, so if you want one too, you’d better be quick.
Daniel Baer, a Swiss-born artist, has also designed for Liberty.
]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/04/01/coulson-macleod-goes-gaga-for-ginkgo/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod — A Simple Little Love Story http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/03/05/coulson-macleod-a-simple-little-love-story/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/03/05/coulson-macleod-a-simple-little-love-story/#comments Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:05:14 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=1111

Kevin Roberts, CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi Worldwide wrote this lovely piece about us on his blog KR Connect,

“A few weeks ago, I discovered Coulson Macleod, an art business making waves from Northamptonshire. It’s the creation of Mark Coulson and Hannah Macleod, a couple who share a striking design aesthetic, radically positive ambition, and, most importantly, love.

I’ve bought several of their pieces, which are all hand-finished in limited editions. The works in the Love Collection are favorites of mine – bold typographic designs featuring declarations of feeling and famous romantic lines from classic movies. Other collections celebrate the pop culture of decades past, the icons of music history and the spirit of Cool Britannia – all topics close to the heart.

After I sent the team a note of encouragement, Hannah Macleod shared the company’s “simple little love story” with me. It’s also a story of smart, down-to-earth entrepreneurship. After falling in love, the couple began working together. Wanting new art for their home, but not able to afford high-end prices, they decided to design their own rather than deign to buy mass-produced prints, and thus Coulson Macleod was born.

Starting small in March 2009, Hannah and Mark didn’t have big dollars for promotion, but built their own website and showcased their designs online. The work spoke for itself, and with growing sales they could soon begin advertising in top interiors magazines. Now, Coulson Macleod fields orders from all over the world, and tracks the buzz on their blog. Brides-to-be have contacted them to ask if they can read out the quote from the “What Is Love?” piece at their wedding – a special request as this was written by Mark.

As Hannah described it to me, the company is “built on love and driven by passion”. The world needs more entrepreneurs like this. Here’s to spreading the Love.”

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/03/05/coulson-macleod-a-simple-little-love-story/feed/ 2 Coulson Macleod Makes A Noise http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/26/coulson-macleod-makes-a-noise/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/26/coulson-macleod-makes-a-noise/#comments Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:19:20 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=1081 Just had some really great close-up shots of our limited edition canvas print ‘American Noise’ — and we think they look fantastic.

Our canvas prints are finished by hand, by experienced local craftsmen.  We use a natural (100% cotton), textured canvas, complemented by a chunky (45mm deep) Dutch spruce frame.

Let us know what you think.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/26/coulson-macleod-makes-a-noise/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod Is All Loved Up http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/14/coulson-macleod-is-all-loved-up/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/14/coulson-macleod-is-all-loved-up/#comments Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:00:38 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=976 Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The ultimate romantic gift. Written by Coulson for Macleod when he fell in love with her.

If any of you received a Coulson Macleod Love print for Valentine’s Day, do let us know. x

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/14/coulson-macleod-is-all-loved-up/feed/ 3 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days of February: Day 9 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/09/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-9/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/09/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-9/#comments Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:44:13 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=947 Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

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Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/08/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-8/feed/ 0 Saatchi & Saatchi Boss Buys Coulson Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/07/saatchi-saatchi-boss-buys-coulson-macleod/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/07/saatchi-saatchi-boss-buys-coulson-macleod/#comments Sun, 07 Feb 2010 11:43:33 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=933 Kevin Roberts, CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi has bought several of Coulson Macleod’s Love prints.

Kevin Roberts very kindly gave Coulson Macleod permission to use his name.

In fact Kevin (yep we’re on first name terms!) sent me a handwritten note that basically said well done and that the world needs entrepreneurs. He also said that I could tell the world that he’d bought our art and that if I sent him our story, he’d put it on his blog.

Saatchi & Saatchi is one of the world’s leading creative organisations, and Kevin leads a team of 6,000 people in 150 offices across 86 countries.  And yet  he somehow found the time for Coulson Macleod. It’s nice to have friends in high-up places.

Saatchi & Saatchi created Lovemarks. LovemarksThey wanted to know what makes some brands inspirational, while others struggle?  Their answer was “future beyond brands”. They write on their website, “Lovemarks transcends brands. They reach your heart as well as  your mind, creating an intimate, emotional connection that you just can’t live without. Ever. Lovemarks are a relationship, not a mere transaction. You don’t just buy Lovemarks, you embrace them passionately. Lovemarks inspire.”

Saatchi & Saatchi Lovemarks

Now we like to think Coulson Macleod is a Lovemark. And maybe, just maybe, so does Saatchi & Saatchi.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/07/saatchi-saatchi-boss-buys-coulson-macleod/feed/ 1 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days Of February: Day 7 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/07/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-7/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/07/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-7/#comments Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:29:18 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=930 Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/07/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-7/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days Of February: Day 6 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/06/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-6/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/06/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-6/#comments Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:04:09 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=915 What Is Love?

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/06/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-6/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days Of February: Day 5 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/05/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-5/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/05/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-5/#comments Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:52:05 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=907 Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/05/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-5/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days Of February: Day 4 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/04/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-4/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/04/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-4/#comments Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:19:18 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=900 You Had Me at Hello

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/04/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-4/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days Of February: Day 3 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/03/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-3/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/03/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-3/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:50:10 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=890 P.S. I Love You

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/03/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-3/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days Of February: Day 2 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/02/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-2/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/02/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-2/#comments Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:40:04 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=879 Do You Love Me.

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/02/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-2/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod’s 14 Days Of February: Day 1 http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/01/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-1/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/01/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-1/#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:11:37 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=861 Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.

Coulson Macleod limited edition (x 250) vintage-style typographic art print. £199.

Free delivery within the UK.

]]> http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/02/01/coulson-macleods-14-days-of-february-day-1/feed/ 0 Coulson Macleod’s Distressed Typographic Art http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/01/19/coulson-macleods-junk-shop-art/ http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/2010/01/19/coulson-macleods-junk-shop-art/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:11:12 +0000 Macleod http://www.blog.coulsonmacleod.com/?p=723 Coulson Macleod’s latest collection, Curio, has come about because we love rummaging around old junk shops. We live in hope of unearthing some amazing long-forgotten treasure. We usually don’t. So we’ve recreated two actual adverts, just the sort of thing we’d like to find, but didn’t.

Believe it or not these are actual adverts. We’ve given them the Coulson Macleod treatment — distressed text, rough-sawn solid oak frame, for a vintage, worn, and well-loved look.

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

Coulson Macleod limited edition typographic art

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