Ok, so I have to admit, not only did I nearly forget to do this (yes, I’m losing my mind) but I have also only ever visited YouTube once in my life before this. So, going to YouTube for this post was an experience all around. I had no idea that it could be very much like a MySpace page only better. Hmmm….the things you learn….
The first portfolio I visited was by kamikazi420td. Ok, so this was the first one on the list, but it was the thubnail image that caught my attention. This site had fantastic music set to a moving slideshow of works. The portofilio shows a great array of skills ranging from annual reports for Starbucks to logos, t-shirts and the like. I have to say, being able to browse portfolios here in YouTube is just as informative as browsing portfolio sites across the web and at impactfolios, but it’s almost more captivating when the music chosen is right for the work and the mood and speed of the show. Which this one suits perfectly. The only thing I found I did not like is that unless you subscribe you do not know who this site belongs to. He doesn’t put his name anywhere on it. Made it diffiult for me to give him credit. So….hope he recognizes his screen name (above) and so do others….
The second site I visited is the portfolio of Olivier Lataud from France (nolive69). This site is AWESOME!!! It’s a visual treat in nearly 3D. You travel into and through his works. It’s bright. It’s live action. It’s alive. And as with kamikaze420td, the music perfectly suits the mood and speed of the site. The only drawback is that the images are not quite as memorable because you get so caught up in the action of the thing, but, it’s a site you would want to replay and revisit, so I’m not sure that this would overall be a problem. What did I learn? I learned I want to know how to do what he did…..
There are so many other sites that I want to take a look at like :
Graphic Design Exposition Japan http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1_M2na3fdU&feature=related.
Typolution http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVPfTlpCKaw&feature=related
YSDN-What is Graphic Design? (A Type Exloration Project) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CvAPBQL_0Y&feature=related
I’m sure there are others, so I’m sure I’ll be back. I have a lot more to see. So, we’ll talk more later. Thanks again for visiting. I’m off to start my day! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving for those that celebrate. For those who don’t, may the spirit of the holiday find you healthy and happy.
hey! I sawf Olivier Lataud video as well while browsing, really cool and it gets me really excited about motion graphics. I’m glad I haven’t taken it yet because these videos are great ways for me to see the different roads I can take to make an awesome motion graphic
I’m right there with you as far as getting these blogs out, its hard to remember to do a lot of times, much less getting them done early. great videos, good music, good works in them, overall great stuff you found.