Flamingos re-loading iBlues PE24

Flamingos are back with the re-loading of Marta Grossi's iconic capsule, for the new iBlues PE24 collection - Waiting for Anniversary.

Happy to rediscover my pattern designs created for iBlues - in new shades and patterns - to celebrate a brand I hold in my heart.

The items are now available on the official website: https://it.iblues.it/

A big hug to those who have loved this print since forever, and who now find it again in this new version!

Shooting from iBlues team.

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Marta

I am collaborating with T.E.A.M. Time Enhanced Architectural Modeling to explore endless possibilities of connection between VR and design.

Creating a brand image for an ongoing research project about VR and conceptual ideas - you can only experience with virtual reality - was very challenging. We used colors and the glitch concept to define the idea of time and space.

What’s T.E.A.M.?

T.E.A.M. – Time Enhanced Architectural Modeling – is a research project inside Poplab that was created to facilitate the design of kinetic projects. Time is the ingredient that allows dynamism.

We transform architecture and design into experiences to be lived in virtual reality.

Original Experiences - we develop virtual narratives of architecture, some we have designed and some that already exist.
Design in VR - we offer a platform in VR where it is possible for architects and designers to create and modify their projects in a simulated world, varying in real time the characteristics of the objects and the environment.

T.E.A.M. was born as a R&D project from a specific consideration: normally, in digital, we design by creating three-dimensional models on two-dimensional devices. We have not found any software on the market that allows designers to create structures and generate dynamic relationships between them while immersed in a three-dimensional space. Dealing every day with the design of spaces, we imagined that such a tool could be extremely useful and we are therefore realizing it thanks to VR technology.

For more info about the project:

https://www.poplab-team.org/

#75 "Salotto urbano" di Marta Grossi x The Torineser

Out of a desire to shine a light on the thousand faces of the city, a collaborative project with artists from Turin was born. Inspired by the iconic covers of The New Yorker, The Torineser, is a collection of author's views of the city of Turin.

With enormous pleasure, I share my first project designed and created for the city of Turin, which has become my home for almost two years now.

I chose this subject because it is one of my favorite places and combines architecture and nature - but it is also a place of reflection, breathing and connection.

A big thank you to The Torineser e Curve Creative Studio + Marco Gallo.

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Salotto Urbano – illustrazione di Marta Grossi

Un rifugio dove la natura sembra aver preso il sopravvento, eccetto per il suono
dei passi sulle piastrelle di marmo e il profumo del caffè di Baratti e Milano appena macinato. In una volta di vetro e ferro battuto, la Galleria Subalpina si trasforma
in un giardino segreto sospeso nel tempo. Il secret spot di oggi è la settantacinquesima copertina di The Torineser, illustrata da Marta Grossi (@martabunny). 

Pregiata stampa giclée su carta Fine Art Decor Smooth Art 210g.

Carta di qualità museale priva di acidi, caratterizzata da un tono bianco naturale, da una finitura liscia vellutata e una superficie leggermente ruvida.
Colori brillanti e neri più profondi, una qualità dedicata ai veri amanti dell’illustrazione.

Questo poster viene realizzato con un margine bianco che incornicia elegantemente l’immagine.

At this link you can find the online shop, with my artwork and different sizes and options:

https://www.thetorineser.com/products/75-salotto-urbano-di-marta-grossi?_pos=1&_psq=marta&_ss=e&_v=1.0

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The most skilled chocolatiers, the finest ingredients, the most delicious recipes. 

MAISON XXII's selection of chocolate delights is second to none. 

With artisanal milk and dark chocolate treats from France, beautiful and mouthwatering creations from Belgium, and other innovative taste sensations passed down through European history, our irresistible confectionery will leave a sweet impression on you and your loved ones. 

Experience the sublime, delicate flavours and textures of MAISON XXII's meticulously crafted edible pleasures today.

Images and copyright property of Maison XXII.

Teaming up with Oneinzero Limited Hong Kong, I directed the shooting for the Summer & Winter Limited Edition of The SINGLETON of Glen Ord 35 Year Old launches in HK.

The SINGLETON of Glen Ord has today unveiled its Summer & Winter Limited Edition expression of The SINGLETON of Glen Ord 35 Year Old in Hong Kong, offering whisky lovers an exceptionally well-balanced single malt whisky experience. Only 999 bottles of this prestigious edition are available worldwide, including 90 in Hong Kong, available by request. 

The Summer and Winter Limited Edition of The SINGLETON of Glen Ord 35 Year Old epitomises the perfect balance for which The SINGLETON is world famous. This one-of-a-kind liquid is a blend of two superbly aged whiskies, which were first distilled in the winter and summer months respectively. The natural difference in temperature between these two periods results in two whiskies with unique characteristics, which combine to form a single malt whiskey of the highest quality. Aged in an equal combination of American bourbon and European sherry casks, The SINGLETON of Glen Ord 35 Year Old exemplifies the perfect balance, richness and smoothness that appeal to connoisseurs of single malt Scotch whisky.

BREATHROUGH LIMITED EDITION POSTER

MAISON XXII Conceptualised in Les Baux-de-Provence, MAISON XXII dedicates to channel the way of European living into a fascinating journey of sensory inspiration. The joyful freedom of life under the Provençal sun, MAISON XXII is the pure spirit of Les Baux-de-Provence, the finest of European living. 

I created a series of illustrations for the 3-storey concept store LA PETITE MAISON XXII in the enchanting St. Francis Street - Wanchai area in Hong Kong.

The windows are covered with some of the iconic patterns, reflecting the style and the essence of the brand.

Le anime volanti is an art performance exclusively created for Rovigoracconta, a cultural art and musical festival in the city of Rovigo - the place where I am born in the Veneto region of Northeast Italy.
The name in Italian literally means “flying souls”.

Before the art performance I painted 450 sheets of paper in A5 size, using the signature orange of the festival, and merging the palette with a deep blue, leaving only a white space in the middle.

In order to obtain an immersive experience inside a beautiful Venetian room of Palazzo Nagliati - a historic place in the city center - we hung the colored sheets from the ceiling, from different heights and placements.
The soft wind coming from the windows and even the most imperceptible human movement created a suspended and floating effect.

During two days and four sessions the art performance took place, the concept was to host a maximum of two people for a couple of minutes.
We asked to live the present moment and to not take photos and videos.
Something quite challenging in the digital and social era we are living.

I was waiting every person on the opposite side of the room, asking each to walk between the anime volanti - look around - and to pick one and bring it to me. Then I personally asked everyone to answer the question: HOW DO YOU FEEL NOW?

Based on the answer I chose a word, that I wrote in the middle of the sheet in black Japanese ink.
The person could then leave the room and take their own ANIMA VOLANTE at home.

Every human who crossed that room found a different scenario every time, because the person before was taking a little part of the installation. A changing room, a continuous evolution of space. We were only living in the NOW.

At the end of the two days of performance the room was empty and only the very high sheets had been left in the ceiling.

To remind us to embrace the present moment and to slow down to welcome the beauty that surrounds us every day.

Thank you again from my heart to yours

Special thanks to the organization of Rovigoracconta and to all the volunteers.

To @amiciaccademiarovigo for the space. 
Video by @andreaverzola89 

GRAFFITI & BANANAS EXHIBITION - The Art of the Street

4.9.2020 –21.3.2021 | Nordico Stadtmuseum Linz

Is this art or can it be trashed? Graffiti and street art have a way of polarising: wilful damage to property for some, for others added value or even art for the city and its inhabitants. When U.S.- American subculture came into being in the 1960s, graffiti became omnipresent in urban environments all over the world.

Since the 1980s a graffiti scene has developed in Linz, too, which became socially acceptable at the latest with the creation of Mural Harbor.

It did not take long for its potential for tourism and business to be discovered. Covering a wide range from “signatures”, political slogans, stencil images and stickers on garbage cans to large-scale colourful spray paintings, these anti- establishment comments are to be found practically everywhere in Linz’s urban landscape. Unauthorised art takes possession of the city, raising once more the question of who public space belongs to. External determination, the culture of permissiveness and self-empowerment are all part of our societal structure and have incrementally been gaining in importance ever since the Covid-19 pandemic became part of everyday life.

The exhibition is the first of its kind to address the history of graffiti and street art in Linz. Photos, reports and contemporary topical art- works illustrate an urban movement whose pictorial language reflects in its murals the sociopolitical climate of our city.

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I am honored to have been invited to exhibit my project Banana Graffiti, including a live painting performance during the opening in Linz, on September 3th, 2020.

Curator: Klaudia Kreslehner

www.nordico.at

Hall of Fame:

ASK, B, CHINAGIRL TILE, HOECK&COVEN, ILLUNIS, KAMI, LOL, MAMUT&KRYOT, MARS, ONETWO CREW, OONA VALARIE, HELGA SCHAGER, SHED, SHUE77, SKERO, VIDEO.SCKRE, WALZE

Mit Werken von Andrea Böning, Robbie Conal, Faile, Shepard Fairey, Faith47, Frau Isa, Ben Frost, Vasilena Gankovska, Gregor Graf, Margit Greinöcker & Betty Wimmer, Marta Grossi, Reinhard Gupfinger, Gerhard Haderer, Reinhard Haider, Keith Haring, Douglas Hoekzema, Eginhartz Kanter, Anton Kehrer, Roland Maurmair, Perfekt World, Pose, Leo Schatzl, Stinkfish, Coco Wasabi, u.a.

On the poster:

Lions Wall by Video Oner, Berlin 2017 Foto: Marc Bauer

Palmiero’s creations are haute couture jewels that communicate through the language of sculpture and the vocabulary commonly used by artists, who shape the matter to give it a soul.

I was honored to create a series of unique artworks, inspired by four collections of Palmiero and this is a little preview of the process.

The full collection was exclusively revealed at the Haute Jewels in Geneva.

Thank you for letting me inside this incredible world, and to discover more about this Italian excellence.

#hautecouturejewelry

An open conversation that starts from the breath through millenary traditions, music and science.

Breathrough is a traveling format, a mix of breathing practices for emotional, physical and mental well-being.

An invitation to listen to yourself.

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Una conversazione aperta che parte dal respiro passando attraverso tradizioni millenarie musica e scienza.

Breathrough è un format itinerante, un mix sinergico di pratiche del respiro per uso terapeutico con l’intento di diffondere il benessere emozionale, fisico e mentale.

Un invito a prendersi spazio e tempo per ascoltarsi.

Angela Grossi

founder e trainer di BREATHROUGH

Follow:

https://www.instagram.com/breathrough_/

The 1980s saw Kitchen Infinity emerge as the innovator of lifestyle and kitchen solutions. By importing German-quality Gaggenau and Poggenpohl products to Hong Kong, Kitchen Infinity brought the world’s best design to Asian homes. It was a time of changing attitudes and evolving visions, where old ways were questioned and new thinking embraced.

The company’s range expanded throughout the 1990s and by the 2010s, we have expanded our range to include Aran, Nobilia and now Aber. Kitchen Infinity has refined design and commitment – elevating service to world’s best standards, bringing sophistication, elegance and functionality to contemporary living.

With the Oneinzero team we curated the branding development, events and merchandising.

Private Collection.

My cover design for Rossella E. Frigerio
and One blue dot is out!
Thank you for your trust, and inspiring friendship.

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“What is your idea of perfect happiness?”
So begins the Proust Questionnaire.
A set of 35 questions written by Marcel Proust in the late 1800s, it was designed as a parlour game to uncover the true nature of each player. In our first book, What is your idea of perfect happiness?, we’ve asked 23 incredible individuals to share their answers to 10 of these questions.
Featuring everyone from an artisan chocolatier in Italy to a concept store owner in Lebanon, their insights offer inspiring glimpses into the beauty of each singular life lived. Inspired by our stories on visionary creatives that are carving out a distinct new way of being, the book includes a previously unpublished conversation with ROWSE co-founders Nuria Val and Gabriela Salord.
Delve into this edit of conversations as a reminder that curiosity is essential to fulfilment.
Released worldwide on 21 March 2023.

Who’s featured
From contemporary artists to a meditation expert, the book includes conversations with James Reka, Karmen Tang, Fred Rigby, and Bianca Gregg.

Where it is available
The e-format of the book can be purchased across Amazon internationally - including from Amazon US, Amazon Australia, Amazon Japan and Amazon UK - Barnes & Noble, Apple iBook Store, Rakuten Kobo and Hoepli.
The colour printed paperback format of the book can be purchased from the shelves of Amazon, La Feltrinelli, Totem Books and Mondadori, amongst others.
Delivered worldwide.

E-book: €9,99. Printed paperback: €14,99.

More info here:
https://lnkd.in/eygKWGBM

#design #share #book #cover #blue #today

For this handmade menù design, I wanted to recreate the see of Puglia and the feeling of heritage and handcraft in a modern twist.

Every piece is unique and different. Like the culinary experience inside the beautiful setting of Castello di Ugento.

The restaurant, Il Tempo Nuovo, a sleek gourmet retreat under dramatic vaulted ceilings, is the setting for mouthwatering seasonal specialities created by Chef Tommaso and his team, showcasing only fresh ingredients and market finds. Chef Tommaso proposes his Menu del Giorno and you will be taken on a culinary journey of refined and delicate Pugliese cuisine.

"Timeless wardrobe essentials
made from the world's best fabrics
at the most disruptive prices ever seen"
 
Grana offers exceptionally high quality essential wardrobe staples made from the best fabrics sourced from all over the world with a focus on exceptional design.

As selling only online and deal directly with manufactures Grana is able to offer disruptive prices for amazing quality.  
 
I worked directly with the team for a rebranding project, creating all the illustrations and inspired by the Grana philosophy, mood and fresh spirit.
The illustrations are all hand-drawn and further developed through digital techniques.
 
Including the design of the illustrated Grana Map, part of the iconic and popular blue box.
 
Check out the amazing #granaworld here: 

https://www.grana.com

“In the digital world where we live, we are not saying that a greeting card can compensate a real hug… but we definitively treasure that moment when we decide to slow down, get back in touch with people we love, take the chance to share a thought or that little things that has moved our day”

Carta 9169

Paper lovers | luxury Stationery & lifestyle brand. A creative space for inspire and get inspired.

Branding design and website layout for a doctor specialized in psychology and hypnosis.

We worked together trying to combine professionalism and experience with a more human and less medical aspect.

In the spirit of celebrations for ArtAsiaPacific Magazine 100th issue, I directed a cover concept mixing pop graphic elements, photography and illustrations.

Established in 1993, ArtAsiaPacific magazine is the leading English-language periodical covering contemporary art and culture from Asia, the Pacific and the Middle East.

Creative concept and direction: Marta Grossi

Photography: Jessica Keung

Design assistant: Jen Kwok

MAISON XXII Conceptualised in Les Baux-de-Provence, MAISON XXII dedicates to channel the way of European living into a fascinating journey of sensory inspiration. The joyful freedom of life under the Provençal sun, MAISON XXII is the pure spirit of Les Baux-de-Provence, the finest of European living. 

Happy to share some of the visuals I created for this incredible and talented woman - Rossella Frigerio - and her brand new website https://one-blue-dot.com

Quality over quantity - always.

We are all about brands that are out to create good vibes - not just money.

Our writing is not a reflection of transitory trends. We believe in all that is meaningful and durable.

Uphold a global mindset while keeping things down-to-earth and personal.

Collaboration over competition, humility over ego.

Embrace simplicity that is impeccable.

Future Sustainability through Strategic Reflections - In a context of constant change and flow, Youevolve helps individuals in organizations to equip themselves in the light of future evolutions, enabling organizations to drive performance and continue to be sustainable.

Rebranding and creative direction

https://youevolve.net/

"Marta Grossi eats her art for breakfast"

Exploring a variety of techniques from black markers to glitter, italian born, hong-kong-based designer marta grossi has created this series of edible banana graffiti. Each piece of fruit provides a simple and unique canvas upon which to inscribe the designs, transforming their exterior skin into a piece of artwork, at least temporarily. the photos were captured on an iPhone 5 and after the work is completed, the designer destroys it – by using it for what it was intended for – to be eaten.

‘I customize my banana during the night. I have my banana for breakfast the day after. this is a temporary space and love to prove that inspiration is everywhere.’ says designer Marta Grossi.

"Banana Graffiti Artist Marta Grossi Plays With Her Food"

Even though bananas seem like a completely random and bizarre place for art, Grossi admits she finds inspiration all around her. “I always found inspiration from simple and ordinary things,” she says. “A signal on the street, a song, a tender and elderly couple at the park, soy-sauce stains on a table. Everything can be inspiration and change our perspective. I love to see things from different angles.” For Grossi, bananas are a perfect medium for art because they are “cheap, organic and easy to find almost everywhere.”

Source http://societeperrier.com/

"Artist Marta Grossi has taken the banana art movement to a whole new level with her intricate designs drawn directly on bananas."

Source http://www.finedinininglovers.com/

“In a temporary project, proving that inspiration is all around us, the designer uses bananas as her canvas. Every night she customizes a banana that she will eat for breakfast the next morning.

To add to the intrigue of this simple idea and brilliant execution, you should know that all these photos have been taken by her using her iPhone 5…"

Source http://trendland.com

IFC - HONG KONG

Stuart Weitzman has unveiled its second boutique designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid with the opening of an international flagship store in the ifc mall, Hong Kong.

I had the amazing honor to create the drawing facade illustration, to reveal the store, during the ceremony. The iconic skyline of New York is melting with the Hong Kong one through graphic lines.

The project was commissioned by Pedder Group Hong Kong.

Dinh Van was created in Paris in 1965, by a French jeweler, Jean Dinh Van. He set up his own workshop with one ambition: to invent an essential jewelry, more personal, more lifelike. Dinh Van creates pieces of jewelry that are more intended to reveal those who wear them than to impress those who look at them.

Spirale Dinh Van collection has been launched during an evening at the Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences.

I collaborated as an artist with Dinh Van Hong kong team, and made a special illustration inspired by the Spirale ring.

The illustration was painted during the live event, besides that I participated as testimomial for the exclusive video launch.

Thank you for the amazing experience, and a special thanks to Khanh Linh Nguyen-Trong and Stutter Hen.

http://www.dinhvan.com/

https://www.stutterhen.hk

Gsquare Asia Ltd is a consultancy and trading company focused on sourcing and developing electronics products manufactured mainly in China, Hong Kong and other countries in Asia.
It offers a highly professional and customized service to small-medium sized companies that already make business in Asia or are willing to start doing it and need a reliable and trustable support for efficiently managing their supply chain in Asia.

The logo concept I created is inspired by:

iconic asian patterns, open windows, square modular system and uniqueness.

Concept and creative direction for a premium client gift.

Located on the site of the former Ritz Carlton Hotel in the heart of the CBD of Hong Kong, the CCB Tower is a 22-storey 'Grade A' office building providing a total gross floor area of approximately 22,000 sq.m.

The tower serves as the headquarters for the Hong Kong operation of China Construction Bank, as well as offers high-end office facilities for other international firms.

From 2009 until the project completed in December 2013, we provided full Building Services Engineering Consultancy Services for this development.

Next to the CCB tower is the 39-storey AIA Central (previously, the AIG Tower), which was completed in 2005 and was also engineered by our Building Services Team.

I worked again with Oneinzero team, to produce the advertising and branding extension for this property.

Branding and creative direction.

Branding and design study.

Process Waste Recycle is a circular and sustainable economic project, the mission is to recycle the raw material available in domestic and commercial units (Plastic, Paper, Glass etc...) and giving it a new life.

The aim of the company is to create a virtuous circuit through which the waste raw material is collected at the consumer’s home (door to door), transported to a site and transformed to be reused in full compliance - with the economic and environmental standards currently in force.

Pedder Red SPRING | SUMMER 2014 COLLECTION PREVIEW & EXCLUSIVE COLLABORATION LAUNCH OF BANANA GRAFFITI BY MARTA GROSSI

This exhibition was exposed in Hong Kong at Nec Gallery, and Takashimaya On Pedder shop in Singapore.

Creative Concept, Direction and execution by Marta Grossi

Banana Graffiti art and shooting by Marta Grossi

Shoes Photography by Cheuk hei Chan www.chellechan.com

A special thanks to:

Luisa Fietta, Angela Grossi, Cheuk hei Chan and her team, VforVisala for her video and shots and everybody who made this possible

Branding and limited edition illustrations for the upcoming book of Marco Ronconi, one of the most promising nature photographer in Italy.

The illustration set is inspired by his travels and the Ainu culture-heritage, from the island of Hokkaidō.

We worked together to merge the essential asian aesthetics and the concept of Chiaro- scuro, which defines his style and personality.

Art & Design, Well-being, Hôtellerie, Food, Nightlife, Outdoor e Marta’s Loves…

For the #BANANAPORTER campaign and collaterals "IBlues + Banana Graffiti", we shaped a special series of city guide maps, inspired by HONG KONG, PARIS, MILAN, SHANGHAI & BEIJING.

Every map is a collective of cool places to see and things to do, and connecting all the cities we touched with #bananaporter revolution. 

The illustrations are all hand-drawn first and than developed through digital techniques.

“The real voyage of discovery 

consists not in seeking new landscapes, 

but in having new eyes.” 

Featuring Appartamento Lago - Santeria - Bahama Mama - San Babila 4C Hair Stylist - That’s Vapore - Adorabile B&B - RossoSegnale - Cocoon B&B - Di Viole Di Liquirizia - Isa e Vane - Pavé - TOM - Madera - Al Fresco - Rita & Cocktails - Cascina Cuccagna - Frutteto Garibaldi - Funky Table - Zaini - Amorino. 

Branding and Creative direction.

Conceptualized by Donald Yau – DY in Spring 2017, studio 22|50 is not just an inspiring brand building specialist, but also a strategic consultant, invigorated by a team of resourceful advocates & a creative powerhouse.

Private Commission combined by 6 artworks painted with watercolor on acid free cotton paper 350 gr support.

Madeira Paragliding is a great flying club, up in Arco da Calheta, in the incredible island of Madeira.

In December 2019 I spent there three weeks - learning about it and seeing experienced pilots fly from one of the most spectacular cliff, in front of the North Atlantic Ocean.

Surrounded by nature and out of my comfort zone I not only experienced for the first time to fly, but I also worked on the logo and brand identity of the club.

Cover book design and creative direction.

Marta Grossi collaborated with iBlues (Max Mara Group) to launch the "Banana à Porter" collection. This collection of 13 garments is inspired by the original artworks of Italian born - HongKong based artist, Marta Grossi who is known for her edible banana graffiti art where Grossi used the fruit as her canvas to inscribe her quirky graffiti.

The fun collection of shirts, dresses and skirts features Grossi’s illustrations of pink flamingos and chic typography set against a palette of white, yellow and pink. This collection offers prints that are fun with ironic sense of humour.

This collection was sold out in the first days.

#BANANAPORTER

A gentle reminder that your heart is a muscle and so should be exercised regularly. Love often and love deeply.

— Beau Taplin, Untitled

Private client, Japanese black ink on handmade paper

On March 8th, 2020 I found myself quarantined in Milan, where I previously came for a temporary time and working projects.

Now I am locked here alone - in a home that is not mine - and unable to come back to my family.

Working as creative director and artist is pushing me to use my creativity to stay mentally and physically healthy. A form of therapy and the best way I know to cope with anxiety and the global pandemic that is affecting our world.

Now more than ever we need to stay positive, and to find beauty even in the unexpected places.

Few weeks ago I thought about the perception of things, about how many times we are reminded to wash our hands since we met the corona virus. The sinks of all the world are now becoming silent companions, we look out every day - and under this tragic circumstances - a simple piece of furniture is changing in front of our eyes.

Since we are all locked inside, I use my imagination to see spring, flowers, nature and organic elements popping out the sink and surround my quarantine. The sink of this apartment is now my temporary canvas, at first it started as a necessity because I finished all of my drawing papers.

Every day I paint with watercolors a new subject and after 24 hours I let the water destroy the art piece, and that reminds me that life is beautiful even in the ugly, scary and the unknown. I use my iPhone to record some short videos, and then I play them reverse to see how the water is affecting the colors.

This is the message I want to give and share: to see the same things with different eyes. To be strong and to appreciate simple little things.

I am with you, we are all in this together. Creativity will never stop.

Love, Marta

Ig: martabunny for daily updates

Influenced by my life in Asia, I designed this series of illustrated characters, matching my love for pandas and inspiring people. All visuals are digital painting.

Amy, Iris and Frida were recently exhibited at the MakerHive in Kennedy Town, Hong Kong.

Perdutamente is a creative studio and a collective of inspiring people based in Italy. A group of architects, artists, photographers, designers and visionaries, united to disseminate and promote creativity in all its forms.

This design is the invitation for their first event: La Galleria Fondente.

Melting live music, premium chocolate, art and creative conversations.

IF Bags is a young, innovative and dynamic company, based in Milan since 2012. They make backpacks and accessories for everyday.

I designed for them a limited edition line, including some stationery items with my brand Carta_9169.

THE GIFT OF GIVING In the spirit of gift-giving.

Lane Crawford is introducing a selection of Limited Edition Electronic Gift Cards for those who want to offer their loved ones the perfect gift of a unique shopping experience.

The gift cards have been exclusively designed by artists Steve Yau and Marta Grossi. Each design takes a modernized approach on Lane Crawfords heritage, featuring the vibrant city skyline of Hong Kong, and also an updated motif from the Lane Crawford shopping bag dating back to the 1960s.

Established in 1993, ArtAsiaPacific magazine is the leading English-language periodical covering contemporary art and culture from Asia, the Pacific and the Middle East.

Creative concept and direction: Marta Grossi

Design assistant: Jen Kwok

Last year during these days in Spring 2020 - and the first lockdown - I was creating the first subjects of what it would later become my last temporary art project: “Wash your hands and keep creative”

One year later, I am sharing with you the first ever permanent sink, designed and thought together with Gaia Venuti and her interior design company #gaiahomeproject based in Milan.

When we spoke about the idea, she told me her guest sink had some cracks and we decided to transform this natural pattern into the full concept. Plus the existing purple bathroom wall and the bauhaus style of her house. We dreamed about a contemporary abstract shape, to enhance the bright and vibrant colour and mood.
I must be honest, this was an extremely difficult artwork, I had no experience with resin, especially when the sink has an ergonomic shape and it’s impossible to control the chemical reaction of materials - or what will happen after drying time.
I had to scrape, erase and change the design several times, because the resin rejected some gold paint, made bubbles and I only had few hours in between sessions before the resin became unusable.

I was crazy enough to try the gold foil on ceramic - even without knowing if I was making a huge mistake or (maybe) getting the best intuition.
At one point Gaia said: “I completely trust you”, so I just did it… I dared and we loved the final result.

Thanks for keep following my adventures. There will be more creative projects related to interior design soon.

Love, Marta

Coming Soon.

Acrylic and gold foil on organic cotton canvas, 80x100cm

Marta Grossi for LANE CRAWFORD
"The Happy Sale”

Last AW 2014 I collaborated as an artist for the Lane Crawford Group, creating something special in the spirit of The Happy Sale.

I customized 80 apples for the IFC Lane Crawford male window in Hong Kong, and 5 giant apples for the Shanghai window.
The graffiti are made with special markers and acrylic paint, the concept is based on happy quotes and illustrations to promote, share and inspire happiness.
 

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'70s, '80s, '90s, 2000s: 4 decades of design history, 4 mini-dresses to celebrate them in style.

Teamed up one more time with the Italian Fashion Brand, IBlues and inspired by the 40th Anniversary of the brand, here 5 different designs - applicable in various contexts - from backdrops, to labels, stickers, packaging and more.

"Be sparkling and fancy... It's time to celebrate!"

‪#‎LetsCelebrate‬ ‪#‎iBluesBDay‬

thanks to @nonsolofood and @styleandtrouble @iblues_official

Personal Project.

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COLLABORATION WITH BANANA GRAFFITI

Banana Graffiti project is extremely linked to the tattoo world, at the end of the day the banana peel is not so different from human skin.

Both supports are telling a story and can be transformed from a blank canvas into a piece of art.

The collaboration with Beyond Jewelry was very natural and funny, we share the same passion, attention to detail and vision to create something different using a limited budget.

The idea to wear something temporary on you - not to cover - but intended to spread out the boundaries of your skin.

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CONTEMPORARY TIARA By Marta Grossi

A DREAM IS A WISH YOUR HEART MAKES

Contemporarty Tiaras are PERFECT for:

Music festival, Girls Night out, Birthday Party, Bridemaid, Wedding, Christmas Party, New Year Party and more

Our innovative Jewelry can be worn on any part of your body - So Be Creative!

http://www.beyondjewel.com/

Five words to describe the Iblues girl and five visuals printed on white t-shirt for a limited capsule collection I exclusively created for this brand.

Mix & match your favorite style and be inspired.

LE SAUNDA AW_2011
 

Art direction, concept and illustrations for Le Saunda MW_AW 2011.

Creative concept and production with Oneinzero L.t.d. Hong Kong
 

Make-up artist: Marian Who
Photographer: Jimmy Ming Shum

The cover + inside design for AAP almanac 2017, is inspired by Glitch Art: the practice of using digital or analog errors for aesthetic purpose.

I took time to study and learn about this art, and it's reflecting a lot my vision about finding inspirations in defects, flaws and mistakes.

ArtAsiaPacific's Almanac XII, a compendium of the most significant art events of 2016 and a look ahead at what’s next in 2017. In addition to spotlighting 53 countries that constitute our active footprint, the Almanac extends to the rest of the world—wherever artists of Asia, the Pacific and the Middle East work and are shown.

Mixed paint on canvas, 50x70cm - private client.

Different patterns and illustrations, mostly using watercolor paint and Japanese black ink.

Design Anthology is Asia’s premier interiors, design, architecture and urban living quarterly, published by Fifth Black Media in Hong Kong and available on newsstands globally.

I created a special handmade lettering for the Design Anthology's first ANNIVERSARY, based on the current card invitation design.

All names are personally illustrated with a special japanese ink marker. The typography study is made with liquid black ink.

A special thanks to: Suzy Annetta (Publisher / Editor in Chief)

https://designanthologymag.com

Rādix of Hong Kong is an art exploration project using tree roots as canvas, an organic source to combine my love for graffiti-patterns and botany.

This is a reflection about the impact of nature in our daily life and how we can interact and incorporate new perspectives to improve well being and awareness, to slow down and be part of the beauty around us.

I believe that "the soul of Hong Kong" are the tangled roots all around the city - where I spent the last 8 years of my life - collecting these images and merging the most famous concrete jungle with the power of nature. 

Rādix of Hong Kong is a blend between photography, digital paint, acrylic and watercolor paint.

The idea is to work on the organic surface of the roots and play with empty and full spaces.

Revealing patterns inspired by the uniqueness of Nature. Every piece is unrepeatable, like every root or tree.

I am interested in natural supports and discover how they connect with human beings, emotions and life.

As the BFG says in Roald Dahl’s homonym book… “The human bean is not a vegetable”. It’s a funny misspelled word, just like those invented by our kids that make us laugh so loud, which means human being.
But it’s also a little seed that is born within us and grows with our love until it becomes a real tiny person. It was just the best name we could find to bring our project to life.

Driven by the passion for good quality clothing and inspired by the extraordinary world of children’s literature, humanbeans brings you a collection of classic pieces as well as a selection of accessories to add a touch of magic to your baby’s universe.

Italy is the land of many leading fashion brands, but it’s also home to many smaller labels that never gave up the desire of producing the exceptional quality clothes of the old days. Hand-made embroideries, beautiful fine fabrics, that attention to details that is often lost in the rush of this modern world… everything still exists, it’s just harder to find.

Humanbeans wanders across small Italian towns, discovers the best boutiques crafting classic pieces and brings them to you in Geneva.
Rompers, collared shirts, bloomers and classic jumpers of the finest quality with timeless appeal.
Every item is designed, made and wrapped with love; perfect for your little one’s everyday life!

Together we worked for a pop up in Geneva and I created some bespoke items, such mini artworks, illustrations, notebooks and painted hangers.

Follow @humanbeans.shop on instagram for more adventures

Past and present.

Old and New.

Rebirth.

Timeless.

There is no Space.

There is no Time.

Vintage old pictures - found in 2010, at the Jade Market in Hong Kong - brought back to life.

Mixed media on photographic support.

Private collection.

Latitude 11 is a premium online retailer, offering a year-round, extensive range of top-quality designer-fashion swim and resort wear brands from around the world.

Targeting the “global nomad”, Latitude 11’s customer is always on the move.

They love to travel year round; not just during the high season. Whether seeking a far-away exotic sojourn or a quick and fabulous weekend away, the global nomad often craves the exotic but is also happy with the familiar.

The global nomad lives life by holidaying often.

Exclusive brands include: Helen Kaminski, Kaminski XY, Pink House Mustique, Soludos, Lotty B, Frescobol, Melissa Odabash, Heidi Klein, Febronie, Niin and more added every month.

I helped SALT Hong Kong to create some visuals-illustrations and support the new Brand Identity and the Web Site launch.

“Ecco cosa spesso siamo da adulti, siamo vite vissute da altri e per gli altri, siamo i cambiamenti che non facciamo, i percorsi ripetitivi che non abbandoniamo”

Giuseppe Pierantozzi

Botanical study for MAISON XXII on fine organic Japanese paper and black ink, developing a series of elements nature inspired.

MAISON XXII Conceptualised in Les Baux-de-Provence, MAISON XXII dedicates to channel the way of European living into a fascinating journey of sensory inspiration. The joyful freedom of life under the Provençal sun, MAISON XXII is the pure spirit of Les Baux-de-Provence, the finest of European living. 

ARTES LIBERALES is an open project exploring the marble skin, of some of the most famous artists and sculptors of our history - merged with paint, pattern and illustrations.

The aim is to celebrate and study the anatomical body element, and to use marble as a digital canvas.

Harvey Nichols, founded in 1831, is a luxury British department store chain with a flagship store in Knightsbridge, London. It sells fashion collections for men and women, fashion accessories, beauty products, wine and food.

All UK stores have luxury Foodmarkets and Restaurants, Cafés or Brasseries. Harvey Nichols also owns and operates OXO Tower Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie on the South Bank in London.

In addition to this, there are seven large-format stores overseas: two in Turkey (Istanbul and Ankara), one in Riyadh, one in Dubai, two in Hong Kong and one in Kuwait.

Harvey Nichols stores offer the ultimate fashion experience. Seen as ‘the place to be’, Harvey Nichols is the club that doesn’t require a membership. Exclusive, niche and established labels sit alongside accessible everyday collections, offering customers the must-have edit for all their wardrobe needs – from everyday to extraordinary.

I worked together with Oneinzero Limited for the Accessories Guide of Harvey Nichols Hong Kong SPRING SUMMER 2013.

“In the digital world where we live, we are not saying that a greeting card can compensate a real hug… but we definitively treasure that moment when we decide to slow down, get back in touch with people we love, take the chance to share a thought or that little things that has moved our day”

Carta 9169

Paper lovers | luxury Stationery & lifestyle brand.
A creative space for inspire and get inspired.

I took this photos during the past 4 years, in a random sequence and space. Things I saw on the streets, walls, food, nature and short lunch-breaks.

I combined my collection of surfaces and textures, with the Pantone Colors of the Year 2016 - Rose Quartz and Serenity.

This is the result.

All background images are taken by my smartphone. 

Jo’s strives for personalization and old time craftsmanship with special attention to details, quality and tailoring – to create styles that are not only seasonal hits, but also longtime favorites. This timeless style is earning a discerning and loyal following, delivering elegant and utterly wearable pieces that explore shapes from sharp tailoring to distinctively feminine aesthetics.

Joanna Chu Liao was born and raised in Hong Kong, where she learned to appreciate urban mixed cultures: from oriental tales to European practical and easy style. Her exposure to fashion started very early in life: Joanna’s family has been operating a garment business since decades - she was always fascinated and enchanted by both technical and creative aspects of the fashion industry.

I followed the layout and creative direction for the newsletter design.

PEDDER RED is a contemporary footwear brand - refined, effortless and modern.

https://www.pedderred.com

Wonder Magazine is Part of Blueflower Group, an inspired travels agency that tailor-made your travel experience.

Luxury travel by the travel expert. Unique trips that draw on the inspiration of the traveller extraordinaire himself, Andrea Oschetti.

I developed some key visuals for the website creative direction.

My first customized skateboard, acrylics and metallic paint on wood support.

Coming Soon.

Personal project exploring magazine covers and free collage techniques.

The first ever Italian brand listed by all Apple Stores in Europe and holding various patents to ensure innovating solutions.

LUXARITY is a social initiative of the Lane Crawford Joyce Group with the vision to inspire a conscious living through a circular process of Giving, Discovering and Receiving.
Our mission is to build a community that shares the R.A.W. values of Responsibility, Awareness & Wonder by selling pre-loved luxury goods, collaborating with strategic partners, and giving all the benefits back to the community through grants focusing on responsible consumption, health and well-being & quality education.

I made this digital illustrated backdrop for the first pop-up store in Hong Kong.

Harvey Nichols, founded in 1831, is a luxury British department store chain with a flagship store in Knightsbridge, London. It sells fashion collections for men and women, fashion accessories, beauty products, wine and food.

All UK stores have luxury Foodmarkets and Restaurants, Cafés or Brasseries. Harvey Nichols also owns and operates OXO Tower Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie on the South Bank in London.

In addition to this, there are seven large-format stores overseas: two in Turkey (Istanbul and Ankara), one in Riyadh, one in Dubai, two in Hong Kong and one in Kuwait.

Harvey Nichols stores offer the ultimate fashion experience. Seen as ‘the place to be’, Harvey Nichols is the club that doesn’t require a membership. Exclusive, niche and established labels sit alongside accessible everyday collections, offering customers the must-have edit for all their wardrobe needs – from everyday to extraordinary.

I worked together with Oneinzero Limited for the Menswear Style Bible of Harvey Nichols Hong Kong SPRING SUMMER 2013.

This project was very challenging, I created from nothing a series of 30 stories and around 300 illustration boards, about a mixed family living in Hong Kong and their adventures.

All characters and setting are based on the stories I received from Artur Fang.

The main purpose of this collection is to help young kids improving speech, language, and social-communication deficits in Hong Kong and China.

Through visuals and some dialogue our target was to increase the learning process using something creatively funny, easy to memorize and not existing in the market.

ABOUT ARTUR FANG & ASSOCIATES

We work with Cantonese and English-speaking children and adults with speech, language, and social-communication deficits in Hong Kong and China. We offer individual sessions, parent training workshops, and school-outreach services. In addition to direct therapy, we consult on school admissions processes, and learning support schooling options.

Besides the preschool population, we also work with school-aged students at various local and international schools to facilitate literacy skills development, learning readiness, and social functioning.

For our adult caseload, we provide consultation on accent reduction, fluency (stuttering) disorders, and general communication training.

https://www.arthurslp.com

Exposure is an open collection of patterns and textures I created for private clients and personal projects.

Discovering shapes and new forms through different supports and materials. An ongoing exploration combining paper, colors, digital paint and dirty hands.