Poster Design Spread Design Branding
Karel Martens: Print Materials
In his ever-evolving creative practice, Karel Martens remains an enigma. Through a 16-page booklet and poster, I explore Karel’s visual language, interdisciplinary career, and life story.
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
6 Weeks / Spring 2025
Sole Designer
01 / Poster
“Nederlands Grafisch Ontwerper Karel Martens - Dutch Graphic Designer Karel Martens.” This poster is a synthesis of Karel Martens’ signature visual motifs. To pay homage to a unique Martens line-printing technique, I created a custom typeface using layered lines.
Poster Process Blog
02 / Booklet
Over 16 pages, this booklet chronicles Karel Martens’ life story and multifaceted practice. Each page highlights a different side of Martens: artist, designer, collector, teacher, and luminary. An exercise in creating a consistent, yet playful, visual language.
Booklet Process Blog
Full Booklet Essay