Interview with Andrew Carter
Andrew is a 22 year old designer based in Malta. He has a MA degree in Art & Design. His work is most often type and conceptual based.
Designer Interview
19 April 2016
My interest in Graphic Design started from a very young age. I started to inspire myself from other’s work and familiarize myself with photo editing software. After having acquired certain skills, I started looking out for different inspirational sources. Most of the work I produce nowadays, are all derived from my dreams. I wake up in the middle of the night and sketch what I would have dreamt. The following morning, I get up and examine the sketches until I find something which captures my interest. I'm very innovative and I always try different styles so not to limit myself.
I am a freelance designer based in Malta focusing on brand design and typography. I do work for different agencies, big brands and businesses as well as smaller start ups. My philosophy is to create quality work while having a good time doing it.
Design is a universal thing that can be shared and interpreted by any race or age, so creating something different and inconsistent is always one of my goals.
Brand identities, UI design and any other work related to typography.
There are countless designs that I truly admire, so this is a tricky question. If I had to narrow it down to just one, I’d have to say 'Shanghai Ranking — Typographic Illustration' by SAWDUST.
If it is a personal project, I usually express my emotions and feelings through the work. If it is a commissioned work, I just enjoy working on it exploring new techniques and styles.
A successful design is when one creates a unique and memorable pieces of art.
Most of the work I produce nowadays, are all derived from my dreams. Other inspirational sources are books, design forums and platforms (such as bēhance), and spending time alone hearing the echoes of my own thoughts.
1. Sketchbook
2. Graphics Tablet
3. Books
4. Macbook
5. Apple Pencil
2. Graphics Tablet
3. Books
4. Macbook
5. Apple Pencil