PROJECT RECOLECTION
Illustration: Naomi Sekiba
Typography: Raphael Thalles
Layout: Raphael Thalles
Role: Typography, Layout, Visual Direction
Collaboration: Illustration by Naomi Sekiba
Recolection is a collaborative project developed in partnership with a Japanese illustrator (Naomi Sekiba), combining illustration and graphic design to explore visual identity within a premium, art-driven context.
Task
The goal was to create a cohesive visual identity that would support and elevate the illustrations, while establishing a refined and consistent visual language.
Action
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Developed a minimalist layout system to frame the illustrations without competing for attention.
Designed typography and spacing to create visual hierarchy and balance across compositions.
Explored how graphic design elements could enhance the perception of the artwork while maintaining consistency.
Applied a subtractive design approach to reduce visual noise and emphasise content.
Result
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The project resulted in a cohesive visual system that strengthens the presentation of illustration work and demonstrates how graphic design can enhance artistic direction.
It also reflects the ability to collaborate across cultures and translate creative concepts into structured visual systems.