Design
Modular shelving/storage/transportation system prototype. Wood/pvc. Provides a easily customizable shelf system, with ease of transportation of possessions. Boxes stack in the upright position, and have potential for many materials and finishes, which could all be used together. 2008
Designed for versatility and utility, the bag features a 100% rainproof roll-top closure and backpack or messenger wearing capability. All adjustments for the wearing straps are within easy reach of the user, and accessory straps provide extra storage for extra layers or gear. When not rolled for water resistance, the oversized collar provides extra storage in a pinch. Inside divider pockets are removable providing many possibilities of configuration and modularity. Loops on the sides are designed to accept modular components such as camera cases or bottle holders. Prototype and construction sketches 2007.
"Bicycbull" MIG Welded sculpture with handelbars. Silvermine Guild Arts Center, Norwalk, CT. Summer 2008.
More With Less Chair project. Goal: Take and existing chair and cut its weight by at least 40% while adding comfort for the user and integrating reycyled or more sustainable materials. Featuers nylon woven seat, shaved seat members, and a recycled polyester shipping strapping back. University of Michigan, 2008.
"Corporate America" T-shirt Design. It's a sad reality that Corporate America now has a hold on this cournty, this shirt is not a protest as much as a comment, so be informed and buy a "Corporate America" t-shirt. Hand Screenprinted. 2008.
Graphics
"I Fought For My American Dream - I Voted" Design for "American Dream" themed poster contest, Ginsberg Institute 2007.
Faux VOGUE cover. Fashion photography and wardrobe by Matthew Grandin. 2006.
Clock face Design. Tell time with familiar pictograms instead of the usual 12-hour system. 2007.
"Presents" Woodcut print in MDF. Based on the disconnect between where the media tells us our things come (Santa's Workshop) from versus the reality of questionable labor practices in many of the countries our goods come from. 2008
Photography
"Dew" Nature. New Canaan, CT. ©Matthew Grandin 2006
"Gecko" Wildlife. Exuma, Bahamas. ©Matthew Grandin 2008
"Sam Hanson" Action. Searchmont, Canada. ©Matthew Grandin 2008
Landscape. Sprite Island, Long Island Sound. ©Matthew Grandin 2008
"AMURKA" Portrait. Ann Arbor, MI. ©Matthew Grandin 2008
"YEAH" Portrait. Ann Arbor, MI. ©Matthew Grandin 2008
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