Your project is to create a matchbox label design.

As you’ll see throughout this class there are many styles and topics to choose from, so the best way to approach this project is to pick a subject close to your heart.

There are many ways in which you can think about this project and many ways in which you can approach it. You can use it as a part of your work projects. For example, this is a great practice if you’re creating a package design and you want to introduce a vintage twist. Or you’re designing postcards that need a bit of nostalgic throwback. On the other hand, you can use this practice as a personal project and create a matchbox label design that you can later use as a wonderful vintage style art print.

All in all, one thing is for sure, you’ll learn a lot by following this class, but once you have all the knowledge and ideas the best way to use them is to put them into practice by starting your own project. We want to see your inspiration, drawings, and thought process that led to the final matchbox label design. So, once you finish, make sure to share everything in the project section of the class.

Class Resources - Downloads:

- Project Guide - in this PDF document you’ll find ideas for creating different types of matchbox labels: from starting and designing your own matchbox brand to coming up with the advertisement ideas that will be placed on a matchbox label, to designing a label that will spread awareness or celebrate important events.

- Color Chart - Using a limited color palette is one of the main things when it comes to mimicking the print technology that was used on vintage matchbox labels. This color chart has 7 main colors and it has a nice overview of how these colors interact with each other.

- Old Paper Scan - High-resolution scan of a book cover with a wonderful old paper texture

Class Resources - Links:

- Collection of Matchbox Labels - in this Pinterest board where you’ll find a collection of matchbox labels I’ve gathered so far. This can be a great window into the world of vintage matchbox design and also a good starting point resource for your inspiration and learning.

- Risograph Colors - list of available Risograph print colors with their hex numbers. It’s a very beautiful color selection that you can use as an inspiration or a starting point for making your color chart.

Used in the class:

Procreate Sets:

- Risograph - Paper texture overlays and Squid Ink brush*
- Retro Supply Co - Toothy Ink brush
- Beat Tones - Half-tone texture brushes

- Procreate Print Works – Complete Print Media Pack - I've just discovered and tested this pack and it's absolutely amazing - it includes everything you need and more when it comes to adding that final vintage touch to your matchbox label design.*

Fonts:

- Russo One

Programs:

- Procreate 5x
- Adobe Photoshop

*this is an affiliate link, if you click on it and purchase the set it will make me a little money, no extra cost for you - just wanted to let you know.

Rita Volpi

Art student. Explorer. Outdoor nerd.

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