Leisha and Erik, of Langston Design Co., are a husband-wife design team after my own heart! We all love (and practice) minimalism, have a sincere passion for quality, locally sourced items, love Wilmington and have a genuine interest in the creative process. So, it was only natural that we decide to create something together!! The limited edition Crystal Pier tank/tee!!! (ONLY a few more hours to enter the GIVEAWAY!!)
But have you ever wondered how a particular style or design came to be? How it was created? What the inspiration behind it was? Why they used those colors?
The truth is that we recognize brands or artists just by what we see! Think about Monet's waterlillies, Ansel Adams landscapes, or the Nike swoosh to name a few. Do you ever wonder what went on in the artists mind during the creation of a work of art? It can be fascinating!
Well, today we're going to reveal a little bit of what went on behind the scenes when we created this design of one of Wilmington's little gems: Wrightsville Beach's Crystal Pier.
The inspiration:
Kim: The inspiration for the design, for me, is rooted in my love and fascination for the sky and the feelings it evokes on a spiritual level. Awe and wonder. Blessedness, interconnectedness, perfectness, wholeness, expansiveness. I've always believed that if we spent more time looking up at the sky, we would live life more purposely. We would slow down. Love more fully. Enjoy more. Seek less. The first stage of the design (see design evolution below) began with a photograph that I had taken last October, as part of my Divine Light series. The series, shot on Wrightsville Beach, focuses on the ever-changing night sky and the ever-changing landscape below. A reflection so-to-speak. As above, so below.
Langston Design: "We wanted to take Kim's photo and place it into a simple shape somehow, because when it comes to a minimal design and lifestyle, simple is actually what stands out! Simple lines are reflective of a modern aesthetic as well, which is inspired by the structures of many modern buildings. We are inspired by simple and striking shapes and lines, such as those in the pier. We actually tried several different shapes before landing on the circle. Kim's image itself has the intricacies of the night sky and pier, and she had already edited it with an intriguing color scheme. Overlaying the elements of the simple, hand-drawn waves incorporated another touch reflective of the sea (actually Kim's suggestion!), and enticed the photograph further into the design realm. When we placed it onto a black mock-up shirt, we had to send it to Kim right away, because it immediately became something that we ourselves desired to wear!"
The aesthetic:
Erik, Leisha and I all aspired to convey the same aesthetic: minimalism meets locale. We wanted to showcase the locale of Wilmington while staying true to our love of all things minimal. But starting a design based off of a photograph can be extremely challenging, especially when the photograph alone doesn't represent either of your personal styles. We wanted to create a design that was versatile, striking, but also captured that laid-back vibe we love so much about Wilmington. And the photograph didn't fulfill that for either of us. But with a few edits on my part, a little brainstorming and a few design elements on their end, I think we achieved a beautifully balanced design that represents us, as artists, and Wilmington well.
P.S. I love giving my readers insight to behind the scenes creations, the work of others and spreading a whole lotta love through photography! I believe it fosters a community where we can inspire, grow and achieve more together! If you agree, I ask you to comment, share, like, give us both a follow on Instagram and buy our products! That way, you are helping us create and foster more love and light in this world!
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Langston Design on the web (I want it ALLLLL!!): www.langstondesignco.com
We are accepting wholesale orders for the tee and tank if you are interested in buying for your shop or boutique! Please email info@langstondesignco.com for more details.
You can currently shop the Crystal Pier tee or tank ONLINE only. This is a limited edition design that will be available in both my shop and Langston Design's only for the summer, or while supplies last!
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