Form Follows Funk
February 9, 2011 – “Form Follows Funk: David Funk + Three Decades of Design in Eugene” is open through April 16, 2011 at Opus VII Gallery in downtown Eugene. This exhibit is a retrospective of David’s design career, from 1980 when he co-founded Rubick & Funk to his current work at bell+funk. The show will feature illustrations from David’s sketchbooks and journals, and printed works and paintings from 16 of the graphic designers that have worked for him. See how designs evolve from initial sketches to finished logos, try your hand at design, and offer your design critique in this visual journey full of unexpected treasures. This exhibit is free. Opus VII is open 10-5:30 Tuesday through Saturday.
Brianne Beigh hired
January 24, 2011 – bell+funk hired Brianne Beigh, a local graphic designer, as its first employee. Formerly the Creative Services Supervisor at the Oregon Daily Emerald, Brianne specializes in design and project management. She graduated from the UO with a double major in Journalism and Spanish.
New business – Arts & Business Alliance of Eugene
September 2, 2010 – bell+funk was selected to market the launch of an arts and culture website for Eugene. The site is a project of the Arts and Business Alliance of Eugene, which includes the University of Oregon, LCC, Travel Lane County, the City, The Chamber, and others. This will be a great asset to the community, and we are thrilled to be involved.
New business – Beaudet Jewelry
August 15, 2010 – bell+funk has been hired by Beaudet Jewelry to redesign their website. We will work to design a site as beautiful as their store and their jewelry.
bell+funk in public
March 17, 2010 – We gave our first public talk at GreenLane on St. Patrick’s Day. How very green of us.
Campaign Launch – Planned Parenthood
February 1, 2010 – bell+funk’s campaign for Planned Parenthood of Southwestern Oregon launches with outdoor, bus sides, bus interiors, radio, direct mail, and social media. Learn more here.
New Business – Willamette Stationers
February 1, 2010 – Dave went to Willamette Stationers to pick up something for the office. He came back with two things: office supplies and project designing Willamette Stationers’ very first website.
New business – Oregon Association of Nurseries
January 1, 2010 – As a self-described “plant freak,” Jen is very happy that bell+funk was chosen to market the Oregon Association of Nurseries Farwest Show. It’s the largest nursery show in the West, with LOTS OF PLANTS, tools, and equipment.
New business – CCACP
December 1, 2009 – The University of Oregon’s Center for Community Arts and Cultural Policy, a research center housed in the School of Architecture & Allied Arts, has hired bell+funk to develop a brand identity and communication vehicles.