The COB Originals crew approached me to collaborate on a line of graphics for a new apparel line. After several sessions of brainstorming and tons of laughs we came up with three directions.
Bad Ass Shanghairen, with a well placed censor line.
You're Too Mafan, with an air of "ppffft"
Shanghai Flash, taking a stab at the rich tai-tai. Yes we may be eating diamonds in the future.
For the absolute badass Shanghairen.
Meaning troublesome or perhaps better translated as ‘pain in the ass’, we believe “mafan” (麻烦) should be adopted by the English language. “Going to a bank in China?” “Pfft, so mafan.” There are also a few people who fit this description well, which is where this design comes in…
Inspired by the flash sheets found in tattoo studios, we've come up with a collection of icons that represent 'Shanghai life' in all its extravagance (and ridiculousness).
Creative Direction by COB Originals
Lettering & Illustration by Grayson Stallings
Photography by Eduardo Viero
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Lettering & Illustration by Grayson Stallings
Photography by Eduardo Viero
Thanks for checking out the work!
Want to see more? Keep in touch by hitting the "follow" button and let's start some dialogue! You can also visit my website for more information!
