Catherine Lepage

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This book is an illustrated journal of depression, created by mixing photography, illustration and handwritten type. Catherine Lepage, illustrator/writer/designer; Mecanique Generale, editor.

At Picardie, a gourmet bakery and grocery, the writing on the wall states: “You can find all the goods to fill Little Red Riding Hood's basket at Picardie, and satisfy the wolf's appetite as well." Catherine Lepage, designer; Richard Noel, client.

The wolf adds a funny touch to Picardie's imagery. On most printed pieces, the wolf is hiding somewhere, waiting for Little Red Riding Hood.Catherine Lepage, designer; Richard Noel, client.

Picardie also offers delicious jams. I used hand-written type to give them a homemade feel and, again, the wolf is hiding in the back. Catherine Lepage, designer; Richard Noel, client.

I chose this bottle design because of its classic style, which fits well with Picardie's imagery. The red cap makes it stand out. Catherine Lepage, designer; Richard Noel, client.

Picardie is a gourmet bakery and grocery with a traditional, European feel. I worked with Little Red Riding Hood because it carries a similar European tradition. Catherine Lepage, designer; Camil Lacroix/Richard Noel, clients.

For this remix CD, we made packaging that can be "remixed" by flipping the card on the cover to change Pierre Lapointe's head. Catherine Lepage, illustrator; Mathieu Doyon, photographer; Catherine Lepage/Simon Rivest, designers; Audiogram/Mathieu Houde, clients.

A poster for shows featuring teams of musicians who are asked to improvise short songs on specific themes. The audience never know what's going to happen.Mathieu Doyon, photographer; Catherine Lepage, designer; Soirées de musique fraîche/Philippe Venne, clients.

06.02.08

Designer

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Duration: I left my job as an art director three years ago to become a freelance designer and illustrator.

Staff: I work alone, sometimes at home, and other times at a friend's design firm when I'm tired of being home alone!

Education: I studied graphic design in Quebec City and went to Strasbourg, France, to study illustration for one year.

Cultural Influences: Everyday living: color, people, music, nature... everything.

Philosophy: I challenge myself to push limits and always try to explore new paths.

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