JOHN RUTHERFORD DESIGN STUDIO
John Rutherford Design Studio or JohnRDesign is a graphics and creative shop based in Calgary, Alberta producing images and products for promotion and packaging in the music industry.
An initiative of blues and roots musician John Rutherford, JohnRDesign was born of a desire to create art and graphics to represent his own various music projects. The company has since evolved into a service designing and producing materials for numerous artists, venues, events and retailers. With it's beginnings in gig poster design the company is also creating album and CD cover art, graphic t-shirts, print ads, web materials and more.
Rutherford’s vision and design aesthetic draws from a broad and rich palette of classic record album art and traditional letterpress style music, boxing and circus posters. John's art taps a deep Americana vibe echoing the past while defining the moment. An avid collector of records, posters and pop culture artifacts Rutherford’s interests, experience and environment provide a wealth of reference material and inspiration. Not only a player but long a fan, promoter and chronicler of popular music, Rutherford employs a keen eye and an ability to capture the essence of an artist, project or event.
While these words provide an introduction to the work at JohnRDesign only the images articulate the vibe, power and intention of John's designs so please have a look through the galleries and let us know what you think.
Contact JohnRDesign:
403 923 5646
CLIENT LIST:
Music Mile
The Blues Can
Ironwood Stage
Tim Williams
BBQ on the Bow Festival
Little Kim Retallick
Okotoks Roots & Blues Festival
Pete Johnson Red Shoes Music
Oscar Lopez
Jory Kinjo
Recordland
Stephen Fearing
LowdenProud Records
Mikey's Juke Joint
Peter North Productions
Bluesland Horn Band
BeatRoute Magazine
John Wort Hannam
Prime Time Big Band
Rembetika Hipsters
Steve Pineo