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Here’s it Nelson Balaban just launched his new version of XTRABOLD for his happy birthday and he accords as an interview !

Hey Nelson, can you introduce yourself ?
A eighteen boy, living with his girlfriend in the third world, making a living without a degree.

Like living in Curitiba (Brazil) ? You was born there ?
Yea I was born here… well I like living in Curitiba, it’s a model city of architecture, style and development. But it’s Brazil… and I’m a bit sick of it to be honest. I wanna move out.

Why XTRABOLD ?
Really simple… it’s just like the extra-bold fonts, they stand out. I like the meaning of “bold”… it’s… so youth-related… it’s pretty much like me all the time. I took (and am still taking) risks that take guts, so I feel familiar with the word. It’s unique.

How long have you been in this field?
I started taking comissions in 2006. So it’s been 2 years freelancing… but I’ve been playing with softwares since 2003, when I first got my copy of Corel Draw and Photoshop.

What studies or training courses did you follow? A university or self-taught designer ?
Hmm… nothing. I attended some webdesign classes back in 2005, but I almost failed, haha… that was funny because they wanted to teach me things I already knew. But I stay true to everyone… I’m self-taught. And recently, taking advices from big boys in the business, I think I’m gonna study business rather than design. It’s just a vision that embraces a wider range of things, rather than just design, illustration, etc…

When design and graphics took a considerable place in your life ? How ?
Well, since I figured out I could get a job doing what I was doing. It was nothing but a “hobby” until someone knocked on my door… it was the first comission, then the first magazine feature…

Can you describe us your creative process ? An specific technique? How long do it take you?
My creative process depends on what and when the client needs the work for. If it’s type related, then I go and research… when it’s illustration, it’s basically the same, but with a slightly different approach to concept. I don’t have any specific technique… I once made a tutorial for a british mag on how to create surreal landscapes using your own photos, described the Magic Wand tool as my favorite but no secrets. I’m currently working on a rythm of 3 projects per month. Sometimes 2 projects hit on the same week… it’s been like that.

Do you practise only graphic design or you like drawing, have a passion for the photograph ? Question “style”, in your creations do you always keep the same composition / style or it is by the feeling?
I always try to get back to the old fashion, but it’s never really impactant as my digital work. I sure do use sketches during the creative process, but it’s just because I don’t have a tablet yet. To hell with the technology, I know… but it’s just the way it is. I don’t have a defined style yet… it’s about to be discovered. When I create, I aim to explore, to express, to impress.

Do you use a 3D soft for your digital art works ?
I used to work with 3ds max. But since I switched to Mac, I didn’t really use any 3d program anymore…

What is the new concept in your portfolio ?
I think that on the other versions I worked too much on the website itself. This time I just wanna focus on the work, and I want the user to focus on that too.

Do you use a graphics tablet ?
Nope. Willing to buy one sometime.

What kind of music do you listen to ?
It ranges from IDM, Dn’B to Progressive Rock.

What are you doing when you’re not behind your computer ?
Having fun with my girlfriend, cooking, cleaning the house, listening to music, going to school, brushing teeth, taking a bath, walking, running, drinking, whispering, yelling, screaming, sweating.

At home, How do you organise your days ?
Fridays tend to be chaotic. It’s the working day that we clean the flat… I mean it’s not really big, but it takes some time to get finished. The other working days I just study, work and go out at night. Weekends are dedicated to family, friends and tranquility.

You’re a MAC boy or a PC boy?
I was a PC boy until 2007. I switched in the beggining of that year… and am still amazed with the macs. You know that sticky song that is usually played in jewel boxes? I’m in love.

Do you have some projects for the future ?
Yes. A brazilian magazine featuring themes such as underground culture, design, fashion, business, etc. Me and a fellow KDU member are organising it… but it’s still on paper. Will take some time to get out.

You have certainly an advice to give to ” young graphic designers “?
It’s difficult… I never felt like giving someone an advice. But here are some words that might serve you: believe in your talent.

A last word ?
Muito obrigado!

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