Creator: Derry Noyes Graphics and Rafael López / United States Postal Service (USPS)
Client: The United States Postal Service (USPS)
This fanciful, digital illustration of an elephant and its young calf depicts the affectionate nature of these beloved animals. Two stylized plants and a bright orange sun add whimsy and color to this cute, lighthearted stamp. The art director approached the artist with a unique challenge: To create a stamp about our love and appreciation of elephants but not represent a specific type of elephant. There are three types of elephants: African Savanna (Bush), African Forest, and Asian. But the design was to stay away from depicting any of them specifically. A fun fact, African Elephants ears are shaped like the African Continent while the Asian Elephants ears are shaped like the country of India.
Additional Credits:
Derry Noyes, Art Director
Rafael López, Designer
Rafael López, Artist