S.E.L.A. – Space Exploration Logo Archive is a visual reference book focused on the graphic identity of space exploration, collecting decades of symbols tied to missions, agencies, and cosmic ambitions. Content: Archive of space exploration logos spanning over 80 years,…
S.E.L.A. – Space Exploration Logo Archive is a visual reference book focused on the graphic identity of space exploration, collecting decades of symbols tied to missions, agencies, and cosmic ambitions.
Content: Archive of space exploration logos spanning over 80 years, from iconic designs to rare and lesser-known marks
Structure: Organized into 5 thematic booklets covering programs, institutions, eras, and ideologies
Design: more than 450 logos accurately redrawn in clean vector format for visual consistency
Focus: Celebrates the work of designers who shaped the visual language of space exploration
The book celebrates the visual identity of space exploration from 1942 to 2023. This unique archive features over 450 meticulously redrawn vector logos, preserving the original designs with utmost fidelity.
Each logo in "SELA" tells a story of innovation and achievement, from the earliest missions to the latest space endeavors. The book is a tribute to the creativity and vision of graphic designers who have inspired generations of space enthusiasts.
The Author
Davide Mascioli, designer and art director from Rome–Italy, is the creative force behind "SELA”.
Passionate about art, space exploration, and design, Davide envisioned this book as a project he himself would love to own.
His dedication to creating something tangible that preserves and celebrates the rich visual history of space exploration is the heart of this project.
The Publisher
Oreri—Iniziativa Editoriale, is a Risograph printing workshop and independent publishing house interested in art and design, literature, and radical politics. Oreri is located in the Marina district in downtown Cagliari, Italy.
They are dedicated to providing a platform for artists and authors to bring their unique projects to life.
Their mission is to support and disseminate diverse voices and perspectives, fostering a vibrant community of creators.
Behind the scenes
Here are some shots from the production phase of the book and the nine-poster set.
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