Zippo’s Art Concept

This illustrative concept includes three key visuals, product shots, print and outdoor. The use of colour schemes conveys the message of rebellion, freedom and discovery. Each symbolic and relevant to Zippo itself.

The intention is to merge an artistic direction with Zippo as a brand. The product utilities that were selected are longevity and durability.  The symbolic intersection of the product value with the brand’s symbolism is key to highlight how each user relates to it personally.

Rough sketch of a woman with a crow on her shoulder looking up, reflecting initial concept development for Zippo art project.

Inspired by the 8 dots of zippo, the crown reflects an individual’s power and resilience through freedom, rebellion and discovery.

The crown design

Rough pen sketch of a crown symbol with 8 dots, reflecting initial concept development for Zippo brand.

The flame keeps going

After some research, the idea was to create a visual story through art for its collectibles edition.

The project focuses on the core message of resilience while bringing a more artistic approach to the brand. The symbolic association reflects how it’s not just about the lighter but the strength it lights within.

One of the collaterals also includea a print ad concept called Letter to Zippo as a personal message about what it means to own a Zippo lighter.

Dear Z,

I keep you in my pocket, a personal treasure,

Your resilience I find is beyond measure,

When the world goes dark in the night,

You spark the flame that holds the light,

Unwavering now, there is comfort in knowing,

That against all odds, the flame keeps going.

Mockup of Zippo lighters featuring detailed illustrative artwork of a woman with a crow, conveying rebellion in flame concept.

Light your flame posts

Mockup of Zippo lighters in blue post design featuring detailed artwork of a man creating blue flame, conveying discovery in flame concept.
Blue post design with copy and Zippo logo in blue flame, conveying discovery in flame concept..
Mockup of black Zippo lighters in purple post design featuring detailed artwork of woman with crow at night, conveying rebellion flame.
Purple post design with copy and Zippo logo in pink flame, conveying rebellion in flame concept..
Mockup of green Zippo lighters in seagreen post design featuring detailed artwork of confident blue-haired woman, conveying freedom flame.
Seagreen post design with copy and Zippo logo in green flame, conveying freedom in flame concept..
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