What started out as a personal dive into the subcultures of underground brands has evolved into an independent practice championing conceptual branding and design innovation

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The creative branding of UK artist and designer John Lancaster aka A—HUMAN presents a referential body of conceptualism. Since 2011, work has been exhibited in both public and private exhibitions, galleries and for the creative industries, including a 5-year long working-fashion installation at the Arts Club, Dover St.
Selected works document experimental branding and art following a natural shift from fashion to installation design, technology, and experimental publishing.
Purpose—
As a brand in its own right, A—HUMAN is deeply rooted in subcultural influences, often shaping designs that, despite their own success, remain uncredited. This anonymity reflects not a pursuit of recognition, but a relentless curiosity—an urge to contribute to something relevant and perceptive, where the significance of purpose outweighs the need for attribution.
With AI accelerating decision-making, audiences now assess a brand’s credibility toy-like. Its no surprise, underground brands who embrace UX-driven design and data-informed content still lead the way in the creative industries, combining strategic thinking with visual impact
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