Gunnar Júl

Gunnar Júl

Gunnar Júl

Profession
Graphic designer / Illustrator / Artist
Project
Gunnar Júl
Based in
Iceland
Platform Member
Knowledge Center of Vestmannaeyjar
Works at
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Website
Instagram

Gunnar Júl

About the project

I am an Icelandic graphic designer and illustrator with over 30 years of experience in advertising, branding, and visual communication. A graduate of the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts (now Iceland University of the Arts) in 1992. Born and raised in Vestmannaeyjar, Westman Islands, and work at Vestmannaeyjar Culture House and the Eldheimar Volcano Museum.

Since 2007, I’ve worked independently as a graphic designer and managing director at Dínamít ehf., creating branding, print materials, environmental graphics, web design, and illustrations for clients such as municipalities, banks, tech companies, and cultural organizations. Have experience in UX/UI design, having worked on major digital projects, including LazyTown’s online platforms.

I am solution-driven, focus on streamlining processes, creativity, versatility, precision and engage user experience. Enjoy working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

About the approach

I enjoy working in an open, dynamic, and creative environments where collaboration fuels innovation. I’m passionate about crafting visually engaging and meaningful designs, and focus on its educational and informative values. I embrace projects that challenge perspectives, encourage curiosity, and enhance understanding, while streamlining the design process. Adaptable and solution-driven, I connect natural sciences, cultural heritage and creative artworks.