Client comments

It has been a blessing working with an artist that is so involved, talented and driven.

But Marko has more than just these qualities. He also has a good understanding of what an artist wants and knows how to put these ideas into the visual realm.

Now, that's being a real pro.

Patrick Mameli
singer & guitarist, Pestilence

Briefly

This is online portfolio of Marko Saarelainen, a freelance graphic/web designer operating in/from Helsinki, Finland.

During the last decade or so I've done various design work, mostly for the music industry. In plain english: album artwork, illustrations, posters and web sites for various bands and labels.

Don't hesitate to contact me if you're looking for an artist for your next project and the artwork represented at the references-page impressed you.

Various artwork by Marko

Showcase

    • Lampela & Lampi, album illustration

    • Client

      Lampela & Lampi

    • Product

      CD layout, website

    • Published

      4.4.2011

    • Lampela, better known as a rap-artist Steen1, and actor Jussi Lampi did an album together and I had the honor of creating illustarions and layout for the package. Read more »

    • Skye Design, website

    • Client

      Skye Design

    • Product

      Website

    • Published

      18.1.2010

    • Skye Design is a creative multimedia-agency which produces tailored advertising and marketing solutions for small and medium sized companies. Read more »

    • Liekehtivä, website

    • Client

      Liekehtivä Sikiö

    • Product

      CD artwork, website

    • Published

      11.11.2009

    • Liekehtivä Sikiö (previously known as Steen1) released "Pesismaila & Ananas" album at November 2009. Read more »

    • Ramin Välitys Oy, website

    • Client

      Ramin Välitys Inc.

    • Product

      Website

    • Published

      22.10.2009

    • Ramin Välitys Inc. is a small yet effective agency which concentrates on artist bookings and organizing various events. Read more »

    • The Project Hate, album artwork

    • Client

      The Project Hate MCMXCIX

    • Product

      CD artwork, website

    • Published

      6.7.2009

    • The Project Hate MCMXCIX is a swedish metal band which was formed in 1998. "The Lustrate Process" is their sixth studio album. Read more »

    • Steen1, album artwork

    • Client

      Steen1

    • Product

      CD artwork, website

    • Published

      25.3.2009

    • Steen1 gained attention in Finland with his debut album in 2004. Besides working as a musician he's been a tv-host, producer and writer. Read more »

    • Pestilence, album artwork

    • Client

      Pestilence

    • Product

      CD artwork, website

    • Published

      15.3.2009

    • Pestilence is a dutch death metal band which was formed in 1986. They disbanded 1994 but reunited in 2008. Read more »

    • Global Domination, website

    • Client

      Global Domination

    • Product

      Website

    • Published

      4.3.2009

    • Global Domination is a webzine formed in 2004 that focuses on covering heavier music. Site offers interviews, reviews and active forums. Read more »

Recently published

  • ThumbnailThe Project Hate, album artwork and layout. (8.12.2012)
  • ThumbnailSteen1, album layout. (13.11.2012)
  • ThumbnailArbitrator, website. Graphics, WordPress installation and template modification. (12.3.2012)
  • ThumbnailF.K.Ü, website. Graphics, WordPress installation and template modification. (23.1.2012)
  • ThumbnailSteen1, album layout. (20.9.2011)
  • ThumbnailLumitukku, website. WordPress installation and template modification. (1.9.2011)
  • ThumbnailSteen1, website. Graphics. (30.8.2011)

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