A small rocket lifts off above a swirling ribbon of smoke that wraps a bold quote: “THE BEST WAY TO PREDICT THE FUTURE IS TO CREATE IT.” The composition blends optimism and momentum, turning a familiar innovation mantra into a graphic emblem of forward motion.

A rocket rises from its own wake, carrying a message that treats the future as something built rather than awaited. The looping exhaust becomes a visual metaphor for effort and iteration, while the stacked typography reads like a manifesto—clear, energetic, and decisively optimistic.

The design is translated into powder coated metal through clean cut lettering and flowing smoke ribbons that create depth through negative space. The rocket silhouette is kept crisp and minimal, while the sweeping curves are engineered to read as continuous motion, enhanced by the floating shadow effect created by the offset mount.

Curator’s Note: This quote is widely used in innovation and entrepreneurship culture as a reminder that direction is made through action—an ethos often expressed through launch imagery, where ascent symbolizes commitment and risk.

Specifications:
Material: Powder coated metal
Thickness: 1,5 mm (approx. 15 gauge)
Mounting: hardware included (mounting screws, standoff/offset screws, and wall plugs) — designed to sit 1.5 cm / 0.6 in off the wall for a floating shadow effect
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use