In “Now You See Me,” Charlene Prempeh Uncovers a Century of True Stories about Black Creatives
Eva Recinos talks to Charlene Prempeh, the author of “Now You See Me” on the contributions of Black thinkers and creatives across the fashion, architecture, and graphic design industries.
“Mid-Century Type” Unpacks the Rise of the Typographer
The latest title from typographer and graphic designer David Jury takes a deep dive into typography in post WWII America and Europe.
Brands for a Better World: Shifting Towards Sustainability
On this episode, Alicia Lahey of Humble Snacks talks about conscious consumerism, compostable packaging, and the importance of investing in plastic-free or plastic-neutral initiatives.
The Daily Heller: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
“31 Degrees” is an ambitious green urban vision.
Sharp Type’s Chantra Malee Wants to Pay it Forward
The Malee Scholarship is open for applications until May 5. Founded by Chantra Malee, CEO of NYC foundry Sharp Type, the scholarship aims to advance and empower female type designers of color.
Mrs&Mr Brew Up a Delicious Refresh for La Colombe
Collaborating closely with the creative minds at Mrs&Mr, La Colombe’s new visual identity pays tribute to its rich graphic tradition, infusing it with a contemporary twist.
What Matters to John Geletka
John Geletka on expressing gratitude to others, creating cartoon villains, and the rush provided by new processes and tools.
The Daily Heller: When Dictators Dictate Art
“Art in the Third Reich: Seduction & Distraction” explores the prejudices and preferences of Adolf Hitler as curator of Germany’s artistic styles, movements and schools.
Sister Mary Brings the Spirit of Samizdat to The Signal
Inspired by the spirit of samizdat, The Signal and NYC agency Sister Mary launch “The Long Game,” a bold reimagining of underground publishing for the modern era. Editor John Jamesen Gould reflects on the transformative power of print, elevating the emotional resonance and meaning of global affairs.
Design Matters: Emily Nagoski, Ph.D.
New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and educator Emily Nagoski is one of the most exceptional minds at work today on the science of sexual connection, intimacy, and arousal. She joins to discuss her remarkable career and new book, “Come Together.”
Business Design School: If You Can Design a Building, You Can Design a Business
Sam Aquillano on the series of informed choices designers make to get a desired outcome, and how this process is exactly like designing a business.
Professional Calligrapher Margaret Shepherd Won’t Let Calligraphy Die
With over 55 years as a professional calligrapher and 20 how-to book titles to her name, Margaret Shepherd is keen on keeping calligraphy alive and well.
The Daily Heller: Our Students, Their Ventures, Much Pride
At any level—associate, BFA, MFA, Ph.D.—the mandate is to train designers to think, make and do.
From Canon to Context: Book Club Recap with Ellen Lupton
Aye Yi Yi, A.I.
What are the Most Recognizable Logos in the Healthcare Industry?
The Daily Heller: Design Gems Made in Italy
Design as a Strategic Asset in Branding
House Industries and Autotype Bust a New Type Routine
StreetEasy’s Renaissance Campaign Spotlights NYC Real Estate Odyssey
The Daily Heller: A Tiny Postage Stamp Book Designed to Save the Sea
The Great Anti-Doom Scrolling Therapy Guide
Beyond Basic: Rethinking Value for Today’s Beverage Consumers
Design Matters
Design Matters: Emily Nagoski, Ph.D.
New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and educator Emily Nagoski is one of the most exceptional minds at work today on the science of sexual connection, intimacy, and arousal. She joins to discuss her remarkable career and new book, “Come Together.”
The Daily Heller
The Daily Heller: Alexander Isley Does Modern(ism) a Favor
The designer says he was given a gift when he was asked to update USModernist’s identity.
The Daily Heller: Colorful Swatches (Not Watches!)
“Color Charts: A History” offers a full spectrum of inspiration.
The Daily Heller: The Orphaned Gloves of Los Angeles
These bits of apparel no longer function in the literal sense—but they’re beautiful in their disfunctionality.
The Daily Heller: A Graphic Memoir of Love, Pain and Healing
Complex in its structure and accessible through its artistry, “How Do I Draw These Memories?” is a compelling sensory experience.
The Daily Heller: SVA’s 75th Celebrated on 23rd and 3rd
Take a trip down SVA WAY.
The Daily Heller: Our Earth as Women See It
In her new book, Rhonda Rubinstein turns the lens on the good, bad and tragic in the precious animal kingdom.
The Daily Heller: The Primordial Abstract Art of Matthew Marcot
Marcot riffs on being in a “state of unearthly enchantment, endless mystery and wonder.”
The Daily Heller: Ganzeer, an Artist Who Designs (and Vice Versa)
Ganzeer shines a light on “The Solar Grid,” and more.
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BRANDING & IDENTITY DESIGN
DICE Creative Director, Patrick Duffy, is Suspicious of Success
The Executive Creative Director behind the global ticketing platform shares his thoughts on humor, brand development, and what makes DICE special.
A Colossal Brand Refresh for the Boston Symphony Orchestra
Boston agency Colossus has unveiled a fresh visual identity for the historic Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) and its affiliated brands: The Boston Pops, Tanglewood, and Symphony Hall.
Unlocking Creative Potential: Inside Dropbox’s ‘Blank Space’ Design Summit
An interview with Charmie Shah on designing the materials and installations for Dropbox’s annual design summit, an event designed to reinvigorate participants’ creative agency.
Do You Have a Website Problem or a Branding Problem?
Deroy Peraza of Hyperakt on website, branding, and getting to the root cause of what you’re trying to fix.
Conran Design Group Unveils a Fresh, Progress-Minded Identity
Believing that design intertwines ever more with progress, Conran Design Group ushers in a transformative phase with the launch of its new identity.
Coca-Cola Embraces Imitation With the ‘Every Coca-Cola is Welcome’ Campaign
One of the most recognizable brands celebrates the very many ways their logo has been reimagined by others globally.
Five Brand Leaders on the State of Branding and What’s Next
In the spirit of “What’s Next?” Amelia Nash asked five brand leaders whose agencies are represented at OFFF to share their perspective about the state of branding and what the future of the profession might look like.
My Favorite Things: Are Favorite Things Getting More Powerful?
Tom Guarriello on “brand as signal,” and what our objects and choices mean in the modern world. AI knows the score, too.
The Future of Sound: Tauron Lab’s Art-Tech Fusion
What does sound look like? A new audiovisual lab in Poland sought to bring some answers to life in a brand identity by creative agency Meteora.
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