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What I'm Reading: The American Scholar, Summer 2024. Published quarterly in Washington, DC, by Phi Beta Kappa, the academic honor society. This is a great example of how to design a text-heavy, journal publication and make it look beautiful, dynamic, and richly-detailed. Design director David Herbick (a colleague of mine way back in the day at Newsweek) uses smart typography, restrained color, elegant white space, and large, striking illustrations to give The American Scholar a vibrant, modern visual voice. I love the logo and cover format, and the dynamic cover illustration by Isabel Espanol, as well as the knockout inside artwork by Matt Rota and Luke Best. The production values and paper stock are superb, and the 7" x 10" smaller format is nifty. Too many journals and text-heavy publications look tired, old fashioned, and just plain fuddy duddy, but The American Scholar has an exciting and forward-looking design that rocks. https://lnkd.in/gXHjvkxH #magazines #magazinedesign #magazinecover #graphicdesign #illustration

Nice to be featured at Linkiesta! The article features some of my work and talks about some inspirations for my design practice. You can read more about it here https://lnkd.in/d74U2dmN This is one of the featured artwork, "WORDS ARE FUTILE DEVICES". #motiondesign #creativecoding #kinetictypography

🎞️ Helvetica (2007): This documentary explores the impact and ubiquity of the Helvetica font in design and typography. It provides a deep dive into the world of typography and its influence on graphic design. 🎞️ Design Disruptors (2016): This documentary focuses on the transformative power of design in the business world. It features interviews with design leaders from companies like Airbnb, Facebook, and Google, shedding light on how design thinking shapes their products and services. 🎞️ Exit Through the Gift Shop (2010): Directed by the elusive street artist Banksy, this documentary blurs the line between art and commercialism. It offers a unique perspective on the world of street art and its relationship with mainstream graphic design and advertising. 🎞️ Objectified (2009): From the same director as "Helvetica," Gary Hustwit, this documentary delves into the world of industrial design and product design. It explores how everyday objects are designed, manufactured, and consumed, offering valuable insights into the creative process. #upplexcommunity #movienight #helvetica #designdisruptors #exitthroughthegiftshop #objectified

Dive into the world of design, where thinking differently becomes a canvas for creative expression. Colors aren't merely visual elements; they wield psychological influence and tell compelling stories. Ever wondered about the theory of colors? It's a fascinating exploration into how different hues evoke emotions and convey messages. From the vibrant energy of red to the calming influence of blue, each color carries a unique narrative. As we craft designs, let's not just pick colors; let's understand their language. Applying color theory elevates our designs, making them intentional and impactful. So, as we venture into the realms of creativity, let's paint with purpose, breaking free from conventions and infusing our designs with the rich palette of thoughtful innovation. #designthinking #colortheory #creativeexpression https://lnkd.in/eRyvsqFG

#color #theory is a conceptual framework and set of guidelines used to understand how colors interact with each other and how they can be combined to create #visuallyimpaired #appealing #designs. It involves the study of color relationships, the color wheel, and the psychological effects of colors. Color theory provides a #systematic approach for artists, #designers , and #communicators to make informed decisions about color selection and application in various #visual mediums. #blogs #pdf #design #graphicdesign

How do different cultures influence design and typography? As part of the 2024 Type Trends report, Monotype takes a deeper look at how design is manifesting across the globe. Tune into this episode of Creative Characters for insights, stories, and anecdotes from creative thought leaders shaping their local design scenes around the world. #TypeTrends2024

Digital products should do more than simply serve a function, they should reach people beyond the touch screen ⚡️ This article from Hannah Hollis is a must-read if you want your digital product to stand out from the crowd, and to be truly great in a mediocre world. You can read the full article by clicking the link in the comments below 👇 This poster series aims to bring our polemics about product to life through the power of visual design and typography. #product #digitalproduct #productdesign

Have you got a few minutes? - 15 minutes? - 25 minutes? - 30 minutes? Are you looking for: - new ideas - new perspectives (Only value here ↓↓) I've compiled a list of 7 TED Talks that cover essential topics for designers. From typography → creative thinking. 7 TED Talks for every Graphic Designer: → Chip Kidd → Tim Brown → Paula Scher → David Carson → Julie Burstein → Matthew Carter → Janet Echelman Enjoy! 📌 P.S: I'm curious, which of these will you watch first? #GraphicDesign #TEDTalks #Design #Inspiration #Creativity #Innovation #Designer

I am very honoured and pleased to have been invited by the Circle Foundation for the Arts to have an illustration image selected to be featured and for publication in print & online for Spotlight Contemporary Art Magazine, issue 35 along with a short artist statement.   Spotlight is a curated digital and printed contemporary art magazine. Each new issue includes invited 80 - 90 artists from around the world working in a variety of media. They focus on telling the story of what art looks like today, through investigating different perspectives and styles. Spotlight has been very well received, with each issue having a projected readership of over 75,000 readers. The digital magazine is published on their website and Issuu where their previous magazines have a bit under 1 million reads. The printed magazine can be ordered directly from their website (A4 size with a full color, gloss 200gr cover and 115gr paper for the inside pages).   Here is finalized layout proof sent of how my selected work will look before publication.   Illustration selected for publication is:   Title: Blossoming Together (version 2) Media: Chalk pastels, pencil, compressed charcoal, ink on Arches BFK Rives archival print-making and drawing paper and digital media Size: 28 inches wide by 40 inches high   Illustration by Anson Liaw   #calancaswitzerlandbiennale2025 #calancaswitzerlandbiennale #trees #tree #nature #climbing #life #posterart #figurativeart #posterillustration #posterart #posterartwork #treeoflife #treecare #everlasting #treelove #resilienttree #memoriesforlife #renewal #resilient #resilientgrowth #themagictree #cinematicexperience #cinematic #consistentgrowth #treeforlife #ResilienceJourney #haunting #dreams #elevation #myfavoritetree #blossomingtogether #blossomingflowers #blossomingbeauty #robin #birds #watering #constantchange #constantgrowth #echoes #playitagain #memoriesmade #MemoriesInMotion #memoriesforever #together #blossominglove #dreamteam #partofus #unified #sustainability

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