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Explore the brilliance of 2023's Young Ones TDC winners! Our archive is a testament to typographic excellence. The next deadline for young talents is March 1st. If you know college students with exceptional typography skills, spread the word! Today, we highlight an Art Center College of Design winner for their outstanding work on 'Recipe for Moral Panic,' captured impeccably by Charlie Sin "Polarization is deeply ingrained in America's history, manifesting as a cultural chasm that often goes unnoticed. Examining the 1980s Satanic Panic as a prime example, 'Recipe for a Moral Panic' delves into the cyclical nature of such phenomena in the U.S. The book, presented in seven chapters resembling a traditional cookbook, explores the persistent fear of Otherness, echoing from the Salem Witch Trials to modern-day QAnon. Its visual design challenges conventional Satanism imagery, using cooking metaphors to symbolize unattainable family ideals. The modular typeface draws inspiration from religious text, providing a unique perspective on the enduring impact of moral panics."

🔥 Gender and justice are like two threads woven together. Stories at the intersection of these narratives hold the key to empathy, understanding, and a shared vision for a world where everyone is treated equally. CREA is leading this change as a path-breaking feminist and justice oriented organisation. They are now inviting storytellers to share untold stories of resilience, change and so much more. Do consider applying if that excites you. And before you doubt yourself, remember we are all storytellers!! #gender #socialjustice #opportunities

Arts Management Uniting Arts and Audiences in the 21st Century Second Edition Author Ellen Rosewall Accessible presentation: written at a level and with a tone that is both engaging and approachable for beginning students Thorough and comprehensive coverage: addresses all major issues necessary to prepare students for a career in Art Management, including topics like cultural sensitivity, challenges of a changing society, and community engagement that are not covered in many competition books New to this Edition: Inclusion of the latest research findings and changes in technology that have led to innovations in marketing, fundraising, and program design New case studies representing responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter

So cool to see the family teaching gene in my cousin Benjamin K. ‘s world! Take 5 minutes and learn something new - the video is just 2 min if you need a super crash course. Some universal truths Benny highlights: 💚 Engage people through emotions and storytelling ✅ Follow a process 🤔 Think several steps ahead Benny has a GREAT personality, I know his class is going to be 🔥🔥🔥 #entrepreneurs #creativity #lifelonglearning #leadership #teaching #coaching #excellence #executivelift

If memory serves, I think I was looking at, and very excited about, record covers from Neville Brody, and the drawings of Ben Shaun at the time of making this. Was also reading ReSearch Fanzine, that dealt with the theme of the untapped power of sounds. Neville Brody: Everybody during that last year of Seattle Central Community College Art School (a great program by the way), had their nose in Brody’s first monograph. I was no exception; I particularly liked the hand lettering, the distressed type and the more seemingly “organic” things. There is a sliver of history where British post punk design really caught my attention; Brody, in no small way, was part of that influence. https://lnkd.in/g3rF32D5 Ben Shaun: https://lnkd.in/gvuZWpiw In my research for this project, I discovered Ben Shaun. His illustrations, paintings, design and hand lettering are jam-packed with soul. I wanted Boom Boom to look like a Ricky Ricardo record filtered through barbiturates and a bad attitude. The letters I had created and that where influenced by Shaun, fit the bill well. Vale/ReSearch mag on sounds  https://lnkd.in/g8NvT6tn I’m not sure if this link is the particular issue I read. Hell, Im not even sure if its the right publication; Its been a while, so if you don’t mind humoring me … I remember the article mentioning something about how the government allegedly used sound to suss out particular behaviors in people. There was a dark little bit in there about how there is a tone of sound so low, that it can burst a targets intestines (eekgad). The notion and process of making a type composition with sound had pinned a wiggly line back to this article.

🎨 Cover Color Clash: Your Insight vs. My Eccentric Taste! 🎨 Hello, LinkedIn Family! As we gear up for the May 7th launch of "From Forming to Performing," I'm reminded that my knack for design is, well... 'distinctive'. 😅 And yet, your guidance has been the beacon I gladly follow. Truly, this journey is better with your hands on the helm. The first round of votes revealed the title you resonated with, which (to my surprise) wasn’t my top pick. Then, you chose the playful blocks for the cover, capturing the spirit of collaboration—a choice that also charmingly bypassed my predictions. My track record? Let's just say, I'm cheerfully embracing a solid 0 for 2. So, why stumble to 0 for 3 when I can tap into the collective brilliance of you all? We're zooming in on the essentials now, and it's my name's turn to shine—or at least, stand out more than it currently does. 🔔 Time to weigh in: Peek at the attached image and tell me, which color strip should crown the not-so-short moniker of Cary Bailey-Findley? Trust your instincts and cast your vote! A heartfelt thank you for your enduring patience, sharp aesthetics, and the lifeline you've thrown to save me from my own 'unique' choices. Together, we’re adding that special something to the alchemy of this book's creation! #FinalTouch #NameInColor #BookLaunchCountdown #CommunityCurated

Prepping for my guest lecture at School of Visual Arts tomorrow in the designer toy class of Jason Freeny ... students get to benefit from a "Cliffs Notes" version of my personal observations and analysis of our industry over the past two decades. Working artists and aspiring toy artists tend to ask me similar sets of questions about how to proceed into their character art careers, so I distilled all of that knowledge down into two main topics which are easily relatable: 1. how to generate interest in your characters and make that human / emotional connection with your potential audience, and 2. how to merchandise your own IP in a logical way that doesn't involve going broke or into debt. I have posted an online version of this lecture here: https://lnkd.in/ejNUeXyw But if you want a PDF version of my slide lecture, feel free to DM me.

Part 2 of this essay on predictions about art and A.I. https://lnkd.in/edNk58Bs

The last month of the year requires compulsory reminiscing of the best books of 2023, and The History of Art Without Men still stands strong on my list. I very much enjoyed writing this article for Varsity earlier this year, so please do give it a read if you still haven't decided on all of your Christmas presents :) https://lnkd.in/eVGpw7un #historyofartwithoutmen#katyhessel#varsity#arts#artswriting

Hannah Liaw’s work was selected for the 2023 AP Art and Design Digital Exhibit, which features exceptional artwork from AP students' final portfolios. Learn more about Hannah's work: http://spr.ly/60475ctkD From Hannah: "'Looking Back' is a digital piece I created about forgotten memories, growing up, and the feelings that come with it. It's like taking a trip down memory lane, where you remember the toys and books you loved as a kid. Remember those random homework papers where you can form a picture after answering the questions? Remember the joy of opening a Happy Meal without knowing what you’ll get? The items scattered under the bed are there, just like in that old photo album, but they're not as bright and shiny as they used to be. This piece also relates to my sustained investigation, showing a sense of nostalgia and reminiscence. When you look back at these once-treasured possessions, you are reminded of a time when life was simpler, easier, more free, and not tied down by expectations and the watchful eyes of onlookers." #APArt #APArtandDesign