In episode 2 of Off Book, typeface designers Jonathan Hoefler and Tobias Frere-Jones outline the importance of selecting the right font to convey a particular feeling. Graphic designer Paula Scher talks about building identity in messaging, while Eddie Opara uses texture to create reaction. Infographic designers Julia Vakser and Deroy Peraza map complicated data sets into digestible imagery, mixing color, graphics and type. http://www.pbs.org/arts
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Flights of Genius by Stephen Powers
Flights of Genius by Stephen Powers from Jun Lee on Vimeo.
Ogilvy & Mather New York and Joshua Liner Gallery unveil a series of commissioned murals by celebrated artist Stephen Powers that reinterpret the words and quotes of agency founder David Ogilvy.
10 Bullets. By Tom Sachs
“Working to Code” is a movie series designed for members of the Tom Sachs studio team.
Edward de Bono on Creative Thinking
Edward de Bono, renowned expert on creative thinking, talks about creativity and about thinking outside the box.
He also presented a televised course in the early 1980’s on the BBC — Lecture 4 “Lateral Thinking” he talks about how creatives can be rigid and how humor helps the creative mind create. Definitely worth a watch.
James Victore Interview
Interview with graphic designer James Victore. Part of a series by Hillman Curtis.