Podcast appearances and mentions of Paula Scher

Why do brands have such power over us? Ruth Alexander talks to the designers influencing your decisions about what and where you eat. Renowned graphic designer Paula Scher shares her insights on what it takes to create a visual identity that stands the test of time, including her work on the US fast-food restaurant Shake Shack. And Arjen Klinkenberg, the creative mind behind Dutch company Tony's Chocolonely, tells us how he designed its distinctive chocolate bar wrapper in just 10 minutes. Together they discuss what makes a design classic a classic and reveal the secret to building a brand that endures (hint: don't tweak). To get in touch with the show, please email: thefoodchain@bbc.co.uk Producers: Izzy Greenfield and Sam Clack.

MAKE IT BIG. NO BIGGER—Paula Scher is not really a “magazine person.”But if you ever needed evidence of the value of what we like to call “magazine thinking,” look no further than Pentagram, the world's most influential design firm. The studio boasts a roster of partners whose work is rooted in magazine design: Colin Forbes, David Hillman, Kit Hinrichs, Luke Hayman, DJ Stout, Abbott Miller, Matt Willey, and, yes, today's guest.Paula has been a Pentagram partner since 1991. She's an Art Director's Club Hall of Famer—and AIGA Medalist. She has shaped the visual landscape for iconic brands—Coca-Cola, Citibank, Tiffany, and Shake Shack—always with her instinctive understanding of how typography, design, and storytelling come together.In other words, she plays the same game we do.In 1993, Paula collaborated with Janet Froelich on a redesign of The New York Times Magazine and built a platform for pioneering editorial innovation that continues to this day. In 1995, she helped me break down Fast Company's editorial mission, in her own distinctively reductive way: “It's about the ideas, not the people,” she said. It was a game-changer.But Paula isn't just a design legend—she's also a complete badass.Starting out at a time when the industry was still predominantly male, Paula carved out space for herself by fighting for it. Her work at CBS and Atlantic Records redefined album cover design. Later, her rebranding for cultural institutions like The Public Theater and the Museum of Modern Art helped cement the importance of an unforgettable identity system for any organization.And, as a longtime educator at New York's School of Visual Arts, Paula has molded generations of designers who have gone on to shape the industry in their own ways—including our very own Debra Bishop.We spoke to Paula upon the launch of her new, 500-plus page monograph, Paula Scher: Works.—This episode is made possible by our friends at Commercial Type and Freeport Press. Print Is Dead (Long Live Print!) is a production of Magazeum LLC ©2021–2025

In this episode of the AIGA Design Podcast, hosts Lee-Sean Huang and Giulia Donatello and guest Scott Berkun, author of Why Design is Hard, discuss the complexities of design, touching on themes such as the challenges designers face, the importance of understanding business contexts, and the role of curiosity as a superpower. We explore the concept of 'gravity problems' in design, emphasizing the need for designers to navigate organizational politics and influence effectively. The conversation also explores the myths surrounding design, the evolving identity of designers in the workplace, and the impact of AI on the future of design. Takeaways Designers often assume they know better without understanding the context. Gravity problems are unsolvable issues that designers must learn to navigate. Understanding the business context can enhance a designer's influence. Curiosity is a vital skill for designers to build relationships. Designers should focus on the value they bring beyond aesthetics. The myth of the 'eureka moment' oversimplifies the design process. Designers can influence decisions by visualizing problems and solutions. Career paths should prioritize fulfilling work over job titles. AI will change the design landscape, but human oversight remains essential. Building trust and relationships is crucial for designers to succeed. References & Recommendations Why Design is Hard (Scott's book) -  https://amzn.to/4amlzUb  Jaguar Rebrand Video, “Copy Nothing” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLtFIrqhfng  Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life (reference for “gravity problems”) - https://amzn.to/40yeM6D  Netflix documentary about Paula Scher referenced in the episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCfBYE97rFk  Feline Philosophy: Cats and the Meaning of Life -  https://amzn.to/3C7icUA Scott Berkun's website - https://scottberkun.com/ Watch the video version of the AIGA Design Podcast on YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/user/AIGAdesign

This episode didn't get nearly as many listens as it should, probably being that it was only episode 6, so now is a good time to push this rerun out into the world. Especially since LA is on fire, and I've been temporarily displaced by the fires. Enjoy!Renowned graphic designer Gail Anderson shares her journey from creating magazines in her youth to working at Rolling Stone and beyond, discussing her experiences as a woman of color in the design industry and the evolution of her career. Listen in on how Gail's mentors shaped her path and the fulfillment she finds in seeing her designs in the world._______Support this podcast with a small donation: Buy Me A CoffeeThis show is powered by Nice PeopleJoin this podcast and the Patreon community: patreon.com/womendesignersyoushouldknowHave a 1:1 mentor call with Amber Asay: intro.co/amberasay____About Gail:Gail Anderson is a distinguished designer, writer, and educator, renowned for her impactful work at Rolling Stone magazine where she served as senior art director. She's an AIGA Medalist, has authored 14 books and currently chairs the BFA Advertising and BFA Design departments at the School of Visual Arts. Anderson's creative portfolio extends to Broadway, where she has designed posters for notable productions, and she has several awards, including the 2018 Cooper Hewitt National Design Award for Lifetime Achievement​In this episode, Gail shares her journey, starting from her early years as a creative in grammar school to what it was like navigating the challenges as a Black woman designer in the 80s and 90s, while breaking barriers in the industry.Join us as we explore Gail's career, her inspirations, and her thoughts on the evolving world of design. Today, we're bringing you a firsthand look into the mind of a true design trailblazer.A massive thank you to Gail for sharing her incredible journey, insights, and wisdom with us. It's been an absolute honor to have her on the show and to learn from her experiences and expertise.  Her story is a testament to the power of creativity, perseverance, and passion. Highlights:Gail's creative beginnings and inspirations in the BronxHer education at SVA and women teachers like Paula Scher, Carin Goldberg, Louise FiliNavigating the design industry in the 80s and 90s as a black womanIconic work at Rolling Stone and BroadwayThe importance of writing books on design for continual learningReflections on her career and legacy in the design worldLinks:Learn more about Gail Anderson's work at her websiteSubscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and SpotifySocial Media:Instagram: @amberasayInstagram: @WomenDesignersPod ____View all the visually rich 1-min reels of each woman on IG below:Instagram: Amber AsayInstagram: Women Designers Pod

fWotD Episode 2749: Album covers of Blue Note Records Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Wednesday, 13 November 2024 is Album covers of Blue Note Records.The album covers of Blue Note Records, an American jazz record label, have been recognized for their distinctive designs. Many of these covers feature a combination of bold colors, experimental typography, and candid photographs of the album's musicians, and have been described as belonging to the Bauhaus and Swiss Style movements.In the early 1950s, the LP record format gained popularity, increasing the demand for album covers with graphics and information. During this time, artists like Gil Mellé, Paul Bacon, and John Hermansader began designing covers for Blue Note, often featuring pictures by photographer Francis Wolff. In 1956, Reid Miles, a former assistant to Hermansader, was hired as Blue Note's art director. Miles made 400 to 500 album covers for the label, which used various typefaces, mixed letter cases, and design principles and techniques such as asymmetry and tinting. Miles left Blue Note in 1967 following founder Alfred Lion's retirement; after Miles's departure, Forlenza Venosa Associates and other artists, including Mati Klarwein and Bob Venosa, designed many of the label's covers. The early to mid-1970s saw the work of designers such as Norman Seeff and Bob Cato featured on Blue Note covers, while in the late 1970s and early 1980s, the label's records were reissued in Japan with new covers designed by Japanese artists. From the mid-1980s through the early 21st century, a number of artists, including Paula Scher, P. R. Brown, and Adam Pendleton, contributed to the cover designs for the label's releases.The Blue Note album covers, particularly those designed by Miles, have been highly regarded and considered definitive of jazz's visual identity. Critics have praised the covers' designs as iconic and noted their ability to capture the spirit of the musicians and their music. The style of these covers has inspired several graphic designers and musicians, influencing a wide range of album art and other visual media.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:54 UTC on Wednesday, 13 November 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Album covers of Blue Note Records on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Kimberly.

Are you just as interested in the people behind the work as the work itself? The Creative Boom Podcast takes a unique approach—it's not just about the finished project; it's about what makes creatives tick. Join host Katy Cowan for warm, candid conversations with fascinating guests, from well-known names like Paula Scher, Gail Anderson and Stefan Sagmeister to lesser-known but equally inspiring creatives making waves in their own right. In each Monday episode, we dive into personal breakthroughs, creative frustrations, and the human side of creativity. And now, with The Spark, a new Thursday bonus episode, you'll get a quick pick-me-up with creative news, practical tips, and listener stories to keep you inspired through the week. So whether you're after deep conversations or a burst of inspiration, The Creative Boom Podcast has you covered. Subscribe now and join the conversation.

Creating Scarcity for Digital Products: How to Generate Demand In this solo episode, Chris Do discusses innovative strategies for creating demand and scarcity for digital products, even when supply is seemingly infinite. Drawing on insights from Daniel Priestly, Chris explains the importance of setting hard caps on product availability and the psychological effects of scarcity on consumer behavior. He also shares practical tips for implementing waitlists and enrollment caps to maintain high value and demand for products. Tune in to learn how to effectively market your digital offerings and optimize consumer interest. Check out The Futur: ➤ Website | Courses | LinkedIn | Podcasts ➤ Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube Check out Chris Do: ➤ Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter ➤ TikTok | Threads | Zaap | Clubhouse | Behance  Grab your FREE ticket to join Design Camp here! Happening September 10–13. There are 20+ talks you can watch for FREE. But you'll want to upgrade to the Boss Bundle $88 AUD (about $59 USD) which will get you access to 4 VIP talks (with Chris Do, Paula Scher, Kristy Campbell and James Barnard), live panel discussion, lifetime access to recordings, and over $3000 worth of content. When you use my affiliate link to snag your free ticket and consider upgrading to the Boss Bundle, I earn a small commission. This helps me continue creating awesome free content for you. Thanks in advance for using my affiliate link! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paula Scher calls The Verdict "a favorite" and rightfully so. The performances are spectacular, the mystery keeps you engaged, and the ending leaves a mark. In addition to the movie, we discuss dedication and focus, Better Call Saul, pinball, Cool Hand Luke, and Michael Clayton, although not in that order. Her new book, "Paula Scher: Works" chronicles her early days in the music industry as an art director with CBS Records and Atlantic Records, to the launch of her first studio Koppel & Scher, to her 25-year engagement with Pentagram.

THE ARTIST AS ENTREPRENEUR —Michele Outland has spent her career at some really beautiful magazines. Beautiful ... because she made them that way. Her resume includes stops at Martha Stewart's Everyday Food, Domino, Nylon, and Bon Appétit, as well as the magazine she created and launched with her good friend, Fiorella Valdesolo: Gather Journal.Gather, which only published 13 issues, made a powerful impact on the magazine business. In its five-year run, it won a James Beard Award for Visual Storytelling, an Art Director's Club Award, and 20 medals from the Society of Publication Designers, including being named “Brand of the Year” in 2015.Under her leadership, Bon Appétit won the ASME National Magazine Award for Design along with a slew of SPD awards.We talked to Michele about:  the power of internships, her Korean mother's influence on the way she thinks about food, about how to start a magazine in a post-print world — and when we can expect the return of Gather Journal, the strong female role models who shaped her career, and, of course, PIZZA. Print Is Dead (Long Live Print!) is a production of Magazeum LLC & MO.D ©2021–2024

Renowned graphic designer Gail Anderson shares her journey from creating magazines in her youth to working at Rolling Stone and beyond, discussing her experiences as a woman of color in the design industry and the evolution of her career. Listen in on how Gail's mentors shaped her path and the fulfillment she finds in seeing her designs in the world.____About Gail:Gail Anderson is a distinguished designer, writer, and educator, renowned for her impactful work at Rolling Stone magazine where she served as senior art director. She's an AIGA Medalist, has authored 14 books and currently chairs the BFA Advertising and BFA Design departments at the School of Visual Arts. Anderson's creative portfolio extends to Broadway, where she has designed posters for notable productions, and she has several awards, including the 2018 Cooper Hewitt National Design Award for Lifetime Achievement​In this episode, Gail shares her journey, starting from her early years as a creative in grammar school to what it was like navigating the challenges as a Black woman designer in the 80s and 90s, while breaking barriers in the industry.Join us as we explore Gail's career, her inspirations, and her thoughts on the evolving world of design. Today, we're bringing you a firsthand look into the mind of a true design trailblazer.A massive thank you to Gail for sharing her incredible journey, insights, and wisdom with us. It's been an absolute honor to have her on the show and to learn from her experiences and expertise.  Her story is a testament to the power of creativity, perseverance, and passion. Highlights:Gail's creative beginnings and inspirations in the BronxHer education at SVA and women teachers like Paula Scher, Carin Goldberg, Louise FiliNavigating the design industry in the 80s and 90s as a black womanIconic work at Rolling Stone and BroadwayThe importance of writing books on design for continual learningReflections on her career and legacy in the design worldLinks:Learn more about Gail Anderson's work at her websiteSubscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts and SpotifySocial Media:Instagram: @amberasayInstagram: @WomenDesignersPod ____View all the visually rich 1-min reels of each woman on IG below:Instagram: Amber AsayInstagram: Women Designers Pod

Tune into this 7th episode of a 10-part series, "Designer's Digest” with Ruchita Madhok. Audiogyan creates this series in partnership with @godrejdesignlab Designer's Digest series is about Design as a profession, its daily grind, the secrets to climbing the design career ladder, and what edge we'll need to thrive in the captivating design world. Ruchita has been a guest on episode 159, named “Designing a Visual Guide”. The poetry of everyday life inspires her. Through the mediums of cyanotype printmaking and drawing, she explores the conversations between nature, the cosmos, and the inner self. An award-winning communication designer, Ruchita brings a passion for print, photography, and illustration to her work as she plays with words and images to create works of art, books, and zines. Ruchita is the Founder and Director of Kahani Designworks and built Storycity, Imaginative books, maps, and guides for curious people. We talk about what it means to be a graphic designer, in India, as a woman, and how you grow as a designer, many things to unpack. Questions Who is a graphic designer? What's the job? You engage yourself in Poetry, Literature, and many other things beyond design. How critical it is for any creative endeavor? How do you see growth in this discipline? What does an entry-level designer do in Graphic Design? A person with 30-40 years of experience like Paula Scher or Milton Glaser - Will they be still hands-on like a performing artist? How do you see the graphic design career ladder? I understand that Design has many aspects, including communication, solving problems, and more… Particularly in graphic design, it's communication, right? What is making you move (or have moved you) from Graphic Design and infographics to ‘art' and more niche sort of storytelling? Why have you started exploring cyanotype printmaking and more? Kahani Studioworks and StoryCity believe in collaboration? Do you hire? What do you seek in people with whom you hire or collaborate? How does your trio identity as an Indian woman, a designer, and now an artist influence your artistic style and perspective? Do you see a distinct thread running through your work that speaks about your Identity or Indian-ness? How do you harness it to give it a personality or avoid it stereotyping your work? What would you share as a tip/advice for young designers? Do you think your design work / or art needs to impact society? Should it influence fellow and young designers? You have been taking a lot of workshops and are interested in education. Tell me a little bit about it? Ethical practices and sustainable design choices are now becoming mainstream buzzwords. Where are you on that and what are your principles in this dynamic world of Graphic Design? In today's digital age, where people have been looking to increase the number of followers on social media, what advice would you give to Indian Designers (especially women)? What do they chase? What can make their work stand out or be impactful in this noisy world? How long can it take to find one's voice? The design field is vast and multifaceted. How would you encourage Indian women designers to explore their unique strengths and passions to find their niche within the industry? References https://www.instagram.com/ruchitamadhok/?hl=en-gb https://www.ruchitamadhok.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruchitamadhok/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&originalSubdomain=in https://www.behance.net/ruchita https://www.kahanidesignworks.com/ https://homegrown.co.in/homegrown-creators/ruchita-madhoks-botanical-cyanotypes-are-vibrant-interpretations-of-the-poetry-of-light https://audiogyan.com/2020/01/22/ruchita-madhok/ https://www.storycity.in/

Ever wonder why some crazy, talented Graphic Designers struggle with their careers while other, less talented Graphic Designers have long, fulfilling and successful careers?  Is it merely luck, or is it the unwavering commitment to growth that sets them apart?In the dynamic world of graphic design, talent alone isn't enough. Join us this week on The Angry Designer Podcast as we dig into why hustling and relentless determination are the true secret ingredients to becoming a successful in Graphic Designer.  In this eye-opening episode, we discuss:The Talent Myth:We unpack the dangerous belief that sheer talent is the only path to making it big in graphic design, and why this couldn't be further from the truth.Reality Check:How determination, hard work, and constant learning often eclipse raw talent. We dive into what hustle really means for graphic designers, and how it can launch careers to new heights.Defining Hustle vs. Talent:Discover the components of hustle that can push your design limits, from skill development to resilience, and why they're more critical than you think.The Reputation Riddle:Is being known for talent or for hustle better for your career? We explore the long-term effects of both reputations in the graphic design industry.Real-Life Hustlers:Be inspired by stories of famed hustlers who triumphed over rejection and failure, from Thomas Edison's perseverance to J.K. Rowling's rise from rejection.Design Icons' Secrets:Find out how legends like Paula Scher, Massimo Vignelli, and Milton Glaser hustled their way into design history, and why talent was only part of their success stories.The Pitfalls of Talent Alone:Understand the limitations of relying solely on talent and how it can hinder growth, adaptability, and opportunity.Underdogs & Late Bloomers:Celebrate the victories of the less naturally gifted who've hustled hard to carve out their place in the design world.Cultivating the Hustle Mentality:Get practical tips on developing a hustle mentality to propel your graphic design career forward, from goal setting to building a personal brand.So, are you ready to hustle your way to the top? Tune in, get inspired, and let's transform your graphic design journey from ordinary to extraordinary! Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Hey there, and welcome back to The Creative Boom Podcast. I'm Katy Cowan, and it's so good to have you with us for another season, during which we get up close and personal with some of the most interesting folks in the creative industry. This time around, we're keeping things laid-back but insightful, chatting about everything from the big questions to the little things that make our creative lives tick. Picture this: Aaron Draplin sharing how he's learning to take it easy after recently turning 50, finding peace amid the buzz. Or imagine getting some life-changing tips from Eleanor Burt on keeping those desk-bound aches and pains at bay. We're also diving into Sean J Cuttino's adventure of bringing his first children's book to life, and Teresa Ferreira will be sharing her journey towards a more sustainable design practice after almost seven years as head of design at the FT. And then there's Christoph Niemann, who's going to walk us through his creative process, showing us how to shake off those stuck moments and spark new, vibrant ideas. We've also got Joanna Henly joining us to talk about facing fears head-on and how that shapes our creative endeavours. And Simon Davies will share how creativity is rejuvenating Stoke-on-Trent, turning the Potteries into a beacon of culture and innovation once more. But that's just a taste. We've got a whole lineup of incredible guests this season, each with their own unique story and pearls of wisdom to share. So, grab your favourite cup of something warm, find a comfy spot, and join us every Monday morning. It's all about finding joy in the creative journey, learning a thing or two, and maybe even having a few laughs along the way. Make sure you're subscribed on your preferred podcast platform. If you haven't already, check out our archive of episodes – former guests include Paula Scher, Gail Anderson, Stefan Sagmeister, and Morag Myerscough. Here's to growing our creative careers together, one friendly chat at a time.

En este episodio exploramos el papel vital de las mujeres junto a María Carmona y Gloria Ruiz, cofundadoras de FIDO; una plataforma profesional que tiene como objetivo crear conciencia sobre la falta de equidad en el sector del diseño y destacar el trabajo de las mujeres. Hablamos de los desafíos que enfrentamos las mujeres en lo personal y lo profesional, sobre la falta de equidad para un avance real en la industria y sobre un liderazgo femenino y feminista. Una conversación que nos hace reflexionar sobre los roles establecidos. Referencias: María Carmona Gloria Ruiz FIDO - Feminism in Design Office MMC - Más Mujeres Creativas Verónica Fuerte - Hey Studio, podcast Women at work Paula Scher - diseñadora gráfica Elvira Dyangani Ose - primera directora del MACBA de Barcelona Jacinda Ardern-  ex primera ministra de Nueva Zelanda Sanna Marin - primera ministra de Finlandia Margaret Mead - antoplóloga feminista Sheila Bretteville The economist - ‘How motherhood hurts careers' Liderar desde lo femenino / Tatiana Camps (lectura recomendada)

Best of MTC: Paula Scher, Partner at Pentagramwww.MeettheCreatives.org 

In ancient times, hundreds of years before the dawn of history, director Rob Reiner gave the world a band named Spinal Tap. No one knows who they were or what they were doing … except for legendary designer Paula Scher, the mind behind 40 years of music artwork and branding. She chats with Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers about the true stories that inspired the classic mockumentary. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and an additional segment of our show every week. You'll also be supporting the work we do here on Slate Money. Sign up now at slate.com/moneyplus to help support our work. Podcast production by Jared Downing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In ancient times, hundreds of years before the dawn of history, director Rob Reiner gave the world a band named Spinal Tap. No one knows who they were or what they were doing … except for legendary designer Paula Scher, the mind behind 40 years of music artwork and branding. She chats with Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers about the true stories that inspired the classic mockumentary. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and an additional segment of our show every week. You'll also be supporting the work we do here on Slate Money. Sign up now at slate.com/moneyplus to help support our work. Podcast production by Jared Downing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In ancient times, hundreds of years before the dawn of history, director Rob Reiner gave the world a band named Spinal Tap. No one knows who they were or what they were doing … except for legendary designer Paula Scher, the mind behind 40 years of music artwork and branding. She chats with Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers about the true stories that inspired the classic mockumentary. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and an additional segment of our show every week. You'll also be supporting the work we do here on Slate Money. Sign up now at slate.com/moneyplus to help support our work. Podcast production by Jared Downing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In ancient times, hundreds of years before the dawn of history, director Rob Reiner gave the world a band named Spinal Tap. No one knows who they were or what they were doing … except for legendary designer Paula Scher, the mind behind 40 years of music artwork and branding. She chats with Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers about the true stories that inspired the classic mockumentary. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and an additional segment of our show every week. You'll also be supporting the work we do here on Slate Money. Sign up now at slate.com/moneyplus to help support our work. Podcast production by Jared Downing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In ancient times, hundreds of years before the dawn of history, director Rob Reiner gave the world a band named Spinal Tap. No one knows who they were or what they were doing … except for legendary designer Paula Scher, the mind behind 40 years of music artwork and branding. She chats with Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers about the true stories that inspired the classic mockumentary. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and an additional segment of our show every week. You'll also be supporting the work we do here on Slate Money. Sign up now at slate.com/moneyplus to help support our work. Podcast production by Jared Downing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does the future of graphic design look like? And how can today's emerging designers stay relevant in a fast-paced world? These are just some of the questions we posed to Paula Scher, one of the world's most influential graphic designers, as we kick off season six of The Creative Boom Podcast. Described as the "master conjurer of the instantly familiar", Scher straddles the line between pop culture and fine art in her iconic work, which can be seen just about everywhere you look. From the New York Public Theatre and MoMa to Tiffany & Co, Coca-Cola and Microsoft Windows, as well as iconic album covers for The Rolling Stones, Billy Joel, and Bob Dylan – Paula has had a phenomenal career thus far and continues to push boundaries as a partner at Pentagram. In a typical project in 2012, Scher created a new logo for Windows 8 that took it back to its roots as a window. We touch on this during our chat and discover how she helped the global brand re-imagine its older four-colour symbol as a more modern geometric shape. It's typical of her no-nonsense approach to graphic design, which continues to be in huge demand today. And it's something any of us can learn from. In fact, Paula has just released a new course for BBC Maestro, simply titled Graphic Design. It promises to explore the techniques central to successful visual communication, drawing on her own experiences in the field and offering exclusive insight into both her singular vision and innovative practices that have shaped today's industry. But we also wanted to know her thoughts on self-promotion, why she has never liked social media, and – most importantly – where she thinks AI is heading and how it might shape the future of graphic design.

Debbie Millman interviews Pentagram partners Emily Oberman, Giorgia Lupi, Marina Willer, Natasha Jen, and Paula Scher. Recorded LIVE at the 2023 AIGA Design Conference in New York City! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aigadesign/message

Aarron first met Paula Scher as a grad student in Philadelphia. He worked at the Temple University gallery and was hanging an exhibition of her posters when they first spoke about her work. He didn't know at the time how significant her influence on graphic design was, but her work made an impression on him. Paula's work and kinetic typography sits in the canon of graphic design history. Described as the “master conjurer of the instantly familiar,” Scher straddles the line between pop culture and fine art in her work. She's been a partner at Pentagram since 1991 where she has led the redesign of numerous major brands including Citi and Tiffany & Co. One other fun story from the show…we learn the real backstory behind the Citibank logo that Paula created, and the story isn't the same one you'll find if you Google it. This is the second episode of our series on design history, to be followed by interviews with legendary designers like Jonathan Hoefler, design curators like Paola Antonelli, and design historians like Barry Katz. After the interview, stay tuned for another special conversation with Heath Ceramics, which was founded by Edith Heath in the 1940s and played a major role in defining the mid-century modern aesthetic. Learn about the origins of Heath Ceramics and bring the history home with a special discount that we'll share at the end of the conversation. Heath Ceramics is one of our sponsors for this series on design history. Bring Heath home and take 15% off your online order using code “DesignBetter” between now and October 31st.Heath Ceramics is one of our sponsors for this series on design history. Bring Heath home and take 15% off your online order using code “DesignBetter” between now and October 31st. *** Visiting the links below is one of the best ways to support our show: Heath Ceramics: We love Heath Ceramics. They're the types of objects you pass on from generation to generation, the kind of gift you bring to a wedding, or the dishes that you'd want to put on a beautiful Thanksgiving table. You can support our show, bring Heath home and take 15% off your online order using code “DesignBetter” between now and October 31st: dbtr.co/heathceramics American Giant: Makers of the best hoodie on the planet, their clothing is American-made, ethically produced, and built to last. What more could you ask for? Save 20% off your first order with American Giant using our promo code DESIGNBETTER at checkout. dbtr.co/americangiant Methodical Coffee: Roasted, blended, brewed, served and perfected by verified coffee nerds

Show notes and transcript: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/llisa-demetrios#details Mid century modern design aesthetics are enduring and as relevant today as ever. Perhaps no designers influenced those philosophies more than Charles and Ray Eames whose body of work transcends media and is still being produced today. It's hard not to think of the Eames' as monolithic design heroes, but today we're taking a different look at them as human beings. We're talking with Llisa Demetrios, Chief Curator of the Eames Institute and the granddaughter of Charles and Ray.   In this interview, we get to know some of the personal stories behind the legendary designers, from how they met, to Llisa's experience having two of the most creative grandparents a child could wish for. This is the first episode of our series on design history, to be followed by interviews with legendary designers like Paula Scher and Jonathan Hoefler, design curators like Paola Antonelli, and design historians like Barry Katz. After the interview, stay tuned for a special conversation with Heath Ceramics, founded by Edith Heath in the 1940s and which played a major role in defining the mid-century modern aesthetic. Learn about the origins of Heath Ceramics and bring the history home with a special discount that we'll share at the end of the conversation. Heath Ceramics is one of our sponsors for this series on design history. Bring Heath home and take 15% off your online order using code “DesignBetter” between now and October 31st. Bio Llisa Demetrios is the Chief Curator for the Eames Institute, a non-profit 501(c)(3) public charity that aims to equip everyone with the lessons of Ray and Charles Eames, so that anyone can solve problems through design. Llisa has also been a bronze sculptor for over twenty years. She makes mainly in bronze material sculptures for contemplative retreats set in homes, private gardens and corporate spaces. Additionally, Llisa has worked as an archivist for both the Eames Office and MOMA. Please visit the links below to help support our show: Methodical Coffee: Roasted, blended, brewed, served and perfected by verified coffee nerds

She is one of the most influential graphic designers in the world and Partner at Pentagram. Paula Scher has left an untenable imprint in the design industry - from designing Boston's album cover to developing the brand identity of the Museum Of Modern Art and Tiffany & Co. In this episode of Design Can Kristina May talks to her about the ethical dilemmas of impactful design, the intricate dance between art and design and the principles that have shaped Scher's career.  We also cover: A key challenge that many designers face today How to balance craftsmanship and new technology Changes in the design industry and the latest change due to AI How to handle set-backs and design failures

Design royalty Paula Scher, Emily Oberman and Michael Bierut join this special live episode to celebrate and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the legendary, multi-disciplinary, independently owned design studio, Pentagram with a new, two-volume book, PENTAGRAM AT 50: LIVING BY DESIGN.

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New York-based Paula Scher is one of the world's most influential graphic designers. A partner at Pentagram design studio since 1991, she began her career as an art director in the 1970s and 80s, when she earned a reputation for her eclectic approach to typography. For over four decades, she has developed the visual language of iconic brands and institutions such as Citibank, Microsoft, the Museum of Modern Art, Tiffany & Co, Public Theater, the Metropolitan Opera, and the High Line. Scher is coming to Auckland next month for the AGI Open, a two-day design festival hosted by the Alliance Graphique Internationale.

We're taking the summer off to recharge our creative batteries. Please enjoy revisiting this episode from our archives! Graphic designer Paula Scher grew up drawing pictures to escape a turbulent home life. Later, rebelling against suburban existence, she ventured to art school and became a hippie, and then art directed album covers in NYC. She's been a partner at Pentagram since ‘91. In her ~50 years in the business she has blazed trails, upended boys' clubs, committed “typographical blasphemy,” given form to the zeitgeist, and earned herself a reputation as one of the world's most influential graphic designers. Images and more from our guest!Thanks to Adobe MAX for hosting us in the Airstream podcast lounge. We would LOVE for you to fill out our listener survey. Thank you for your input!Please say Hi on social! Twitter, Instagram and Facebook - @CleverPodcast, @amydeversIf you enjoy Clever we could use your support! Please consider leaving a review, making a donation, becoming a sponsor, or introducing us to your friends! We love and appreciate you!Clever is hosted and produced by Amy Devers, with music from El Ten Eleven and editing by Rich Stroffolino. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paula Scher is one of the most influential designers of all time. A partner at Pentagram since 1991, she began her career in 1972 at CBS Records, where she eventually became the art director for the cover department, designing more than 150 album covers a year. Additionally, she has worked with a host of clients – Bloomberg, Coca-Cola, and the High Line – crafting identity and branding systems, promotional materials, environmental graphics, packaging and publication designs. Her designs are in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum, the Library of Congress, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and other institutions. ------- Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes  https://drinklmnt.com/tetra Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order. ------- House of Macadamias https://www.houseofmacadamias.com/tetra Get a free box of Dry Roasted Namibian Sea Salt Macadamias + 20% off Your Order With Code TETRA Use code TETRA for 20% off at checkout

This week Claire meets up with the rather fantastic Paula Scher. Paula shares her design journey from discovering graphic design, her art school experience, and landing her first job. She discusses her early career as art director in the 1970s and early 80s, working for CBS records, and becoming a partner of Pentagram NYC in 1991. She discusses her thoughts on what branding is and can a graphic designer really design a brand, and the importance of young designers getting themselves noticed. Links:Red SetterPaula ScherdbaPodcast Editing by Stick and Splice

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Gail Anderson (born 1962) is an American graphic designer, writer, and educator-[1] known for her typographic skill, hand-lettering and poster design. Gail Anderson's family migrated to the Bronx, New York from Jamaica. She was the first-generation American, and first-generation college-educated in her family. She graduated from the School of Visual Arts with a BFA in 1984,[4] where she was taught by Paula Scher

Lauren Tate Baeza is the curator of African Art at the High Museum in Atlanta and recently curated an amazing exhibition featuring the work of African printmaker, Bruce Onobrakpeya. We got Lauren on the show today to talk about the exhibition (you know your boy JB loves the prints!), the approach to contemporary African art, Bruce Onobrakpeya's long storied career, judging art and all types of topics. Lauren has a brilliant thought process and is here to enlighten us all about the wonder “transitions” in the art world. Listen, subscribe, and share!Episode 172 topics include:Bruce Onobrakpeya's work and career“The Mask and the Cross” exhibition at the High MuseumCatholic church's influence on Nigerian arttelling a story with an exhibitiondesigning an exhibitionartists embracing mistakestechnical printmaking unlocking masteryexoticizing African art2022 Hudgens PrizeLauren Tate Baeza joined the High Museum of Art in November 2020 as the Fred and Rita Richman Curator of African Art. Baeza oversees the African art collection of more than one thousand objects, including extraordinary examples of masks and sculpture, exceptionally fine textiles, beadwork, metalwork, and ceramics. Prior to joining the High, Baeza served as director of exhibitions at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure there, Baeza maintained the Center's two ongoing installations in its American Civil Rights Movement and Global Human Rights Movement galleries and organized sixteen temporary exhibitions and installations, including Fragments, a collaboration with celebrated designer Paula Scher, featuring passages from Dr. King's handwritten speeches and letters.Concurrent with her position at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Baeza also curated the Morehouse College Martin Luther King Jr. Collection, featuring approximately ten thousand items, and managed the James Allen and John Littlefield Collection. Previously, she served as executive director of the APEX Museum in Atlanta, which interprets, presents, and celebrates Black history.Baeza holds a Master of Arts in African studies from the University of California, Los Angeles; a Bachelor of Arts in Africana studies with a cultural studies concentration from California State University, Northridge; and a certification in curatorial studies from Sotheby's Institute of Art.See more: Lauren Tate Baeza at The High Museum + Lauren Tate Beaza IG @elletatebaeza Presented by: Black Art In AmericaFollow us:StudioNoizePodcast.comIG: @studionoizepodcastJamaal Barber: @JBarberStudioSupport the podcast www.patreon.com/studionoizepodcast

Appreciating the richness of vintage typography and papers inspires both the sublime graphic design work and the whimsical collage art of Connecticut-based artist AMY GORREK. On the way to developing her own design practice, following stints with various design firms including Martha Stewart Living, Amy has perfected the art of appreciating details, instinctively finding the right balance of necessary and surprise elements. Pulling on her years of helping clients with their branding projects, Amy shares insights on how artists can find their own unique branding elements in the fabric of their artwork. Find Amy: Amy's Website: www.studioagwork.com  Amy's Instagram: @amygorrek Mentioned:Chine Collé / printmaking technique (learn)  Miami Ad School Atlanta, previously Portfolio Center (explore) Martha Stewart Living (explore) John & Kira's Chocolates (learn) (shop) Februllage / annual collage challenge / (learn) Pinkalicious, Elizabeth Kann, author and illustrator (learn) Paula Scher, designer and visual artist (explore) Stefan Sagmeister, designer and visual artist (explore) Matt DeFrain, designer and visual artist (explore)  Find Me, Kristy Darnell Battani: Kristy's Website:   https://www.kristybattani.com Kristy's Instagram:  kristybattaniart Kristy's Facebook:  kristybattaniart  Music:"Surf Guitar Madness," Alexis Messier, Licensed by PremiumBeat.comSupport the show

As a trailblazer in art direction and graphic design for decades, Paula Scher is one of the most respected names in her field. Recently celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pentagram, the international design firm she joined as a partner in the 1990s, Dan and Paula explore the ins and outs of her incredibly impactful and creative career, her early days as an album cover designer, and just what good graphic design even is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An often undervalued aspect of the startup world is the importance of building a brand. How you represent your company and its values visually can really add value to your company. Our guest today is Sarah Dobson, founder of Design of Brand (affectionately known as D.O.B.), a specialized brand consultancy for Entrepreneurs. She is both a strategist and designer that uses research and creativity to make companies stand out in a cluttered marketplace.About Sarah Dobson:Sarah Dobson is the founding partner of Design of Brand. She started her career working closely under the legendary Paula Scher at Pentagram in NYC. There she developed her sharp, research-focused approach to brand development. Her magnetic creative solutions blend clear concepts and emotional designs to align young brands with their business objectives.Sarah, together with her partner Dani Hall and their nimble team at D.O.B. have created over 60 brands, including Greenhouse Juice, Ace Valley, Rainbo Mushrooms, Mylko, Superette, Sunscoop, Regimen Skincare, Scruncheroo, Thesus Outdoors, Othership, Barbet, nutbar, Fairgrounds, and Outro Health.She studied at Western University and Parsons.In this episode we discuss:(01:33) Sarah's journey to become a brand designer(03:57) Working at Bumble & Bumble and Pentagram(07:55) Creating the identity for Greenhouse Juice(10:19) How Sarah begins the design process with new clients(11:43) The importance of honesty in the branding process(14:50) Advice to early founders around branding(17:28) Protecting your intellectual property(21:14) Forming partnerships with startups(25:39) The feeling of designing the perfect logo(26:35) Strategy behind DOB(27:31) How DOB chooses clients to work with(30:38) Goals for DOB(32:56) Brands she wishes she could overhaul(34:06) Becoming friends with clientsFast Favorites:*

Paula Scher is one of the most acclaimed graphic designers in the world. She has been a principal in the New York office of the  international design consultancy Pentagram since 1991, where she has designed identity systems, environmental graphics, packaging and publications for a wide range of clients that includes and is not limited to, the Public Theater, the Museum of Modern Art, the High Line, the Metropolitan Opera, the United States Holocaust Museum, Tiffany & Co., Citibank and Microsoft. Scher has been the recipient of hundreds of industry honors including the National Design Award and the American Institute of Graphic Arts medal. She is an established artist exhibiting worldwide, and her designs are in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum, the Library of Congress, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and other institutions. Scher is the author of many books including and not limited to Paula Scher: Twenty-Five Years at the Public: A Love Story (2020),  Paula Scher: MAPS (2011), and Make It Bigger: (illustrated monograph on the design process and work of Paula Scher) (2005). Her #HealthDesign projects have included Period Equity,  Planned Parenthood, and Square Peg Round Hole. A must watch documentary on Scher and her work can be seen in the Netflix series “Abstract: The Art of Design.”

In this 100th episode clip show of Hospitality Design's What I've Learned podcast, editor in chief Stacy Shoemaker Rauen reflects on 100 fascinating guests, incredible stories, and thought-provoking lessons learned with past guests including Raul Leal, SH Hotels & Resorts; Brad Wilson, Ace Hotel Group; Venus Williams, V Starr; Ian Schrager, ISC; chef Daniel Boulud, Kia Weatherspoon, Determined by Design, Paula Scher, Pentagram, and more.

Paula's book Make It Bigger was actually the very first design book I ever bought. She has designed hundreds of record covers, has become one of the biggest names in identity design, and has found a new challenge in designing signage for some very iconic buildings. Since the 90s she is partner at Pentagram, the world's largest independent design consultancy and she has also made quite a splash as an artist with her very elaborate, large-scale, hand drawn maps.

Conversamos com Juliana Bueno, professora do Departamento de Design da UFPR. Ela é Doutora e Mestre (2009) em Informática pela Universidade Federal do Paraná - UFPR na área de IHC (Interação Humano-Computador), Graduada em Design Gráfico (2006) pela UFPR e concluiu o 2º Grau Técnico em Desenho Industrial pelo CEFET - PR (1999). Atua como orientadora do mestrado e doutorado em Design da UFPR http://www.prppg.ufpr.br/site/ppgdesign/pb/. O vídeo desta entrevista está em https://youtu.be/OPq4S-ymShk. Links: Página: http://labdsi.ufpr.br/portal/prof-dra-juliana-bueno/ Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliana-bueno-b250a667 ResearchGate https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Juliana-Bueno-6 Google Scholar https://scholar.google.com.br/citations?user=B6wfNs4AAAAJ&hl=pt-BR UFPR https://www.prppg.ufpr.br/siga/visitante/ConsultarPessoa?idAutor=13617&operacao=atualizacaoCurriculos Laboratório de Design de Sistemas de Informação http://labdsi.ufpr.br/portal/ Instagram do LabDSI https://www.instagram.com/labdsi.ppgdesign.ufpr/ Links mencionados: 20 anos de C3SL https://youtu.be/RjYMz-KT9Q8 Sociedade Brasileira de Design da Informação https://sbdi.org.br/ CIDI 2021 https://cidi2021.sbdi.org.br/ Indicações Adolfo: CODA - No Ritmo do Coração https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10366460/ AntiCast http://anticast.com.br/ http://anticast.com.br/podcast/anticast/ , criado por Ivan Mizanzuk, Rafael Ancara e Marcos Beccari. Novos episódios do AntiCast https://open.spotify.com/show/40IuG6Qs0lwYntanTQbpDJ Instagram Marcos Beccari https://www.instagram.com/marcosbeccari/ Indicações Juliana: Podcast Visual+Mente https://open.spotify.com/show/7sAjxzOzSKVOpd2ONz84EQ Instagram do Visual+Mente https://www.instagram.com/vismaismente/ Abstract (Netflix) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6333098/ Abstract: The Art of Design | Paula Scher: Graphic Design | FULL EPISODE | Netflix https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCfBYE97rFk Tweet mencionando Paula Scher https://twitter.com/giliardgodoi/status/1542103955228004354?s=20&t=PVPHzx164Gr1LXZoc6Jmmg Pentagram https://www.pentagram.com/about/paula-scher Guias mencionados no fim do episódio: Guia de recomendações para o desenvolvimento de materiais didáticos impressos para o público de baixa visão e o Guia de recomendações para o desenvolvimento de materiais didáticos digitais para o público de baixa visão https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GKbtHamz5Sd8OGf1jabAIayFOHVTzxJP Os entrevistadores deste episódio foram Adolfo Neto e Maria Claudia Emer. A abertura e o final do episódio foram feitos por Kathleen Danielly Souza Lins. O Emílias Podcast é um projeto de extensão da UTFPR Curitiba. Descubra tudo sobre o programa Emílias - Armação em Bits em https://linktr.ee/Emilias . #PODCAST #EMILIAS

A powerful tool of protest, identity and expression, visual language is the pinnacle of design possibilities. In this episode of the Mic, guests Paula Scher, New York partner at Pentagram and world-renowned visual designer, and Julian Alexander, Grammy Award-winning art director and founder of Slang Inc., explore how visual design shapes the world around us with our host, Debbie Millman. Drawing on their breadth of design expertise and experiences, Scher and Alexander discuss the timelessness and timeliness of visual language, as well as how graphic design responds to current events. Reflected in their bold designs for NYCxDESIGN's An Ode to NYC poster collection, Scher and Alexander also consider how visual art connects us to New York, and how we can use visual design to envision our future city.

Paula Scher is one of the most acclaimed graphic designers in the world. She has been a principal in the New York office of the  international design consultancy Pentagram since 1991, where she has designed identity systems, environmental graphics, packaging and publications for a wide range of clients that includes and is not limited to, the Public Theater, the Museum of Modern Art, the High Line, the Metropolitan Opera, the United States Holocaust Museum, Tiffany & Co., Citibank and Microsoft. Scher has been the recipient of hundreds of industry honors including the National Design Award and the American Institute of Graphic Arts medal. She is an established artist exhibiting worldwide, and her designs are in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum, the Library of Congress, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and other institutions. Scher is the author of many books including and not limited to Paula Scher: Twenty-Five Years at the Public: A Love Story (2020),  Paula Scher: MAPS (2011), and Make It Bigger: (illustrated monograph on the design process and work of Paula Scher) (2005). Her #HealthDesign projects have included Period Equity,  Planned Parenthood, and Square Peg Round Hole. A must watch documentary on Scher and her work can be seen in the Netflix series “Abstract: The Art of Design.”

Today's guest is Paula Scher. She is a Designer, Painter, and a Partner at Pentagram in the New York office. She is also....PAULA SCHER! The little ol' Quickie Podcast is just cruising. What a great time. During part two of this interview we talk about:-the Swatch Watch project she was a part that went great, until three years later when it didn't. It is also the project that made a bit of a stir back then. -joining Pentagram as the first woman partner. -some recent projects she was a part of that got cancelled or pulled for reasons out of her control and how that makes her feel. -the design project that makes her heart sing, and why Swiss Helvetica was the only font choice for it. -the one project that she created that is out in the world that she hates, overtly hates. -the importance of having print design skills, especially at Pentagram. -how she deals with online criticism. This episode is just jam packed with great advice and stories that relate to designers at any stage in their career. You can tell Paula loves design and wants to help others as much as possible. @pentagramdesign

Today's guest is Paula Scher. She is a Designer, Painter, and a Partner at Pentagram in the New York office. She is also....PAULA SCHER! The little ol' Quickie Podcast is just cruising. What a great time. During part one of this interview we talk about:-how she did not come from a creative family. -how she did not know what graphic design was until college. -the teacher who wasn't very nice to her when in college but later in her career asked her to come in and speak to his class of creatives. -the other teacher that changed her life, and how. -the designs she has seen out in the world that were influential to her. -the book she recently discovered and had yo buy immediately. -the designers and creatives that she looks up to now and why. -the packaging project she was a part of and why she is so proud of it...and it only uses Swiss Helvetica. I don't usually get nervous before interviews, but I was for this one. Paula has so many great stories to share and she doesn't hold back. Also, she is probably one of the most interviewed designers out there, and to have her say "thats a great question" to me? Love it. @pentagramdesign

Earlier this week, Adrianne and I watched the first episode of the new season of Abstract on the Netflix . For those of you who haven't seen it, Abstract is a fantastic show about art and design. It follows roughly the same format as something like Chef's Table — which is also an excellent show — where each episode profiles a specific artist or designer. Last season included Tinker Hatfield, Paula Scher, and Platon among others and this season starts out with someone who I've never heard of by name though I have seen his work. Olafur Eliasson is an artist and architect whose large scale works are focused and really dependent on the user or viewer's experience of them. Many of his works center around light — specifically, the effects and manipulation of light. For example, one of his earlier pieces is called “Beauty” and it was his attempt to create a rainbow by lighting a gentle waterfall of very fine mist. The effect was such that no two people experience exactly the same rainbow, since the color and intensity are based entirely on your viewing angle relative to the mist. “This is a space totally dependent on you being there,” Olafur says. “When you leave the exhibition, and there's no-one in the room, there's also no art.” This idea is really core to Olafur's art — the Why of his art, if you will. Each piece he makes is a sort of challenge. As he puts it, “do I trust my own eyes and my own capacity to engage in the world?” His work is completely dependent on the spectator. It's a collaboration –maybe even a conversation – between him as the artist and us as the viewer. Even his episode of Abstract is a collaboration, beginning with Olafur breaking the fourth wall and speaking directly to the camera — to us — as he presents the conditions of our collaboration. Subscribe: iTunes | Pocket Casts | Overcast | RSS If you enjoy listening to Iterations, please consider leaving a review or a rating on iTunes to help others discover the show. LINKS Abstract: The Art of Design https://olafureliasson.net Music in this episode: The Wrong Way (Jahzzar) / CC BY-SA 4.0

[0:00 – 1:30] Intro [1:31 – 2:31] How drawing became a respite from family disputes [2:32 – 3:59] Getting inspiration from beatnik counter-culture at the Corcoran School of Art in D.C. and using artistic inclination to make social connections in teen suburbia [3:59 – 5:33] Linking her talent to the field of graphic design [5: 34– 6:56] Embracing time and failure as the greatest teachers, “For me, finding what I'm good at is an ever-evolving playing field.” [6:57 – 8:13] The importance of pissing off the older generations. “To discover something you have to make errors. Discoveries look weird when they're new. Then someone comes along and does it better. Discoveries may not be recognized, but they're necessary.” [8:14 – 19:42] The no-formula formula for rule breaking. “Be a brat, break the norm,” and how Helvetica became a symbol of corporate culture and the Vietnam War. [8:14 – 23: 20] The benefits of smoking cigarettes in a cubicle with your boss [23: 20 – 27:01] Becoming an Art Director at Atlantic Records and designing iconic album covers [27:01 – 29: 02] Being “dead serious” about designing album covers, moving into freelance work, magazines, running a design firm, then finally joining Pentagram [29: 02 – 32:34]  The benefits of learning through failure, what she's most proud of, being unable to pick favorites, and always moving on to the next piece [32:35 – 35: 04]  Teaching clients “how to see” and the benefit of taking the time to explain ideas [35: 05 -- 36: 49] Working at Pentagram for 28 years and their unique shared work structure [36: 50 – 44:40] Advice for young designers, how time constraints have changed the industry's portfolio review system, and the consequences of large tech companies on creativity “The A-List” is a podcast produced by DiMassimo Goldstein, an inspiring action agency, recorded at the Gramercy Post, and sponsored by the Adhouse Advertising School, New York's newest, smallest, and hippest ad school. You can subscribe and rate the show on iTunes or listen along on SoundCloud. For updates on upcoming episodes and guests, be sure to like the A-List Podcast on Facebook and follow host Tom Christmann on Twitter.

On this week's episode of The A-List Podcast, host and DiMassimo Goldstein CCO Tom Christmann is joined by Bobby C. Martin Jr., founding partner of Original Champions of Design, a design and branding agency that builds better brands through informed and strategic identity system design. In 2017, FastCompany named Martin Jr. one of the Most Creative People in Business. At OCD, Martin Jr. has led design projects for a wide range of clients such as the Girl Scouts of the USA, MTV, The New York Times, the National Basketball Association and the Studio Museum in Harlem to ensure their growth and creative goals. Martin Jr. is one of the first pure designers to join The A-List Podcast, and offers a unique perspective having worked both in-house at brands and for external agencies. Tune in below! [0:00 – 0:54] Intro [0:55 – 5:53] Growing up in Virginia to parents who were both educators, and how he still applies what of much he learned in his childhood to his career today [5:54 – 9:59] Falling in love with design in High School, and learning how to express himself visually [10:00 – 11:10] What he learned from design legend Paula Scher and “painting with type” [11:11 – 18:30] Martin Jr. talks about his early career and the job that introduced him to graphic design [18:31 – 20:40] How to manage young talent, the importance of being patient, and giving people the freedom to make mistakes [20:41 – 24:16] How to push clients to be bold while still being respectful [24:17 – 27:45] Why agencies and design firms need to be more integrated, and how the best campaigns have a seamlessness between advertising and design [27:46 – 33:34] Moving to New York City to work for Gear Magazine,  and how that experience taught him relentless work ethic [33:35 – 38:35] Going back to graduate school, why he chose The School of Visual Arts, and the importance of osmosis learning [38:36 – 40:40] Martin Jr. dives into the research tactics that inform design [40:41 – 47:03] His experience as design director of the Jazz at Lincoln Center, and how he sold his ideas to Artistic Director Wynton Marsalis [47:04 – 50:10] Launching Original Champions of Design, and the philosophy of the agency [50:11 – 53:26] The pros and cons of both external and in-house agencies [53:27 – 56:31] How to help people understand design work, and why the designer needs to be involved at every step of the process [56:32 – 1:05:16] Rebranding the NBA logo for the first time in 48 years [1:05:17 – 1:06:12] Outro “The A-List” is a podcast produced by DiMassimo Goldstein, an inspiring action agency, recorded at the Gramercy Post, and sponsored by the Adhouse Advertising School, New York's newest, smallest, and hippest ad school. You can subscribe and rate the show on iTunes or listen along on SoundCloud. For updates on upcoming episodes and guests, be sure to like the A-List Podcast on Facebook and follow host Tom Christmann on Twitter.

Mark Hirons is a graphic designer and prolific podcaster, with his show Creative Waffle racking up over 100 episodes with the guests such as, Aaron Draplin and Paula Scher. On today's show we discuss how podcasting has changed him as a person and some of the strangest stories he's heard from the most unassuming guests. A wild ride to say the least! You can find Mark and his projects here: Creative Waffle LIVE in London! Creative Waffle Podcast Blue Deer Design Studio @bluedeerdesign Thank you for listening to this episode of The Fowler Hour! Don't forget to subscribe to the show and share it with a friend if you enjoyed! Your support, tweets and mentions help us reach new listeners just like you! Tweet about the show by using #fowlerhour And follow me on all platforms @cfowlerdesign for more creative content! ~~~ This show is supported in part by our awesome sponsors! Never stop learning! Get 2 FREE months of Skillshare and take your design skills to the next level! https://skl.sh/cfowlerdesign All of these links are affiliate based, so by checking out our sponsors you help to support this show and keep it going! Thank you!

Long-time (since 1994) web design practitioner Jason Pamental, author of Responsive Typography from O'Reilly, is Jeffrey Zeldman's guest. For more than an hour, the two designers geek out over responsive typography, the history of type on the web, and the explosive creative potential of the new variable fonts. Multiple Masters. FF Meta. Storing the offsets of the curve points. The three second timeout. Why FOUT is a feature, not a bug. Compensating for the differences between the web font and the backup font. The tragedy of Typecast, the new hope of Figma. Adidas. Nick Sherman. Paula Scher. Mandy Michael. And more. Links for this episode:Hi, I'm Jason | Responsive Web TypographyResponsive Typography: Using Type Well on the Web: Jason Pamental: 9781491907092: Amazon.com: BooksVariable Fonts | Responsive Web TypographyThe evolution of typography with variable fonts: an introduction | Responsive Web TypographyAbout Jason | Responsive Web TypographyJason Pamental (@jpamental) | TwitterVariable Fonts Experiments - a Collection by Mandy Michael on CodePenThe New School: Year One — PentagramDavid Jonathan Ross (@djrrb) | TwitterBello | TypekitAn Event Apart: Orlando 2018 Special Edition Web Design & UX ConferenceFigma: the collaborative interface design tool.Design with web fonts in the browser - TypecastAmbientLightSensor - Web APIs | MDNJason Pamental – MediumJason Pamental on CodePenjpamental (Jason Pamental) · GitHubJason Pamental (@jpamental) • Instagram photos and videosvery able fontsBrought to you by: .TECH Domains (Visit the link and use the code TBWS to get 90% off on 1 & 5 year registrations).