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Lotta Nieminen

Posted on April 26, 2011 by reb22

Lotta Nieminen moved from the largest city in Finland to the largest city in the U.S, and is already making an extremely large impact of her own. This Helsinki-born artist draws from her Scandinavian background and her cosmopolitan lifestyle to … Continue reading →

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Mato Atom

Posted on April 7, 2011 by reb22

Mato Atom says his most inspirational place is the brain, which makes sense given how cerebral his art is. He explains, “Ideas happen in there no matter the physical location.” This talented and thought-provoking director and self-described “hobby astronomer without … Continue reading →

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Jessica Walsh

Posted on March 31, 2011 by reb22

It’s difficult to summarize Jessica Walsh’s talents. The multi-talented, multi-disciplinary designer has accomplished so much for being so young. Since graduating from RISD, Jessica has worked at NYC super-studios like Sagmeister Inc, Pentagram Design, and Print Magazine. And she has … Continue reading →

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Josh Cochran

Posted on March 28, 2011 by reb22

“Citizen of the world” is illustrator Josh Cochran’s self-proclaimed nationality. But maybe he should change that to “citizen of real and fantasy worlds” based on his recent Zombies Vs. Unicorn book cover, which won a Society of Illustrators award. This … Continue reading →

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Rafael Esquer

Posted on March 10, 2011 by reb22

As the founder of Alfalfa Studio’s, Rafael Esquer promotes diversity. He encourages diversity in their design capabilities; virtually every graphic medium is represented in their project portfolio, from print and web to motion graphics and environmental design. He seeks diversity in … Continue reading →

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Jonathan Adler

Posted on March 8, 2011 by reb22

“You have no talent. Go be a lawyer.” It’s hard to imagine anyone saying that to superstar designer Jonathan Adler, but that’s exactly what his pottery professor told him many years ago. That statement was all the motivation Jonathan needed to … Continue reading →

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Dan Funderburgh

Posted on March 4, 2011 by reb22

Designer Dan Funderburgh’s work is off the wall, even though it mostly exists on the wall. That’s because Dan creates awe inspiring wallpaper designs through his partnership with the Flavorpaper studio, where his designs are hand screen printed to turn … Continue reading →

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Debbie Millman

Posted on February 24, 2011 by reb22

Debbie Millman must have more than 24 hours in her days. When you realize her myriad accomplishments as a designer and writer, that seems like the only plausible explanation. She’s a partner and serves as president of the design division … Continue reading →

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Eric Schlakman

Posted on February 23, 2011 by reb22

If only Eric Schlakman could have written this post. If he’d written it, it’d undoubtedly be funny, smart and insightful — like all of his work. Whether Eric is writing irreverent online greeting cards for someecards.com or creating campaigns for global brands like Reebok, NFL … Continue reading →

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Dana Tanamachi

Posted on February 22, 2011 by reb22

What makes Dana Tanamachi’s designs stand out? Chalk it up to chalk. This graphic designer and custom letterer transforms menus, event signage, and monograms into hand drawn limestone masterpieces. When Dana isn’t drawing on walls across New York City, she’s … Continue reading →

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Brian Collins

Posted on February 17, 2011 by reb22

Trying to synthesize the accomplishments of Brian Collins is no easy task – though he would probably do it with ease. That’s because Brian has made a successful career out of boiling brands down to their essences. In 2005, Fast … Continue reading →

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Steven Heller

Posted on February 10, 2011 by reb22

I Heart Design. What better way to explain famed art director, journalist, critic and author, Steven Heller’s attitude toward design than by the title of his latest book? Steven’s infinite love for design is evident in whatever creative hat he … Continue reading →

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August Heffner

Posted on February 7, 2011 by reb22

Can a MoMA advertisement or gallery design ever be as beautiful as the masterful work it promotes? Yes, if August Heffner is involved. This MoMA art director has created stunning exhibition identities for shows like “Abstract Expressionist New York” and … Continue reading →

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Michael Freimuth

Posted on February 3, 2011 by reb22

Michael Freimuth is a tireless art director, designer, and illustrator appropriately living in The City That Never Sleeps. Before migrating East full-time, he spent several years in his native Windy City after graduating from Rhode Island School of Design, working … Continue reading →

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George Lois

Posted on February 1, 2011 by reb22

If there were ever a father of Art Direction, it would be George Lois. In his legendary career, George has left an indelible mark on the world of advertising and pop culture with his work, like the “I want my … Continue reading →

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