Graphic Design

Rick Poynor|Essays

From the Archive: Raging Bull

A response to Michael Bierut’s essay about the relationship between bullshit and design, and the discussion that ensued.

Rick Poynor|Essays

Andrzej Klimowski: Transmitting the Image

Andrzej Klimowski, author of a new book, On Illustration, has used the medium to create a compelling alternative reality.

Jac sm Kee|Essays

The Color Yellow

Malaysians supporting election reform attach new meaning to a national color, yellow.

Debbie Millman|Audio

Angus Hyland

In this podcast interview with Debbie Millman, Angus Hyland discusses the peace sign, Deutsche Bank, and the play button.

Alexandra Lange|Essays

Welcome to the Hall of Femmes

How should we celebrate women in design, past, present, future?

The Editors|Miscellaneous

Sappi Ideas That Matter

Trio of 2010 Sappi Ideas That Matter grant recipients

Jessica Helfand|Essays

Meet Our Intern: Paul Rand!

Our surprise upon receiving the Facebook mailer shown here, addressed to Paul Rand.

Rick Poynor|Essays

Books Every Graphic Designer Should Read

The Designers & Books website has published my list of 20 indispensable books about graphic design.

Steven Heller|Slideshows

Paul Rand, Painter

Paul Rand had more in common with Paul Klee than a four letter first and last name. He too, painted.

Hugh Dubberly|Video

892 Unique Ways to Partition A 3x4 Grid

A 100-second Animation Inspired by Patent No. 7124360.

Hugh Dubberly|Video

892 Unique Ways to Partition A 3x4 Grid

A 100-second Animation Inspired by Patent No. 7124360.

Debbie Millman|Audio

Steve Frykholm

After a 40-year career with Herman Miller, Steve Frykholm discusses life inside this iconic, National Design Award-winning furniture company.