Commentary — May 25, 2022 The celebrated designer and co-founder of Pentagram has passed away at age 94. Enlarge Colin Forbes in 1983. It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Colin Forbes, the celebrated designer and co-founder of Pentagram. Colin formed...
At a time when design trends and tastes seem to fluctuate with increasing speed, one image has remained remarkably persistent: the Apple logo. Often remixed but never replaced, the symbol has been continuously in use in one form or another since graphic designer Rob...
This is an excellent article about what it means to be a designer, Anne Quito has nailed the fact that art and design are two totally different fields. People often assume that I can draw very well because I have an art degree and I am forced to explain that I do not...
Dr. Pepper (my personal favorite!) is launching a new campaign that will allow consumers to pick their own bottle labels. They are describing the marketing campaign as “an experience of self-expression involving the nationwide distribution of hundreds of new, limited...
All of the Graphic Designers on this list have made significant contributions to the industry over the course of their careers. This is a well thought out list that gives a brief synapses of the designers contribution to graphic design. I’m including it in my...
Welcome to the JDGD blog, where we share news, resources, and ideas on design!