Graphis Journal Magazine 380
In this issue of Graphis Journal, we spotlight the luminaries and trailblazers whose visionary work defines their fields' future and inspires a global audience. From groundbreaking design to transformative photography and beyond, each story focuses on the boundless possibilities of creativity.
Graphis Journal 380, looks into the work of the following talents who define Design, Advertising, Photography, Art, Education, Product Design, and Architecture today.
Design introduces David Schuemann of CF Napa Brand Design, who is transforming the world of alcoholic beverage branding. Equally inspiring is South Korean talent Kiyoung An (KR/JP), who blends teaching with creative design.
Advertising features Dean Stockton, Dean Stockton Creative, known for his elegant designs with major global brands.
Photography presents Per Breiehagen's breathtaking landscapes and Rafael Vasquez's impactful portraits.
Art/Illustration celebrates Brad Holland, a trailblazer in contemporary illustration.
Education focuses on Claudia Strong's unique approach to integrating writing and design at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School.
Product Design highlights sustainable innovations like the Bubble & Smartbubble Hydrofoils and luxury in motion with the Koru Yacht, alongside the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale and T-Rex RR in automotive design, and the innovative G1 Virtuoso Pool Table.
Architecture showcases the Kujdane Cabin's unique design and the Açucena House's seamless environmental integration.
Under his leadership, Graphis organizes highly reputable international juried award competitions spanning the areas of Design, Advertising, Photography, Illustration, and New Talent. These competitions serve to discover, acknowledge and promote exceptional talent globally. Moreover, Mr. Pedersen is renowned for producing some of the highest-quality books in the design industry.
His contributions to the field have been recognized extensively with high-profile honors and awards. Among these are numerous commendations from the AIGA, Art Directors Club, and Type Directors Club. He has been conferred the inaugural Herb Lubalin Award for Excellence in Editorial Design by the Society of Publication Designers, the National Magazine Award for the Best Designed Magazine of the Year by Columbia University, and the AIGA Gold Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Design.
Furthermore, Mr. Pedersen has had the distinction of being inducted into the Art Directors Club Hall of Fame. He also holds the status of a member in the prestigious Alliance Graphique International (AGI). B. Martin Pedersen's portfolio and work represent a remarkable testament to his profound impact on the design industry.