TY - BOOK TI - Communication arts SN - 0010-3519 AV - NC997.A1 C2 U1 - 741.6/05 19 PY - 2023///- CY - Belmont, CA PB - Coyne & Blanchard KW - Commercial art KW - Periodicals KW - fast KW - Yearbooks KW - sears KW - Printing KW - periodicals N1 - January/February 2023: Typography annual 13 -- Features -- 16 Lena Vargas by Michael Coyne This Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic-based illustrator draws upon her subconscious as a powerful creative tool. -- 24 Chad Michael Studio by Maya P. Lim Helmed by Chad Michael, this award-winning Dallas-based design firm has perfected the art of branding and packaging specialty goods. -- 42 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad. -- COLUMNS -- 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck encourages ad creatives not to quiet quit but to demand better from their agencies. -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Universal Thirst type designer Namrata Goyal talks about her process behind creating multiscript font families. -- FRESH -- 32 Camelia Pham This Hanoi-based illustrator fills her work with symbols that intertwine to tell the story of her subjects. -- 34 Julien Posture This Montreal-based illustrator pulls from his anthropological background to convey deep metaphorical images. -- 36 Loonatiks The results of this Athens-based firm's research on word etymologies yield wildly distinctive design solutions. -- 38 Serafim Mendes This Porto-based designer combines traditional graphic design with avant-garde technology. -- 40 Victoria Barmak A passion for cleanliness, natural light and new perspectives informs this Mexico City-based photographer's vision. -- TYPOGRAPHY ANNUAL -- 50 Best-in-Show -- 60 Posters -- 72 Brochures/Advertising -- 76 Packaging -- 83 Ephemera -- 87 Books -- 95 Periodicals -- 102 Digital Media -- 105 Identity -- 115 Environmental -- 117 Typeface Design -- 137 Calligraphy/Hand Lettering -- 140 Motion -- 144 Unpublished -- 155 Student Work --; March/April 2023: Interactive Annual 29-- FEATURES: 16 Hugo & Marie by Michael Coyne A dual creative studio and artist representation agency finds limitless imagination through collaboration. -- 24 Five Arabic Typographers by Dr. Nadine Chahine Examining the approaches of Arabic type designers creating Naskh-stvle typefaces reveals a wealth of history and technique -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- 47 Student Showcase Our editor's ninth annual selection of portfolios by fifteen promising students of visual communication -- FRESH: 32 HouseMM Building upon their strong foundation in Dutch design, these three designers create tactile work for the cultural sector -- 34 Laura Hilbert This Frankfurt am Main, Germany-based designer experiments to discover new angles by which she approaches media -- 36 Raymond Alva A Southern California-based photographer delves into every facet of his medium in documentary and studio work alike -- 38 Susie Ang Combining concept with intuition, this Singaporean illustrator explores the intersection of solid compositions and emotional palettes -- INTERACTIVE ANNUAL: 64 Best-in-Show -- 72 Websites/Microsites -- 98 Mobile -- 104 Social -- 108 Environmental -- 118 Other Interactive Media -- 120 Student Work -- COLUMNS: 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck asks his fellow ad creatives whether listening to music helps or harms their ideation process -- 14 Insights In a Q&A, Rajshree Saraf, interdisciplinary designer and creative technologist, demonstrates the potential of emerging media --; May/June 2023: Illustration Annual 64 -- FEATURES: 16 Tim Tadder by Claire Sykes A San Diego photographer fearlessly traverses the new frontiers that technology has opened for his medium. -- 24 Fieldwork Facility by Michael Coyne Exploring the relationship between design and place, this London-based design studio seeks to bring about a brighter future. -- 42 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad. -- COVER: Seek, a self-promotional illustration by Qinyi Yang, p. 142 -- FRESH: 32 Bex Glendining The illustrations of this Ramsgate, United Kingdom-based artist ground "viewers in tranquil, cinematic worlds. -- 34 Meghan Marin A Brooklyn-based photographer cultivates familiarity by focusing on the strangeness in everyday occurrences. -- 36 Monga Going against the status quo, this Florianopolis, Brazil-based design firm shows creatives how to achieve their dreams. -- 38 Kris Andrew Small Through bright colors and positive messaging, a Sydney-based artist and designer marries activism and accessibility. -- 40 Tatjana Junker Inspired by the boldness of fashion sketches, this Berlin-based illustrator reintroduces the human touch to her digital work. -- ILLUSTRATION ANNUAL: 50 Best-in-Show -- 6o Advertising -- 68 Books -- 91 Editorial -- 106 For Sale -- 116 Institutional -- 130 Animation -- 138 Self-Promotion -- 151 Unpublished -- 157 Student Work -- COLUMNS: 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck demonstrates that the most insignificant projects can some-times hold the most profound impact. -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Lindsay Stripling, painter, muralist and teacher at the California College of the Arts, discusses how she developed her magical-realist illustration style. --; July/August 2023: Photography Annual 64 -- FEATURES: 16 AREA 17 by Yolanda Zappaterra The work of this storied Paris- and New York-based digital design firm has shaped the potential of web design. -- 24 Francesco Bongiorni by Garrick Webster This Madrid-based illustrator weaves research, storytelling and diverse influences into his images. -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad. COVER: Smithsonian magazine photograph by Angel Fitor, p. 107. -- FRESH: 32 Tobias Bolliger A Bern, Switzerland-based designer explores how design can open different artistic disciplines to new possibilities. -- 34 Jiatong Liu Dreamy atmospheres and vibrant colors permeate the work of this London-based illustrator. -- 36 Jermaine Jackson This Oakland, California-based photog-rapher trains his lens on the naturalistic moments that emerge on set. -- 38 Ben Konkol The transcendental work of this Boise, Idaho-based illustrator and animator engages viewers with its incredible detail. -- PHOTOGRAPHY ANNUAL: 48 Best-in-Show -- 59 Advertising -- 87 Books -- 92 Editorial -- 108 For Sale -- 112 Institutional -- 123 Multimedia -- 128 Self-Promotion -- 151 Unpublished -- 168 Student Work -- COLUMNS: 10 Advertising Examining Jordan Peele's film Nope, Ernie Schenck encourages creatives to ask questions with unknown answers. -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Whitney Johnson Latorre, director of visuals and immersive experiences at National Geographic, foretells the next generation of photographic media. --; SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2023 VOLUME 65, NUMBER 4 Design Annual 64 -- FEATURES: 16 Polyester Studio by Chris Daniels This Toronto-based animation studio believes in the power of creating memorable characters to connect with audiences. -- 24 Leo Burnett Tailor Made by Thais Gouveia In Sao Paulo, an ad agency has perfected how the medium informs the message while exploring new technology. -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad. -- COLUMNS 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck argues that creatives must put their politics and biases aside to tap into their full potential. -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Sarah Berkheimer, design director at ad agency Cactus, explains how digital media transforms identity design from static to mutable. -- Fresh: 32 1/4 Studio This Porto, Portugal-based design firm's protean output embodies the philosophical design approach of its cofounders. -- 34 Eager Zhang A Kansas City, Missouri-based designer creates their work through meta-cognitive, speculative methods. -- 36 Xinmei Liu A New York City-based illustrator seeks out contradictions within her subjects to develop visual metaphors infused with satire. -- 38 Lanna Apisukh This New York-based photographer accentuates her subjects through color, composition and lighting. -- DESIGN ANUAL 48 Best-in-Show -- 58 Packaging -- 69 Annual Reports -- 73 Posters -- 84 Brochures -- 87 Catalogs -- 90 Trademarks/Identity Programs -- 94 Integrated Branding Programs -- 115 Editorial -- 119 Books -- 129 Environmental Graphics -- 134 Motion Graphics -- 144 Public Service -- 147 Self-Promotion -- 154 Miscellaneous -- 158 Student Work -- ; July/August 2024 Volume 66, Number 3 Photography Annual 65 -- Features: 16 Moment Factory by Chris Daniels Headquartered in Montréal, this globally based multimedia studio creates magic with interactive experiences -- 24 Lisk Feng by Gray Chapman This New York based illustrator expertly captures the behavior and feeling of water, light and shadow in her work -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Cover: Self promotional photograph by David Allan Brandt, p. 153 -- Fresh: 32 Beatriz Lozano A New York based designer explores all kind of media and the ways that they can intersect within her practice -- 34 Typografische Led by creative director and type designer Fatih Hardal, this Istanbul based type foundry explores minimal, emotive type and graphic design -- 36 Sunnu Rebecca Choi This London based illustrator employs textures, layers and metaphors to communicate emotional subjects from a place of empathy -- 38 We Feel An Innsbruck, Austria based photography and filmmaking collective seeks to reconnect viewers of its work with the real world -- Photography Annual: 48 Best in Show -- 54 Advertising -- 84 Books -- 87 Editorial -- 124 For Sale -- 132 Institutional -- 140 Multimedia -- 147 Self Promotion -- 153 Unpublished -- 170 Student Work - Columns: 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck explains the value of eccentricity as the flint that makes the creative spark -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, photographer Melody Melamed unpacks her expertise in portraiture and her mission to tell stories that speak to the essence of humanity -- ; Sep / Oct 2024 Volume 66, number 4: Communication Arts -- Features: 16 Cream by Stephanie Hunt In Richmond, Virginia, this animation studio combines its partners’ specialties to explore the boundaries of motion graphics -- 24 Daughter by Wendy Helfenbaum this small Calgary based agency infuses its creativity with a nimble approach to develop innovative campaigns -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne the latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Columns: 10 Advertising against the fast pace of the ad industry, Ernie Schenck propounds for the value of slowing down -- 12 Insights in a Q&A , art director and multidisciplinary designer Sanchit Sawaira talks with us about his experiments in AI art and his experiences in branding -- Fresh: 32 Day Job A passion for going against industry trends fuels this Los Angeles based creative studio’s indiosyncratic, subjective approach -- 34 Katie Thomas This Penryn, UK based illustrator conveys emotions and themes through her mastery of color and isometric perspective -- 36 Rozi Zhu The work of this New York based multidisciplinary designer reflects her curiosity to explore new media and discover new experiences -- 38 Tate Drucker Combining her loves of travel and documenting, this Tofo Beach, Mozambique based photographer trains her eye on the truth -- Cover: From left to right: Andmore identity, p 101 ; Sueurs Froides book covers, p 105 ; Lost IV book covers, p 113 Vinoce Vineyards label design, p 56 -- Design Annual: 48 Best-in-show -- 55 Packaging -- 60 Annual Reports -- 63 Posters -- 74 Brochures -- 77 Catalogs -- 80 Trademarks -- 82 Identity Manuals -- 86 Integrated Branding Programs -- 102 Editorial / books -- 118 Environmental Graphics -- 122 Motion Graphics -- 126 Miscellaneous -- 130 Public Service -- 134 Self-Promotion -- 144 Student Work -- ; November / December 2024 Volume 66, number 5 : Comunnication Arts -- Features : 14 Span by Jude Stewart With a focus on both the past and future, this Chicago based design firm creates grounded, flexible work to grow with its clients -- 22 Franck Bohbot by Claire Sykes A Paris based photographer uses architectural and street scenes to convey the personality of cities and their citizens -- 38 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Columns : 5 Advertising Through the lens of TV show Alone, Ernie Schenck prepares this survival guide for creatives up against AI -- 10 Insights In a Q&A, Britt Nolan, chief creative officer at Leo Burnett, explains how irony, personality flaws and a touch of darkness help make characters memorable in ads -- Fresh : 30 Tola Olawale This Houston based photographer brings authentic representation to her images by capturing spontaneous moments of joy -- 32 Field of Practice This member owned, women led design studio in Chicago creates transformational work with the desire to better our world -- 34 Apex Type Foundry Established by Alex Chavot, this Paris based type foundry present his exploratory crossover fonts from diverses influences -- 36 Zhiyu You Whimsical and macabre, the art of this New York based illustrator portrays the experience of women in contemporary society -- ADVERTISING ANNUAL : 46 Best-in-Show -- 54 Posters -- 65 Print Advertising -- 67 Digital Advertising -- 85 Integrated Campaigns -- 99 Sales Promotion -- 100 Self-Promotion -- 105 Non Traditional Advertising -- 116 Public Service -- 128 Public Service Television -- 131 Television Commercials -- 136 Radio Commercials -- 138 Student Work -- COVER Clockwise from top left: McDonald's Canada posters, p. 61; Campbell Company of Canada posters, p. 54; Deloitte self-promotional campaign, p. 102; CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals public service campaign, p. 125 --; January / February 2025 Volume 66, number 6 : Communication Arts -- Features : 16 Content Object by Anne Telford The bicoastal design practice of Kimberly Varella elevates the medium of arts books through her transformative works in the cultural sector -- 24 Paul Blow by Garrick Webster A Bridport, United Kingdom based illustrator uncovers the deepest meanings and twists in his editorial assignments -- 42 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Columns : 10 Advertising By examining the career of Jim Carrey, Ernie Schenck charts a roadmap for dealing with creative burout -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Matthew ''RaseOne'' Napolitano recounts his journey from 1190s graffiti art to pioneering generative fonts -- Fresh : 32 Brianna Roye The intimate portraits of his Toronto based photographer highlight underrepresented populations in media -- 34 Ana Miminoshvili This Tbilisi based illustrator weaves her observations of the world around her with an uncanny aesthetic and love of texture -- 36 Time Machine + Folks Based in Edinburgh, this design firm shatters boundaries and unites people with its work for multicultural brands -- 38 Weston Wei Placing human figures in surreal compositions gives this New York based illustrator a distinctive talent for creating visual narratives -- 40 Standard Projects A Sydney based design firm seeks to elevate the status of design around the globe by creating timeless identity systems for clients -- Typography Annual : 50 Best in Show -- 57 Posters -- 67 Advertising -- 69 Brochures -- 73 Packaging -- 74 Ephemera -- 77 Books -- 81 Periodicals -- 86 Identity -- 97 Environmental -- 101 Typeface Design -- 134 Motion -- 138 Miscellaneous -- 141 Unpublished -- 145 Student Work -- ; March / April 2025 Volume 67, number 1 : Interactive Annual 31 -- FEATURES: 14 Motion Sickness by Tonya Turner An Auckland, New Zealand-based creative agency makes waves around the world with its distinctively Kiwi sense of humor -- 22 Tien-Min Liao by Angelynn Grant This New York - based typographer specializes in harmonizing her playful Latin fonts with bespoke East Asian ideographs -- 38 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- 45 Student Showcase Our editor ' s 11th annual selection of portfolios by fifteen promising students of visual communication -- FRESH: 30 David Leutert The work of this Berlin - based illustrator and hand letterer emanates the joy he feels when he creates -- 32 Myriam Wares An air of mystery that enshrouds the work of this Montréal - based illustrator draws viewers into her surreal, mythology - fueled world -- 34 Sarah Hopp Radiating with playfulness, the work of this New York-based photographer reveals her avidity for crafting every part of the image -- 36 Vlad Boyko New relationships between form and function emerge from the avant - garde work of this Brussels -based designer -- INTERACTIVE ANNUAL: 62 Best – in – Show -- 66 Websites / Microsites -- 90 Mobile -- 96 Social -- 100 Environmental -- 112 Other Interactive Media 114 Student Work -- COLUMNS: 5 Advertising Ernie Schenck looks to the work of Paul Simon and other incredible songwriters for ideas that capture audiences ' minds -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Nicolas Rajably, founder and creative director of makemepulse, discusses the growing world of branded video games -- ; May / June 2025 : Volume 67, Number 2 : Illustration Annual 66 -- Features: 16 Atelier ter Bekke & Behage by Kala Barba Court A Paris based design duo applies a keen understanding of design principlesw and branding to make timeless work -- 24 Kennedi Carter by Anne Telford Based in Durham, North Carolina, this young photographer has landed on international magazine covers with her talent for portraiture -- 42 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- COVER: Opera company inseries brochure illustration, p. 110. David Plunkert, illustrator ; Timothy Nelson, art director -- Fresh: 32 Romain Bourillon A Paris based designer blends a primal sense of design with symbolic imagery to craft a visual language of his very own -- 34 Sam Wilde Captivated by the merging organic and synthetic worlds, this London based illustrator creates uniquely wild sculptures and patterns -- 36 Lian Benoit A Montréal based photographer captures the emotional complexity of youth led by her empathy and artistic sensibilities -- 38 Lazaris Founded by Alex Lazaris, this Los Angeles based creative collective prioritizes robust brand strategies and a love of the creft -- 40 Beatriz Ortiz Based in Rio de Janeiro, this illustrator creates surreal collages that blend natural elements with vibrant digital texture -- Illustration Annual: 50 Best in Show -- 58 Advertising -- 70 Books -- 82 Editorial -- 98 For Sale -- 106 Institutional -- 118 Animation -- 120 Self Promotion -- 133 Unpublished -- 145 Student Work -- Columns: 10 Advertising Reflecting on the nature of creative aspirations, Ernie Schenck notes the endless longing that keeps driving us to new heights -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Katrina Crawford and Mark Bashore, founders of production company Plains of Yonder, talk about their hand crafted approach to creating TV titles -- Departments: 6 Editor's Column -- 14 Book Reviews -- 158 Index to Illustration Annual 66 -- 162 Overheard-- Submitting Work commarts.com / submissions : Advertising Creative Hotlist 13,C4 -- Call For Entries: Advertising 2025 5 -- Typography 2026 11 --; July / August : Volume 67, Number 3: Photography Annual 66 -- Features: 16 Gladeye by Sam McMillan An Auckland based digital design firm with an adventurous spirit explores all the possibilities of creative technology -- 24 Guillermo Flores by Isis Davis Marks This Guadalajara, México based artist combines illustration and collage into a dreamlike oeuvre with a cast of surreal characters -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Cover Onpublished photograph by Dan Saelinger, p. 162 -- Fresh: 32 Jenna Beekhuis Through the lens of portraiture, this Riverside, California based photographer tells the collective story of her generation -- 34 Dominic Bodden The work of this New York based illustrator vibrates with colors and shading that speak to his multilayered approach -- 36 Francesca Melis An Auckland based artist invites her audience to explore their connections with nature and their own heritage through her illustrations -- 38 Goodside Adesigner and strategist working together in San Francisco weave their talents together to create work that teems with personality -- Photography Annual: 48 Best in Show -- 54 Advertising -- 80 Books -- 88 Editorial -- 107 For Sale -- 112 Institutional -- 123 Multimedia -- 128 Self Promotion -- 141 Unpublished -- 168 Student Work -- Columns : 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck explores the true definition of art and ponders on its relationship with humanity -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, photographer Dennis Murphy talks about his nonprofit My Hand My Cause and how he raises money for charity through photography --; September / October 2025: FEATURES: 16 The Republik by Kimeko McCoy This Raleigh, North Carolina- based ad agency has found success through unforgettable campaigns and an equitable business plan -- 24 Revenant by Yolanda Zappaterra A Glasgow based animation studio combines its technical skills with boundless imagination to create motion graphics with deep narratives -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- COLUMNS: 10 Advertising As true creativity lies off the beaten path, Ernie Schenck encourages us to drive off road and find true innovation -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, itch Monson of Sibling Rivalry analyzes the athlete’s mindset and how it can be applied to creative professions -- FRESH: 32 David Elmo Cooper This New York based artist uses illustration to convey his personal values and uncovers emotional nuance within their themes -- 34 STOKI Formed by a trio of designers, this Budapest- based design firm eschews trends to convey its client’s purposes through vibrant colors -- 36 Gem Hale Based in Los Angeles, this photographer draws inspiration from his life experiences for an empathetic approach to portraiture -- 38 Kati Närhi A Helsinki-based illustrator suffuses her graphic novels, picture books and commissioned work with radiant color and graphic shapes -- DESIGN ANNUAL : 48 Best in Show -- 55 Packaging -- 63 Annual Reports -- 64 Trademarks / Identity Programs -- 66 Integrated Branding Programs -- 84 Catalogs -- 87 Posters -- 92 Books -- 104 Motion Graphics -- 108 Public Service-- 115 Environmental Graphics -- 119 Miscellaneous -- 124 Self- Promotion -- 132 Students Work -- COVER : From top to bottom: BLEUFEU INTEGRATED BRANDING PROGRAM, P. 83; Fondation du MAC integrated branding program, p. 74; Flour + Water packaging, p. 55; Oculus Display typeface, p. 124 -- ; November / December 2025 : Volume 67, Number 5 : Advertising Annual 66 -- Cover: From left to right: Art Gallery of Ontario non traditional campaign, p. 102; Best of Kin integrated campaign, p. 91 ; Canadian Stuttering Association public service campaign, p. 108 -- Features: 14 Sunday Afternoon by Gray Chapman A New York based brand studio has redefined the role of a creative agency by incorporating a talent roster system -- 22 Jason van Bruggen by Michael Coyne From Ontario, Canada, to the world’s remote corners, this adventurous photographer seeks to visualize the abstractness of climate change -- 38 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Columns: 5 Advertising Comparing scientific discoveries with creative endeavors, Ernie Schenck urges us to make our own work like no one else can -- 10 Insights In a Q&A, Erick Rosa discusses how working internationally, listening to diverse perpectives and producing personal projects fuel his creativity -- Fresh: 30 Elianel Clinton Based in Belleville, New Jersey, this photographer brings his lived experiences into the frame for his work in fashion and editorial -- 32 Monica Losada This Barcelona based designer finds novel design solutions by constantly pushing the boundaries of her tools and software -- 34 Jordan Amy Lee A London based illustrator plays with mid century aesthetics and textures to create graphic representations of her subjects -- 36 Retour Chariot Working together and separately, a trio of designers based in Rennes has cultivated a design style using vivid colors and expressive shapes -- Advertising Annual : 46 Best in Show -- 51 Posters -- 59 Print Advertising -- 63 Digital Advertising -- 76 Integrated Campaigns -- 95 Self Promotion -- 99 Sales Promotion -- 101 Non Traditional -- 105 Public Service -- 117 Public Service TV -- 123 Radio Commercials -- 124 Television Commercials -- 128 Student Work -- ; January / February 2026 : Volume 67, Number 6 : Typography -- Features: 16 Denomination by Garrick Webster Expanding from Australia to the UK and US, this multinational design firm seeks to revolutionize drinks packaging with sustainable design -- 24 Sara Wong by Ruth Hagopian A Baltimore based artist creates palpable atmospheres in her illustrations that reflect the emotional state of her characters -- 42 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Columns : 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck questions the hoarding of creative ideas and argues for the benefits of freely sharing concepts with others -- 12 Insights In a Q & A Paul Hanslow of Tandem Type discusses establishing a foundry with Kaja Slojewska and how type designers must balance form and function -- Fresh: 32 Brian Lutz This Weatogue, Connecticut based illustrator preserver his love of graphite drawing in his process by combining it with digital color -- 34 Lea Golis A Denver based photographer applies her eye to shoot candid moments with a painterly sense of color and lighting -- 36 Mouthwash Founded by a quartet, this Los Angeles based design firm seeks to push boundaries and develop its team’s skills within its timeless work -- 38 Ollie Hirst A Manchester based illustrator translates difficult concepts of human health into relatable illustrations for editorials and medical journals -- 40 Talia Cotton Inspired by the convergence of design and tech, a New York based creative director now leads a studio propelled by code based visuals -- Typography Annual : 50 Best in Show -- 55 Posters -- 66 Packaging -- 69 Brochures -- 73 Books -- 81 Periodicals -- 82 Identity -- 90 Environmental -- 94 Typeface Design -- 132 Motion -- 135 Digital Media -- 131 Ephemera -- 136 Miscellaneous -- 137 Unpublished -- 140 Student Work -- Cover Visconte, p.126 ; CoFo Raffiné, p. 98 -- ; March / April : Volume 68, Number 1 Interactive Annual 32 -- FEATURES : 14 Uncommon by Jack Butler Terry By pushing boundaries and executing divisive ideas , this globally based creative agency has discovered the formula to being memorable -- 22 Luke Ritchie by Alix Rose Cowan A Cape Town - based typographer and letterer indulges his perfectionism by taking a painstaking approach to his work -- 38 Exhibit / by Michael Coyne The latest and best in visual communication from here and abroad -- 45 Student Showcase Our editor ' s 12th annual selection of portfolios by fifteen promising students of visual communication -- FRESH : 30 Marco Lawrence Focusing on technical skill and inclusivity , this New York - based illustrator practices building surreal worlds in his work -- 32 Salt and Sister Studio A design duo formed by sisters in the United Kingdom works against the toxic agency model by thoughtfully collaborating with clients -- 34 Victoria Englund Leijon Based in Stockholm , this designer and typographer discovers harmonious intersections by combining opposing visual elements -- 36 Sam Hart A Salt Lake City - based photographer uses a meticulous process to capture the different material textures of products -- INTERACTIVE ANNUAL : 62 Best in Show -- 64 Websites / Microsites -- 90 Mobile -- 92 Environmental -- 106 Other Interactive Media -- 112 Student Work -- COLUMNS -- 5 Advertising Through the story behind adapting A River Runs Through It into film , Ernie Schenck stresses the importance of inner validation -- 10 Insights In a Q&A , Volodymyr Shostakovych of Vova Design discusses his talent in crafting presentation decks and user interfaces for Bay Area startups -- ; May / June 2026 : Volume 68, Number 2 : Illustration Annual 61 -- Features : 16 Meat by Wendy Helfenbaum Based in Toronto and Beijing, this design firm uncovers intersections from all kinds of visual culture for clients unafraid to be bold -- 24 Bastiaan Woudt by Max Hirshfeld A master of black and white photography, this Amsterdam based photographer blends contemporary minimalism with classical portraiture -- 42 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest an best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Cover : Myriam Wares’s poster illustration for the National Poetry Society p. 66 -- Fresh : 32 Anna Matuella Based in Kansas City, this designer searches for novel compositions with simple forms, rearranging the familiar into the fresh -- 34 Liao Liao With her focus on conveying resonant emotions in her art, this New York illustrator has uncovered a visual language that transcends culture -- 36 John Biggs A Brighton, United Kingdom based illustrator visualizes the complexities of human life and distills them into narrative images -- 38 Ruslan Abasov This Lausanne, Switzerland based designer explores the relationship between visuals and communication through type and design -- 40 Conor Courtney Inspired by his early darkroom experiments, a London based photographer instinctively seeks out high contrast patches of light -- Illustration Annual : 50 Best in Show -- 58 Advertising -- 72 Books -- 88 Editorial -- 108 For Sale -- 114 Institutional -- 121 Animation -- 128 Unpublished -- 146 Student Work -- Columns: 10 Advertising Ernie Schenck reflects on the potential of abandoned projects and what they reveal about their would be creators -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, London based illustrator Nomoco discusses how ink became her preferred medium for its dreamy, hazy qualities -- ; September / October 2026 :Volume 68, Number 4 : Design Annual 67 -- Features: 16 ManvsMachine by Chris Daniels A London- and Los Angeles-based creative agency plants its feet firmly at the chaotic intersection of technology and craft -- 24 No Fixed Address by Dave Kuhl Leading with curiosity, this Toronto based ad agency has earned a reputation for fearless creativity in its campaigns -- 40 Exhibit by Michael Coyne The latest and the best in visual communication from here and abroad -- Fresh: 32 Meredith Schomburg In her depictions of movement, this Brooklyn-based illustrator focuses on honoring the joy and fun in our everyday lives -- 34 Ming Hsun Yu A Taipei-based designer seeks to create order from chaos, portraying personal and cultural experiences in their work -- 36 Yanjun Chen The mysteries of the human psyche intrigue this Shanghai-based illustrator, who explores psychological and mythological themes -- 38 Alex Knight This Salt Lake City based photographer captures the raw energy of athletes and off road vehicles in the majesty of the outdoors -- Design Annual: 48 Best in Show -- 52 Packaging -- 57 Annual Reports -- 58 Product Brochures -- 58 Letterheads -- 60 Trademarks -- 60 Identity Manuals -- 64 Integrated Branding Programs -- 84 Catalogs -- 89 Posters -- 96 Editorial -- 99 Books -- 106 Motion Graphics -- 110 Public Service -- 112 Environmental Graphics -- 116 Miscellaneous -- 119 Self Promotion -- 124 Student Work -- Columns: 10 Advertising Ernie Schenk argues that the lack of collaboration in today’s adversiting world is letting some of the best ideas die in the dark -- 12 Insights In a Q&A, Flora Chan, head of design at Redscout, discusses how she helps create progressive branding for scaling audiences -- Cover: 54 El Mágico Tequilla packaging -- 77 Bafweek integrated branding program -- 80 Festival de cinema de la ville de Québec integrated branding program -- 89 Top to bottom, left to right: 233 Art Gallery poster -- 90 Les Malchaussées poster -- ; Beginning in <23-> the January/February issue is called: Typography annual 13 ER -