Working independently since 2013, Brooklyn-based designer and creative director Leta Sobierajski has become known for her unique aesthetic, which often borders between the beautiful and the grotesque. Here, Leta opens up about taking the leap into freelancing, embracing vulnerability in her work, the art of negotiating, and what she’s learned from collaborating with her life and creative partner, Wade Jeffree.
LA-based artist and designer, Geoff McFetridge, recalls his early love of drawing while growing up in Calgary, Alberta, what led him into the world of commercial design, how he’s grown on his own terms, and the importance of pushing past what stands in the way of creating.
Portland-based experiential designer and 3D artist, Craig Winslow, on rekindling his fire for independent work, the realities and rewards of freelance life, what he’s learning as one of this year’s Adobe Creative Residents, and using his work to blend the digital and physical worlds in meaningful ways.
LA-based artist, designer, and gangsta gardener, Ron Finley, is taking his art to the streets to inspire people around the world to reconnect with their food and each other. Ron spoke to us about growing up in South Central, his early work as a fashion designer, how gardening has transformed his life and lives of people around the world, and why he’s living for his legacy now to preserve the planet for future generations.
Swiss-born creative director Kimou Meyer, aka Grotesk, recalls how his love of the underground graffiti scene helped form the foundation of his 15-year design career, why creatives should focus on the job instead of the title, and what continues to inspire his lifelong affection for New York City.
London-based graphic artist, Jean Jullien, discusses never having a “proper” day job, how his drive to experiment keeps his practice fresh, and the importance of having a handle on the financial aspects of your work without letting it dictate what you do.
UK-based designer, Gavin Strange, on his unexpected path to working at the prominent animation studio, Aardman Animations, the origins of his personal studio, JamFactory, why everyone is qualified to create, and the inspiration behind his new book, Do Fly.
Steven Harrington, the LA-based artist, designer, and cofounder of National Forest, reflects on finding his voice, channeling his anxiety into art, and the search for honesty in a culture of perfection.
NYC-based costume designer, Jenn Rogien, on paying her dues during her early days as a production assistant, the cover letter that landed her a costume designer role on Girls, and why you should say yes to opportunities, even if they’re not exactly what you want to do.
South Carolina-based creative directors, Helen Rice & Josh Nissenboim, discuss the scrappy beginnings of their creative agency, Fuzzco, how they’ve navigated the waters of entrepreneurship together, and the most important life and business lessons they’ve learned as a couple.
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