I Used to Be a Design Student: 50 Graphic Designers Then and Now

Kiosoglou, Billy; Frank, Philippin

ISBN 10: 185669898X / ISBN 13: 9781856698986

Published by Laurence King Publishing, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: I Used to Be a Design Student: 50 Graphic Designers Then and Now
• Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 185669898X
• ISBN 13: 9781856698986
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1775205514.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: 8111067
• Signed: 4/3/2026 8:38:34 AM
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Synopsis

This book offers a rare chance to read what graphic designers feel about their education and profession. Fifty influential designers give the low-down about their student days and their professional lives. A piece of their college work is shown alongside an example of current work. Each designer also offers a key piece of advice and a warning, making this a must-read for anyone embarking on a career in design.
Contributors include Stefan Sagmeister, James Goggin, Karlssonwilker, Studio Dumbar, Cornel Windlin, Daniel Eatock, Spin, Hyperkit, and Christian Küsters.

About the Author

Frank Philippin and Billy Kiosoglou met while studying graphic design and set up Brighten the Corners after graduating from the Royal College of Art, London, in 1999. They now have studios in London and Stuttgart. Frank is Professor of Graphic Design at Darmstadt University.