A clean aesthetic was the overall arching standard for Interweave’s magazines. I art directed, established mood boards, hired models, and often collected props for styling photos. These covers covered a combination of those aspects.
Software used: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
This is a series of layouts from PieceWork magazine, a historical needlework publication. My goal was to feature front and center the amazing craft and artistry of these handmade pieces.
Software used: Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
Handwoven magazine’s focus was for the weaver to view the piece in a real life setting while clearly seeing the weave structure. On these opening project spreads I successfully combined those objectives together.
Software used: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
The Business Council’s Why Wyoming magazine is a recruitment publication handed out at trade shows. To increase engagement we featured successful company profiles so prospect companies would rethink relocating their business. For the NoSo feature I emulated the fun nature of the product, which are shaped patches for outdoor gear. It won honorable mention at the Wyoming Press Association 2019.
Software used: Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
Set Your Sights on Wyoming magazine is a recruitment publication handed out at the Shot Show. Stories of successful Wyoming manufactures helped out-of-state companies realize the potential in relocation. It won 3rd place at the Wyoming Press Association 2019.
Software used: Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
This knitting magazine explored the creative world of Harry Potter and applied its inspirational and imaginative storyline to current knitwear design. I infused its character into the layout through art direction, texture, natural and classic elements, and typography. It sold out due to popularity and was reprinted.
Software used: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Mood boards were created that explained details to stylists of how/what projects would be worn and what style of hair and makeup were preferred. Well thought out color palettes, locations, props, and cover options were explored. It was a key tool for strategizing during team meetings and thumbnail sketches helped define layout choices.
