Kelly M. Volz

Hear from members why AIGA is the place to go for connections, resources, savings, education, recognition and—of course—inspiration.

Although Mike Mills is better known these days as a writer and director—his latest film, Beginners, is in theaters now—he started his career as a graphic designer. Here he discusses Herbert Bayer, the history of the pride flag, teaching Ewan McGregor how to to draw, and the influence design has on his filmmaking.

Leo Lionni has wedded fine art to applied art, elevated the level of graphic design criticism, launched the careers of many formidable practitioners, and engaged the minds and hearts of several generations in a variety of roles throughout his career: committed teacher, author, critic, editor, painter, sculptor, printmaker, designer, cartoonist and illustrator. He is also the recipient of the 1984 AIGA Medal.