Donald Carlson

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.

With his distinct visual persona, derived from a unique confluence of primitive and folk arts, Paul Davis brought a fresh new American look to illustration in the 1960s. Since then, he has made change and surprise his trademark, contributing to an eclectic mix of graphic art. He has also served as the art director for Joseph Papp's New York Shakespeare Festival, as well as for Normal and Wigwag magazines. In 1989, he received an AIGA Medal.