Cyrus Highsmith

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

Weeding out the good from the bad is every competition jury’s challenge, but what if the options are OK at best? Heller gives low marks to mediocre design.

Laurie Haycock and Scott Makela served as resident co-chairs of 2-D design at Cranbrook Academy of Art, in 1997, each offering a distinct set of skills: Makela was known for his loud, vibrant, high-tech approach to design, and Haycock for her thoughtful experimentalism and refined typography. In 2000, they received an AIGA Medal in honor or their collaborative work.