Video: Carin Goldberg receives the 2009 AIGA Medal

Doyald Young receives the 2009 AIGA Medal, in recognition for demonstrating the power of a lifelong love of the craft of calligraphy, type and graphic design, for his contributions as an author and for his engaging role as an educator. Deanna Kuhlmann-Leavitt, designer and founding partner of Kuhlmann Leavitt, Inc., presents the award.

Pablo Ferro receives the 2009 AIGA Medal, in recognition for introducing narrative and nonlinear dimensions to design for films, changing our visual expectations and demonstrating the power of design to enhance storytelling. AIGA Medalist Steven Heller presents the award.

Gala co-chairs Ken Carbone and Michael Hodgson kick off the sixth annual AIGA Design Legends Gala. Executive director Richard Grefé welcomes the design community and invites all to celebrate the achievements of 2009.

Patagonia is recognized as a leader in materials innovation and for a commitment to quality, authenticity, functionality and sustainability at every level. Julie Gilhart, fashion director for Barneys, presents the Corporate Leadership Award to Patagonia, accepted by Rob BonDurant, VP of marketing.

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AIGA’s national design competitions celebrate exemplary design and demonstrate the power of design.