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Heft, Gravy & Swing: Ian Lynam

  • Chicago Design Museum 108 N State St, 3rd floor Chicago United States (map)

Did you know Cooper Black was designed by Chicago native Oz Cooper?

Come learn more about this beloved typeface and its designer through the eyes of Tokyo-based contemporary Ian Lynam. Ian will be discussing the work of Oz Cooper along with different types of printing techniques and Japanese papers that are featured in his latest book. After the talk, there will be a portfolio stroll and discussion.

Ian Lynam is originally from New York and has an MFA in Graphic Design from CalArts. He is currently working at Ian Lynam Design, a Tokyo-based multidisciplinary creative studio founded in 2005.

This lecture is in conjunction with ChiDM‘s exhibition, Unfolded: Made with Paper and is being and will be held at ÄKTA.

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The museum is closed until June 30th, 2020.

While distancing we are planning virtual events, moving our exhibitions online, and publishing student design projects. Take care of yourself!