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by Lincoln Cushing Jan 06, 2009 (0)
Who today profits from the creative works of the WPA era? Cushing calls for putting the “public” back in this public art.

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What Does AIGA Do with What It Hears? And How Does It Respond?
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by Richard Grefé
Jan 05, 2009(1)
In January 2008, Richard Grefé outlined AIGA’s “resolutions” to its members. In this article he shares the outcomes of the past year and looks ahead for 2009.

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Krazy About K
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by Phil Patton
Dec 16, 2008(15)
How many characteristics can a single letter convey? Patton contemplates the key qualities of the letter K.

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Top Hats and Tales
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by David Barringer
Dec 23, 2008(2)
How did the top hat fall from grace? From Fred Astaire to Frosty, Barringer uncovers the highs and lows of this class signifier.

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How Is AIGA Helping Designers Survive the Recession?
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by Richard Grefé
Dec 03, 2008(6)
The tumultuous economy has many designers feeling uncertain. Richard Grefé explains what AIGA is doing on behalf of members and the profession as a whole.

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