Graphis Journal 385 magazine – Unlock the Minds of Creative Icons
Go behind the scenes with some of the most respected names in design, advertising, photography, illustration, and education. Graphis Journal 385 gives you an exclusive look into the minds of Brad Hochberg (The Refinery), PETROL Advertising, Hadley Stambaugh, and Justin Colt (School of Visual Arts). If you're seeking inspiration that challenges, educates, and energizes—this issue is your next essential read.
What’s Inside? This edition is packed with in-depth conversations and powerful visuals from the creative minds shaping the future of visual communication. From legendary designers to rising educators, Journal 385 is a deep dive into the creative process, career-defining insights, and behind-the-scenes thinking that fuels award-winning work.
Design Excellence: We honor the late Kari Piippo (FI), a Graphis Master, with a moving tribute by Finn Nygaard, celebrating a legacy defined by his mantra: “Simple, Strong, and Sharp.”
Brad Hochberg, co-founder of The Refinery (US), offers a look inside the high-stakes world of entertainment marketing, where every poster must both sell and tell a story.
In packaging, Vishal Vora of Sol Benito (IN) proves that good design is never just surface deep—it’s concept, craft, and clarity in one.
Advertising Powerhouse: If you’ve played a major video game in the last ten years, chances are PETROL Advertising had a hand in its success. Their cinematic campaigns don’t just promote games—they immerse players in the experience. See how this agency builds emotional bridges across borders, genres, and screens.
Award-Winning Photography: Photographer Scott Lowden (US) describes his work as “life-fashionography”—a hybrid of storytelling, style, and human connection.
Hadley Stambaugh (US), creative director at SCAD, captures voices that often go unseen—shining a light on student and alumni talent with elegance and precision.
Illustration & Visual Storytelling: From rich analog textures to modern digital vibrance, this issue celebrates the best in contemporary illustration. These artists speak volumes—without a single word.
Creative Education & Process: SVA educator Justin Colt challenges students to get uncomfortable in the best way. His collaborative, high-bar approach fosters bold thinkers who aren’t afraid to break—and rewrite—the rules.
Why This Issue Matters
Graphis 385 isn’t just for your coffee table—it’s for your creative evolution. Inside, you’ll find exclusive interviews, process insights, case studies, and jaw-dropping visuals from the best in the business. Whether you're designing, directing, shooting, branding, or building the next big idea—this issue is for you.
Order your copy today—and get inspired by the icons shaping what’s next.
B. Martin Pedersen, publisher and creative director of Graphis, has won numerous awards in the past from the AIGA, ADC, TDC, and the SPD, who honored him with the first Herb Lubalin Award for excellence in editorial design. He also won the Columbia University National Magazine Award for the best-designed magazine of the year for Nautical Quarterly. He has been inducted into the Art Directors Club Hall of Fame and received the AIGA Gold Medal for lifetime achievement in Design. He is an Alliance Graphique International (AGI) member and the New York Yacht Club.
