After Avedon, 2021, Self Portrait by Annabelle Collette for the cover of & Magazine published by Maine College of Art & Design, 2021
Photographer for the first edition of & Magazine, a university magazine published by Maine College of Art & Design. Together our team redesigned the publication to emphasize clean typography, layout design, and striking visual hierarchy. We were heavily inspired by the 1980’s and 1990’s COLORS Magazines and the Grid Systems publication by Josef Müller-Brockmann. The magazine showcases the diverse talents of the community within the college and beyond with interviews, articles, and striking visuals. This project not only exemplified design excellence but also strengthened the college’s brand and creative identity.
Photographer: Annabelle Collette
Creative Director: Steve Bowden
Graphic Designer: Caroline Kouba
Copy: Jacqui Walpole
Location: Portland, Maine
Year: 2021-22
& Magazine I
The Magazine before our rebrand:
Inspiration from the 1980’s and 1990’s COLORS Magazines and the Grid Systems publication by Josef Müller-Brockmann
Maine College of Art & Design, Portland, Maine, Published in 2023
Art Director and Photographer for the second edition of & Magazine, a university magazine published by Maine College of Art & Design. This edition, centered on "reflecting the times," showcased the college's commitment to engaging with the present while honoring it's rich 140-year legacy.
The issue explored the intersection of art, design, and societal transformation. It challenged readers to consider how creative voices could interpret and influence the world's events as they unfolded. Our students, faculty, and alumni contributed thought-provoking content that spanned our institution's history and looked forward to our role in shaping the future.
This publication provided a platform for our community to explore complex ideas, pushing boundaries and reconsidering our place in history. The magazine not only showcased the exceptional talent within our walls but also served as a catalyst for important conversations about the role of art and design in our society.
Photographer Annabelle Collette
Creative Director, Editor Steve Bowden
Creative Consult Margo Halverson
Graphic Designers Claire Christensen and Zachary Lennett
Copy Alex Koch
