Julia Gorton:
Feels So Good Photography Monograph
I collaborated with photographer Julia Gorton on the design development for her monograph documenting the 1970s and 80s New York No Wave scene. The project involved creating comprehensive design systems—from cover concepts and page layouts to typography treatments for headers and captions—that would honor both the raw energy of the historical moment and the sophisticated perspective of contemporary art book publishing.
PROJECT NOTES:
Historical subject matter expertise — Developing visual language that reflects the authentic spirit of 1970s-80s NYC underground culture
Art book design standards — Creating layouts that serve both archival documentation and contemporary art market expectations
Comprehensive design system — Developing cohesive approaches across covers, typography, and caption treatments
Artist collaboration — Working directly with photographer to balance artistic vision with publishing requirements
