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John F. Kennedy’s use of bold, modern campaign posters revolutionized political design, combining clean typography and striking imagery to captivate voters and shape his image as a forward-thinking leader.

Even now they hold up in pop culture and online.

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November 22, 2024 at 5:41 PM
Lincoln’s profile on the penny is the only U.S. coin portrait facing right, a unique design decision that sets it apart from the rest.

Lincoln’s portrait faces right as a result of Victor David Brenner’s original design, which was based on a side profile photograph.
November 22, 2024 at 1:21 PM
The simple yet powerful image of the Beatles crossing Abbey Road was shot in just 10 minutes by photographer Iain Macmillan, with only six photos taken in total.

Insane.
November 22, 2024 at 3:02 AM

The logo that was born from a napkin sketch.

Nike's iconic swoosh is one of the most iconic logos ever, but did you know it was designed for just $35? Carolyn Davidson, a graphic design student, sketched it in 1971 as a quick assignment for a footwear company that wasn’t even named Nike yet.
November 22, 2024 at 2:32 AM