University Magazines have become ideal publications for illustrators. The formats are large and many use quality printing and paper which is nicer than many commercial magazines. AD Lacey Chylack from Phase 5 Creative called with a fun assignment for Duke Magazine. Duke needed a lighthearted take on early morning classes from both the student’s and professor’s perspective. They suggested the classic “early bird” metaphor and since I love drawing birds it was the perfect direction. The birds became the metaphor for students leaving and arriving at class and provided a more graphic approach so it would pop off the page. By coincidence it was the first deadline since coming back from Asia so I could empathize with a sleepy eyed student.
