Detroit has been on the radar as an emerging new center for creatives so it was a pleasure to hear from AD Valerie Morgan at Hour Detroit. They have been a client on and off for over 15 years and I have enjoyed watching the publication grow.
Language is one of my favorite subjects and Valerie called with a story about the misconceptions of stuttering. The main focus for ideas was the self consciousness and effort it takes for a stutterer to successfully communicate. Many pieces have to move in motion properly for a stutterer and pressure builds as you become more aware of the listener. Fortunately or unfortunately memories of awkwardness of teen years was the perfect inspiration for sketches. I remember thinking everyone could see all my flaws. Eyes are a great element for catching the feeling of self awareness.
Much thanks to Valerie and Hour Detroit for letting me tackle one of my favorite subjects.
