We enjoy receiving email from students and young designers, but please check here first to see if your question has already been answered.

We look for a point of view. I can’t remember how many portfolios we’ve looked at for the simple fact that most of them just aren’t memorable. That doesn’t mean you need some gimmick or fancy format, it just means that you need to be about something. Decent type skill don't hurt either.

Generally, yes, we're happy to support and share ideas with students for specific projects. Here some tips for doing it right:

1. Email us well in advance of your deadline.
2. Tell us a little about your assignment and why (specifically) you wish to speak with us.
3. Don't just send us a list of questions and expect us to answer all of them.
4. Promise to send us a copy of your finished project and let us know how you did.
   
   

While we do love to share, our sample archives are limited. Sorry.

This is the number one question we’re asked. It seems like the requisite opener for any design interview. The real answer is the same for everyone: everywhere. Still, there are specific references and moments that make their way into our work. We’re working on an inspiration gallery, so please check back soon.

I feel a little self conscious putting this up here, but I’m asked this question with surprising frequency. Yes, I’ll gadly sign a book if we happen to cross paths some place. Just introduce yourself.

I ask other designers to sign my copies of their books all the time.