The article profiles American illustrator Mark Harris, whose photo-collage editorial work blends handmade textures and physical materials to challenge the rigidity of traditional graphic design. Drawing inspiration from Bauhaus, Dadaism, and Constructivism, Harris’ practice emphasizes imperfection and human touch, contrasting his earlier agency experience. His work has appeared in major publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian, and Bloomberg Businessweek.
Elizabeth Goodspeed explores the emerging 'Future Medieval' design trend, which fuses gothic and medieval aesthetics with contemporary digital culture. The article highlights Teenage Engineering’s EP–1320 Medieval synthesizer as a key example, alongside illustrators and designers embracing blackletter typography, mythical creatures, and ornate symbolism. The piece situates the trend within a broader cultural fascination with mysticism, fantasy, and historical revivalism.
