Daniel Alcorn

Quotes

• “I’d like to see more accessibly priced events hosted around the world.”

• “It’s incredibly inspiring to hear from people at the top of their game.”

Articles & interviews

• BDF Founders Share Vision for 2025 Festival: Emphasizing Play

  The Brand Identity · Mar 20, 2025 · Interview

  The Brand Identity interviews Birmingham Design Festival founders Luke Tonge and Daniel Alcorn about their journey building one of the UK’s leading creative events. They discuss their philosophy of community-building, the importance of decentralising design culture beyond London, and their 2025 festival theme of 'Play.' The conversation also explores their personal career paths, teaching, and the evolving creative scene in Birmingham.

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• Luke Tonge's Journey from Punk Passion to Design Success

  Creative Boom · Mar 4, 2025

  Creative Boom profiles Birmingham-based designer Luke Tonge, exploring his journey from a print-obsessed youth to co-founding the Birmingham Design Festival. The article traces his early influences, career at Linney, and his passion for editorial and brand identity design shaped by punk and DIY aesthetics. It also highlights his mentorship philosophy and advice for emerging designers.

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• Luke Tonge and Daniel Alcorn unravel the making of Birmingham Design Festival and its global reach

  The Brand Identity · Jun 4, 2024 · Interview

  The Brand Identity interviews Birmingham Design Festival co-founders Luke Tonge and Daniel Alcorn about the 2024 edition themed 'Process.' They discuss the festival’s growth, its inclusive curation, and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into organizing one of the UK’s most beloved design events. The conversation highlights their volunteer-driven approach, local collaborations, and the festival’s role in fostering community and creativity.

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