Debbie Millman

Mentor · Other · Educator · Founder

4 articles · Apr 2025 — Dec 2025

Studios:Design Matters

Quotes

  • “Talking with hundreds of extraordinary artists, designers, writers, and thinkers has completely expanded my worldview. It’s given me more courage to take risks.”
  • “The mission remains the same: to celebrate creativity in all its messy, beautiful forms – and to honour the people brave enough to live and share their creative lives.”

Articles & interviews

  • Danae Gosset animates visuals for the tenth anniversary of Mac Miller’s Go:od AM

    It's Nice That · Dec 11, 2025

    Pencil TV founder Danae Gosset directed a series of mixed media animations celebrating the tenth anniversary of Mac Miller’s album Go:od AM. The project includes a hand-painted music video, visualisers, and documentary animations created in collaboration with Miller McCormick and Sam Balaban. Gosset’s tactile, frame-by-frame approach blends digital and physical processes, showcasing her experimental animation style.

    Pencil TVMac Miller EstateWarner Musicmotion
  • Affinity Rebrands with Bold Identity, Now Free to Use

    It's Nice That · Oct 29, 2025

    Affinity, the professional creative software brand recently acquired by Canva, has unveiled a full rebrand and product relaunch. Led by Canva’s European creative director Tom Carey and executed with Design by Twist, the new identity balances connection to Canva with a distinct, creative personality. Featuring a bespoke serif logomark, custom typeface by Ohno, and a tactile color palette, the rebrand emphasizes approachability and artistic expression.

    CanvaDesign by TwistOhno Type Co.Affinitybranding
  • Filmmakers Document Sign Painter's Wisdom in Short Film

    Creative Boom · Sep 16, 2025

    The article profiles filmmakers Santiago Carrasquilla and Danaé Gosset, who created a short documentary titled 'Luis Benz: Happiness is Achieved With Very Simple Things'. The film captures the life and philosophy of Argentine sign painter Luis Benz, emphasizing authenticity, simplicity, and human connection. The piece explores the creative process, challenges, and emotional journey behind the film’s eight-year completion.

    Art CampPencil.tvfilm
  • Debbie Millman Marks 20 Years of Influential Design Matters Podcast

    It's Nice That · Apr 17, 2025 · Interview

    The article celebrates 20 years of Debbie Millman’s pioneering podcast Design Matters, reflecting on its origins, evolution, and enduring mission to explore creativity. Millman discusses the early challenges of launching a design-focused show in 2005, her most meaningful interviews, and the upcoming 20th anniversary event at Symphony Space in New York City. She emphasizes her continued passion for storytelling and connecting with creative minds across disciplines.

    Design MattersSterling Brandsdigital