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I’m John Hofstetter. The designer behind State of the Design.
I’m a graphic designer and developer based in Manchester, New Hampshire that specializes in graphic design for both print and digital applications, including websites. Over the years, I’ve designed for a variety of clients, including Alcon, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Citi Performing Arts Center, NPR, OXFAM International, The Pine Street Inn, Louis XIV, Amy Winehouse, Session Americana, composer Bear McCreary, and Atlantic Records.
Design aesthetics change over time. As a designer, It’s important to be aware of the latest trends. People can tell if you’re designing like it’s 1999. You have to stay modern, but there are reasons to give a design a vintage feeling. People resonate with art that feels like it has stood the test of time. That’s the trick. Stay modern and relevant, but never shy away from that vintage vibe.
I felt that John and I had landed on an image that had the potential to become an icon for the project, emblazoning the sound and narrative with a visual stamp. When the album finally launched, I felt my faith in John’s work was validated.”
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Bear McCreary
Bear McCreary is an American composer known for his scores for film, television, and video games. He is celebrated for projects like Battlestar Galactica, The Walking Dead, Outlander, God of War, and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
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