06 November 2008 | 7:30pm
Cal State LA Music Hall
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032
Join the Cal State L.A. Student Group to talk with Stefan Bucher. Stefan Bucher is a writer, lecturer, graphic designer and illustrator. He is the founder of 344 Design. (www.344design.com) He is also the creator of the online animation series Daily Monster. (www.dailymonster.com) His work has been included in Communication Arts, HOW, Novum and Wired magazines, among others. He speaks all over the world.
Starting his career in the United States as an art director at Portland, Oregon advertising agency Wieden & Kennedy, Bucher went on to design numerous CD packages including Brand New Day: The Remixes for Sting, the soundtrack for the motion picture The Matrix with Keanu Reeves. His design of the 17th "American Photography" annual received the 2001 Silver Award for outstanding complete book design by British Design & Advertising ("D&AD") His more recent work for clients ranging from KCRW DJ Jason Bentley to art gallery L.A. Louver, painter David Hockney, and movie director Tarsem makes more frequent use of illustration and hand-lettering. He is the author of the book All Access - The Making of Thirty Extraordinary Graphic Designers.
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Stefan gave an extraordinary presentation, and dedicated plenty of time to answer all our questions. He even gave away signed posters!
Stefan's presentation was just amazing! Seeing his works and listening about his experiences was so inspirational!
Pictures from the event
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Listening to Stefan was like injecting oneself with high concentrations of good advice. I walked away from the event high on creativity and a renewed sense of purpose. In hindsight, I wish I would have asked everyone I knew to attend the event but I'm afraid there would not have been enough seats.
Stefan's talent, cander, humility and sharp wit make him both entertaining and very relatable. He is definitely someone I now highly respect and look up to. The advice he offered really was second to none, and his life philosophy was intriguing. Thanks again Stefan, you inspired me more than you'll ever know!
Stefan is witty and is highly talented. Thank you GAUGE!!!
Stefan Bucher is a very inspirational, talented, creative and unique person. His presentation was very funny and entertaining. I am glad I was able to attend because it was something I would not have wanted to miss. Thank you Stefan
A friend of mine who had a major completely not related to art joined me for this presentation and she absolutely loved it! When we left, she wouldn't even stop talking about how amazing Stephan Bucher was. I really enjoyed the presentation and Stephan's work was incredibly inspiring. His encouragements were also enough to bring my spirits up as a future artist. Thank you Gauge!
I was so inspired by Stephan Bucher! His stories kept me interested and made me want to strive for the best. His talent is exceptional!!! And now that I have a poster from him on my wall, I keep getting compliments from everyone about how kool it is. My boyfriend was so inspired by his talent that he would like Mr. Bucher to do the artwork for his upcoming album. :]
I have to say that Stefan Bucher was not only a very talented guy, but also super nice and uplifting. His advice was sincere and will be put to good use. He made me feel like I could do anything as long as I practice design and follow my heart. He definitely knows what he's talking about, and he rekindled my creative flame.
Stefan Bucher is an inspiring person. His whole presentation was intriguing and funny. He even gave us a poster he signed for everyone who attended. He is a great artist and a great person.
Stefan presentation was fun and funny hes a normal person like us
Stefan G. Bucher is one of the most interesting people I've met. His mind works in ways I can't really comprehend myself. On top of that, he was nice enough to sign his book and a poster for my girlfriend (which scored me some extra points ^_'). To say the least, I enjoyed his presentation.
Listening to Stefan Bucher was great. His entire speech was very inspiring and much over my expectation. His positive and encouraging way of speaking was so helpful and made me believe that most things are possible if you just believe in yourself and put your heart and mind to it.