The Workshop section has long been considered the “nuts and bolts” section of Cottage Life Magazine, and I designed this how-to section for three years. Each layout reflects the unique lineup for that issue, consisting of DIY projects, story segments such as Skill Set and Know-How, as well as other useful content related to cottage maintenance. My goal was to provide service to the reader using visually interesting layouts and clear information design. The Workshop section was a constant challenge from a design and art direction perspective, and I was tasked with acquiring tools both old and new and showcasing them creatively each issue. I successfully art directed photoshoots with photographers in studio as well as remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Knowledge: Art Direction, Layout Design, Information Design
Programs: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
Details: Workshop section layouts completed for Cottage Life Magazine
Award: GOLD awarded for Department: Workshop (by Michelle Kenny and Braden Alexander), was given in October 2019 by the International Regional Magazine Association.