Alan Peckolick
Alan Peckolick | |
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Born | |
Died | August 3, 2017 Danbury, Connecticut, U.S. | (aged 76)
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Pratt Institute |
Known for | Graphic design, photography, painting |
Spouse |
Alan Jay Peckolick (October 3, 1940 – August 3, 2017)
Peckolick was known for the typographic forms he created. His fascination for the graphic letter form underpinned much of his work as he drew much of his inspiration from historic signage and lettering. His projects included logo design and corporate identity for
Upon graduating from Pratt Institute in 1964, Peckolick went to work as an assistant to designer Herb Lubalin. In 1968 he opened his own design office. In 1972 he joined Lubalin, Smith & Carnase; several years later the company was reorganized and renamed Lubalin Peckolick Associates.
Peckolick's work earned him over 500 design awards worldwide, including honorary membership in the art director's club of
In 2002, Peckolick was invited to donate his archive to
Peckolick began painting professionally in 1998. His work is represented in
Peckolick's board affiliations included the Glaucoma Foundation and Save the Whales (
Peckolick was married to fellow graphic artist Jessica Weber.[4]
Books
- Alan Peckolick, Gertrude Snyder. Herb Lubalin: Art Director, Graphic Designer and Typographer. Amshow & Archive; First Edition (April 1985).
External links
- Alan Peckolick Artist Website
- ART IN REVIEW: Alan Peckolick by Grace Glueck, New York Times: March 22, 2002
References
- ^ Roberts, Sam (August 9, 2017). "Alan Peckolick, a Leading Logo Designer, Dies at 76". The New York Times. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
- ^ New York University: Office of Public Affairs Sep 21, 2005
- ^ "Alliance Graphique Internationale (AGI) Public Member List". Archived from the original on 2008-11-20. Retrieved 2010-01-01.
- ^ New York Times June 4, 1984