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A re-imagined interpretation of William Faulkner’s 1930 novel As I Lay Dying. The novel centers around the death of Addie Bundren, and her family’s quest to honor her wish to be buried in her hometown. Each chapter is a stream-of-consciousness narrative that switches from fifteen different characters over the course of ninety-six chapters.
Tony Lee, Jr has created a produced what looks to be a beautiful version of one of my favorite books. More photos at his website.
Today I’m unrolling what is undoubtedly the largest update/overhaul in this website’s history. I’ve spent the last few months studying new design techniques and auditioning new content management systems.
In the next few days I will write a case study addressing a few whys. In the meantime, I’ve still got a little cleaning up to do, but I hope you like the new direction. There is more to come.
It’s not often that I talk about professional projects on this site (it’s a personal site, get it?). But it’s not often a designer gets a project like this. I don’t think I’ve ever had a project that allowed me to have this much fun. Not only did I get to have a major part in the conceptualization, but I got to illustrate, design and assemble a book, shoot and edit the commercial, and even do a little hand modeling.
It was tremendous fun. And it had the added benefit of making me feel really good about my work: Not only did it turn out really well, but I have a son who receives a book every month from this program.
The project is a fundraiser for the Knox County Public Library’s Imagination Library program. The project comprised of a one-page website, and a 30 second television spot. You can see the television spot below.
Fun fact: I’m wearing Amber’s concealer on my right hand, because I had cut myself really badly during the assembly of the actual book.
For more information or to make a donation, please visit KnoxReads.com. Thanks!
One of the Best Clients in the World: Knox County Public Library
Amber: for helping with the illustrations
Austin: For writing the narration
HP Video: For donating some after-hours time in the studio.
WATE and Comcast: for donating the media time.
Chuck Morris: For arranging the whole thing and letting me to do it.
Well, I didn’t know about this. I have already edited my stylesheet and noticed a difference upon refresh. Of course, it’s more obvious at larger font sizes. So all of you Safari 5 users with EXTREME TYPE SENSITIVITY, this one is for you.
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