Best Monotype Podcasts (2025)

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Designing the future with Malcolm Garrett. 1:03:04

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Step into the world of Malcolm Garrett, an iconic British graphic designer whose career is grounded in punk rock and new technology.In this episode, Malcolm talks about designing record sleeves for bands like Buzzcocks, Duran Duran, and Simple Minds, as well as his enthusiasm for adopting new digital design tools. From the DIY spirit of London's Sh…

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s3e96 directing David Krut Projects with Amé Bell 1:05:24

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Ready to be globally inspired? On this episode of Platemark, Ann connects with the visionary Amé Bell, Director of David Krut Projects, who wears the hats of artist, historian, and curator. From the bustling print studios of Johannesburg, Amé brought South African voices to the world stage by curating the 2022 Venice Biennale Pavilion. They dive in…

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Tackling climate change with creativity, with Bruce Mau Design. 46:01

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Toronto-based Bruce Mau Design is known for tackling environmental, social, and economic problems with design. Kar Yan Cheung, Director of Design Strategy at Bruce Mau, and Laura Stein, Bruce Mau's Chief Creative Officer, joined us to talk about optimism, the realistic potential for design to influence behavior, and our Re:Vision project with the a…

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s3e95 collaging identity with Yashua Klos 1:02:55

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann converses with Yashua Klos, a passionate artist finding new connections through collaborative printmaking. They discuss his unique woodblock collage technique, his journey of self-discovery, and the impact of reuniting with family. We talk about the nuances of his artistic process, the emotional resonance of his wo…

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The fun of finding fonts at Adobe MAX 2025. 40:04

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Tune in for an inside scoop on Adobe Max 2025, a hub for creativity and design. In this episode, hosts Carl Unger, Kadley Gosselin, and Livia Halltari guide participants through an interactive Find the Font game and reveal which font they'd send in their place to a job interview. We also trade notes about MAX's vibrant artist marketplace; talk to M…

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S3e94 arts law with Yayoi Shionoiri 1:02:25

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with Yayoi Shionoiri, an arts lawyer and Vice President of External Affairs & General Counsel at Powerhouse Arts. Yayoi, who has over two decades of experience in art law, discusses her unique career path, from her initial interest in art history to working in law supporting artists and cultural workers. They…

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Balancing expressiveness and readability with Cyla Costa. 37:43

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Cyla Costa's work feels alive. Hailing from Curitiba, Brazil, she's an award-winning graphic artist and type designer known for expressive lettering and vibrant color palettes. Feminism, strength, inclusivity, and culture are a few of the themes her work explores. This week, Cyla chats with host Molly Doane about building a creative career and stud…

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S3e93 printing Peter Milton etchings with Robert Townsend 1:09:10

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann delves into the intricate world of prints and printmaking with master printer Robert Townsend. With over 55 years of experience, Bob shares his journey, techniques, and notable collaborations with artists like Peter Milton, Jim Dine, and Michael Mazur. They take a deep dive into plate wiping, steel facing, and othe…

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s2e35 History of Prints James Gillray 1:56:45

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In this History of Prints episode, Tru and Ann look at the considerable output of British satirist James Gillray (1756–1815). Younger than William Hogarth by nearly sixty years, Gillray took Hogarth's social commentary, its energy, and caustic approach, and used his skills to skewer politicians and kings, laugh at Napoleon and his empire building, …

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Connecting people to places with Joy Nazzari. 1:10:38

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In this episode, Joy Nazzari chats about her corner of the design world—place branding—with host Marie Boulanger. Joy is the Founder and Executive Chair of DNCO, an agency that's done branding for neighborhoods in London, New York, and Vancouver as well as the city of San Francisco. From her early days in finance and tech to building an agency that…

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s3e92 collagraph with artist Evan Summer 1:11:17

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with Evan Summer, who shares his journey from studying chemistry to becoming a printmaker and educator. We talk about the technical aspects and challenges of collagraph, a lesser-known printmaking technique, discussing its potential and common pitfalls. Evan also offers some essential hot tips on the techniqu…

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Type, travel, and togetherness with Veronika Burian. 1:02:35

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What does it take to build an international type foundry from scratch — and keep it thriving for nearly two decades? In this episode, host Doug Wilson talks with Veronika Burian, co-founder of the independent type foundry TypeTogether. From her background in industrial design to discovering a love for typography while working in Milan, Veronika sha…

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s3e91 watercolor monotypes with artist and printer Sue Oehme 1:06:50

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with Sue Oehme, owner of Oehme Graphics in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Sue shares her journey into printmaking, starting with her initial foray into lithography before discovering her love for etching. We talk about the unique process and intricate technique behind her renowned watercolor monotypes, includin…

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Designing community and culture with Cihan Tamti. 45:57

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Host Livia Halltari chats with Cihan Tamti, a graphic designer based in Bochum, Germany. Cihan designs for clients like Nike, Calvin Klein, and Ms. Lauryn Hill. Yet he's passionate about designing in his community, spending time each year on the identity for a local film festival called DOXS RUHR and on pro bono work for local coffee shops and rest…

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s3e90 Printing Black America with William Villalongo and Shraddha Ramani 1:01:56

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In this episode of Platemark, Shraddha Ramani and William Villalongo discuss their monumental project Printing Black America: Du Bois's Data Portraits in the 21st Century, which is being published in fall 2025. This modern update of W.E.B. Du Bois's data visualizations from 1900, which was created in response to the George Floyd protests, focuses o…

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s3e89 monoprints with artist Nicholas Ruth 1:08:38

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with artist and educator Nick Ruth to discuss his multifaceted approach to art. Nick, who lives in Rochester and teaches at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, shares insights into his work across various media, including painting, drawing, and printmaking. They talk about his creative process, particularly hi…

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Reprint: Getting into the 'heavy stuff' with Aaron Draplin. 50:51

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Aaron Draplin likely needs little introduction. He's one of the most beloved and best-known graphic designers working today. People fill auditoriums for his talks and workshops, wait in long lines to take selfies and buy Draplin Design Company merch, and fill his DMs with requests for advice. In this episode, originally published in 2023, Draplin s…

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s3e88 art consulting X ministry with Quahana Hendree 49:48

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In this episode of Platemark, Dr. Quahana Hendree, owner of Q Hendree Art Consulting in St. Louis, Missouri, shares her unique journey as an art consultant. Despite not being directly involved in the printmaking scene, Dr. Hendree brings a wealth of knowledge about art and its importance in various settings including corporate, commercial, and gove…

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HoP deep dive on ONE PRINT: Peter Milton's The Train from Munich 1:13:53

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In Platemark's history of prints series, Ann Shafer and Tru Ludwig present a second installment of their ONE PRINT series, this time on Peter Milton's The Train from Munich, 1991. In this episode, Ann and Tru take a single work considered to be a high point in the history of prints, and pull it apart to explore its subject matter, technique, style,…

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From passion to Pink Pony with Kristy Campbell. 47:16

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This week we sit down with Kristy Campbell, the founder of Pink Pony Creative, a New Zealand-based design agency known for its bold style: think hot pink, variable fonts, and playful patterns. We originally met Kristy at Adobe Max, where she's spoken about crafting sticky brand identities and the power of personal branding. In this episode, Kristy …

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s3e87 color printing in the 18th century with Meg Grasselli and Elizabeth Savage 1:03:28

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In this episode Ann talks with Margaret Morgan Grasselli and Elizabeth Savage about their new, massive book, Printing Colour 1700–1830: Histories, Techniques, Functions, and Receptions (Oxford: Oxford University Press and the British Academy, 2025). The book, coming in at nearly 450 pages with 350 illustrations, is a landmark study blowing open a n…

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Inside Tipoteca Italiana with Sandro Berra. 49:19

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Join host Dan Rhatigan as he sits down with Sandro Berra, the Coordinator of Tipoteca Italiana, a world-class type museum, archive, and print shop located in the charming countryside of Cornuda, Italy. Dan has been teaching at TipoItalia — a type residency at Tipoteca — for the past three summers and caught Sandro while they were both in Cornuda. T…

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s3e86 opening a printshop in Chiang Mai with Miranda Metcalf and Tim Pauszek 1:14:03

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann speaks with Miranda Metcalf and Tim Pauszek about their new venture, Hello, Print Friend Studios in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Listeners will recall Miranda hosts our sister pod, Hello, Print Friend. In addition to the podcast, she also is producing documentaries about printmaking hotspots, beginning with Oaxaca and Pue…

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From Tennessee to typography with David Jon Walker. 58:24

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This week, we sit down with designer David Jon Walker and talk about his journey from Nashville to Yale. We explore how David's roots, family inspirations (his quilting grandmother!), and a persistent drive to learn have shaped his style and career in typography and design. David candidly shares the sacrifices, risks, and leaps of faith that brough…

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s3e85 printing vintage semiconductors with artist Deb Puretz 1:04:26

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In this episode of Platemark, Deb Puretz, an IT professional and artist, discusses her journey into the art world and navigating it as an outlier. Deb, originally from California and now based in South Carolina, shares her experiences of making connections, leveraging business skills, and adapting to new technologies in art. She talks about her ear…

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s3e84 printing in plaster with artist Jonathan Beaumont Thomas 1:16:56

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann talks with artist and teacher Jonathan Thomas who shares insights from his time at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), the printmaking program he chairs, and his personal studio in Baltimore. We take a deep dive into his exploration of printing in plaster, detailing the technical process, historical conte…

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Reprint: Irreverent type design with James Edmondson. 58:43

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Ohno Type Company is an industry rebel. Equal parts punk and precision, the studio is a direct reflection of founder James' Edmondson love of expression and eccentricity. From globular California hippie text (Chee) to deceptively complex takes on classic geometric forms (Polymath), James and his team chart their own course through the wilds of type…

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s3e83 solarplate etching with Dan Welden 1:10:10

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In this episode of Platemark, Ann sits down with the legendary artist and printmaker Dan Welden. The artist is known for his pioneering work in solarplate etching, a revolutionary, chemical-free printmaking process. Welden recounts his experiences and collaborations with significant artists like Eric Fischl and Elaine and Willem de Kooning. He also…

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Designing beyond trends with Alex Swatridge of DutchScot. 46:56

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Alex Swatridge is the kind of creative you wish you could just sit down and brainstorm with. In this episode, host Graham Sturt talks to Alex about co-founding DutchScot, her London-based design agency that's making waves with bold, award-winning work. Preferring to gain inspiration from physical books and museum visits instead of scrolling, Alex s…

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s3e82 topology- and philosophy-imbued domestic scenes with Ellen Heck 1:01:04

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In this episode of Platemark, I talk with Ellen Heck about her artistic journey and work. We talk about the intricacies of printmaking techniques, Ellen's various portrait series, and the conceptual ideas behind her work. Ellen shares her journey from studying philosophy at Brown, to printmaking at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and fi…

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Bryan Edmondson on crafting simplicity. 39:04

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Get ready for an honest chat with Bryan Edmondson, the visionary force behind London-based SEA Design. In this episode, Bryan shares his thoughtful approach to design and studio culture and explains why developing a simple design isn't as simple as it looks. From focusing on identities that tell a story to mentoring young creatives, Bryan shares wi…

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s3e81 building and fixing presses with Mike Stark 1:03:10

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In this episode of the Platemark, I interview Mike Stark, the co-founder and owner of Stark Press Company. The New Jersey-based company, run by Mike and his brother Tom, builds new presses, services old presses, and aids in moving them. They often collaborate with Perry Tymeson, a legendary press repairman. Mike shares insights into designing new p…

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Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem

Ann Shafer, fine art prints evangelist, curator, and art historian

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Designing the future with Malcolm Garrett. 1:03:04

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s3e96 directing David Krut Projects with Amé Bell 1:05:24

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Tackling climate change with creativity, with Bruce Mau Design. 46:01

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s3e95 collaging identity with Yashua Klos 1:02:55

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The fun of finding fonts at Adobe MAX 2025. 40:04

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S3e94 arts law with Yayoi Shionoiri 1:02:25

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Balancing expressiveness and readability with Cyla Costa. 37:43

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S3e93 printing Peter Milton etchings with Robert Townsend 1:09:10

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s2e35 History of Prints James Gillray 1:56:45

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Connecting people to places with Joy Nazzari. 1:10:38

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s3e92 collagraph with artist Evan Summer 1:11:17

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Type, travel, and togetherness with Veronika Burian. 1:02:35

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s3e91 watercolor monotypes with artist and printer Sue Oehme 1:06:50

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Designing community and culture with Cihan Tamti. 45:57

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s3e90 Printing Black America with William Villalongo and Shraddha Ramani 1:01:56

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s3e89 monoprints with artist Nicholas Ruth 1:08:38

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Reprint: Getting into the 'heavy stuff' with Aaron Draplin. 50:51

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s3e88 art consulting X ministry with Quahana Hendree 49:48

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HoP deep dive on ONE PRINT: Peter Milton's The Train from Munich 1:13:53

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From passion to Pink Pony with Kristy Campbell. 47:16

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s3e87 color printing in the 18th century with Meg Grasselli and Elizabeth Savage 1:03:28

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Inside Tipoteca Italiana with Sandro Berra. 49:19

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s3e86 opening a printshop in Chiang Mai with Miranda Metcalf and Tim Pauszek 1:14:03

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From Tennessee to typography with David Jon Walker. 58:24

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s3e85 printing vintage semiconductors with artist Deb Puretz 1:04:26

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s3e84 printing in plaster with artist Jonathan Beaumont Thomas 1:16:56

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Reprint: Irreverent type design with James Edmondson. 58:43

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s3e83 solarplate etching with Dan Welden 1:10:10

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Designing beyond trends with Alex Swatridge of DutchScot. 46:56

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s3e82 topology- and philosophy-imbued domestic scenes with Ellen Heck 1:01:04

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Bryan Edmondson on crafting simplicity. 39:04

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s3e81 building and fixing presses with Mike Stark 1:03:10