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April 20–April 26, 2014

1/ Photographs of Sandy
Presented to mark the one-year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, Rising Waters draws on work submitted by over a thousand photographers, both professional and amateur, who responded to an open call for images in the storm’s wake. The juried exhibition features striking before-and-after images of the hurricane’s impact on the New York region, including preparations, the storm’s destructive effects, and the ongoing rebuilding efforts.
When: Closing Sunday, April 20, 2014
Where: Museum of the City of New York, 1220 5th Avenue, NYC
Price: Museum admission

2/ Sesame Street
Branding for Sesame Street, a beloved and complex organization, takes a dedicated creative team to maintain the heritage of the past, while continuing to evolve the brand for future generations. Join AIGA/NY for a walk down “the longest street in the world” to discuss the multi-layered, multi-media effort to attract and maintain loyal fans and why nearly 50 years later, it’s more important than ever.
When: Tuesday, April 22, 2014, 6:30pm–8:30pm
Where: John L. Tishman Auditorium, University Center 63 Fifth Avenue, Room U100, NYC
Price: $10 AIGA members, $30 general public

3/ A Journey of Design Transformation
Bob Schukai, Global Head of Mobile Technology at Thomson Reuters, will share his experiences guiding the company’s journey as it transformed its culture. He will share visual examples that show the contrast between its mobile products today and from before, as well as his perspective on innovation, wearable technology, and how the team used design workshops to catalyze breakthrough innovation in mobile design and beyond for Thomson Reuters.
When: Tuesday, April 22, 2014, 6pm–9pm
Where: Thomson Reuters, Thomson Hall, 195 Broadway, 4th floor, NYC
Price: $10 NYCUPA members, $5 students, $20 general public

4/ Slow Motion Collision: How Digital Design Careers Evolve
Discussion with four designers who navigated the landscape of digital design, each in their own unique way, to build unique, inspiring careers. Whether they’re still new or have achieved veteran status, they’ll each explain how they got to where they find themselves today, and what were some notable landmarks along the way. Moderated by Khoi Vinh, who will draw on the interviews he conducted with the panelists for his forthcoming book, How They Got There: Career Paths in Digital Design. Attendees will get free digital previews of the book.
When: Wednesday, April 23, 2014, 7pm–9pm
Where: Bumble and bumble Auditorium 415 West 13th Street, NYC
Price: $10 AIGA members, $30 general public

5/ Contemporary Art in Healthcare Environments
Look at how contemporary art is integrated into healthcare environments and the affect it has on patients and their families.
When: Wednesday, April 23, 2014, 7pm–9pm
Where: New York School of Interior Design, Satz Auditorium, 170 East 70th Street, NYC
Price: Free NYSID students, $10 students/seniors, $12 general public

6/ David Carson
David Carson was named as one of the 30 most influential designers by Apple Computers in January 2014, calling him, “a pioneer with profound impact.” David was also named as an AIGA Gold Medalist for 2014. Also this year, The Smithsonian Institute commissioned Carson calling him “one of Americas most important artists.” Come see David and some type stuff he’s been up too lately.
When: Wednesday, April 23, 2014, 6:30pm–8:30pm
Where: Type Directors Club, 347 West 36th Street #603, NYC
Price: $5 TDC members, $15 students, $20 general public

7/ NY Tech Day
A full-day event for the NY tech startup community.
When: Thursday, April 24, 2014
Where: Pier 92, NYC
Price: Free and open to the public

8/ From the Borscht Belt to Seinfeld: The Evolution of Jewish American Comedy
A panel discussion on how Jewish humor grew out of Yiddish culture, defined New York City’s character in the early 20th century, and filtered into our American culture, literature, art, film and television from the 1950′s to the present. Steven Heller, SVA Co-Chair MFA Designer as Author Program and New York Times Book Review columnist who will serve as moderator; panel includes Edward Portnoy, Ph.D, Yiddish language, literature and theater expert, Larry Storch, film and TV comedian, Drew Friedman, illustrator and author, Bill Persky, legendary TV sitcom writer, Tom Leopold, contemporary sketch comedy writer.
When: Thursday, April 24, 2014, 7pm–9pm
Where: Society of Illustrators, 128 East 63rd Street, NYC
Price: $10 SI members, $7 students/seniors, $15 general public

9/ Design and Identity between global types and local characters
Boris Kochan’s branding agency KOCHAN & PARTNER is engaged in many fields of typography. The GRANSHAN project explores, melts, translates, connects worlds of script, ways of communication, sign languages. With their focus on Non-Latin Typefaces, the GRANSHAN competition and conference are unique worldwide.
When: Thursday, April 24, 2014, 6:30pm–8:30pm
Where: Type Directors Club, 347 West 36th Street #603, NYC
Price: $5 TDC members, $15 students, $20 general public

10/ Gourmet Typography Workshop with Ilene Strizver
Gourmet Typography Training teaches the typographic skills and aesthetics rarely taught or fully understood by professionals. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned pro, this training will sharpen your eye and give you the practical skills that will visibly improve your type. Learn tips for more professional typography, as well as how to get the most out of your software (typographically speaking).
When: Friday, April 25, 2014, 8:30am–4pm
Where: Type Directors Club, 347 West 36th Street #603, NYC
Price: $275 TDC members, $350 general public