All Access takes a "before they were stars" look at twenty-five giants in the graphic design industry by juxtaposing an edited selection of "the stars' greatest hits" with their "pre-fame" work. Author Stefan Bucher showcases their visual history, the first pieces that made them stars, their transitional work and the eventual breakthrough pieces that caused their names to be known around the world. Insightful text exploring mentors, education and eureka moments complements this visual timeline illustrating the journey from struggling novice to master designer. In addition to the twenty-five giants, Bucher also profiles twenty of the most exciting upcoming design stars from around the globe. As with the masters, Bucher explores their road to early success and showcases the groundbreaking and inspiring work that is currently lifting these young designers into the spotlight.
Stefan G. Bucher is the man behind 344design.com, and dailymonster.com. He is the author of the books '100 Days of Monsters,' "All Access - The Making of Thirty Extraordinary Graphic Designers,' 'The Graphic Eye,' and the new 'You Deserve A Medal - Honors on the Path to True Love.' He has created designs for Sting, David Hockney, and director Tarsem, and works with a whole roster of creatively ambitious clients.
British Design & Art Direction has honored him with a Yellow Pencil for 'Most Outstanding Complete Book Design,' and in 2004 the Art Directors Club of New York declared him a Young Gun. His time-lapse drawings currently appear on the rebooted classic TV show 'Electric Company' on PBS.
