A Quote by Michael Bierut

I've heard some designers talk about the design process being centred on invention, starting with a blank slate. I admire that and occasionally I'm capable of that, but I have to admit that I really have trouble working with completely open briefs.

Michael Bierut

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Michael Bierut
Graphic Designer
Born: 1957

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