This post is just a friendly reminder that Chip Kidd will soon be appearing at the AIGA Minnesota 2012 DESIGN CAMP from October 5th to 7th. For more information please be sure to CLICK HERE! Also, always remember, if you ever want to know where Chip Kidd’s next Book Signing, Design Lecture or Speaking Engagement is then just be sure to visit the NEXT APPEARANCES page of this website ( TAB Button up above ).

Here’s a beautiful image that I thought would be fun to share. This is a photo from a Vogue Magazine fashion shoot where, by accident, they also feature the Book Cover for David Sedaris’ Novel, NAKED. Of course this Sexy Book Cover was designed by Chip Kidd. The Model’s name is Doutzen Kroes. Also, Thank you to Fashion Editor Elissa Santisi, who styled this “Summer Accessories” photo shoot.

In this Author History Lecture Video, recorded at the 92nd Street Y back in November, 2009, Martin Amis, Brian Boyd and Chip Kidd pay tribute to Vladimir Nabokov and read from his posthumous work, “The Original of Laura”. Biographer Brian Boyd begins with a presentation on the novel's place within Nabokov's canon; Martin Amis discusses Nabokov in relation to tragedy and the Holocaust; Chip Kidd discusses the design history of Nabokov's book covers from the past in reference to his own design of “The Original of Laura” Book Jacket ( shown up above ). A reading from Laura follows. Also, for more 92Y event information please visit: 92Y.org

Over at the VICE MAGAZINE Website a Reporter named Nick Gazin recently interviewed Chip Kidd about his latest Graphic Novel, Batman: Death By Design ( Published by DC Comics with Artwork by Dave Taylor ). This BATMAN book has been getting a lot of attention lately and Nick did an excellent interview. Seriously, the questions are pretty clever. To check it out it please CLICK HERE. Also, Please be sure to share, tweet, & spread the news of CHIPKIDD.COM on your favorite Social Networking Site ( Facebook, Twitter, etc…). You can click some of the SHARE Buttons down below, OR use the ones located at the top-right side-bar of this page. Thanks!

Chip Kidd recently gave a talk at the GRID Summit in Stockholm, Sweden. The title for his speech was “Failing better” and it revolves around the idea of getting past tough moments in the creative process. The lecture is also about “Book Cover Design”. GRID is a yearly two-day event where speakers and storytellers share courageous ideas with passionate people from across the Design World. Much more than your average media conference, every participant plays an active part in making GRID what it is - a unique experience filled with exciting ideas and inspiring encounters. Here’s what Chip had to say:

Michael Uslan came by Chip Kidd’s apartment recently. You know they probably geeked-out over “all things Batman”. Here’s what Chip had to say:

“I had the pleasure last night of hosting one my heroes for drinks, legendary Batman movie producer and comic book writer Michael Uslan. I have known him for years and he is one of the brightest and most articulate guys I know, especially about comics and their history. His memoir, “The Boy Who Loved Batman”, is a must-read for fans of the genre.” C.K.

Here’s a fun photo we wanted to share real quick. On a recent trip to Los Angeles, California Chip Kidd got to meet Movie Director, Screenwriter, TV Producer, etc… J. J. Abrams! Hey, is that the American Poet J. D. McClatchy in the background?

Design Camp has been an annual event since 1980 & usually appears in late September/early October at a lodge in northern Minnesota. Design Camp sets the standard for regional design conferences. Its atypical three-day structure mixes indoor and outdoor activities with both educational and social events.

Featured keynote speakers set the tone for camp, and small-group workshops and creative sessions follow these presentations. Attendees (referred to as "campers") stay in lakefront cabins and condos, then meet in the main lodge for events and meals. For more information click here to visit the main AIGA MINNESOTA DESIGN CAMP 2012 Website, DESIGN CAMP FACEBOOK Event Page and the Official DESIGN CAMP FACEBOOK Page.

This year’s line-up of all star speakers include:

Chip Kidd
The Heads of State
Paula Scher
Eric Madsen
Simon Collison

Fans of the Designer Chip Kidd know he is famous for creating, among other things, the Jurassic Park Book Cover that eventually became the logo for the movie. Yes, we all love the famous Dinosaur silhouette that has graced many film tie-in products. Well, here are a few parodies of that logo we thought we would share and it’s crazy how much variety there is!

Oh yeah, this last photo is not really a “parody” picture but it’s an actual real-life tattoo that somebody got…WOW!

HUMANS INVENT, a website set in the UK who’s main focus is Innovation, Craftsmanship, & Design; recently published a very interesting article on Chip Kidd. The interview was conducted by Reporter Leo Kent. He & Chip discuss important matters concerning the design of a book’s cover. How important is it to selling a book? Plus, what are some of the Graphic Design ideas to think about when creating a Book Jacket? Overall a very excellent discussion, Thanks Leo and Thank you Humans Invent! Readers, to view the full-story please CLICK HERE!