Interview with a Book Designer

My informational interview was with Joe Macri, a graphic designer at Cavendish Square Publishing. I asked him how he started his career path and he told me that he started freelance graphic design before he graduated. He started in T-Shirt design, and eventually...

Ink Impressions

My internship at the WNY Book Arts Center is soon coming to a close, but it has been one of the best experiences I could have ever hoped to have during my time at Canisius. When I first walked in on my first day, I was nervous, unsure, yet excited at what would be to...

A Conversation with Chris

I recently had the opportunity to speak with and interview Chris Fritton, Studio Director of the WNY Book Arts Center. The following is a Q&A from the informative conversation: Bethany: What are your main responsibilities as the printing studio director? Chris:...

First Day Jitters

The first day jitters are always common when approaching a new experience.  On the first day of my internship at Abbey Mecca and Company, I was a little more excited than nervous.  I was excited to be part of a new team and be in the field of design. However, I prayed...

Life as a WNYBAC Intern

I was really excited to start my internship at the Western New York Book Arts Center (WNYBAC). However, when I started last week, I wasn’t exactly sure what I would be doing besides letterpress. I am learning letterpress printing, but also almost everything that...