Art Direction/Editorial Design

Trading Post is a concept magazine created to connect the ideas of craft and commerce. The magazine centers on profiles of notable and celebrated craftspeople and the stories that surround them.

The editorial direction centers on a strict grid structure and a simple color palette to allow the content to be the center focus. The design strives for a simplicity with a focus on organization over ornamentation.

Web Design

A web component was also designed to take the magazine's content online. The site is based on a strict grid design and is focused on providing a clean layout with quick access to the various departments and features.