Abstract: The Art of Design S01E07 · Platon: Photography

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Platon’s fearless portraits capture the souls of world leaders and ordinary people. A shoot with Gen. Colin Powell provides a window into his process.

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1. 1 1. Christoph Niemann: Illustration2017-02-10 · 47mFrom New Yorker covers to Instagram sketches, illustrator Christoph Niemann plays with abstraction and interactivity -- and questions authenticity.
2. 2 2. Tinker Hatfield: Footwear Design2017-02-10 · 42mTinker Hatfield's background in architecture and athletics sparked his game-changing shoe designs for Nike, including the iconic Air Jordan series.
3. 3 3. Es Devlin: Stage Design2017-02-10 · 43mStage designer Es Devlin crafts evocative sets for concerts, operas, plays and runway shows using light, film, sculpture -- and even rain.
4. 4 4. Bjarke Ingels: Architecture2017-02-10 · 45mArchitect Bjarke Ingels unites function, fantasy and sustainability in “pragmatic utopian” designs like a clean power plant topped with a ski slope.
5. 5 5. Ralph Gilles: Automotive Design2017-02-10 · 48mAs Fiat Chrysler’s global head of design, Ralph Gilles steers the brand into the future with sleek new sports cars and a self-driving electric van.
6. 6 6. Paula Scher: Graphic Design2017-02-10 · 41mGraphic designer Paula Scher paints with words, developing the visual language of iconic brands and institutions around the world.
7. 7 7. Platon: Photography2017-02-10 · 44mPlaton’s fearless portraits capture the souls of world leaders and ordinary people. A shoot with Gen. Colin Powell provides a window into his process.
8. 8 8. Ilse Crawford: Interior Design2017-02-10 · 42mInterior designer Ilse Crawford creates spaces and objects that engage the senses and promote well-being, from high-end hotels to Ikea furniture.