Introducing Taillefer Long
Westphalia Press has grown exponentially. A great deal of our success
comes from our dedicated team. One of the key components is Taillefer
Long who serves as the Art Director. We asked him to discuss his
background and artistic process in order to offer a behind the scenes
glimpse of Westphalia Press:
Over the years, I have worked as an editorial cartoonist, illustrator,
fine artist, writer, translator, and graphic designer with the goal of
acquiring as many tools as possible to effectively communicate ideas.
Raised by expats in Italy and France, I learned from an early age the
importance of expressing and translating the nuances of language in
different contexts. To me, images are like words, unspoken yet often
louder, that make up the visual language of design.
In my work, I try to integrate images and design as seamlessly as
possible within the contexts provided by authors, to enhance both the
visual experience and support the messages being conveyed.
Westphalia Press has allowed me to create designs for a growing
collection of fascinating books, journals, and talented authors—while
establishing a brand for a relatively new but thriving publishing house.
Design, like publishing, takes courage, dedication, and a collaborative
approach, which are core elements that I aspire to professionally, and
which are integral to the Westphalia Press experience.
To view samples of work by Taillefer Long:
illuminatedstories.com
facebook.com/BringYourStoryToLife
tailleferlong.com
To contact: [email protected]
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