Birth of the Cool, CC Magazine, Summer 2017
About the entry
This CC Magazine cover is a painting by Barkley L. Hendricks, a late professor emeritus of studio art.
From the Judges' Report
This was a unanimous choice amongst the judges not only for it’s edgy use of a typically unpopular color, but also for its overall composition. Every element on this cover works together. Connecticut College masterfully creates a visual hierarchy that is captivating, engaging and demands that every passerby keeps reading.