Oberlin Alumni Magazine's Spring 2018 Cover
From the Nominator
The spring 2018 issue of the Oberlin Alumni Magazine features a self-portrait by comics artist, memoirist, and Oberlin graduate Alison Bechdel. Bechdel also drew the magazine's masthead and generously lent us her personal font for the remaining cover text.
From the Judges
A sampling of the praise from judges: “Striking, consistent, playful.” “A surprising solution and a brave choice.” “Professionally executed, top to bottom.” “Stands out in a very crowded category.” The judges also appreciated the detail on the back. They also felt that this cover gave readers a sense of the culture of the school, which is a tremendous challenge.