Far away from Home - Photobook

Graphic Design, Editorial

2025

Client: Mike Gray
Year: 2022 - 2025
Role: Art Direction · Editorial Design · Print Production

Art direction and editorial design for a debut photobook developed over 3 years (2022–2025). Led the project from conceptual framing to final print, directing image selection, sequencing, pacing, and material strategy. The publication features 275 photographs across 280 pages, refined through 30+ sequencing iterations and 20+ collaborative reviews with the artist.

Directed the creation of a fully custom book object, including non-standard format, tactile pacing, and material experimentation. Tested 5 paper stocks to preserve film characteristics, resulting in a linen-bound cover with foil-embossed title emphasizing permanence and archival value.

Oversaw production of a 1,000+ copy digital print run, coordinating artist input, production management, and print technicians to deliver custom specifications. This project demonstrates long-form narrative direction, material sensitivity, and sustained cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Watch the Youtube video about this project here.