“I think we've come to
a point where print is the
preferred medium for quality
or distinctive work.”
Is there anything you would do differently should
you be given a chance to restart this venture? What
would that be?
The financial insecurity when starting a business is
really hard, so I have been very focused on keeping costs to
a minimum from the start. I was lucky in that I had some
great friends who helped with advice and skills. I suppose I
would have spent less time building up the social media side
of the business early on. I think that side of things is pretty
overrated and extremely distracting.
Belgrade Modernist Map
In this age of digital maps and GPS, what pushed you
to make the decision to create printed maps? What are
the advantages of maps in print?
I'm comfortable publishing in print and digital, but
I think we've come to a point where print is the preferred
medium for quality or distinctive work. Digital lacks
longevity, and that is unappealing when you are putting a lot
of effort and care into something.
What can we look forward to from Blue Crow Media?
The second title in the transit design series will be out
soon, Moscow Metro Architecture & Design Map. I'm
particularly excited about that one. And I have four North
American maps out next year, including Chicago, Toronto,
another New York map, and others. Plenty to come!
Go on architectural treasure hunt and view the rest of Blue Crow Media's map portfolio at bluecrowmedia.com
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