Touch, Fireworks, Logo

Studio 360 | Aug 5, 2011

Kurt Andersen looks at the widening gap between literary acclaim and commercial success, graphic designer Michael Bierut explains why corporate logos mean so much — and so little, and we honor Independence Day with our own fireworks display. Kurt and choreographer David Dorfman explore the power of touch in art — for tango dancers, blind sculptors, and classical guitarist Christopher Parkening.

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