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Hot off the Presses! The official poster for PechaKucha Austin 41, printed by @industryprintshop, will be given away to all attendees this Thursday, May 7th at the new Austin History Center at 800 Guadalupe St downtown. Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8:20pm. The event is free and open to the public but RSVPs are required in advance. Go to DesignAustin.org to reserve your spot and to see the stellar lineup of ten creative presenters. This edition of @pechakuchaatx is brought to you by @design.austin @austinhistorycenter and @pentagramdesign. @davianlynn led the design team on the poster for Pentagram Austin.

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

In January of 2025, @nbcsnl creator Lorne Michaels donated his extensive personal collection to the @ransomcenter (HRC) at the suggestion of his friend Robert De Niro, who had previously gifted his collection to the Texas-based archive. Shortly after, @djpentagram and the Pentagram Austin team, who had just completed a successful rebrand of the HRC, were tapped to develop the brand identity for a major exhibition of the recently gifted collection titled ‘Live from New York.’ Additionally, the team collaborated with guest curator Steve Wilson and his colleagues at the HRC to help shape the exhibition visitor’s experience.

Key moments from SNL’s history were highlighted in the exhibition, especially its role in reflecting and shaping societal discourse on politics, culture, and identity. The collection includes sketches, behind-the-scenes photos, annotated scripts, and rare materials and props including Will Ferrell’s “More” Cowbell, the actual “Dick in a Box” box, discarded cue cards and the torn-up photograph of the Pope shredded by Sinéad O’Connor at the end of her infamous SNL performance.

The exhibition also displays original costumes worn by memorable SNL characters like The Wild and Crazy Guys (Steve Martin and Dan Aykroyd), The Church Lady (Dana Carvey), Matt Foley (Chris Farley) and Trump’s blonde wig worn by Alec Baldwin.

For over half of Saturday Night Live’s 50 years of existence, the show’s openers, designed and produced by @emilyoberman and team, have featured the SNL cast running around downtown Manhattan bathed in the glow of the neon lights of the city. Over time, the jazzy music and colorful, quick-cut cinematography of the SNL openers have become a recognizable part of the show’s unique visual brand. By analyzing the distinctive neon haze of the opening sequences, the design team developed a custom palette of neon-like colors, and spot-lit gradations, for the exhibition that were used for digital promotions, print collateral, banners and throughout the gallery space.

Check out the full case study via the link in our bio!

Project team: @djpentagram @cponeill_

ARE YOU READY TO PECHAKUCHA?!! PechaKucha Austin 41 is right around the corner. This installment will be the evening of Thursday, May 7th at the new @austinhistorycenter, next door to the former Austin History Center, in the beautifully refurbished John Henry Faulk Building located downtown at 800 Guadalupe Street. Doors open at 7PM and the program begins at 8:20PM. @pechakuchaatx is presented in collaboration with The Austin History Center, Design Austin and Pentagram Austin.

As always, PechaKucha Austin is free and open to the public but RSVPs are required in advance. Reserve your spot at @design.austin. The custom, screen-printed poster above, designed by @davianlynn for @pentagramdesign Austin, will be given away to all attendees. Our Presenters have hit the streets!

PECHAKUCHA 41
Lineup and Presentation Order

1. Jennifer Chenoweth–AHC Manager
2. Stephanie and Ryan Lemmo–Architects
3. Ian Searcy–Editorial Designer
4. Will van Overbeek–Photographer
5. Michael Barnes–Historian

BREAK

6. Emily Schexnayder–Entrepreneur
7. Alan Lazarus–Restaurateur
8. Angelique Ferrao–Painter
9. Jim Franklin–Poster Artist /Cartoonist
10. Miles Zuniga–Musician

This powerful opener treatment for a feature story about energy law in the Winter 2026 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. The medal winners will be announced at a swanky Manhattan Awards event in June. @davianlynn led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin.

This powerful opener treatment for a feature story about energy law in the Winter 2026 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. The medal winners will be announced at a swanky Manhattan Awards event in June. @davianlynn led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin.

This powerful opener treatment for a feature story about energy law in the Winter 2026 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. The medal winners will be announced at a swanky Manhattan Awards event in June. @davianlynn led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin.

This opener treatment in the Fall 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. The story about the laws impacting Blockchainand the internet is accompanied by a masterful illustration by @bratislavm. @davianlynn led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. SPD will announce the medal winners at a swanky Manhattan party in June.

This opener treatment in the Fall 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. The story about the laws impacting Blockchainand the internet is accompanied by a masterful illustration by @bratislavm. @davianlynn led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. SPD will announce the medal winners at a swanky Manhattan party in June.

This opener treatment in the Fall 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. The story about the laws impacting Blockchainand the internet is accompanied by a masterful illustration by @bratislavm. @davianlynn led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. SPD will announce the medal winners at a swanky Manhattan party in June.

The opener for this spacey feature in @txamfoundation Maroon magazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. Illustrations by @mikemcquade. Medal winners will be announced at the SPD Awards event in June.

McQuade’s collage illustrations are so good they’re in another universe! @dmejiaochoa led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin.

The opener for this spacey feature in @txamfoundation Maroon magazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. Illustrations by @mikemcquade. Medal winners will be announced at the SPD Awards event in June.

McQuade’s collage illustrations are so good they’re in another universe! @dmejiaochoa led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin.

The opener for this spacey feature in @txamfoundation Maroon magazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. Illustrations by @mikemcquade. Medal winners will be announced at the SPD Awards event in June.

McQuade’s collage illustrations are so good they’re in another universe! @dmejiaochoa led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin.

The opener for this spacey feature in @txamfoundation Maroon magazine is an @spdesigners SPD 61 Medal Finalist. Illustrations by @mikemcquade. Medal winners will be announced at the SPD Awards event in June.

McQuade’s collage illustrations are so good they’re in another universe! @dmejiaochoa led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

Ties that Bind. This beautiful, multi-page story treatment in the Spring 2025 edition of @texaslawmagazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. In addition to designing the feature, @davianlynn researched and photographed the memorabilia, illustrated the collage for the opener, and composed the assemblage on the last spread. This piece is one of seven @spdesigners Medal Finalists for the mighty @pentagramdesign Austin. Medal Winners will be announced at an awards event in NYC this June.

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

On the occasion of Earth Day, I’m proud to report that this lovely, multi-page feature treatment about trees for the Summer 2025 edition of the @universityofutah Magazine is an SPD 61 Medal Finalist. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the issue for @pentagramdesign Austin. Illustrations by @irenelaschi

My illustrations for LMU magazine for a story about Nazi Germany’s treatment of artists have been selected for this year’s American Illustration annual book and exhibition. Thanks to the art directors on the project at @pentagramdesign in Austin, DJ Stout @djpentagram and Delta Murphy, the jury, @maureenpacino and @american_illustration_winners

My illustrations for LMU magazine for a story about Nazi Germany’s treatment of artists have been selected for this year’s American Illustration annual book and exhibition. Thanks to the art directors on the project at @pentagramdesign in Austin, DJ Stout @djpentagram and Delta Murphy, the jury, @maureenpacino and @american_illustration_winners

Front cover of the catalog we designed and produced for the @balbusso_twins to accompany their solo exhibition at the @soi128 in New York City. The show opens on April 15 and runs through July 11th. I’ve been working with Anna and Elena for over 20 years so it was an honor to support this major milestone for the sisters. Thanks to @davianlynn @pentagramdesign Austin for his stellar publication design contribution to the project. The book features 130 masterworks by the dynamic duo. On April 14th I’ll have a conversation with the Twins on stage at the international Bologna Children’s Book Fair @bolognachildrensbookfair in Bologna, Italy, of course.

I’ve been commissioning the fabulous illustrator duo the @balbusso_twins for over 20 years, which means I started working with them a few years after the sisters started their award-winningpartnership. The Balbussos are being honored with a 2-woman show opening at the Society of Illustrators in New York this month (4/14–7/11) and Pentagram Austin designed and produced the official catalog for the exhibition. @davianlynn led the design team on the catalog design for @pentagramdesign Austin.

Last Friday evening I was honored to accept the prestigious Hamilton King Award on Anna and Elena’s behalf at the Society’s annual awards show and on Tuesday (4/14) I will be on a panel, moderated by @sguarnaccia, talking with the Balbusso Sisters at the @bolognachildrensbookfair in conjunction with their pop-up exhibition at the festival.

The Balbusso’s Bologna pop-up is sponsored by @soi128 and on Monday (4/13) I’ll be on a panel with the Society’s Executive Director @arabelleliepold and her colleague @stevencompton talking about the 125 year history of the Society of Illustrators, its prestigious Annual of Illustration, and the redesign of the Annual Pentagram Austin did back in 2010. The Society still uses that original design today.

I’ve been commissioning the fabulous illustrator duo the @balbusso_twins for over 20 years, which means I started working with them a few years after the sisters started their award-winningpartnership. The Balbussos are being honored with a 2-woman show opening at the Society of Illustrators in New York this month (4/14–7/11) and Pentagram Austin designed and produced the official catalog for the exhibition. @davianlynn led the design team on the catalog design for @pentagramdesign Austin.

Last Friday evening I was honored to accept the prestigious Hamilton King Award on Anna and Elena’s behalf at the Society’s annual awards show and on Tuesday (4/14) I will be on a panel, moderated by @sguarnaccia, talking with the Balbusso Sisters at the @bolognachildrensbookfair in conjunction with their pop-up exhibition at the festival.

The Balbusso’s Bologna pop-up is sponsored by @soi128 and on Monday (4/13) I’ll be on a panel with the Society’s Executive Director @arabelleliepold and her colleague @stevencompton talking about the 125 year history of the Society of Illustrators, its prestigious Annual of Illustration, and the redesign of the Annual Pentagram Austin did back in 2010. The Society still uses that original design today.

I’ve been commissioning the fabulous illustrator duo the @balbusso_twins for over 20 years, which means I started working with them a few years after the sisters started their award-winningpartnership. The Balbussos are being honored with a 2-woman show opening at the Society of Illustrators in New York this month (4/14–7/11) and Pentagram Austin designed and produced the official catalog for the exhibition. @davianlynn led the design team on the catalog design for @pentagramdesign Austin.

Last Friday evening I was honored to accept the prestigious Hamilton King Award on Anna and Elena’s behalf at the Society’s annual awards show and on Tuesday (4/14) I will be on a panel, moderated by @sguarnaccia, talking with the Balbusso Sisters at the @bolognachildrensbookfair in conjunction with their pop-up exhibition at the festival.

The Balbusso’s Bologna pop-up is sponsored by @soi128 and on Monday (4/13) I’ll be on a panel with the Society’s Executive Director @arabelleliepold and her colleague @stevencompton talking about the 125 year history of the Society of Illustrators, its prestigious Annual of Illustration, and the redesign of the Annual Pentagram Austin did back in 2010. The Society still uses that original design today.

Just got word that our cover designs for the “Oregon Stater” and “Maroon” magazines are SPD 61 Medal Finalists. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the @oregonstate “Super Fans” cover for @pentagramdesign Austin, and the Maroon cover,illustrated by @mikemcquade, was designed by @dmejiaochoa. The opening spread treatment for the “Worlds Beyond Aggieland” cover feature is also an SPD 61 Medal contender. The @spdesigners medal winners will be revealed in New York City on June 11th.

Just got word that our cover designs for the “Oregon Stater” and “Maroon” magazines are SPD 61 Medal Finalists. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the @oregonstate “Super Fans” cover for @pentagramdesign Austin, and the Maroon cover,illustrated by @mikemcquade, was designed by @dmejiaochoa. The opening spread treatment for the “Worlds Beyond Aggieland” cover feature is also an SPD 61 Medal contender. The @spdesigners medal winners will be revealed in New York City on June 11th.

Just got word that our cover designs for the “Oregon Stater” and “Maroon” magazines are SPD 61 Medal Finalists. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the @oregonstate “Super Fans” cover for @pentagramdesign Austin, and the Maroon cover,illustrated by @mikemcquade, was designed by @dmejiaochoa. The opening spread treatment for the “Worlds Beyond Aggieland” cover feature is also an SPD 61 Medal contender. The @spdesigners medal winners will be revealed in New York City on June 11th.

Just got word that our cover designs for the “Oregon Stater” and “Maroon” magazines are SPD 61 Medal Finalists. @beckyplantstrees led the design team on the @oregonstate “Super Fans” cover for @pentagramdesign Austin, and the Maroon cover,illustrated by @mikemcquade, was designed by @dmejiaochoa. The opening spread treatment for the “Worlds Beyond Aggieland” cover feature is also an SPD 61 Medal contender. The @spdesigners medal winners will be revealed in New York City on June 11th.