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AIGA Medal
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Elaine Lustig Cohen
1927-03-06 – 2016-10-04
Life & Legacy
Elaine Lustig Cohen (née Firstenberg; March 6, 1927 – October 4, 2016) was an American graphic designer, artist, rare-book dealer, and art collector. She is best known for her work as a graphic designer during the 1950s and 60s, having created over 150 designs for book covers and museum catalogs. Her work has played a significant role in the evolution of American modernist graphic design and typography, taking influence from European avant-garde. Lustig Cohen later continued her career as a fine artist working in a variety of media. In 2011, she was named an AIGA Medalist for her achievements in graphic design.
Occupation & Career
artist, draftsperson, graphic designer
Education
Tulane University; USC Roski School of Fine Arts
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
AIGA Medal
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
AIGA Medal
Education & Institutions
Tulane University · USC Roski School of Fine Arts
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Family Spouse
Alvin Lustig
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