DC: Collecting the Multiverse - The Art of Sideshow

“Sideshow presents the DC: Collecting the Multiverse- The Art of Sideshow deluxe hardcover book, written by Andrew Farago with a foreword by Kevin Conroy. Delve into Sideshow’s epic roster of DC Comics figures and sculptures with this deluxe book, which features insights from legendary artists and eye-popping photography. In this deluxe 296-page book, key artists tell the story behind each extraordinary piece, revealing the design decisions and expert planning, sculpting, painting, fabrication, and more required to make the DC Universe- from comics, film, television, video games, and beyond- into a reality. Packed with exclusive concept art and dynamic photography, this book lets you rediscover your favorite characters like never before. Offering an entirely unique experience of the DC Universe, this book is the ultimate tribute to Sideshow’s incredible collection of DC figures and statues.” —Sideshow.com

I was tasked to lead and manage the conceptualization, development and creation of DC: Collecting the Multiverse - The Art of Sideshow. Working closely with the author, I arranged and directed interviews with all the creative talent featured in the book. I was also tasked in creating the outline and organizing all the products and the various formats into a cohesive and chronologic order. I was the lead in the Graphic Design department helping to create the visual look and feel of the book, selecting type, Pantone colors and layout templates to ensure a uniform and cohesive design workflow. Collaborating with the other Graphic Designers in my department, we then each took a section of the book and designed layouts and special features celebrating expansive collection of Star Wars figures produced by Sideshow. I was responsible for selecting photos, editing, color correcting and retouching the images used. I was also tasked with managing the production of the publication, overseeing color proofs, samples and file prep for pre-production.

Featured Designs/Andrew McBride
Photography/Sideshow Photo Dept.