David Carson - Biography, Age, Birthday, Chinese Zodiac & Facts
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David Carson

David Carson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 09, 1954
Age71
BirthplaceCorpus Christi, Texas, USA
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also David Carson's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForPioneering work in graphic design, especially for his experimental typography and art direction for Ray Gun magazine.

Intro

David Carson is an influential American graphic designer and art director, widely recognized for his innovative and unconventional approach to typography and magazine design, particularly in the 1990s. He is best known for challenging traditional design norms and for his work on magazines such as Ray Gun.

Early Life & Background

David Carson was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, and attended San Diego State University, originally studying sociology. He began his career as a high school teacher before moving into graphic design after taking a design workshop in the early 1980s.

Career Highlights

  • Art Director for Ray Gun magazine (1992–1995)
  • Revolutionized typographic design in the 1990s
  • Published influential books such as 'The End of Print'
  • Worked with major brands including Nike, Pepsi, and Microsoft

Trivia

  • David Carson is also a former professional surfer.
  • He did not receive formal graphic design training before his entry into the field.
  • Time magazine listed him as one of the most influential designers in America.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is David Carson?

David Carson is 71 years old.

When was David Carson born?

David Carson was born the 9 September 1954.

Where is David Carson from?

Corpus Christi, Texas, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About September 9th, 1954, in brief:

  • Historical events: On September 9, 1954, a 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Chlef Province in Algeria, then known as Orléansville. The disaster resulted in over 1,243 fatalities and approximately 5,000 injuries, with damages estimated at $6 million. The earthquake led to significant destruction in the region, including landslides and ground liquefaction.
  • Day of the week: September 9th, 1954 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Hold My Hand by Don Cornell
  • #1 UK song: Three Coins In The Fountain by Frank Sinatra
  • Popular movie: Rear Window directed by Alfred Hitchcock

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Carson_(graphic_designer)
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/David-Carson
  3. https://www.ted.com/speakers/david_carson