Michael Worthington

Michael Worthington is a prominent graphic designer and educator, serving as a faculty member in the Program in Graphic Design at the California Institute of the Arts. He is the founding partner of Counterspace, a Los Angeles-based graphic design studio that specializes in editorial and identity projects for cultural clients. His notable book designs include A New Sculpturalism, Made in L.A. 2012, and More Real, along with catalogues for renowned artists such as Mark Bradford and Amanda Ross-Ho. Worthington's work has been exhibited internationally across countries including Belgium, Italy, and Japan, and he has lectured extensively throughout the world. He has also contributed to various design publications, including Eye and Print, and curated design exhibitions such as "Two Lines Align" at REDCAT. With a career dedicated to exploring the intersections of graphic design and cultural narratives, Worthington continues to influence the field through both his creative practice and his commitment to education, having taught at CalArts since 1995.