2009 Review: Ben Terrett

Date
24 December 2009

A number of people helped us in one way or another this year, but few more than designer Ben Terrett. We were duly flattered by his words about us back in September and to be recognised by such a talent was a real and unexpected honour. Here, he shares with us his best bits from 2009.

Ben’s image from 2009, “The image was taken on a windy day when a few good friends gathered on Blackheath to fly kites. We flew kites for hours. Experts, novices and children alike. Many laughs were had, many photos were taken. Amazing fun and gorgeous colours too.”

Mark out of 9 for 2009?

7. Moderate, becoming good in areas.

Best new discovery?

For 12 years I loved the Tube, then I cycled for a year and now I fucking hate it. Cycling around London is amazing. Quicker, cheaper and loads of fun.

Best idea?

Graphic design wise it was definitely this. Idea wise: this (although that’s not just my idea).

What were you doing this time last year?

About to fly to Portland for Thanksgiving which is exactly what I’m about to do now (Be answered these questions on 26 November). I was also working on this.

What broke? How did you fix it?

Early on I’d stopped getting up early. Now I get up earlier.

What piece of work really stood out for you?

This by Matt Jones, there were lots of these around this year but this one has an intelligence, an elegance and an optimism not seen elsewhere:

Favourite Book/Album/Film?

Book: This / Album: I really got into Springsteen this year, so I’ll say The River / Film: Public Enemies. I love Michael Mann.

Did you get Swine Flu?

Nope. I did the Swine Flu Skank

What are you going to miss about 2009 and what are you looking forward to in 2010?

Miss: I won’t know for a while. Fwd: Newspaper Club launching.

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Will Hudson

Will founded It’s Nice That in 2007 and is now director of the company. Once one of the main contributors to the site, he has stepped back from writing as the business has expanded to become The HudsonBec Group.

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