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Find Where the Wind Goes
Project type
Book Design & Production
Date
February 23, 2021
Location
Houston, TX
Find Where the Wind Goes: Deluxe Color Edition
Book Design & Production | Autobiography
A premium redesign of Dr. Mae Jemison's inspiring autobiography, commemorating the journey of the first African American woman in space. This deluxe color edition transforms the original memoir into a visually rich collector's piece that honors Dr. Jemison's groundbreaking achievements as an astronaut, physician, engineer, and educator.
Role: Producer, Art Director & Designer
• Full production management from concept through distribution
• Publisher and vendor coordination
• Complete interior layout and design system development
• Cover design and finishing specification
• Image sourcing, rights management, and color correction
• Print production oversight and quality control
Technical Specifications:
• Format: 6" × 9" hardcover, 320+ pages
• Interior Layout: Multi-column grid system with custom typography hierarchy
• Color Integration: Full-color signature sections with CMYK color-corrected archival photography
• Typography: Carefully selected typeface pairing for optimal readability across body text, pull quotes, and captions
• Print Production: Premium paper stock selection for both color and black-and-white sections
• Cover Design: Custom hardcover with specialized finishing techniques
• File Preparation: Press-ready PDFs with proper bleeds, color profiles, and pre-flight checking
Design Solutions:
• Developed flexible layout templates to accommodate varying text and image densities
• Created visual rhythm through strategic placement of photography, pull quotes, and chapter breaks
• Established typographic system that honors the narrative voice while maintaining accessibility
• Balanced historical archival imagery with contemporary design aesthetics
• Coordinated color palette that reflects both NASA heritage and Dr. Jemison's personal journey
About the Book: Dr. Mae Jemison's memoir chronicles her path from childhood curiosity to NASA mission specialist, blending adventure, humor, and hard-won wisdom. Publisher's Weekly praised the original edition's writing that "sings" in this "inspiring autobiography."
Released February 23, 2021
