This is my Final copy of a NY-Times Op-Ed illustration completed for my Digital Media studio class. The illustration is supposed to touch on the fact that many people are distracted by celebrities’ lives which can divert themselves from the responsibilities of coping with harsh reality. Had to be Black&White, done in AI CS4. -Mikellis

Assignment Info:
The New York Times is internationally renowned for its journalistic integrity and in depth reporting style. The Opinions section or OP-ED page (as it is known) has showcased the talents of many conceptual illustrators interpreting a variety of current events editorials and letters to the editor in a succinct and graphically bold manner. Originally assigned one day before publication, the 4 to 5 hour deadline is considered one of the most challenging assignments an illustrator will face in their editorial career.