Photo on film by Tim Park
Recognition / Awards:
AIGA 50 Books / 50 Covers: 2016
New York Book Show: 2018, 2019, and 2020
AUP: 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023
Graphis 2020 (honorable mention)
Bridgeman Images Cover Design Award: 2017
BPAA Book Cover Design recognition: 2022
Derek’s favorite things!
Guitar: ESP Eclipse
Band: Architects (UK)
Food: Any Asian Noodle dish
Dessert: Dutch Apple Pie
Print Special: Neon Pantone
Color: Black
Derek Thornton:
Lead Design / Owner
My love for design started with a love for art, a passion that quickly developed into design, illustration, and writing music. I’ve always had a passion for print design most of all. There’s just something about designing a piece that doesn’t stay on a screen, but also becomes something you can touch and feel. What drives me most are new ideas, and the art of making something out of nothing.
I love spending time my three kids. If I’m not with them you will probably find me playing progressive metal.
541-233-5292
Notch Design / Derek Thornton
915 SW Rimrock Way
Ste 201 - 269
Redmond, Oregon 97756