Footnote magazine, nos. 1 and 2

Footnote is an independent print journal exploring creative response and exchange. Each issue begins with a central text, from which a diverse group of artists, photographers and writers are invited to respond. The result is a layered, collaborative body of work that moves between disciplines, perspectives and interpretations.

The design is shaped by the visual language of footnotes themselves, drawing on their symbols, structures and conventions. A more technical tone runs through the magazine, with markers, references and typographic elements abstracted and reworked into layered compositions. This creates a system that is both functional and expressive, capable of carrying a wide range of content while maintaining a distinct and recognisable identity. Pacing plays a key role, with denser, more complex moments offset by quieter sections. Physically, Footnote is produced as a large-format object, with an emphasis on paper, scale and detail. The publication is designed to be held, kept and revisited, reinforcing its role as a considered alternative to more disposable forms of publishing.