Mirko Ilic

About the Author

Mirko Ilic is a renowned graphic designer, illustrator, and educator whose work bridges the worlds of visual art and social commentary. Born in Zagreb, Croatia, and now based in New York City, Ilic has collaborated with major publications such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, and Time magazine, creating bold graphics that challenge conventions and provoke thought. As a professor at the School of Visual Arts, he inspires the next generation of designers to harness creativity for advocacy. His book, The Design of Dissent, Expanded Edition: Greed, Nationalism, Alternative Facts, and the Resistance, exemplifies his commitment to using design as a tool for resistance against oppression and misinformation, blending sharp aesthetics with incisive critique to illuminate pressing global issues.