Book - Michael Schwab, Creating the Hero

Explore the work of local Bay Area designer Michael Schwab with this handsome collector’s volume.

A 50-year retrospective of the graphic art and design of Michael Schwab Studio, this large format book includes over 200 color plates revealing hand-drawn preliminary sketches and Polaroid photos of Schwab's models that are the basis of his work. Together, they open a window into Schwab’s studio and his world of heroic and iconic characters. Truly coffee table worthy.

About the Artist

Michael Schwab is based out of Marin, California. A celebrated visual artist, he has created award-winning logos and posters for a long list of partners, including the California State Parks, Peet’s Coffee, Nike, Amtrak, San Francisco Opera, and more.