Irma Boom
Dutch graphic designer · Netherlands · On the map · Born 1960 · age 65
Irma Boom is a Dutch graphic designer who specializes in bookmaking. Boom has been described as the "Queen of Books," having created over 500 books and is well reputed for her artistic autonomy within her field.
Irma Boom is read about 25 times a day, in 8 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 20 June 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.
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2014Johannes Vermeer AwardAward2013Dutch Design Award 'Communication'Award2012Amsterdam Prize of the ArtsAward2001Gutenberg PrizeAward1960Born15 December 1960
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About this person
Her bold experimental approach to her projects often challenges the convention of traditional books in both physical design and printed content.
Country
Netherlands
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1960 · age 65