If a picture is worth a thousand words, then D.W. Pine, Time’s creative director of 26 years who recently published his thousandth cover, certainly has a lot to say.

Responsible for TIME magazine’s iconic covers, D.W. Pine explores his creative process and shares insights on how to cut through the noise and make an impact.

Meanwhile, Time’s February cover, which placed Elon Musk behind the Resolute Desk, used more overt symbolism since the magazine “didn’t have to say a lot.” Pine stressed that the simple ...

Meanwhile, Time’s February cover, which placed Elon Musk behind the Resolute Desk, used more overt symbolism since the magazine “didn’t have to say a lot.” Pine stressed that the simple ...