Dorothy Waugh was a British graphic designer active in the mid-20th century, best known for her work in public information and poster design.

Her bold compositions,... View More

Dorothy Waugh was a British graphic designer active in the mid-20th century, best known for her work in public information and poster design.

Her bold compositions, stylized illustrations, and modernist approach reflected the emerging visual language of British design in the interwar and postwar periods.

Often commissioned by government agencies and public services, Waugh's posters combined aesthetic clarity with educational purpose—helping shape visual communication standards for public awareness campaigns.