Middlecott Sketchbattle Detroit 2023

The 2023 Middlecott Sketchbattle took place on Sept. 14 in Michigan Central’s Newlab in Detroit. The event, sometimes called the “Fight Club of Design” is a bi-annual gathering based in Detroit that offers young automotive designers networking opportunities with industry experts and provides them with a platform to showcase their skills and creativity. With prizes and industry recognition, participants were able to elevate their careers and gain exposure. This year’s theme was crafting the ultimate muscle car. // Photographs by Patrick Gloria