Tackling Bad Design
Format
Senior Art and Design Exhibition
Faculty Mentor Name
Marie Lee
Faculty Mentor Department
Graphic Design
Abstract/Artist Statement
Graphic design is a powerful tool that many people often take for granted. The problem, nowadays, is that there is significantly more bad design than good design. Anyone with a computer and design programs thinks they are a Graphic Designer, but design is not just about making things look nice on the page. It is a way of conveying messages and projecting ideas through images and text. An education in graphic design is crucial. To me, design is ultimately about delivering something visually appealing that targets an audience and for the client to enjoy the designs they are being delivered. My goal is to tackle these notions of bad design in order to create visually aesthetic pieces that maintain functionality while creating strong visual impact. Through the use of the elements and principles of design: color, shape, texture, space, form, unity/harmony, balance, hierarchy, emphasis, and similarity/contrast designers I can ensure good design within my work.
Location
Reynolds Art Gallery
Start Date
20-4-2015 6:00 PM
End Date
9-5-2015 8:00 PM
Tackling Bad Design
Reynolds Art Gallery
Graphic design is a powerful tool that many people often take for granted. The problem, nowadays, is that there is significantly more bad design than good design. Anyone with a computer and design programs thinks they are a Graphic Designer, but design is not just about making things look nice on the page. It is a way of conveying messages and projecting ideas through images and text. An education in graphic design is crucial. To me, design is ultimately about delivering something visually appealing that targets an audience and for the client to enjoy the designs they are being delivered. My goal is to tackle these notions of bad design in order to create visually aesthetic pieces that maintain functionality while creating strong visual impact. Through the use of the elements and principles of design: color, shape, texture, space, form, unity/harmony, balance, hierarchy, emphasis, and similarity/contrast designers I can ensure good design within my work.