Having enjoyed working with a graphic designer, I decided to explore what it would be like to be one. In 2013, I began a series of graphic design short courses. I am including here some examples of my work to give an insight to others who, like me, have no idea what to expect. Each project took a few hours to 'make' using card, paper, glue, scissors etc. In rare cases we were given a few days to think through the idea for the project. The fact that courses were computer free zones was extremely useful for focusing the mind.
My first foray into graphic design training took off with an excellent short course on
Graphic Design for Beginners at Central St Martins in March 2013. Course leader
Olga Surawska lead 17 or so students of teen to middle age through a highly engaging four days of artfully orchestrated projects and discussion, always with one eye on the importance of solid foundations and the other on the joy of surprise.
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| Surprising book |
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| Japanese biscuit box |
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| Cardiac surgeon logo |
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| CSM signage analysis |
In June, I completed
Graphic Design (Intermediate) at Central St Martins with Pam Williams, a highlight of which was a trip to the
Kings Cross Skip Garden for a spot of observation drawing.
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| Kings Cross Way |
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| Legal Treasures Tours book cover |
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| Avalanche infographic |
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| Happy-chatty index |
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