This reader was created as a way to document my design praxis from two graduate classes – Graphic Design Theory and Graphic Design Special Topics. The paperback/heavy stock book counting 65 pages is a home for essays, notes, research proposals, a book review, and analytical responses to topics of my interest.
The content is written by me, while taking these two classes, but the heart of the writing is propelled by other writers such as Steve McCarthy with his book Designer As… and Kyna Leski with her book The Storm of Creativity. These books helped me understand my role as a graphic designer and the importance of being open to discoveries and surprises within the creative process. For MacCarthy I wrote a series of responses to 4 chapters. In the same manner, I wrote a review for Leski’s book, while experimenting with abstract footage as a visual response to her book title and content. Added to that, I had the pleasure to continue practicing my research skills in the Special Topics class, with topics related to Immigration, Internet of Things, Facial Recognition, and Speech Editing Software.
