UNITE

case study

Problem

Final project for the History of Graphic Design—choose a theme: identity of the graphic designer, design theme repeated throughout history, or the role of a designer in society. Write up research that informs others about your topic and design a vehicle to do so (form can be anything.)

Solution & Impact

Due to the political climate and angst broadcasted worldwide—my colleague Danielle Sharples and I wanted to explore the history behind the art of protest. After research of various activist groups and their methods of protest posters we designed a timeline booklet that unfolds into a relevant poster to today’s angst. We used various styles adopted from each activist group: the method of finding scrap paper from the Ateliers Populaires in Paris, the method of screen-printing used by the See Red Women’s Workshop, and the use of one word to send a powerful message seen in Corita Kent’s work.

My Role

Research
Screen Printing

The word “UNITE” ties together all of the issues and voices that are yearning to be heard over the ruckus. The news clippings are from protests in 2016–2017 contrasted by photographs taken during the civil rights movement in the ’60s.