Thursday, 18 January 2018

OUGD505 - Studio Brief 02 - Product, Range and Distrubution

- Examine graphic design outputs relating to social, political and ethical change.
- Aim to increase awareness of historical examples, plus contemporary practice responsive to 21st Century issues.
- Research which explores the connections between these issues/concepts.
- Reflect own ideologies, concerns and ambitions as a graphic designer.
- Consider the role of the graphic designer and their responsibility regarding social, political and ethical change.

Part 1:
Develop a practical, visual and contextual investigation of a specific subject (issue).
- primary and secondary research - actively do what you are researching/engagement.

Part 2:
Devise and develop a body of practical work that distils your knowledge of the issue and demonstrates your ability to tap into the market potential for socially, politically and ethically driven design.
- think about broader market of graphic and creative professionals.


Potential outcomes/responses:
  • issue-led campaign
  • poster series/manifestos
  • publication/book/zine/printed matter
  • web/digital platform/video
  • range of products or merchandise (banners, pin badges, etc.)
  • installation/exhibition/wayfinding

Examples/contextual sources:
  • Me & EU - Nathan Smith
  • Eike Konig - HORT Studio
  • William Knight
  • In Loving Memory of Work - Craig Oldham
  • This Girl Can (campaign)
  • Metahaven
  • Uncertainmedia.com - Tom Joyes
  • Memes/meme culture

WHAT ARE YOU INTERESTED IN?
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO RESEARCH?
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO SAY?
WHAT KIND OF DESIGNER DO YOU WANT TO BE?

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