A hullo and a quick introduction from the new President of the Graphic Design Club AiS:
My name is Jesse Phillips (that's like Jesse James, only I am WAY cuter and a good deal more feminine than him....); I have some graphic design experience, am newer to the Seattle area (less than two years out of Chicago), am a swing and blues dancer and I can barely express how honored and excited I am to be a part of this amazing experience!
This is summer quarter, so we're going to take it a little easy this time around, but I have a few ideas and I can't wait to hear yours! I want us all to walk away from this quarter with some new friends, additions to our portfolios and some amazing experiences!
So, here's the plan: Tuesday, June 20th at 4:30pm, please join me in room #704 for root beer floats and a chance to meet each other, as well as make some decisions as a group on what we want to do this quarter!
Looking forward to meeting you all officially,
-Jesse
Friday, July 16, 2010
Every New Beginning comes from some other Beginning's End
THE END OF ONE CHAPTER AND THE BEGINNING OF THE NEXT...
Hey guys,
Hope you all are having a great summer break. It's well deserved, so enjoy and relax before the new quarter starts. We're finally getting some sun!!!
As you all know spring quarter was my last term as President. After four quarters - of laughter, memories and friendships - I just wanted to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who has contributed to making my run such a memorable one; to ALL of my officers, advisers and supporters - I honestly couldn't have done it without any of you!!! It's been quite the experience and journey. Some believe all good things must come to an end... I, on the other hand, like to think of it as the end of one chapter and the beginning of a new one. There is no "end" in growth, just simply change. And I've come to find change can be great.
Which leads to my next announcement... After searching and deliberating, I am proud to FINALLY announce the new President of the Graphic Design Club... drum roll please... JESSE PHILLIPS!!!
If you don't know Jesse, you will quickly take a liking to her. Her energy is infectious and you can feel her passion a mile away. Prepare yourselves club members, she is a firecracker (in the best possible way)!!! I'm so glad to be passing the paton to her. I feel she is going to be a great, new addition and will be able to take our club to the next level. So please welcome her with open arms. :)
I may not be the President, but I will definitely still be around, so please don't forget about me! haha However, I am taking summer quarter off, but will be back for my last quarter this fall. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, I will always be here for you guys. From this point forward if you want to reach me, you can contact me at my personal email: lee.johnny.j@gmail.com. Don't worry, I'm still going to be a part of club, whether you like it or not. Can't get rid of me that easy. ;)
Just a friendly reminder, club beings the SECOND WEEK of the quarter, like usual. And as of right now, it's still going to be TUESDAYS @ 4:30PM IN ROOM 704. Be on the look out for the new club posters on campus soon. They're great!
Alrighty then... That is all for now. This is not goodbye, but see you later. Last time signing out as your President...
Much love,
John J. Lee
Thursday, April 22, 2010
What's happening at Club for Week 4?
Please bring in at least one piece of work that you're currently working on. I know all of us could always use more feedback and it'll be helpful to do a little workshop. The more eyes that see your project, the better the outcome. If you don't have a current project, feel free to bring ideas for our art gallery show.
Vera Mural Program: Call for artists
The Ver(a)rt Gallery is pleased to announce a new mural program in the very heart of our gallery!
The site is the side of the upper stairway that leads down into the gallery space and into the main venue of The Vera Project. No previous mural experience is necessary! If you are interested in applying, send us the attached application form and some images, along with a resume OR artist statement OR bio. Websites are accepted as images, as long as you tell us very specifically what parts to consider. New murals will be installed two to four times a year. Some materials and a modest honorarium will be provided.
Send electronic applications to verart@theveraproject.org
Send paper and CD applications to The Vera Project / 305 Harrison / Seattle, WA 98109
Deadline: May 5, 2010
Please help us spread the word about this exciting opportunity in the middle of a very active all-ages art and music space.
Ver(a)rt Gallery
verart@theveraproject.org
www.theveraproject.org
Ver(a)rt Gallery Presents: FROM CONCEIT TO CONCEPT
Show runs May 4th through May 25th
WHERE: Ver(a)rt Gallery at the Vera Project
Seattle Center: Warren Ave N & Republican St
WHAT: From skateboards and comics to screenprint, stencils and paint, but not necessarily what you’d think.
Showing for the first time in Washington State, Dave Vander Mass (Portland), Giancarlo De Marchi (PA) and Tom Patterson (PA) are long-time friends coming together for a group show at Ver(a)rt Gallery, exhibiting both individual and collaborative works.
Dave Vander Maas - "I’m influenced by BMX and skateboarding and their respective cultures. I make art as a means to deal with whatever is going on in everyday life. My subjects are mostly symbolic and left open for interpretation by the viewer. My art is usually done in acrylic on found wood."
Giancarlo De Marchi - "I’m influenced by comic book art and skate graphics. I began in my youth by directly copying these images and gradually learned from this practice, applying these skills to my work now. My work is a collage of many of my drawings that creates a cohesive piece of art. I want my work to be subjective and for people to be able to interpret it in their own ways."
Tom Patterson - "The process itself of making art is most important to me; it feels like a meditative state when I am in my studio working. My work reflects the mood I am experiencing at the time, but my emotions are not more important than the image itself. I want to make work that is visually appealing for the viewer. I want my art to be viewed the same way I view art; that is, to look at it and not into it. My work is print based with a focus on screen print on paper."
For more information, please contact verart@theveraproject.org.
Ver(a)rt Gallery
verart@theveraproject.org
www.theveraproject.org
Monday, April 12, 2010
Create the Official Mozilla 2010 T-shirt!
http://creative.mozilla.org/challenges/5
The goal of this challenge is to design a shirt that captures the unique essence of Mozilla and the principles it stands for. The winning design will be printed as the Mozilla Foundation’s official 2010 t-shirt and will be made available as an exclusive item for contributors. The winner will also be featured on various Mozilla websites, including the Creative Collective homepage and the Mozilla Blog.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
AIGA April 2010 Events
Wednesday, April 14, 2010 | 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Il Fornaio, Pacific Place
600 Pine Street, Seattle
Whether you’re a freelancer, an in-house designer, or working at an agency or studio, you can never know too much about the business side of design. And in today’s tough economy, you need that business edge even more.
In this three-part breakfast series, David Sherwin of frog design will host professionals from the Seattle design community, each of whom has deep experience in client service, project management, and design studio management. David and his co-presenters will give you a fresh perspective on professional practices and provide you with tips and tools that you can start using right away.
Design Leadership
Discover new ways to coax top-notch work from both yourself and your studio while building a strong creative tea.m. over time. Led by David Sherwin of frog design, a global innovation firm that creates meaningful products, services, and experiences for clients such as Disney, GE, HP, Microsoft,MTV, Seagate and many others.
Registration
Single Event | includes presentation, light breakfast, and materials
AIGA Members: $25 | Register
Nonmembers: $35 | Register
Monday, April 19–Saturday, April 24
Art Center Gallery at Seattle Pacific University
3 West Cremona; Seattle
Design students: Want your design work to be seen not only by the public but also by an audience of some of the best art directors and designers in the Northwest? If so, enter your work in this year’s annual exhibit of student work, on view leading up to AIGA’s Reality Check/2010 portfolio reviews, Saturday, April 24. The show will not only give you a chance to view each other’s work, but also offers you a chance to get your work in front of all the roughly 100 professionals who will be reviewing portfolios at Reality Check, not just the ones you review with. Prizes will be awarded to the three students in the exhibition whose work makes the greatest impression on the professionals.
For more information: http://aigaseattle.org/events/index.asp?include=April_2010#24
Saturday, April 24
Session 1: 8:30-10:30a.m.
Session 2: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Student Exhibition Reception: 12:30 - 1 p.m.
Art Center Gallery at Seattle Pacific University
3 West Cremona; Seattle
What is Reality Check?
Reality Check is an event designed for students and newcomers to the field: This is your opportunity to receive constructive portfolio feedback from experienced design professionals. At Reality Check you can show your work and ideas to some of the best art directors and designers in the Northwest. All you need to do it preregister—and bring your résumé and portfolio to the reviews. The portfolio doesn't have to be perfect—that will come after you incorporate the advice you’re going to receive at Reality Check. You’ll be able use this event to check your understanding of how to create a powerful design portfolio. Participants will receive at least a half dozen reviews, probably more.
For more information: http://aigaseattle.org/events/index.asp?include=April_2010#24
What’s New for Designers in Creative Suite 5
Presented by Colin Fleming
Friday, April 30 | 2:30-4:30 p.m. (arrive at 2 p.m. to mingle; light refreshments served)
Adobe University: Plaza Building, Conference Room U2
801 North 34th St; Seattle
Attendees are eligible for a drawing: one copy of Creative Suite 5!
Pre-Register now through April 27 ($5 increase with payment at the door)
AIGA Student Members: $5 | Register
AIGA Members: $10 | Register
AIGA Partners: $15 | Register
Student Nonmembers: $10 | Register
Nonmembers: $20 | Register
Ver(a)rt + Folklife Art Show Invitational
