The Misogyny of Old Smoke
The analysis of the designs of the cigar boxes focuses mainly on the typographic styles and choices that were made. The decorative, elegant, Victorian-style font was used to create a fantasy-like feel for the men it was marketed toward. The bold sans-serif fonts were used for the text speaking directly to the consumers, like the text for the descriptions of the cigars. In each spread the color palette, motifs, and fonts were directly inspired by the cigar boxes that were analyzed. This project was created to educate viewers on the lesser-known negative aspects of design history.
Six-word Memoir
“I started drinking my coffee black,” was created with the theme of growing-up in mind. The statement reflects the realization of entering adulthood, however, the illustration reflects the lasting playfulness and color that remains. Despite entering adulthood, there is still a youthful, energetic spirit present. This piece was primarily inspired by Milton Glaser’s Bob Dylan poster, imitating similar forms and using the same color palette. Six-word Memoir is meant to draw in viewers with its artistic elements but encourage them to stay and understand the association of the text and overall design.
Epi Stepi
Epi Stepi is a walkathon followed by an event with live music, food trucks, and activities. The website features five different pages: home, about, schedule, merchandise, and FAQ. The aesthetic vibe that it portrays was inspired by colorful, vintage events, while also incorporating contemporary design elements. This piece was created with the hope of empowering the viewers to take action toward raising awareness for its cause, or for any other cause possible.