Iowa State alumnus Michael Braley (BFA 1993 Graphic Design), creative director of Braley Design, will share his influences and insights from three decades as a graphic designer, revealing the key elements that make an effective poster and what he believes is the true "art" of the poster. His free public lecture follows the opening reception […]
Exploring Innovative Solutions in Research and Creative Work with Design Thinking and Interdisciplinary Approaches Aaron Yang, assistant professor, graphic design In my talk, I will share my interdisciplinary journey and highlight several innovative projects that showcase the power of design and interdisciplinary collaboration in solving real-world problems. From a life-saving gamified system for young patients […]
Empowering Underrepresented Communities: The Transformative Role of Graphic Design Patrick Finley, assistant professor, graphic design Graphic design has the power to transform underrepresented communities by amplifying their voices and stories. Through visual storytelling and inclusive design, these communities can convey their unique narratives, foster a sense of belonging and drive positive social change, ultimately bridging […]
Exhibition of work by students who studied in Italy last fall semester with the College of Design Rome Program. Opening reception from 5–7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28. Gallery 181 is located on the first floor of the College of Design building on the west side of the Iowa State campus. Exhibition viewing hours are 8 […]
All are invited to stop by the opening reception of the Fall 2023 Rome Show Exhibition from 5–7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, in Gallery 181. The show will feature drawings, watercolor paintings, photography, books and more created by art and visual culture, graphic design and interior design students who studied with the College of Design Rome […]
The Iowa State Memorial Union is hosting the 52nd Annual Focus Grant Exhibit from March 24–April 25 in the Memorial Union Art Gallery. Hours are 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday 1–4 p.m. Sunday The artists' reception will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, with a program starting at 6:15 p.m. Since 1972, students of all […]
Help graphic design associate professor Lisa Fontaine celebrate her retirement from Iowa State at a reception from 5–8 p.m. Sunday, May 5, at Alluvial Brewing Company in Ames. Fontaine joined the Iowa State graphic design faculty in 1987. She has taught courses from first year to graduate level and served as the director of the […]
The Iowa State University graphic design class of 2024 will host its senior show on Thursday, May 9, at Hy-Vee Hall in Des Moines. The free, public event will run from 5–7 p.m., with a program at 6:30 p.m. Business attire is encouraged. “72 UNDEFINED” will feature work by 72 graduating seniors developed in the […]
The Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship will host the 9th annual CYstarters Demo Day from 3–6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, at the ISU Research Park Core Facility Atrium. Student presentations are from 3–5 p.m. with a networking reception to follow. Two College of Design students have participated in Cohort 9 of this annual summer business accelerator […]
Work created by 10 Iowa State University students will be featured in the "Contemporary Lens" exhibition from Aug. 1–27 on the second floor of Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way in Des Moines. An opening reception will be from 5–8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, in conjunction with Mainframe Studios' First Friday event. Curated by College of […]
