Dorothy Hayes was a groundbreaking African American graphic designer who combined creativity, cultural identity, and activism in her work. Born in the 20th century, she navigated and thrived in a predominantly white, male-dominated industry, which makes her story both inspiring and unique. Her designs were … Continue Reading “Dorothy Hayes”
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Adaliat Iusupova – Feminist Theories in Design
Feminist theories have transformed design by addressing gender inequities and highlighting women designers’ contributions. Pioneers like Sheila Levrant de Bretteville and Cheryl D. Holmes-Miller merged activism with design, while modern advocates like Amera Lulu challenge norms in male-dominated … Continue Reading “Women and design”
Tre Seals is a contemporary type designer and the founder of Vocal Type Co., a type foundry dedicated to creating fonts inspired by underrepresented cultures and histories. His work uniquely blends inclusivity and activism, using typography to amplify the voices of marginalized communities. Tre draws … Continue Reading “Tre Seals”
Ludmila Hellmann-Kavalla, also known as Mila Kavalla, was an Austrian graphic designer and illustrator born in 1924 in Baden, Austria. She studied at the Vienna Academy of Applied Arts, where she learned fashion design. After graduating in 1950, she opened a design studio with … Continue Reading “Adaliat’s cookbook”
Advertisements have always had a strong influence on how people view themselves, especially when it comes to beauty and health. One example is a well-known ad for Lucky Strike cigarettes that used social pressure around … Continue Reading “Reach For A Lucky: The Lucky Strike Cigarette Diet (1928)-AI”
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