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Bauhaus Graphic Design: Past, Present, and Future

Inkbot Design

This interdisciplinary ethos produced designers equally comfortable with technical skills and abstract creativity. It also encouraged the artist to use diverse media, from photography to theatre. Focus on Functionalism The Bauhaus rejected the idea that form and function were at odds in design.

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Study Design Abroad: Laura Welch, Portland to Shillington London

Shillington

I was an art director at a photography studio previously so it’s a very different type of work. The course built my skill set by drilling into me the tenants of design thinking, helping me to truly build meaning into what I create and teaching me that you have to be willing to put your ideas out there without fear of rejection.

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13 Best Graphic Design Schools In Pennsylvania for 2021

Shillington

Founded over 150 years ago back in 1870, Philadelphia’s University of the Arts is divided into two schools: The College of Media, Art and Design and The College of Performing Arts. Students will learn typography, web design, brand identity and more, whilst also touching on other disciplines such as illustration and photography.