Blog 1 | Censorship vs. The Artist

    Five years ago I decided to further my infatuation with art and become a freelance graphic designer. As a designer there are several constraints that come with the territory. Designing for someone else's taste may or may not be exactly what you want to do as an artist. However, it is your duty as a graphic designer to convey and deliver the proper message.

    This piece definitely embodies the gray matter that stands between the artist and the client. More so, it stands for the metaphorical handcuffs that graphic designers wear everyday. 

    The use of the vivid and dark colors symbolize the solitude found in designing for someone other than yourself.

    The above  image is a prime example of a design whereby I was completely at the whim of the client. She knew exactly what she wanted and gave specific directions as to how she wanted it executed. In a sense even the client is an artist. It's always a great thing when both the artist and the client are happy with the end result. This business card is an example of a minimalist theme. Each element is concise, straight to the point, and relays the information clearly. 

   Giving an artist boundaries not only tests the limits on his/her creativity and design capabilities but it also breaks up the monotony of always designing for your own wants.