Riding the New Wave:
April Greiman Zine
Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
This zine is a tribute to April Greiman, a visionary who revolutionized graphic design by embracing early digital technology and blending it with bold, postmodern aesthetics. Her iconic work captures the essence of her groundbreaking approach, where vibrant colors, fragmented typography, and layered imagery converge in a dynamic, almost chaotic harmony. Greiman's fearless experimentation with digital tools and her innovative use of pixelation challenged traditional design norms. Through this zine, I aim to honor Greiman's pioneering spirit by mirroring her aesthetic, using saturated colors, abstract compositions, and digital techniques. This project serves as both an homage and an invitation to future designers to push the boundaries of creativity, just as Greiman did.
Riding the New Wave
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Riding the New Wave ༄
From Hannah Montana to Heavy Metal:
The Best of Both Worlds
Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and After Effects
In an exclusive interview with Metallica's Lars Ulrich, Miley Cyrus reflects on her rise from the world of Hannah Montana to the rebellious, boundary-breaking rock icon she is today. Her journey from Disney to headlining festivals with rasping vocals and gritty guitars is a testament to her fearless evolution as an artist. The spreads capture Miley in all her rock star glory, blending neon chaos with heavy metal aesthetics to celebrate her transformation into a genre-defying powerhouse.
The Best of Both Worlds
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The Best of Both Worlds 🎸
Collateral Damage Book Cover
Adobe Photoshop
The cover for Collateral Damage subtly weaves together symbolic elements that echo the story's emotional and psychological depths. The fractured glass motif represents the fragility of trust and the ripple effect of unforeseen consequences, while the muted, war-torn color palette evokes a sense of loss and tension. The rope and bird illustrate the tension between constraint and liberation. The design avoids revealing key plot points, instead focusing on creating an atmosphere of suspense and introspection, drawing readers into the story’s themes.
Collateral Damage
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Collateral Damage 🩸
Lean in and Grow Together:
UNCC Graphic Design Program
Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
The UNC Charlotte Graphic Design program embraces a multi-medium approach that empowers students to explore creativity across both traditional and emerging platforms. The interdisciplinary structure of the program encourages collaboration with other art forms, including sculpture, video art, and photography, allowing students to blend design principles with fine arts and technology which is represented by the texture page markers on the edges of the design. By fostering both technical skills and conceptual thinking, the program prepares students for diverse careers, equipping them with the versatility to succeed in an evolving creative landscape.
