For the final project of the semester, I used color, texture, and pattern to imitate the vibrant sound and infrastructure surrounding bebop jazz and incorporate it into the viewer experience within the exhibition space, as well as in the booklet. The curvilinear walls and graphics reflect the contrasting nature of jazz and help the viewer understand the complexities of the genre, while the booklet acts as an informational guide to Charlie Parker. 




THE FINAL EXPERIENCE

SITE PLAN

THE FINAL PRINT EXPERIENCE

Here are the first ideas I came up with for the booklet. I tried to keep the visual experience similar to that of the exhibition space. This includes use of color, texture, pattern, and similar imagery. 

I used the same signage as what was on the building, and repeated images found in the space.

For my three cereal boxes, I chose to work off three themes: refined, interdependence, and comfort. The first of the boxes, I accomplished a refined feel by using calligraphic ink in black and white. It is simple and elegant, which demonstrates refinement. Next, I stacked letters on top of each other, all depending on one another to stay up and build a pile. Finally, for comfort, I hand stitched type, which reminds me of my grandmother and the comfort of her home.

Right now I am inspired by lots of different type-making techniques, including (but not limited to) watercolor, ink and brush, and embroidery... I would like to experiment more with refined type.