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Deeper and faster searches, new viewing modes and the ability to share inspiration on social networks are just a few of the features added to the revamped Design Archives site that launched last week. Visit designarchives.aiga.org to experience them first-hand and let us know what you think! |
Digital 365: AIGA Year in Design 30 serves as entry point to archives In an effort to address issues of sustainability, economics and reach, the design annual 365: AIGA Year in Design 30 was published digitally this week. Designed by Omnivore, the new format serves as an entry point and companion to the upgraded AIGA Design Archives—the largest online collection of design excellence.
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Vote for new directors on AIGA’s board A member-based nominating committee has recommended a slate of five nominees to serve on the AIGA national board of directors: Gaby Brink, Phil Hamlett, Deanna Kuhlmann-Leavitt, Santiago Piedrafita and Robin Tooms. Consistent with the AIGA bylaws, the proposed slate is submitted to the membership for adoption; all professional-level members should vote online by March 15. |
Enter your writing to win a Winterhouse award For the fifth year, AIGA co-presents the Winterhouse Awards for Design Writing and Criticism. A $10,000 award will go to a professional writer for a body of work, while $1,000 will go to a student demonstrating exceptional ability. Learn about this year’s jury and guidelines, and prepare to submit your best writing about design. The call for entries is open from March 1 through June 1. |
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Submit a case study for aiga.org Do you have a story to tell about a successful project launch? Write a compelling case study and you could have it published on aiga.org. See recent examples such as the Design Archives relaunch case study by Second Story, and find out how to submit your own by contacting Sue Apfelbaum, AIGA editorial director. |
Volunteer to design an exhibition Ever wonder how you get to design an exhibition at the AIGA National Design Center? The first step is to voice your interest! Read more about how design teams are selected, then throw your name in the hat by contacting Gabriela Mirensky, AIGA’s director of competitions and exhibitions. |
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Don’t miss the competitions deadline: March 5 You have less than a month to enter AIGA’s annual competitions for your chance to join a great legacy and have your work celebrated in the Design Archives for all posterity. Select your best work from 2009 and submit it by March 5. This golden opportunity is not to be missed—register your entries now! |
Apply for a Worldstudio AIGA Scholarship Worldstudio AIGA Scholarships aim to increase diversity in the creative professions and to foster social and environmental responsibility in the artists, designers and studios of tomorrow. Recipients are selected not only for their ability and need, but also for their demonstrated commitment to giving back to the larger community through their work. Apply or help spread the word to eligible students—the deadline is April 2. |
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Design leaders anticipate economic recovery Results of AIGA’s Design Leaders Confidence Index for the fourth quarter of 2009 indicate strong confidence in an economic recovery. The index held at 98, up from 51 in October 2008 and consistent with designers’ attitudes during 2005–2007. |
Set up your new portfolio by February 28 If you still have a Design Jobs portfolio, be sure to move it over to the AIGA Member Gallery by February 28, when all Design Jobs portfolios must come down. Although there is no way to automatically transfer your Design Jobs portfolio to the new AIGA Member Gallery, once your new portfolio is set up, you can use built-in networking tools to help announce your new URL to clients and colleagues. |
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Toledo Join the community of design educators for two days of dialogue and debate about practical implementation and analytical discovery involving (and revolving around) design ethics, sustainability and the role of design educators to think, teach and promote both. Be a part of the solution!
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New Haven “Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders” is AIGA’s executive education program with the Yale School of Management. Learn from world-class thinkers, scholars and accomplished faculty to deepen your understanding of business and design. Apply by March 31 to save up to $1,100 on tuition. |
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New York City Don’t miss your chance to browse the best-designed books and book covers of 2008 at the AIGA National Design Center. As always, these examples of design excellence are effective and inspiring, ranging from the traditional to the innovative.
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“Case study: AIGA Design Archives” By Michael Neault Read about how Second Story Interactive Studios revamped the online Design Archives to improve the experience and enable discovery of more than 20,000 examples of design excellence. |
“How is AIGA changing in 2010?” By Richard Grefé AIGA executive director Richard Grefé reports on progress on the “mandate for 2014”—the direction we received from members on how AIGA should change to be even more relevant, exciting and responsive to the challenges ahead. |
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“What is AIGA’s response to the NEA’s call for logos?” By Richard Grefé Executive director Richard Grefé shares AIGA’s letter responding to the NEA’s RFP for a new Art Works logo. |
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