Expectations:
Develop an family of one to three [1-3] vessels which
will contain completed porfolio formats. Take into consideration cadence, functionality,
and abstraction.
Concept:
Creating a portfolio piece that is both visually engaging and interactive was the goal of this project. The housing of the CD within the vessel was the main focus, and the representation of the designers portfolio should be represented throughout the format. The use of pattern and samples of my own portfolio were used to add interest through viewer discovery and modular activation. This piece was designed to present the designer to the client of prospective employer in a manner that will demonstrate proficiency and knowledge of skills within the realm of design.
Thinking for a Living is a website that features a vast amount of design inspiration. It is an archive of incredible work that is both intuitive and continuously expanding. Thinking for a Living is a source that utilizes simplicity to display creativity, as-well-as a plethora of resources that will prove useful for as long as this site is in existence. As the site states, it truly is "Thought-provoking design content."
"The Thinking for a Living Network is built on friendship, passion, and a dedication to the craft of design. The Network is an alliance of like-minded individuals who are experimenting with publishing and spreading ideas through a series of topic specific sites, conferences, workshops and publications. We are available for design and consultation."
-Thinking for a Living
Just Creative Design is a design website that is run by Jacob Cass, a currently professional graphic/web designer. Cass' constant posting keeps viewers up to date with the current events in the world of design. The site features a strong portfolio of graphic design as well as a plethora of intelligent information. However, what truly makes this site incredible is its archive of resources. Cass displays a wide array of useful links, articles, and images that will provide a massive amount of inspiration and information. Cass submits an incredible "blog that focuses on all areas of design and creativity."
It is focused on the "main subject of graphic design which provides free graphic design tips, articles & resources on all subjects of design, ranging from, but not limited to; print design, logo design, web design, branding, typography, advertising & more."
-Just Creative Design
Pentagram is a highly influential firm in the design industry. They have created an enormous portfolio that yields work that has become iconic and trend setting. Pentagram offers clients the full spectrum of design, which truly defies the current preconception of design as a single entity that only consists of a few specialists. Everything is design, and Pentagram has been displaying that for over five decades.
"Pentagram is the world's largest independent design consultancy. The firm is owned and run by 16 partners, a group of friends who are all leaders in their individual creative fields.We work in London, New York, Berlin and Austin. We design everything: architecture, interiors, products, identities, publications, posters, books, exhibitions, websites, and digital installations. Each of our clients works directly with one or more of our partners. This reflects our conviction that great design cannot happen without passion, intelligence, and personal commitment, which is demonstrated by a portfolio of work that spans five decades."
-Pentagram
