Graphic Design Blog – Graphic Design COD

COUNTERLOUNGE 0004 – Jessica Butler

In this episode of the COUNTERLOUNGE podcast, we talk to Jessica Butler, a COD alumni working in the graphic design field. Enroll in a graphic design degree or certificate program: Apply at: https://graphicdesigncod.com/apply Follow us: Instagram: @graphicdesigncod TikTok: @graphicdesigncod YouTube: @graphicdesigncod Behance: @graphicdesigncod

COUNTERLOUNGE 0003 – Elisa Hillock

In this episode of the COUNTERLOUNGE podcast, we talk to Elisa Hillock, assistant professor at College of DuPage. Red hots, medical illustration, design, and what it’s like in the graphic design program at College of DuPage. Enroll in a graphic design degree or certificate program: https://graphicdesigncod.com/apply Learn more at: http://www.graphicdesigncod.com Follow us: Instagram: @graphicdesigncod TikTok: @graphicdesigncod YouTube: @graphicdesigncod Behance: @graphicdesigncod

COUNTERLOUNGE 0002 – Tracy Zuniga

In this episode of the COUNTERLOUNGE podcast, we talk to Tracy Zuniga, assistant professor at College of DuPage, about all kinds of things but mostly design. Enroll in a graphic design degree or certificate program: https://graphicdesigncod.com/apply Follow us: Instagram: @graphicdesigncod TikTok: @graphicdesigncod YouTube: @graphicdesigncod Behance: @graphicdesigncod

COUNTERLOUNGE 0001 – Theor

On this episode of the COUNTERLOUNGE podcast, we feature Theor. A graduate of the graphic design program and overall wonderful person. We’re talking spaghetti poodles, AI, and what it’s like to be a graphic design student at College of DuPage. Enroll in a graphic design degree or certificate program: https://cod.edu/apply.html Follow us: Instagram: graphicdesigncod TikTok: @graphicdesigncod YouTube: @graphicdesigncod Behance: graphicdesigncod More COUNTERLOUNGE: https://tinyurl.com/counterlounge

Design Club

Interested in Joining Design Club? All you have to do is show up! Design Club meets on Wednesdays from 2-5PM. Each week, there will be a prompt. Members of Design Club will have 3 hours to finish the design prompt. At the end of the 3 hours, members will vote on the most effective design. Members cannot vote for themselves. Each week the winner of the challenge will be featured on the Graphic Design COD website and social media. Please note that the design prompts are meant to encourage positive interactions between members and the world of design. It is…

Design Books at the COD Library

ILLUSTRATION BY KATY D. As graphic designers, it’s important we take advantage of the resources offered to us in order to broaden our knowledge of design as well as find inspiration. We have a large library with a wide variety of books at the College of DuPage and we took the time to create a list of some design books we have in order to let you know what’s available for you to learn from. The COD library is located in the SRC (campus map here). You can check out the library’s hours and search through their catalogue here. The…

Out with the New, in with the Old: Exploring the Y2K Resurgence

ILLUSTRATION BY KATY D. The iconic aesthetic of Iridescence Y2K, evoking the digital charm of the early 2000s, is experiencing a bold resurgence in the realm of graphic design. From distorted graphics to blocky imagery, designers are embracing the eccentric, nostalgic atmosphere that characterized the start of the millennium. This revival prompts questions about its endurance—will this throwback style endure as a lasting trend or vanish like a passing digital glitch? While some critics dismiss it as a passing trend, proponents argue that the Y2K aesthetic offers a unique fusion of retro-futurism that aligns with contemporary design sensibilities. Serving as…

The Zodiac and Design

ARTICLE BY KATY D. AND ANA T. Unlocking the celestial secrets behind artistic minds, we are here to dig into the fascinating relationship between the zodiac signs of well-known graphic designers and the distinctive imprints they leave on the world of design. From the bold strokes of Aries to the meticulous details of Virgo, each zodiac sign brings forth a unique set of characteristics that shape the creative processes and visual languages of these influential designers. Come along a cosmic journey as we explore how the astrological traits of renowned designers, like constellations in the night sky, guide their innovative…

10 Design Blogs for Inspiration and News

ILLUSTRATION AND ARTICLE BY KATY D. Whether you prefer working alone or in a team, design is always a collaborative process between designers of the past and designers of the future. As designers, we take inspiration from past developments and bring them into our work. From staying on top of current trends to keeping up with technological advancements, our conversations about design help push our work forward. And most of these conversations are happening online. Not only do these conversations happen in the classroom and on social media, but you can also get insight from other designers on blogs. These…

How Design Has Changed

On Minimalism When I began studying graphic design, it was like an entirely new world was opened up to me. Designs that went mostly ignored throughout my life suddenly became impossible to miss; within a few months of starting at the College of DuPage, I began analyzing layout choices in magazines, posters, and TV commercials, critiquing type choices in logos, and assessing color palettes in illustrations. Graphic design can be mistakenly chalked down to a small field because designers typically work in the background, but there are few products we use on a daily basis that haven’t been touched by…

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