Rethinking Graphic Design History
By: Aggie Toppins
Graphic designers have historically aligned themselves with progress, which is, by definition, focused on the future. We have often described ourselves as problem-solvers: strategically-minded, socially-motivated, and optimistic about change. At the same time, graphic designers often look to the past for sources of inspiration. We recycle vintage style, use obsolete technologies, and make overt references […]