Chicago Graphic Design Club

Thanks to everybody who joined us this afternoon for our walking history tour of Chicago‘s Printer‘s Row, led by the fabulous Jackson Showalter-Cavanaugh of Okay Type.

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🎙️ Our guest is ⁠⁠⁠graphic designer and co-founder of ⁠Studio Aperitif⁠, ⁠Denny Liu. In this episode, Denny speaks with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano about the journey to co-founding Studio Apertif alongside his wife and the reality, challenges, and victories. We also hear about his introduction to design, from drawing his favorite band logos on his binder to being raised by an industrial designer who encouraged technical and artistic skills. We also discuss trends, the design industry, inspiration, Chicago, etc. — ℹ️ Underscore is a show produced by the Chicago Graphic Design Club that brings you conversations with Chicago’s creative community. On this podcast, we explore the craft, theory, and practice of graphic design, plus discuss ideas that cultivate a more inclusive and thoughtful creative community. 🔎 You can find us through your preferred podcast platforms — such as Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 🔗 Link in bio to listen (https://lnkd.in/eH-BqkB) — #Chicago #GraphicDesign #CGDC #Design #DesignCommunity #DesignBookClub #BookClub #DesignPodcast #DesignConversation #DesignRecording #DesignerPodcast #ChicagoDesign #ChicagoCreatives #Underscore #GraphicDesignPodcast

We are now accepting proposals for ISSUE # 2 of Faculty — our print publication. Faculty is a print publication celebrating and highlighting Chicago's graphic design culture and voices. Content featured includes design writing, projects, designer spotlights, criticism, case studies, and more. Following the success of Issue # 1, the upcoming theme of # 2 will focus on play, experimentation, and curiosity. Often, in our design work, we succumb to the requests of our clients and stakeholders, so for this issue, we encourage you to break every rule imaginable, take risks, bring forth a bold attitude, and use Faculty as space to unleash your faculties uninterrupted. Our call for submissions is open until Friday, August 1st, 2024. If your submission is selected, we will contact you through email to collect more information and discuss the next steps. Visit our website to submit. https://lnkd.in/eH-BqkB — #GraphicDesign #CGDC #ChicagoGraphicDesignClub #ChicagoDesigners #DesignBookClub #VisualCommunication #ImageMakers #DesignTheory #Design #DesignPublication #Faculty #DesignWriting #Faculty

This past weekend, the Chicago Graphic Design Club hosted its first ever portfolio critique session. It was an afternoon of community and growth. It was a sold-out event and a great success due to the great cohort of participating reviewers. We look forward to doing more of these in the near future, so stay tuned. I'd also love to give a HUGE thanks to my collaborative partner, Cheryl Bever — for all that she does. And to, David Sieren of One Design Company and Mira Kida. And last but not least, thanks to all the reviewers and reviewees that spent the afternoon with us. I'm incredibly proud of this community that we are building. Much love. cc: Jeffrey Hitchens Hamid Alavi Alexis Gonzalez John Pobojewski Candace Solola Andrea Villasenor Sean Fermoyle Antonio García Carlos Segura Patrick Smith Sajad Amini Renata Graw & MORE...

🎙️Our guest is ⁠Newberry Library graphic designer and educator, Andrea Villasenor. In this episode, Andrea speaks with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ about her fascination with libraries going back to her childhood. We learn about her interests in graphic design, typography research, and history and how they inspire her work, process, and approach to teaching. She shares her thoughts on AI, self-discovery, aesthetics, Chicago, theory, craft, practice, and how design shapes culture. — ℹ️ Underscore is a show produced by the Chicago Graphic Design Club that brings you conversations with Chicago’s creative community. On this podcast, we explore the craft, theory, and practice of graphic design, plus discuss ideas that cultivate a more inclusive and thoughtful creative community. 🔎 You can find us through your preferred podcast platforms — such as Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 🔗 Link in bio to listen (https://lnkd.in/eH-BqkB) — #Chicago #GraphicDesign #CGDC #Design #DesignCommunity #DesignBookClub #BookClub #DesignPodcast #DesignConversation #DesignRecording #DesignerPodcast #ChicagoDesign #ChicagoCreatives #Underscore #GraphicDesignPodcast #NewberryLibrary

📣 We invite you to join the Chicago Graphic Design Club, One Design Company, and Artisan Talent for REVIEWED: A Portfolio Critique on Saturday, June 15th, from 11 AM – 3 PM. Your portfolio is one of the most important aspects of being in the creative field. It represents you, your thinking, and your work. Do I have what I need included? Is it arranged correctly? Is it good enough? Will it help me stand out? These and hundreds of other questions enter your mind when working on yours. This is your chance to get your portfolio reviewed and critiqued in person by industry professionals. Whether you’re an experienced designer or just starting out, this is a fantastic opportunity to show your work, receive valuable feedback from others, and converse with fellow creatives. Special thanks to David Sieren of One Design Company, Mira Kida of Artisan Talent for their partnership on this event, and Cheryl Bever and Christian Solorzano of the Chicago Graphic Design Club. — #GraphicDesign #CGDC #ChicagoGraphicDesignClub #ChicagoDesigners #DesignBookClub #VisualCommunication #ImageMakers #DesignTheory #Design #InformationDesign #Symbols #DesignCulture #PortfolioReview

🎶 SOME MUSIC FOR YOUR FRIDAY 🎶 New Friday Edition™ mix of Mu Radio. Set by Hamid Alavi Artists included Beth Gibbons & Rustin Man, Barzin, Moby, A Perfect Circle, and more. https://lnkd.in/gEcEU_i9 — #GraphicDesign #CGDC #ChicagoGraphicDesignClub #ChicagoDesigners #GraphicDesignCulture #DesignCulture #MixCloud #DesignMusic #GraphicDesignMusic #NTSRadio #MixcloudDJ

💡 It's Wednesday (again), and this time, we are talking about relationships, rejections, and basic job etiquette. Explore our Back to Basics series below.

🎙️ NEW EPISODE Our guest is graphic designer and photographer Johnny Mei. In this episode, Johnny speaks with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano about his unconventional path into the world of graphic design — starting with his fascination with browsing magazines at Tower Records. Johnny’s creative output is multidisciplinary, and we learn about his approach to self-initiating projects such as his photography series, ⁠Imperfect Day⁠, ⁠T-shirts for Charity⁠, and, most recently, his online archive of inspiration, ⁠Internet Found⁠. We also discuss the graphic design industry, the importance of breaking and following rules, and much more. — ℹ️ Underscore is a show produced by the Chicago Graphic Design Club that brings you conversations with Chicago’s creative community. On this podcast, we explore the craft, theory, and practice of graphic design, plus discuss ideas that cultivate a more inclusive and thoughtful creative community. 🔎 You can find us through your preferred podcast platforms — such as Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 🔗 Link in bio to listen (https://lnkd.in/eH-BqkB) — #Chicago #GraphicDesign #CGDC #Design #DesignCommunity #DesignBookClub #BookClub #DesignPodcast #DesignConversation #DesignRecording #DesignerPodcast #ChicagoDesign #ChicagoCreatives #Underscore #GraphicDesignPodcast