Design For Society: Assignment 01

Design Manifesto Design for Society instructor Katherine Szeto date Week1, 10 July 2006 / 12 July 2006

introduction

A manifesto is a public declaration of principles, policies, or intentions, especially of a political nature. As a burgeoning designer, you should be thinking about what your principles are, your beliefs.

briefing

Develop your own creative manifesto. What do you believe in? Your creative manifesto should be on one piece of paper. You will be expected to do a short presentation of your ideas.

due date

1st presentation today in class, explaining your ideas and how you decide you will present. Final project due Week 2, 17 July 2006 or 19 July 2006. (This depends on when you have your class)

learning outcomes

Consider the ethical issues in professional practice. Research, analyse, identify and apply contemporary contemporary techniques using appropriate media.

notes

Be original, very creative and experimental. Don’t copy what’s out there--it already exists. Use your imagination. Have ideas. Have big ideas. Inspiration comes from a wellfed imagination. Feed your mind with many visual things by visiting exhibitions, visiting the library and seeking out visual culture. Retain what you have been taught. Your lessons are the building blocks of your future creative careers. Learn about, and be inspired by the history of design. Learn from your successes and your mistakes. Learn to present your ideas well. Visually and verbally. Learn to talk about your work with confidence.