ART 216 - Graphic Design History

Tips for researching under-represented designers and works:

• It can be challenging to find information about some creators and works. You may find that little has been written about them. But there are ways to work with this!
• The suggested class resources are a great source of topic ideas.
• Choose a topic for which you can identify at least a few basic details - such as date/time period, style, and/or location.
• Plan to conduct a variety of searches using a variety of resources.
• Be persistent and creative in your approach.
• Revise and iterate as you learn more. Trying different search strategies or terms can open doors.
• Research takes time. Get started early and keep working on it in steps or phases.
• If you are stuck, contact your professor or librarian for help.

Who was associated with this person, movement, or work?

Where was it made? Where did this creator(s) live and work? What kind of influence do you think that had?

When was the work made? What else was happening at that time?

How was the work made? What tools, materials, or technologies were available?

Why was the work made? What was the intent? What were the main messages?