Summary Jowee Alviar shared his Knowledge and Archive of Philippine Graphic Design www.createphilippines.com
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Jowee Alviar, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Team Manila Graphic Design Studio, highlights the importance of studying design history and showcases examples of design preferences while expressing a need for a comprehensive database.
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- Jowee Alviar is a Co-Founder and Creative Director of Team Manila Graphic Design Studio.
- Usapang Design is a series of talks organized by adobo magazine and CDAP to promote graphic design and designers.
- Alviar conducted a talk on the history of Philippine graphic design, showcasing its evolution over time.
- The design preferences and direction of each period are related to the sociopolitical atmosphere and international standards of that time.
- Alviar hopes to create a comprehensive database featuring graphic design works in the Philippines.
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Jowee Alviar, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Team Manila Graphic Design Studio, emphasized studying design history to understand its evolution. He showcased examples of design preferences and expressed a desire for a comprehensive database.
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Jowee Alviar, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Team Manila Graphic Design Studio, emphasized the importance of studying design history to understand graphic design's evolution and its connection to sociopolitical contexts. He showcased examples of objects reflecting design preferences over time, highlighting the influence of technology. Alviar expressed his desire to create a comprehensive database of Philippine graphic design works.
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Jowee Alviar, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Team Manila Graphic Design Studio, recently participated in the Usapang Design series of talks organized by adobo magazine and the Communication Design Association of the Philippines (CDAP). Alviar emphasized the importance of looking back at design history to understand the evolution of graphic design and its connection to sociopolitical contexts and international design norms. He showcased examples of everyday objects that reflect changes in design preferences and attitudes over time. Alviar highlighted the influence of technology on design, noting that available printing methods during different eras shaped the design aesthetics of that time. In addition to sharing his knowledge and research findings, Alviar expressed his desire to create a comprehensive database of graphic design works in the Philippines. He believes that studying design history can provide valuable insights into not only design norms but also how these designs were used by people in their daily lives. Alviar's talk aligns with the belief that design does not exist in a vacuum. By understanding the nuances and specifics of design in relation to its historical and sociopolitical background, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the role of design in shaping our lives. Looking to the future, Alviar emphasized the importance of preserving and studying design history for future generations. Overall, Jowee Alviar's talk highlighted the significance of design history in understanding the evolution of graphic design and its impact on society.
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Jowee Alviar, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Team Manila Graphic Design Studio, recently participated in the Usapang Design series of talks organized by adobo magazine and the Communication Design Association of the Philippines (CDAP). Alviar, who studied at the California Institute of the Arts, has a passion for design history and has conducted extensive research on Philippine graphic design.
During his talk, Alviar emphasized the importance of looking back at design history to understand the evolution of graphic design and its connection to sociopolitical contexts and international design norms. He showcased examples of everyday objects that reflect changes in design preferences and attitudes over time.
Alviar highlighted the influence of technology on design, noting that available printing methods during different eras shaped the design aesthetics of that time. He emphasized the significance of colors, shapes, and typography as visual languages that transcend geographical boundaries and time periods.
In addition to sharing his knowledge and research findings, Alviar expressed his desire to create a comprehensive database of graphic design works in the Philippines. He believes that studying design history can provide valuable insights into not only design norms but also how these designs were used by people in their daily lives.
Alviar's talk aligns with the belief that design does not exist in a vacuum. It is deeply intertwined with societal and cultural contexts, and its impact extends beyond its immediate creation. By understanding the nuances and specifics of design in relation to its historical and sociopolitical background, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the role of design in shaping our lives.
Looking to the future, Alviar emphasized the importance of preserving and studying design history for future generations. By learning from the past, we can continue to push the boundaries of design and create meaningful and impactful work.
Overall, Jowee Alviar's talk highlighted the significance of design history in understanding the evolution of graphic design and its impact on society. His research on Philippine graphic design provides valuable insights into the country's design heritage and its connections to global design trends. Alviar's passion for design history and his desire to create a comprehensive database underscore the importance of preserving and studying design for future generations.
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Jowee Alviar, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Team Manila Graphic Design Studio, recently participated in the Usapang Design series of talks organized by adobo magazine and the Communication Design Association of the Philippines (CDAP). Alviar, who studied at the California Institute of the Arts, has a passion for design history and has conducted extensive research on Philippine graphic design. He has contributed to the building of design collections and exhibits through his research, which covers various periods of Philippine design, from precolonial mark-making to defunct product packaging.
During his talk, Alviar emphasized the importance of looking back at design history in order to understand the evolution of graphic design and its connection to sociopolitical contexts and international design norms. He showcased examples of everyday objects that reflect changes in design preferences and attitudes over time. For instance, he noted that pre-war design in the Philippines had a more colorful and playful tone, while post-war design took on a somber and modest atmosphere.
Alviar also highlighted the influence of technology on design. He pointed out that the available printing methods during different eras shaped the design aesthetics of that time. He emphasized the significance of colors, shapes, and typography as visual languages that transcend geographical boundaries and time periods.
In addition to sharing his knowledge and research findings, Alviar expressed his desire to create a comprehensive database of graphic design works in the Philippines, both by Filipinos and foreign entities. He believes that studying design history can provide valuable insights into not only design norms but also how these designs were used by people in their daily lives.
Alviar's talk aligns with the belief that design does not exist in a vacuum. It is deeply intertwined with societal and cultural contexts, and its impact extends beyond its immediate creation. By understanding the nuances and specifics of design in relation to its historical and sociopolitical background, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the role of design in shaping our lives.
Looking to the future, Alviar emphasized the importance of preserving and studying design history for future generations. He quoted Japanese design icon Nigo, who said, "The future is in the past." By learning from the past, we can continue to push the boundaries of design and create meaningful and impactful work.
Overall, Jowee Alviar's talk highlighted the significance of design history in understanding the evolution of graphic design and its impact on society. His research on Philippine graphic design provides valuable insights into the country's design heritage and its connections to global design trends. Alviar's passion for design history and his desire to create a comprehensive database underscore the importance of preserving and studying design for future generations.