Resolute – design changes explores the current state of social responsibility taken up by designers.
The development of graphic design used to be shaped by the forces in power; like religion, politics and money. Man’s natural ability to interpret visual messages was exploited. Driven by technological inventions an innovative race in communication emerged, propelling graphic designers as important influencers of man’s behavior and opinions.
Now existing structures are being questioned it seems like other forces are shaping graphic design. A counter reaction submerges, allowing graphic designers to take up their social responsibility in connecting ideas, information and people. Unlike the past this counter reaction is not just visualizing protest. Today’s activism is designed as activation, making use of technological development and social awareness to truly engage people in making change happen.
This attitude also works the other way around; the need to create new connections demands creative use of technology and constant revision of the design profession. Design not just changes the way we look at our society; our society changes the way we look at design.
Resolute – design changes explores the current state of social responsibility taken up by designers. In vigorous projects these firm designers are determined to contribute to the process of change. Based on information, moderation, inspiration and engagement they encourage people to shape their opinions and stimulate them to take action.
Works by Circus Engelbregt, Lucas Pope (VS), Ivan & Andy (VS), Jeremyville (VS), George Butler (GB), Joran Koster, Lazaros Kakoulidis & Tzortzis Rallis (GR), Ruben Pater, Eline Turtas (IT), Artur Beifuss & Francesco Trivini Bellini (DE), Femke Herregraven, Yuri Veerman, The Peace Factory (IL) and others.
