Laura Eydmann
Brixham, Devon
Project Question
Can Graphic Design empower women to effect change?
Aim and Objective
The main objective of my studies is to look at activist graphic design broadly and within the scope of feminism, and its power and success in helping women personally and the cause as a whole.
How can graphic design empower women to affect change? Can we use activism and graphic design to help women portray themselves as an empowered community rather than victims?
Final Outcome
This workshop is designed to create bonds and a sense of community between women, to encourage empathy and understanding, to give women the tools to reflect upon their positionality, and to encourage small acts of activism within that reflection.
This workshop can be used with a small group of women or a larger group, online or in person, with women of every age and background.There are timings and a structure to follow, but the workshop can be adapted to a more creative output, or for a longer day session.
The workshop materials come packaged in a workbox, and also as a downloadable PDF.
How has your practice developed while studying the MA in Graphic Design with a global cohort?
My practice has developed into more research based, and I am looking into more self-authored projects. I am turning towards more graphic design for good – more charity work, and more to help causes I believe in.
The course helped me to define my values as a designer, and help me find a path along my career.