Idilijaʽs Design Blog
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In this post, I present my initial magazine cover design for Magnetic magazine. As part of the course requirements, I shared the design in the forum to receive constructive feedback from my tutor, and it was Drieke. Her response highlighted several conceptual and visual weaknesses, particularly regarding the clarity and translation of the main article…
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Current images were checked for print quality and adjusted to 300 dpi where necessary. Elements touching the page edge will be extended into the bleed area to ensure correct print output. After reviewing the article layout, I have made some refinements to enhance readability and visual intensity while maintaining a restrained and minimal aesthetic. Have…
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The article layout is structured using a fine modular grid of 11 × 6, inspired by Josef Müller-Brockmann’s principles outlined in Grid Systems. This grid provides flexibility while maintaining clarity, allowing for comfortable reading and consistent alignment across articles that contain large amounts of body text. The modular system supports variation in image placement and…
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Before I dive in into the research and idea generation, I have to check some points to ensure good and productive work. So, in a nutshell, my target market will be age range from 30 to 50, people who are interested in progressive music culture, festival life, and looking for a belonging with their people.…
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During my studies, my designs and projects have been reviewed by teachers, friends, and clients. At certain points, receiving feedback made me feel like I wasn’t good enough and that maybe graphic design wasn’t for me at all. Over time, however, I learned to see suggestions as guidance as tips rather than criticism. I gained…
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Currently and surprisingly, I am in my final semester of my studies, and the prospect of being an actual junior graphic designer is inching closer with each passing day. In fact, right now, I already work as one, taking on several clients at a time and designing their branding and websites. It has become apparent…
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New Wave / Punk Style As the final imagery for my leaflet, I created a New Wave/Punk Style poster. I used bold, high-contrast colors to capture the raw energy and rebellious mood of the punk aesthetic. To connect the design to my leaflet’s Japanese theme, I incorporated Japanese text alongside my own photograph, while additional…
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Psychedelic Poster Style Keiichi Tanaami is renowned for his vibrant, colorful, and surreal psychedelic posters. Since my leaflet aims to highlight key Japanese figures in each movement, including Tanaami was essential. Inspired by his signature use of bright neon colors and playful compositions, I designed my poster to frame him within the context of his…
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Pop Art Style As part of my project, I also created a Pop Art poster. Since my leaflet aims to inform viewers not only about the general Pop Art ideology but also its development in Japan, I chose to highlight Tadanori Yokoo as a representative Japanese Pop Art artist. While incorporating an image of Yokoo,…
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International Typographic Style / Swiss Style For my first assignment, I created a Swiss Style poster promoting the opening season at the Stavanger Concert House. I applied a strict grid system to achieve the clean, harmonious aesthetic characteristic of the Swiss Style. The design aimed to communicate the message clearly—not only through the written information,…
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