Emily Colburn, MFA 2013

Thesis Exhibition: April 10-13, 2013

Opening Reception: April 12, 6-8pm

Emily Colburn artwork, A-Z postcards

A to Z Around the Globe: A Collection of Typographic Postcard
5 x 7", 2012

Emily Colburn artwork, Salinger Book Covers

J.D. Salinger Book cover designs:
Catcher in the Rye, Franny & Zooey, & Nine Stories
8.5 x 5.5", 2012

What draws me to design is the pairing of utility and beauty. It’s not only necessary to create something that communicates a message clearly, but also to create something that is eye-catching. The excitement of design is how each solution is unique to the designer. My work tends to be vibrant, playful and is a reflection of my personality. The process also speaks to the individual designer. I tend to work in extremes—hand-done vs. clean graphics, excess vs. minimalism. Pursuing my MFA has allowed me to explore both and to explore how they can work together.

More information about Emily Colburn availalbe at http://www.emilycolburn.com/