Graphic Design in the Postmodern Era
Discover how graphic design evolved through postmodernism, rejecting traditional principles for eclectic and experimental styles.
Dive into a world where design breaks the rules—exploring postmodern eclecticism, the power of 'ugliness,' and a bold rejection of traditional beauty standards to redefine the visual world.
Discover how graphic design evolved through postmodernism, rejecting traditional principles for eclectic and experimental styles.
Explore a critique of design that challenges conventions and embraces chaos, questioning traditional norms in the process.
Unpack the argument for 'ugly' design as a reaction against mainstream aesthetics and the pursuit of beauty.
This collection of article and essays explores how design challenges the norm by embracing new and unconventional styles. From postmodernism’s mix of different influences to the bold use of ‘ugliness’ to break beauty standards, these article and essays show how design reflects and pushes against cultural trends, encouraging a fresh way of thinking about how we create and interpret visual work.