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D&AD Student Awards 2012 Pure Graphic Brief

Brief :

As a supplement to it’s magazine, ‘Circular’, The Circle wish to produce a series of special books/publications on specific people who have given talks for The Circle. These publications can be of any size & format but should work as a series. They do not have to be like a magazine but should be thought of as books or ‘special editions’. You will need to research through the Circle website who has given talks to establish who you would like to feature (www.typocircle.com). The style of the publications must NOT be a copy or pastiche of the designer you are featuring. But should be a distinct & original typographic solution that would sit well with the other material the Circle has produced.

Background :

The Typographic Circle has existed since the 1970s when it was a started as the Type Directors Club of London. Its aim is to promote all aspects of typographic excellence & experimentation without prejudice. The Circle is also a social organisation, which is a very important aspect to

its success. There are no criteria for being able to become a member, only an interest in typography. The Circle has achieved much of this success by hosting regular talks featuring a huge cross-section of practitioners from the world of typography, design & advertising. In addition a magazine has been published once a year to help promote see events, called ‘Circular’.

Deliverables:

Choose 3 designers, writers or typographers who have given talks for the Circle and produce a Cover & at least 4 spreads on each individual. You will need to include the Circle’s logo on the cover.

Consideration should be given to format and size but a digital approach would also be acceptable.

Deliverables (Entry) Upload images of your work. You may also post a supportting physical copy of your work and/or upload a zip folder of supporting interative work.