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What is Graphic Design?

This article titled “What is Graphic Design?” really helped me to fully understand how graphic designer use images, text and fonts to pull their audience in. I have tried in the past to do some mediocre graphic design work but I would really like to lean how different fonts and sizes affect the overall perception of the message. This article made me really think about the psychology behind graphic design. From image-based, type-based and the hybrid of image and type designs, each has their very own way of most effectively communicating a message. I am really interested in logo designs and how to create works that are both visually appealing and effectively stick with the audience in the future.

The question I pose to the author is, how does psychology play into graphic design? I am aware that it is a major components of designing text, logos and visual imagery but what exactly does the audience respond to and how do graphic designers determine this? This aspect plays a huge role in how effectively the message you want to portray is administered.

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Good Design

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I feel that both of these minimalist designs are very clean and simple. They also both clearly display the purpose of the advertisement; that these products are made with fresh ingredients.

Bad Design

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In the first design, it is very hard to distinguish and read the words quickly in my opinion mostly due to the font and color differences. The second design is just awful; there is way too much text, the swirling background is distracting and there is really no direct focus.