Journal 23

This is a pattern on the back of my Levi Jeans. It is an example of a tactile texture.

Journal 18

This is my favorite image of Judy Pfaff's work. This piece of art uses individual line structures to create a cohesive art work. The lines aren't uniform but this adds to the appeal of the piece by creating a realistic like tree root.

Journal 14

The Marshall logo is a well designed logo because of its cursive font. The Logo also uses the black material as a background to increase contrast and make it easily visible. The black backdrop of the logo makes it pop and easily recognizable from a distance. The use of cursive in itself is using repetition of form.

Well Designed Logo in the Wild

This is the Alienware head on the back of my computer. This logo is simplistic, well designed, and easy to recognize. The logo uses Gestalt principles to form the eyes of the alien. The logo is easily recognizable from a distance is stands out from the myriad of other logos that are found on computers.

Favorite Chip Kidd Design

This design by Chip Kidd for DC Comics is one of my favorite works. The design uses contrasting colors to form a very eye catching design. If you are a fan of the Watchmen series of comics, you know exactly who this particular issue is about without reading the text of the cover.

Well Designed Poster - Alienware

This is a poster for Alienware computers. This poster uses the famous Alien head logo and the language that the company created. The language is used on every computer inscribe the name of the user somewhere on the chassis. This poster catches the eye with the use of contrasting colors. The greenish color of the alien head coupled with the white glow behind it and the black background provides a great design. The white text is easy to read and see.

Illusionary "S"

This is an interesting image from Bluefaqs. This image uses a gestalt principle that superimposes the "s" in illusion by creating the outline and letting our brain fill in the blank. The design is simple and goes with the word illusion since we are seeing a letter that is actually not there.