Study Task 1 - Icebreaker

Identify and explain 5 reasons why you chose to study on this course?

• I feel Leeds is extremely similar to Manchester in terms of what it has to offer as a city. It also isn't very far from Manchester which I liked the idea of.
• My sister attended Leeds Metropolitan so I had an idea of what was to be expected of Leeds as a whole. She also stayed in the same accommodation and highly recommended it.
• One of the main reasons I chose the course was based on my interview. It was completely different to any of the others I attended and was definitely the most enjoyable.
• The reason I chose Graphic Design in particular is because I've always wanted to do something different to my friends and have always had a keen eye for things that are visually pleasing.

Identify and explain 5 things that you want to learn during your time on the course

• How to present my work in a professional manner.
• I have a strong passion for screen printing however have only experimented with it once. I would also like to try other forms of printing with typography.
• I wish to further and develope skills within different Adobe programes especially Dreamweaver.
• I would like to get an idea for the sort of prices you should be charging when designing independantly
• Outside of the course I hope to learn how to manage money and cook for myself.

Identify and explain 5 things that inspire you 

• I keep up to date with various Graphic Design blogs such as; Behance, New Grids and Its Nice That.
• I love trainer design and the stories behind especially the work of Tinker Hatfield who designed the Air Max 1.
• I have a strong passion for collecting Vinyl records and I am inspired by the individuality of the sleeve artwork.
• Street Art
• I-D Magazine, The Gentlewoman, GQ and various independent publications

Identify and explain 5 things that you think are your strengths

• I constantly write lists of the tasks I need to do and always try to stay as organised as possible.
• I am interested in layout design and typography which Is a strong aspect in Graphic Design.
• Connecting with other creatives on a daily basis is something I enjoy and helps my own personal creative process.
• Experimenting with new creative processes is something I thoroughly enjoy and I think will help me to acquire my own unique design style.