I knew nothing about graphic design before taking this class. Now, I know the core principles and am able to recognize how apply them when I work on a project. I also know more about fonts than I ever thought I would in my entire life.

GQ’s iPad magazine differs very little from their print format. They use Gotham font on all of their covers.

Headline: Boston Strongman

Deck: David Ortiz is brute October force, inarguably one of the greatest postseason sluggers ever, but there is a Tao of Papi that goes beyond the raw power and three rings. As a study in resilience and seizing big moments, his story is the story of Boston itself.

This layout is a personality feature on former Chicago Bear’s QB Jim McMahon. Even though it’s text heavy, the photos they do use focus on the individual and help drive the story. I also like the use of pulled quotes throughout the article.

I was going for a clean, and easy to read look. I want people to get the impression that I’m a creative energetic self-starter. I didn’t want to put my initials side-by-side, so I decided to make an implied shape inside the “D.” I chose red not only because it’s an eye-catching color, but because the red, white, and black all create an appealing design.

Steve McCurry’s website is an instant draw. All of the photos he uses in his slideshow have excellent use of spot color and have great composition. The elements are all very eye-catching.