workshops
proposed workshops at gdw
*The workshop is open for high school and university students only.
Workshop 1 : TYPOGRAPHY Workshop
This workshop is an introduction to Typography where participants will try to creatively create the word "Typography" with materials that can be found on campus (preferably recyclable).
Workshop Summary:
• Introduce what Typography is to the participants
• Participants will be split into groups of 4 or 5
• Participants will go around campus to find items that can be made Into typefaces (these Include branches and packaging materials from junk food)
Design Example:
Workshop 2 : ZINE POSTER Workshop
Duration: 2 hours
This workshop is an introduction to zine design, where participants will design a zine that best introduces themselves. The main page will feature an illustration of the participant, while the second page will be divided into eight main sections with the following topics: hobby, the place they grew up, favorite food, favorite animal, favorite person in the world, horoscope, MBTI, etc. Some of these items may span across two pages. Participants are encouraged to share about themselves via graphics and illustrations.
Workshop Summary:
• Introduce what zines are
• Participants will list out things that they want to share
• Participants are encouraged to draw out what they know about themselves
*The session will take place within 1 - 1.5 hours per session, excluding briefing sessions such as introduction to the session. Participants are required to finish the task within the provided time and the design of the word should consist of a theme of their choice.
End result:
The participants are required to share their designs and tell the audiences who they are via their Illustrations. They may also get to know themselves better through the process.
Samples:
Disclaimer: The session will be adjusted accordingly to suit the duration, number, proficiency, maturity of participants, venue, and/or any contributing factors that may affect the successful delivery of the session.