Friday, February 3, 2017

OUGD505 - Ethics and Sustainability in Graphic Design

Ethics
Beliefs. Moral principles that governs a persons behaviour.

Do you think Ethics is important in Graphic Design?
It's important to design work in what you believe in.

What defines 'good' in Graphic Design?
Crediting other peoples work (copyright). Not wasting materials and being sustainable.

What principles?
Honesty. Charity work.

'A designer must be professionally, culturally and socially responsible for the impact of his or her design has on citizenry' - Steven Heller.

Sustainability
Reducing waste/be more environmentally friendly.

Social equity + Economic Prosperity = Equitable
Economic Prosperity + Environmental Stewardship = Viable
Environmental Stewardship + Social Equity = Bearable

How does sustainability relate to ethics?
The materials and resources in packaging.

Sustainable issue mapping
Financial
Social
Environmental
Personal

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