Project parameters
The Miami Student Magazine is a student-led, written, and designed magazine that puts out an issue twice a year. Look Both Ways was written by student Hailey Tessman, and I was asked to design the layout for the 18th issue of the magazine. This two-spread layout embodies the uncertainty and panic of the narrator, as she retells her story of being hit by a car.
Deliverables
Process
Approaching the themes of this story was difficult. How do I help the readers visualize the emotions of being hit by a car without being offensive to the victim? I decided to use atmospheric visual elements that could bring readers into the story.
Designing this issue, I was a part of a larger layout team. We had two meetings, the first was to get to know all of the articles so that we could ideate together on the potential design directions. We chose our favorites and created mood boards featuring imagery, typography, hierarchy, and color inspiration. We met again to look over our boards and first drafts, giving each other technical feedback, looking for opportunities, problem-solving, and drawing inspiration from each other.