Graphic design encompasses a wide range of specialties, industries, and media, all with their own unique obstacles and considerations. Moore's Graphic Design curriculum provides a wide range of specialized classes so students can learn essential skills, explore different avenues and pursue their dream careers.
During the fall semester of their junior year, Graphic Design students explore the challenges of working in three dimensions in "3D Applications in Graphic Design," a required course that covers several aspects of package design, exhibit design and environmental design.
As part of this year’s coursework, students were asked to conceptualize and execute a design for a subscription box, including a professionally printed exterior box and three to four additional package structures inside. While the project encouraged students to apply design principles in 3D, it also required them to create a cohesive set while still maintaining the identity of each individual product.
In addition, students were asked to focus on the user experience: How did their design elements create an intentional experience? When someone opened their box, how would it all fit together?
The concepts behind the subscription boxes put the students’ creative vision and innovative thinking on display. From gaming accessories to flower arranging to the cross-section of reading and cat ownership, no idea was out of reach.
After creating the layouts for the exterior boxes, students had the opportunity to develop the real-world skill of print preparation. They followed specifications and guidelines from an external printing company, PackM, who provided an educational discount for the class.
The project wrapped up in an exciting and gratifying way as students saw their boxes come together for a final critique. Kudos to the Graphic Design students involved for stepping up the challenge!
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Subscription boxes designed by Kayla-Rose Driscoll '25, Quinevere Gehman '25, Kel Pilla '25, and Jenn Ngyuen '25. Photos by Claudia Rubio '24 and Luna Wroblewski '24.
