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Big Dream Igishushanyo Mbonera by Alice Zong

Big Dream Igishushanyo Mbonera by Alice Zong is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza in Igishushanyo cy'Amashusho Competition Category.


IfezaAmashusho· 2023

Big Dream Igishushanyo Mbonera

by Alice Zong

Client: Alice Zong Design

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza Winner in Amashusho Category

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The Design

About Big Dream Igishushanyo Mbonera

Igishushanyo mbonera cyunvikana ukwezi kwahariwe umurage wabanyamerika muri pasifika ya Aziya hamwe nuruvange rwimiterere gakondo kandi igezweho ifata ishingiro ryubuhanzi gakondo bwabashinwa. Nuanced brushstroke yerekana ubwiza nuburebure bwubuhanzi. Ubushakashatsi bugaragaza impuzandengo yubuhanga n’akamaro k’umuco bihwanye n’imyandikire y’Abashinwa, byerekana akamaro kayo mu muco wa Aziya. Igishushanyo mbonera nticyigihe, guhuza ibihangano nigishushanyo cyo guhuza ubwiza bwashize mugihe utegura inzira igana ahazaza, muguhimbaza umuco wabanyamerika ya pasifika.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza

Big Dream Igishushanyo Mbonera ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Ifeza, ishimwe ridasanzwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo byo ku rwego rwo hejuru, byiza kandi bikora ku mutima. Abegukanye Ifeza ni ibihangano by'ubuhanga bukomeye kandi bifite guhanga kwinshi, bigaragaza ubuhanga bwimbitse, impano n'ubushishozi bw'ababihanze. Big Dream Igishushanyo Mbonera biteganyijwe ko izaba igihangano cy'icyitegererezo, gifite ubunyamwuga bukomeye n'udushya twimbitse. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Ifeza ni igihangano kizwi kandi gishimwa, gifasha kugura imbibi z'ubuhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga. Big Dream Igishushanyo Mbonera ni igihangano benshi bifuza, gikangura ibyifuzo, gitanga amarangamutima meza kandi gitera igitangaza.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
This project is distinguished by its focus on Chinese calligraphy and its cultural significance to Asian Pacific American heritage. It blends traditional and modern styles, showcasing the beauty and richness of the art form through nuanced brushstrokes. The fusion of traditional and modern styles creates a timeless and relevant design language, where art and design merge to create a visual language that transcends boundaries and connects us to the beauty of the past while forging a path towards the future. This study exhibits a fine balance of sophistication and cultural richness that is synonymous with Chinese calligraphy, highlighting the art form's cultural importance and relevance to Asian Pacific American heritage.
Dimensions & Packaging
Width 10-inch x Height 10-inch visual design
Tags
Visual design, Digital design, Graphic design, Typography, Color, Chinese Elements
Production Technology
In the spirit of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the designer conducted research on traditional Chinese elements and utilized innovative technologies to create a stunning design. Using Adobe Illustrator, digital Kanji strokes were translated and written, while Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom CC were used to create a layout and combine the Kanji strokes of Big Dream with photography backgrounds. The result is a beautiful blend of traditional and modern techniques that celebrate the cultural significance of Chinese calligraphy and its relevance to Asian Pacific American heritage.
Design Challenge
This project balanced traditional Chinese calligraphy with modern design, honoring the significance of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Extensive research, including traveling to China and consulting with calligraphers, fully understood the art form's cultural significance. The stunning poster design seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, showcasing the timeless beauty of Chinese calligraphy while embracing contemporary design. It highlights the rich cultural heritage of Asian Pacific Americans and the importance of celebrating their contributions to art and design.
Research
The research traced the roots of Chinese calligraphy, exploring the Kanji symbol for "Big Dream." Learning from master calligraphers in China, I gained a deeper appreciation for the beauty and complexity of this art form, capturing its essence in my designs. This journey celebrates Asian American Heritage Month, my culture, and heritage, and highlights the importance of our dreams for our future.
Inspiration
This visual design draws inspiration from Chinese calligraphy, creating a unique and exquisite aesthetic that honors the richness of the Asian culture. The Kanji symbol for "Dream" represents the endless possibilities in the environment, striking a balance of sophistication and cultural richness synonymous with Chinese calligraphy. Each brush stroke captures the essence of traditional Chinese art, reflecting a deep appreciation for cultural heritage. The design language is timeless and relevant, merging art and design to connect us to the beauty of the past while forging a path towards the future, in celebration of the richness of Asian Pacific American culture.
Project Duration
The project was started in Nov 2021 in the U.S. and finished in March 2023
Operation Flow
This experimental visual layout was created with a focus on design concepts and a deep appreciation for cultural heritage, in honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. The translated calligraphy art Chinese Kanji strokes of Big Dream were incorporated into Photoshop to create a distinctive and delicate impressionistic style that reflects the exquisite elegance and rich cultural heritage of China. This unique style is intended to be utilized across all visual materials and communications for the brand, connecting with audiences and forging a path towards the future while honoring the past.
Patents
Alice Zong
Team Members
Alice Zong
Image Credits
Image #1: Designer/Creator Alice Xi Zong, Variations, 2023
Optional Image #1: Designer/Creator Alice Xi Zong, Variations, 2023
Optional Image #2: Designer/Creator Alice Xi Zong, Variations, 2023
Optional Image #3: Designer/Creator Alice Xi Zong, Variations, 2023
Optional Image #4: Designer/Creator Alice Xi Zong, Variations, 2023

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