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Wrapping 2020 – 2021

by AIGA DC \ June 15, 2021

As we end our programming year, we wanted to look back on what the AIGA DC community has accomplished. Here are a few measures, illustrated!

Introducing Our Newest Board Members

by AIGA DC \ June 15, 2021

Based on an extraordinarily strong pool of nominations, the 2021 AIGA DC Nominating Committee selected nominees to fill open seats on the Board of Directors. We are excited to introduce our newest AIGA DC Board members

AAPI Heritage Month Creatives Spotlight

by Raksa Yin \ June 1, 2021

During May’s (AAPI) Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AIGA DC recognized AAPI creatives using creativity to tell their heritage story, public awareness of AAPI issues, or create something to benefit the AAPI community.

Answering Your Questions About DC Design Week 2021

by AIGA DC \ May 25, 2021

DC Design Week returns October 1-8, 2021. Bringing the community together is now more important than ever, so DCDW is pivoting to a community-curated model to better uplift and celebrate the voices of designers and artists who make up our region. Here are some answers to questions we've received.

Spotlighting Immigrant Designers

by Jessica Kerbo, Programming Coordinator \ April 20, 2021

Immigrant designers bring a unique perspective to the design world. AIGA DC is highlighting the work of a few of these professionals, and the paths they’ve taken along the way, including finding support from Upwardly Global, a nonprofit organization that empowers immigrants in the U.S. workforce.

Reece Quiñones is our AIGA DC 2021 Fellow

by Jessica Kerbo, Awards Chair \ March 30, 2021

Join us in celebrating Reece Quiñones, our AIGA DC 2021 Fellow Award recipient. The event will be held on Zoom, Saturday, May 22nd, 12:00-1:30pm ET. The AIGA DC Fellow Award is given to someone who represents the best of what the DC design community has to offer, through extensive involvement in AIGA DC, mentorship, and leadership in their field. RSVP details will be shared in a few weeks. Until then, save the date!

Freelance 101: Tax Considerations and Resources

by Amy Northard, The Accountants for Creatives \ February 17, 2021

If you freelance now or have thought about becoming a freelance designer, there is a lot to think about when it comes to taxes or legal considerations. Amy Northard, owner of The Accountants for Creatives, will provide insights and tips to consider.

Introducing the AIGA DC Event Recordings Archive

by AIGA DC \ February 2, 2021

We're excited to announce the launch of our Event Recordings Archive – a growing collection of workshops, demos & discussions from DC-area design professionals. Available exclusively to all AIGA members!

Announcing the 2020 – 2021 AIGA DC Design Continuum Fund Recipients

by AIGA DC \ December 1, 2020

We are proud that even in a pandemic we are able to award seven students from underrepresented backgrounds with a 2020-21 AIGA DC Design Continuum Fund Scholarship. Meet the recipients!

Power of Print for Public Discourse

by Mike O'Brien, AIGA DC Editor & Digital Content Chair \ October 9, 2020

Jesse Kirsch of Takoma-based No Plan Press is selling limited edition letterpress posters, pins and stickers to raise funds for voter registration initiatives. We’ll examine his fundraising campaigns and highlight other print-based endeavors in the area.

Juneteenth…what’s next?

by Leon Lawrence III, AIGA DC Design for Good Chair \ June 18, 2020

After the outrage, the protests, and the comprehension of the challenges that lie ahead for true equality and healing — what’s next?

AIGA DC stands against racism

by AIGA DC Board of Directors \ June 1, 2020

AIGA DC stands against racism, and with the Black community. We stand against not just individual acts of hate, but the systems of oppression and inequity that allow them to continue.