SOCIAL VALUE
Millions of people across the UK now live in New Towns thanks to cross country planning after the second world war however, many are unaware of this local history. This event will allow the public to learn about this legacy in an engaging yet graphically inspiring exhibition. It is a chance for students to curate a live project whilst the public can engage in the work in which students are producing at Manchester School of Architecture. It is crucial that the audience will leave the exhibition feeling encouraged that the future of their cities are moving forward by the education of the past.

INITIAL EXHIBITION

An exhibition at the Holden art gallery on the 22nd to the 27th of January showcased all the 5th years research methods outputs. This allowed us to experiment with the curation and spatial layout of an exhibition space prior to the events. The Polaroid displays the four case studies and models that will be exhibited at The Modernist Gallery during for the event.

ANNOUNCEMENT: WORKSHOP

SAVE THE DATE: 4th of May

WHO? Malcolm Garrett
WHEN? 04.05.20
WHAT? Graphic Design Workshop

We are delighted to confirm that Malcolm Garrett will be joining us on the 4th of May to talk to us about graphic design and what tips, tricks and advice he can share with us for the layout of posters, leaflets and booklets for the exhibition. His expertise will be invaluable to all involved in the NEWTOPIA project.

Malcolm Garrett, creative director of the design group Images&Co, has a wide spectrum of graphic design expertise but especially in interaction and interface design. He studied graphic design at Manchester Polytechnic in the 70’s, where he established a career rooted in Manchester music and culture – from his record sleeves for Buzzocks and Magazine to the identity of Manchester’s home of digital content The Sharp Project. He is an Ambassador for Manchester School of Art, and co-founder of Design Manchester.

In 2000 he became the first interaction designer appointed by Royal Designer and was elected Master of the Faculty of Royal Designers for Industry from 2013-15. In 2015 he was one of the first ten designers inducted into the Design Week Hall of Fame, and in 2016 was names one of 50 Creative Leaders by Creative Review.


To take a sneak peek at his graphic design work, music, audio, video, writings and social media, please follow the link below:
https://malcolmgarrett.com/

Or take a look at his innovative consultancy and design practice focused on culture and identity in cities, organisations and public environments, please follow the link below:
https://images.co.uk/

You are invited!

Invitation to the Newtopia event on the 7th of may 2020 6 - 8pm.

All welcome and free entry, just remember to grab a ticket from Eventbrine closer to the date!

Drinks and nibbles provided, we cant wait to see you there!