22.10.2024:
They Read #02: Feminist Designer
A bold and timely collection that brings feminist theory and critical thinking to life through vital, approachable design methods and practices.
Feminist Designer brings together a constellation of voices and perspectives to examine the intersection of design and feminist theory. For decades, the feminist refrain within design has hinged on the representation and inclusion of women in the field. This collection, edited by Alison Place, however, is a call to move beyond this narrow application. Feminist design is not just about who does design—it is about how we do design and why. Feminist frameworks for design activism are now more relevant than ever, as they emphasize collaborative processes that aim to disrupt and dismantle power hierarchies while centering feminist ways of knowing and doing.
We are excited that we have Alison as a guest on our second meetup of THEY READ – she will present the book and answer live all your questions.
When?
October 22, 2024 / 7pm CET
Where?
Online, via Whereby
Where can I purchase the book?
You can purchase the book online, here.
The publisher’s page leads to many vendors.
I live outside of the shipping zone or cannot afford the book – can I still join?
Yes, sure you can – the more the merrier! Just email us and we might find a solution with some free samples pages 🙂
About Alison:
Alison Place is a designer, educator and writer whose work explores the intersection of design and feminist theory as a space for critical making and radical speculation. She is an associate professor of graphic design at the University of Arkansas School of Art, where she also serves as the director of the graphic design program. She has held several leadership roles in the design community, including serving two terms on the AIGA Design Educators Community National Steering Committee, and has earned multiple national awards for her research and creative work, including the Design Incubation Award for Published Scholarship. Previously, she worked for more than ten years as a creative director and designer for nonprofit and higher education institutions. She earned an M.F.A. in experience design from Miami University of Ohio, as well as degrees in graphic design and journalism from the University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning.
