Meg Merriman: capstone

Abstract

The artist's statement: My graphic design practice blends vintage inspiration with modern chic sensibilities to create work that feels both familiar and newly imagined. I’m drawn to the visual language of the past—its textures, typography, and nostalgic color palettes—but I approach these references through a contemporary lens, using bold color, clean structure, and intuitive composition to build designs that resonate with today's audiences. Working primarily with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, I explore a wide variety of styles as I continue to develop my own. This openness to experimentation is central to my process. I learn by trying, layering, adjusting, and discovering what visual choices feel most honest to my evolving voice as a designer. Color is often the emotional anchor in my work, guiding mood and guiding the relationship between vintage influence and modern form. Whether I'm creating brand identities, layout designs, or illustrative pieces, I strive to create visuals that feel intentional, balanced, and inviting, reflecting where I've been as an artist and where I'm still headed. My BFA repository represents this ongoing exploration: a collection of designs shaped by curiosity, stylistic range, and a love for transforming the old into something distinctly my own.