Madtson, Zoey, artist2025-05-072025-05-072025https://hdl.handle.net/10217/240526Colorado State University Art and Art History Department capstone project.Capstone contains the artist's statement, a list of works, and images of works.The artist's statement: As a graphic designer who loves mixed media, I approach every project as a thoughtful collaboration one that begins with a firm foundation of understanding my clients' vision, values, and objectives. While working together we establish an evident direction of research, brainstorming, and mood-boarding that resonates with their crowd and speaks to their individual voice and identity. Another type of collaboration I use in my designs is all the techniques I have developed over my time spent at Colorado State University earning my BFA in graphic designs. I often explore hands-on processes like collage, printmaking, metalsmithing or hand-sketch elements to introduce texture and character into the design bridging the gap between the tangible and digital planes. As the project evolves, I transfer that same tactile energy into the digital space, melding hand-crafted elements with modern graphic techniques to create something highly visual, bold, and distinctive. I keep in touch throughout, providing updates and requesting feedback to make each stage feel considered and rooted in the concept. From sketch to screen, I see each project through with care, crafting work that's not only visually compelling but deeply rooted in authenticity and collaboration.born digitalStudent worksengCopyright and other restrictions may apply. User is responsible for compliance with all applicable laws. For information about copyright law, please see https://libguides.colostate.edu/copyright.graphic designText