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Academic Level at Time of Creation
Senior
Date of Creation
Spring 4-25-2025
Artist Statement
In my artistic practice, I delve into the intricate layers of childhood and medical trauma, navigating its impact on my present experiences and highlighting how the lasting effects, both physical and emotional, can be just as painful, isolating, and life-altering as the illness itself. My work merges design, branding, and personal experience by creating service posters, therapeutic products, a website, etc. for a counseling brand that supports people who have suffered from Leukemia or Lymphoma. I use colors that symbolize the illness suffered, balanced with calming tones, and bold shapes that serve as both accents and metaphors.
Graphic design has been my way of expressing emotions by offering a creative outlet. It provides a sense of organization that feels both curing and intentional, allowing me to channel emotions in a meaningful and functional way. Beyond personal expression, graphic design also serves as a powerful tool for conveying anger, sadness, and happiness while also functioning as a means of education. Through this body of work, I aim to raise awareness of the long-term effects of cancer, using design to translate these complex experiences into visuals that inform, engage, and resonate with others. By combining thoughtful composition, color, and typography, I hope to create a dialogue that highlights the lasting impact of the illness in a visually compelling way.
While I explore various mediums in my practice, digital art remains at the core of my work, whether through graphic design, illustration, or typography. The ability to build visual identities and communicate ideas through design is what drives my creative process. I’ve created a visual identity that includes large-format posters designed to promote key services in a clear and engaging way. Each poster features illustrations that visually communicate what the service offers, making the information both accessible and inviting. To further connect the design to the organization’s mission, I’ve incorporated droplet imagery, subtly referencing blood and, in turn, Leukemia, to add depth and symbolism to the work. I envision these posters displayed in patient waiting rooms or hallways, serving as both informative and reassuring visuals. Their goal is not just to advertise the organization’s services but to create a sense of support and accessibility for those who need it most.
As I continue my artistic path, I find inspiration in artists like Hannah Wilke, whose personal work reflects both her own experience with breast cancer and her mother’s battle with the same disease. Her ability to use art as a means of processing trauma has influenced my own approach, though I express it through a different medium. Like Wilke, I see art as both an emotional release and a way to spark conversation. I’m also drawn to the bold, directional typography of Saul Bass and the bold, san-serif work of Michael Bierut, both of which support how I integrate text and design to create work that is both expressive and communicative. Their approaches inspire me to consider how typography can shape meaning, guide the viewer, and reinforce the emotional impact of a piece. Looking ahead, I am especially drawn to brand design, where I can shape the visual identity of a project from the ground up. The challenge of crafting a cohesive brand and seeing it come to life is both exciting and deeply fulfilling, reinforcing my passion for design as a tool for storytelling and connection.
Advisor/Mentor
Jim Bryant; Scott Cook; Nicole Hand; Mike Martin; Lu Colby
Description
2-minute digital video
x3 Printed digital poster mounted on foam-core 23.5" x 38"
x3 Printed digital Social Slides mounted on foam-core 23.5" x 23.5"
Printed digital banner mounted on foam-core 72" x 23.5"
Printed digital mockup of social slides mounted on foam-core 10.5" x 7"
Printed digital Brochure mockup 8.5" x 11"
Printed digital notebook jacket mockup 12.6" x 4"
Printed digital candle label mockup 14" x 2"
Printed digital candle label mockup 9.5" x 3"
Printed digital Tea Box mockup 4" x 3.5" x 3"
Printed digital Sleep Therapy box mockup 5.7" x 9.5" x 2"
Printed digital Worry Stone Box mockup 2.3" x 2.3" x 2.3"
Printed digital Basil Grow Kit mockup 5.8" x 8.5" x 10"
Photo Credit
Photo credit: Trina Helson, 2025
Photo credit: Mike Martin, 2025
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 License.
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Moira C., "Beyond Remission" (2025). B.F.A. Practicum Exhibition (ART 498). 149.
https://digitalcommons.murraystate.edu/art498/149