Visual Journals 2010-2024
Audience: Design Museum visitors, students interested in study abroad, scrapbookers, travelers
Location: UC Davis Design Museum and International Center Lobby
Purpose: This exhibition brings together a selection of visual journals belonging to students who participated in the UC Davis Design in Europe study abroad program. These highly creative journals are not only treasured travel keepsakes but represent moments in time when new experiences, knowledge, and friendships were forged.
This exhibition is a partnership between the UC Davis Department of Design and Global Affairs.
Designers: Emma O'Connor, Jadzia Pho
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Preparation
Loan Management
Loan Management
Loan Management
We contacted program alumni to establish loan agreements and delivery. When journals arrived we notified the lenders and recorded the condition report.
Spatial Design
Loan Management
Loan Management
I configured the tables to guide visitors to circle around the tables then end at the activity area. I constantly checked that we complied with ADA standards and that the space did not feel cramped at different points.
Graphic Design
2D Graphics
Installation
Installation
The teaser graphics feature photos taken of every student that went on the program. The central banner highlights the four main cities with common mediums that were used in the journals.
Installation
Installation
Installation
We installed the 30ft wide title wall letters individually after aligning them to one another, sourced furniture, taped down the rug, and positioned the book cradles.
Design Process
Display
Experience
Experience
The display was inspired by "journaling parties" where students would gather in common rooms and share supplies. The visitor should feel the spirit of the program by seeing how the spreads interact with each other.
Experience
Experience
Experience
I wanted visitors to have a space to be inspired. We decided to create an open journaling table with photos of students journaling in public spaces displayed on the wall to feel like a dining room.