1. Do Now While our computers are loading up: In your own words what do you think this famous graphic designer David Carson is trying to tell you as a future designer? Be prepared to discuss. “You have to utilize who you are in your work. Nobody else can do that: nobody else can pull from your background, from your parents, your upbringing, your whole life experience.” —David Carson

2. David Carson on Design http://www.ted.com/talks/david_carson_on_design.html Let’s listen to David Carson speak. As you listen write down things that you hear him say about design. What message is he trying to share with you as the audience. Be prepared to share.

3. Logo of a band by David Carson

4. Logo of a club by David Carson

5. David Carson’s business card

6. Logo of a Food company by David Carson

7. T Shirt logo of a band by David Carson

8. Message Ad Campaign by David Carson