was fantastic.
Not your usual have-a-quick-snooze conference, but filled with comedic wit and talented creators genuine to share knowledge.
The 3-day forums are almost like an Australian design-based Ted Talks, replacing financially influential investors with
inquisitive and ambitious students.
An absolutely great set-up of speakers coming from a wide range of disciplines, not just graphic designers or design-specific occupations. It seems as though over the last decade or two, design thinking and business design have begun to influence all genres of society.
Our multidisciplinary society and culture has expanded to multitasking individuals and studios, seeking inspiration from each other in music, fashion, design, art and the list goes on.
What reflected this was the welcome of varied speakers; chef Guy Grossi, milliner Richard Nylon, and international graphic designers Fanette Millier from France, Ken Miki from Japan. Just to name a few!
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Each speaker was undeniably incredible and although it takes confidence to speak before 2 and a half thousand audience members, it is just as easy sharing your own work and personal achievements. Throw in a few easy, or controversial, jokes and it's downhill from there!
Having caught a few of the presentations, Nick Bell from the UK began the 40-speaker forum. Here's the lodown:
Having worked as Eye Magazine's Creative Director for 8 years and a highly recognised creative force in the UK, Nick Bell has since begun Nick Bell UK, specialising in installation design. Nick showed us through a project recently completed at London's Science Museum, entitled Atmosphere. An installation informing the impact of climate change and other changes in our environment, in a relatable and interactive form.
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There is a heavy weight that our changing environment is placing on the way we work, with pressure on the use of clever materials and the way we choose to design.
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Elizabeth Delfs showcased her beautiful garments that cross between art and built environment, and her insight into her Fashion Theory. A Perth-based artist and designer, her inspiration is heavily influenced by the works of fellow designers Rei Kawakubo, Yohji Yamamoto and Issey Miyake.
Simon Pole of Woods/Bagot, is a truly energetic and talented guy. Having played professional baseball for years, he is now an established leader of interior design having worked abroad extensively. Being involved with fellow top-notch creators only inspires your work further. And although Simon is a leader himself, he has also collaborated with many, including Zaha Hadid.
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It's been a unanimous word of advice in the conference, to be generous with knowledge and to surround yourself with those better than you.
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Stephen Dupont is a photojournalist with a strong passion for publishing his beautiful works in book form. Even if it is in limited numbers, the books are raising international awareness of his photographed subjects being accumulated by various museums and galleries around the world. It's a true inspiration for everyone to create, and a huge emphasis on quality not quantity.
Christopher Doyle is a really great graphic designer. With a great humour to boot! He's unashamedly honest about everything he does, giving him intense appeal and admiration from any who sees his work.
The JungleBoys produce TV commercials and programs, including branded entertainment and corporate films with a hilarious edge. Comedic productions that are refreshingly honest, and at times controversial, yet unforgettable. Taking a chance everytime, really makes a difference for successful work.
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