IMOGEN'S BLOG

Looking through Imogen's blog to find out who she is. 

Points of interest...

• Love old, vintage looking textures/shades/type
• Interested in subliminal things, things not so obvious to the eye and need thought
• Subliminal messages within the use of geometric shapes and lines
• Simplicity is key in communication..."Simplicity is about subtracting the obvious, and adding the meaningful."
• Love paper craft and decorative things such as wrapping and decorations
• A sense of humour in graphic design is always appreciated
• Quote: 'Where you invest your love, you invest your life'

In order to get an overall view of the type of stuff Imogen's interested in, I went through her blogs and made notes on things that I thought could be incorporated into the double page spread.


1. Aztec pattern
Throughout her blogs, there is continuous mention of aztec patterns, and they are even being used in one of her current briefs where she has gone ahead and created her own designs.
Below are some of Imogen's stunning aztec glasses designs.

2. Pattern in general
A lot of pattern is featured throughout Imogen's blog, be it as part of her own work, or that of others. I have noticed a lot of geometric patterns, aztec and also the patterns used on Paperchase products.
Imogen's interest in pattern, shape and line may possibly stem from her love of maths, something that I have taken note of from past briefs. 

3. Where you invest your love, you invest your life

I am uncertain as to whether or not Imogen has picked up on this quote from the Mumford & Sons track Awake My Soul, or it is just a saying that she is aware of. However, I think it says a lot about Imogen's character, and she probably has her priorities in order. Love evidently makes up a big part of who she is and what she does, putting her energy into the things, or even those, that she is passionate about.

'Is your time and dedication to people, places and passions investments of your love into them, with the dividends from it deposited back into your own heart? Will your life become impoverished if you fail to invest your love wisely?

What do you invest your love in? Have you ever been like a venture capitalist in love and poured your heart into something or someone with the hope of a great return, but no guarantee of it? If so, what were the results? Did you give your heart to someone and get it back with interest, or did you just walk away with a pen?'

(source)

4. Colour

When asked, Imogen stated that her favourite colour in particular was navy. However, she was also partial to burgundy, forest green and turquoise - "vintage colours that are slightly drained". 

I played around with some colours on Illustrator, and came up with some possible shades that may fit the bill.

5. Simplicity
Imogen talks of simplicity quite a lot within her work and she enjoys it within others as well.
The quote "simplicity is about subtracting the obvious and adding the meaningful" crops up quite a few times, and I am aware that this is something she wanted to focus her C.o.P publication. It therefore must mean a lot to her and I feel it would be really interesting to work towards something that reflects this. A simple design that still reflects Imogen's personality and main points that need to be included.

6. Crucifix
Also this isn't something that I've come across on Imogen's blog, I am aware that she is very attached to her cross necklace. This type of imagery could be included as it ties in nicely with the idea of simplicity and meaning, as well as Imogen's favourite quote from M&Sons.

Imogen appears to appreciate a lot of design, ranging from vintage packaging and work from the modernist era, to Peter Crawley's illustrative techniques. Because of this, I'm going to have to really focus my work, and look at one main aspect of my partner, be it an answer to one of the interview questions, a pattern or even her favourite quote.