Color in Design

Commercial products in this day and age need to find specific ways to identify and separate themselves from the other competitors. Often times one of the most effective ways to bring attention to your brand or company in advertisements is through the use of color. In this picture is an example of what I think is a really good use of color. Even though this ipod apple advertisement is only made up of basically three colors (for example yellow, black, and white) they are all bright and eye catching. The colors are more of a flat color of pink green and yellow so its not too bright but bright enough to catch someones attention. The use of the black person on the brighter background really helps contrast the two light and dark pallets but yet still brings focus to the actual point of the advertisement by using white to bring the last attention of your eye to the ipod/ product! I think that the colors are very effective as well because these bright colors to me, give me a sense of happiness which is what i would then associate with the Apple product. Also, the use of the black on the dancing people makes the viewer focus on that person and really absorb that this product can be a fun and useful product. Though they are simple colors they are all balanced equally on the advertisement as to allow your eye to really absorb everything the ad is trying to convey.

What is graphic design?!

Many people wonder what exactly is graphic design? What purpose does it serve in our everyday lives?


In my opinion, graphic design can be represented by a number of artistic and professional qualities, which focus on visual communication and presentation of an idea, product, or anything, to the public eye. Graphic design is a way of taking a product, for instance, and transforming that product into a visual aid for people to see. Through graphic design people can begin to recognize the product and associate specific qualities of graphic design, such as pictures, logos, symbols, etc., with the product or whatever is being used. Graphic design is a way to recognize and relate a symbol or idea to the people using visual aid which often times are stronger than words themselves. Also, in my opinion graphic design is much more than using just any old picture or symbol to help associate with a product, but it is also using computer abilities to change and enhance certain things graphics that couldn't be done by hand, and makes it more appealing for the eye to see. Graphic design is all around us in the world today no matter where one lives. Graphic design is the symbols for gas stations, such as citgo, or specific restaurants, such as jimmy johns, to the commercials you see on TV. Its found in posters, commercials, and dominates the Internet today. Either way, Graphic Design is a specific art and professional way of page lay outs and designs for visual communication which is taking over the world one design at a time.

CHANGE!

“CHANGE HAS ARRIVED” was the common theme amongst the newspapers all over America today. The election for the 44th president of the United States of America was one that will forever be held in the hearts of millions; and history. As my first election to be able to participate in, I am proud to say that my first election will go down in history. Personally, I have never been into politics and have never known much about the parties or candidates running to president or any other positions. But, this time was different. As time came closer to make one of the most important decisions I have made up to this time in my life, I started to realize how important this election had become. The fact that there was even a possibility of having a first woman as president, first woman as vice president or even the dream of the first African American president was slowly becoming a reality. I am proud to say that I helped Barack Obama prove to not only a nation, but to the world that a new time has come and now no matter what color or race or prejudice one may have against them, anything is possible now, anything. As Barack said in his acceptance speech last night, “Yes we can… move forward as one nation.” He said it didn’t matter what race you are anymore, democratic or republican, he is not just the president of those peoples\ who voted for him but for the nation. His goal is to help bring America closer together than ever, black, white, yellow, pink… doesn’t matter anymore. Its time for change, and I think that America and its people have been waiting for it! Last night, at his speech in Chicago, everyone came together and made it obvious that they were happy with the outcome. Black or White, Baracks speech was moving and full of truths about the nation and what they have to come; good and bad. This is a much needed step forward for a better future tomorrow. Racial barriers will someday no longer exist but in the history books. And Barack proves this with the nations support and votes.

Saving Money!!

This summer I worked at a bar in downtown Milwaukee. I made at least $150 every Friday and Saturday night and got to make it in an environment I really enjoyed. At the end of the summer I realized that with my hard class schedule I would not be able to continue on with my job due to lack of transportation and my demanding class schedules. Classes like Global Marketing, Stats, and PR classes lead to very expensive books ranging from $95-$175 or more. I wanted to save as much of the money I made this summer as I could and decided to start looking for an alternative way to get books for cheaper. I didn't really know where to look until about three weeks before school started. One of my good friends was talking to me online and had told me about how she had saved up to $200 on books this semester because she found a site she could rent them off of. I was a little unsure about the renting books concept because I had never heard of it until now, but I decided to look into it. Chegg.com was the name of the website, and i completely recommend it to everyone who wants to save money on books. My global marketing book, normally $185, I rented for around $85 (the most I even paid to rent a book). I completely recommend the site and will continue to use it for the time left I have at Marquette University to save as much money as possible! 

About Me:

My name is Kara Anne Mullikin. My mother actually picked my name because of the nickname "Kari Annie," that her father gave her when she was younger. Since my grandfather died before I could meet him, she decided to name me Kara Anne, nickname "Kari Annie" as somewhat a memory of him.

Born: July 26, 1988

Birth place: Racine, Wisconsin

Year: Junior at Marquette University

Major: Public Relations
Minors: Double minoring in Spanish for the professions and Marketing



Struggles to the top:
Marquette University is a highly ranked Jesuit university, but I didnt always think that I would make it into such a great University or a University at all. When I was younger, I was transfered from school to school because of school district changes in my area. By the time i was in 5th grade, I had attended up to three different schools all of which were in less fortunate areas of the city of Racine. The changes began taking a toll on both me and my education. It seemed like every time I began to settle into my new school the school disctrict would put me into another one. Though my parents, knowing I didnt take well to changes, fought and fought for me to stay put, the school disctrics were relentless. My last public school I attended actually wound up closing because the area could no longer financially support it. This was the last straw for my parents, so they sent me to a college preporatory school close to home. This was a huge challange for me comming from practically no schooling to homework,tests, and projects. I was completely lost and started losing hope in myself and school all together. By Freshman year of highschool I had given up in school completely and my peers and teachers had noticed. I had one teacher who would always make comments regarding how I couldnt get good grades and should just not try and participate in class discussions. A peer of mine also made a comment suggesting that i was unable to even edit a paper; small but a significant comment. These comments outraged me and pushed me harder than I ever could have imagened to prove to myself and them that I was capable of much more. My parents and teachers helped me change my life around. I eventually rose my GPA from a 2.5 freshman year of high school to a 3.5 by the end of my sophomore year. If it wasnt for my drive to better myself and my parents support I dont think that i would have made it to Marquette University. But, it just goes to show that if you lose hope, just remembering to believe in yourself and rebuilding your self confidence can get you farther than you ever imagined. With hard HARD work and a new sense of self determination and work ethic im glad I got as far as I have and intend on going father in the future and not letting anything hold me back!
So thanks for all those who believed in me and thanks to all those who didnt because you all just made me stronger!