Graphic Arts & Design

Resources concerning applied/commercial arts and design, including but not limited to graphic design, printmaking, illustration, book arts.

Resources in this category:

American Society of Interior Designers
http://www.asid.org/

"The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is the oldest and largest professional organization for interior designers with the largest residential and commercial membership. With more than 30,000 members, ASID establishes a common identity for professionals and businesses in the field of interior design." The site has information about the organization, news, as well as sections on continuing education, conferences, design students, and more. A members only section has a message board and live discussion forum.

Association of Women Industrial Designers
http://www.awidweb.com/

AWID is "a professional organization addressing issues that women in the industrial design field face. Membership consists of design professionals as well as individuals associated with Pratt Institute and Parsons School Design." This site provides access to information regarding meetings, jobs, exhibitions, portfolios, resources and contact information.

The Design Management Institute
http://www.dmi.org/dmi/html/index.htm

"The Design Management Institute was founded in 1975 at Massachusetts College of Art in Boston. In 1986, after building a membership program and becoming recognized as a leader in the profession through its many conferences on design management issues, the Institute became an independent, nonprofit entity. During the following years the Institute increased its membership by 400% and extended its networks to three continents. It initiated, with the Harvard Business School, the TRIAD Design Project, the first international research project on design management." This site provides access to information regarding membership, conferences, publications, resources and related links.

Graphic Artists Guild
http://www.gag.org/

The Graphic Arts Guild is "dedicated to the artist and designer, rather than to art and design. Our mandate is to advance the economic and social interests of all professional graphic artists." The site provides information about membership, chapters, portfolios, newsletters, a handbook and links re: copyright law.

The Graphic Arts Technical Foundation
http://www.gain.net/eweb/StartPage.aspx

"The Graphic Arts Technical Foundation (GATF) serves the graphic communications community as the major source of technical information, education, and services about lithography. For over 70 years, GATF has developed leading edge technology and practices for printing. The Graphic Arts Technical Foundation is a nonprofit, member-supported, and member-directed organization committed to research of the evolving print production processes and helping printers use new techniques effectively." This site includes access to information regarding membership, scholarships through the National Scholarship Trust Fund, products, services and workshops.

The William Morris Society
http://www.morrissociety.org/

"This site is devoted to William Morris (1834-96), the British craftsman, designer, writer, typographer, and Socialist. It aims to present news of Morris-related events and publications; information about the worldwide William Morris Society; materials relating to the life and work of Morris, his friends and followers; and links to other places of interest on the Internet... Founded in London in 1955, the Society aims to make the life and work of Morris and his associates better known. Its programs--which involve affiliated groups in Canada and the United States--include lectures, conferences, tours, museum visits, and social gatherings."

The Organization of Black Designers
http://www.core77.com/OBD/welcome.html

"The Organization of Black Designers is a non-profit national professional association dedicated to promoting the visibility, education, empowerment and interaction of its membership and the understanding and value that diverse design perspectives contribute to world culture and commerce. The Organization of Black Designers (OBD) is the first national organization dedicated to addressing the unique needs of African-American design professionals. The OBD membership includes over 3,500 design professionals practicing in the disciplines of graphics, design and visual communications, interior design, fashion design, and industrial design." This site provides links to information regarding membership, jobs, feature articles, galleries and chat rooms.

Society of Scribes
http://www.societyofscribes.org/

"Founded in 1974, and based in New York City, the SoS is a non-profit educational organization which promotes the study, teaching and practice of calligraphy and related disciplines. SoS fosters the appreciation, understanding and acceptance of calligraphy as a fine art. It also encourages fellowship and the exchange of ideas through its speakers, programs, workshops, exhibits and publications." This site has membership information, upcoming events, a gallery of members' works, and information on upcoming workshops and lectures.