February is our anniversary month, and we're kicking things off with an interview with design educator and researcher Omari Souza. Longtime listeners of the show may remember Omari's first appearance on Revision Path back in 2017, and let me tell you, a lot has changed in four years!
We start off talking about Omari's latest venture, the State of Black Design conference, and he went into the ins and outs of organizing it, and even gave a sneak peek on what to expect from this year's event. He also spoke about teaching at Texas State University, his latest research focus, and the state of design education and how he's grown as a designer. Revision Path is proud to work with State of Black Design, so you can definitely expect to see more of Omari's contributions in the future!
Links
For extended show notes, including a full transcript of this interview, visit revisionpath.com.
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28 Days of the Web
Since 2014, 28 Days of the Web has featured a different web designer, graphic designer, or web developer every day for the month of February in conjunction with and celebration of Black History Month. Check out this year's honorees at 28daysoftheweb.com.
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Sponsored by the State of Black Design Conference
Texas State University’s Communication Design Program is excited to announce the State of Black Design Conference, a three day virtual event March 4th, 5th, and 6th.
This year’s theme is “family reunion”, and there will be over 50 amazing speakers, including author and educator Jelani Cobb, and world-renowned poet, activist, and educator Nikki Giovanni.
This year debuts the State of Black Design’s Resume Book initiative, so if you’re a Black design student, or you’re a Black designer looking for your next role, then listen up!
You will be able to submit your resume and your portfolio to the Resume Book, along with your institution of study and major if you’re a student, and recruiters and employers will have access to it before the event. If you’re interested and you want to be included in the Resume Book, send your info to blackdesign@txstate.edu with the subject line “Resume Book”. You have until March 3 to submit.
The State of Black Design Conference is brought to you with the support of the University of Texas at Austin, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, Microsoft, General Motors, Design for America, Civilla, IDSA, AIGA, and Revision Path.
Visit the State of Black Design Conference website and get your tickets today. Hope to see you there!
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