What is Graphic Design?

 
To me, Graphic Design is my passion. I have always been interested in art and more on the artistic side, however, I was unsure what kind of art I wanted to pursue. After taking a few photoshop and commercial design classes in high school, I knew I found my passion. Ever since I had that realization, the path to my passion has been so much clearer. I am the 2nd Year graphic designer at WLOY, and currently seeking graphic design internships, while doing free lance work on the side.

What exactly is graphic design though? By Definition.

Graphic design is the process of visual communication and problem-solving using one or more of typography, photography and illustration. The field is considered a subset of visual communication and communication design, but sometimes the term "graphic design" is used synonymously. Graphic designers create and combine symbols, images and text to form visual representations of ideas and messages. They use typography, visual arts and page layout techniques to create visual compositions. Common uses of graphic design include corporate design (logos and branding), editorial design (magazines, newspapers and books), wayfinding or environmental design, advertising, web design, communication design, product packaging and signage.

Graphic design in the United States began with Benjamin Franklin who used his newspaper The Pennsylvania Gazette, to master the art of publicity to promote his own books and to influence the masses.