Award for 1st Year Student

Award Sponsor: Artista

2024 Bug Calendar and Postcards photographed from an angle

Winner: Alexa Flikkema Student RGD

Winning Project: 2024 Bug Calendar and Postcards

School: Conestoga College, Kitchener, ON; Educator Support: Ryan Spies RGD

The project is a 12-month bug calendar that combines art and science in a beautiful and educational format. Inspired by cyanotype printing and monochromatic tattoos, its blue monochromatic scheme gives it a timeless feel. Designed for convenience, the 8.5 x 5.5-inch size and perforated paper make it easy to use. The unique tear-down-the-middle layout allows pages to be repurposed as art prints or postcards. Ideal for offices, classrooms and homes, this functional monthly planner inspires people to learn about and appreciate nature.

2024 Bug Calendar and Postcards photographed from above

Honourable Mentions

Chumble Brand Design by Makenna Thomas Student RGD, Niagara College
Vox Poster by Linnea Moshkovith Student RGD, Conestoga College
The Queen's Gambit - Experimental Website by Richard Lau Student RGD, York University
Duality: An Interpretation of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Sachin Tartamella Student RGD, George Brown College

Judges

Eugene Artista RGD, Owner, Artista Design and Print Inc
Jack Henry Associate RGD, Head of Design, OmniWorx Design
Emma Hodgson Associate RGD, Teaching Assistant, York University
Tomomi Lo RGD, Art Director & Interactive Specialist, McOuat Partnership
Carl Shura, Professor, School of Design, George Brown College