Imagine That : Magazine Feature

Here are the answers I gave to the set questions for my magazine feature as well as the photos of work I'd like to have included...

I tried to keep the answers concise and not sound like I was some established designer who was just boasting about their work.

I've sent this to both Amber and John to check over to make sure it reads ok before submitting.

Imagine that

Feature Questions

1.Hello Jonathan. How did you feel when you found out that your entry to our competition was the selected entry to feature on the cover of our magazine?

Excited! I feel lucky to have contributed to the very first issue of the magazine. I’m definitely looking forward to seeing the design printed up and on the front cover.

2.What inspired you to become a designer?

I guess it started with my interests in drawing and painting. I still remember the importance of colouring within the lines from when I was little. My creative interests developed through school and college and then graphic design started to give my skills more focus and purpose. Basically, it was not one specific thing, I’ve just followed what I enjoy.

3.How would you describe your style of work?

Well, I wouldn’t say that I have a style of work - which I like. I do however enjoy working mainly across printed media and I strongly believe in well-crafted, carefully considered design which satisfies my fairly obsessive attention to detail. For me, simplicity and quality are key.

4.What are your future career aspirations?

I’d love to try working abroad. Travel is a large source of inspiration for me with new places fuelling loads of new ideas. Ideally, I’d see myself designing in a smaller independent studio environment involving lots of collaborative work since I enjoy discussing ideas with people. I love being creative, making things and I look forward to any opportunities where I can use my skills and knowledge.

5.If a specific colour could best describe your personality, what would it be and why?

I think it would have to be Herringbone Grey (I hope that doesn’t sound boring…) It’s calm, laid-back but quietly confident.

6.Last but not least, if you could be any animal in the world, what would you be?

To be honest, I wouldn’t mind switching places with the family pet dog, Harvey - he lives in luxury.