Join us for a cocktail reception where you can mingle with fellow design enthusiasts and be among the first to preview CHARACTERS: Type in Action — an exhibition that delves into the impact of typography on social justice, examining its history and its role in today’s movements. Also, meet the creators of this powerful exhibition:
Please note: This event will begin with a panel discussion held at 1200 Peachtree Street NE (the Visa Building) at 6pm. Following the discussion, ticketed participants will be invited back to MODA to enjoy a glass of prosecco, a preview of the Characters exhibition, and an opportunity to meet Tré Seals and the rest of the exhibition team. The distance between the panel discussion venue and MODA is approximately a 4 minute walk on flat sidewalks.
Tickets are limited—secure yours today for an unforgettable night of inspiration and creativity at the Museum of Design Atlanta.
About the Makers
Tré Seals
Tré Seals is the founder of Vocal Type, a revolutionary type foundry that redefines the intersection of design and culture. With a mission to diversify the design industry, Seals draws inspiration from historical events, figures, and movements to create typefaces that amplify marginalized voices. His work has been featured globally, and his innovative approach challenges traditional design narratives by infusing them with social and cultural relevance. Seals is also the author of Dream in Color: 30 Posters of Power by 30 Black Creatives, a book that celebrates the intersection of design and activism.
Kaleena Sales
Kaleena Sales is a distinguished designer, educator, and author whose work centers on diversifying the field of design. She is the editor of Centered: People & Ideas Diversifying Design, a book that explores the contributions of underrepresented communities to the world of design. With a background in both graphic design and design education, Sales has dedicated her career to amplifying the voices of marginalized creatives and challenging the industry to be more inclusive. Her writing for the exhibition Characters: Type in Action highlights the importance of representation and the power of design in shaping cultural narratives.
Raya Leary
Raya Leary is a researcher, designer, and member of the design firm Civilization. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of design history, Leary played a pivotal role in bringing the exhibition Characters: Type in Action to life. Her research and contributions to the project explore the cultural and historical contexts of typography, offering a rich narrative that enhances the exhibition’s impact. Leary’s work at Civilization focuses on creating meaningful, socially conscious design that resonates with diverse audiences and pushes the boundaries of traditional design practices.
Michael Elsworth
Michael is the co-founder and principal of the design practice Civilization. Their studio leverages the radical potential of design to address social issues, expand cultural dialogue, and serve communities. Their decentralized team, spread across the US and Europe, builds identities, websites, campaigns, environmental graphics, exhibitions, and experiences. In 2018 their studio received the Smithsonian’s National Design Award for Communication Design.
Accessibility: Designers with different styles of learning or special needs are welcome in MODA public programs. We will be able to most effectively help everyone learn and enjoy this experience if we know about those needs in advance of the program. Please email miranda@museumofdesign.org with questions or information.
Cancellation Policy: MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met, but don't worry: should MODA have to cancel, we will gladly issue a full refund to all registrants. If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us at least 7 days prior to the event start. By doing so, we can process a refund for the ticket cost (minus a small $10 processing fee per class). Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds for cancellations made less than 7 days before an event.
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