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Press release Jun 11, 2008
Design Against Fur 2008 International Poster Contest: North American Student Winners, Professors and Judges Announced
Washington, D.C. (June 11, 2008)—This year, more than 7,000 college students from around the world united in one cause—to design a poster to stop people buying or wearing fur. The Design Against Fur international poster contest nourishes and promotes creative and compassionate expression to get our message across that fur is cruel and unnecessary. The Humane Society of the United States is the North American Regional Host of the Fur Free Alliance's DAF contest. Winners were recently celebrated at NYC's Candle 79 restaurant. More than four hundred college students participated in the North America Regional contest this year.
Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The HSUS states, "The students and professors participating in the Design Against Fur poster design contest are using their talents and energy to show us a new pathway. We can do better than to kill animals for their fur, and I send hearty congratulations to the fantastic and creative participants."
Krista Wasson, from the American Intercontinental University, whose student Andrea Inostroza won an Honorable Mention, thanked us for, "…continuing this unique opportunity for my fashion students to showcase their work and their passion in fighting the unnecessary cruelty against animals for fashion."
Tony DiSpigna, our first place winner's professor at the Pratt Institute celebrates the contest saying, "The DAF contest is one of the worthiest of causes. My students and I consider it quite a challenge to come up with original ideas. Since its inception, my students have been honored every year to have been included as part of the final selections. Either I'm extremely lucky or I must be doing something right."
Christina Chong, our First Place Winner from the Pratt Institute told us that, "I really wanted to focus on fur trim as it is accessible to the general public. I was hoping to get people to think about how even a little bit of fur is too much and unnecessary and cruel. All those bits and pieces add up and are not harmless but help fuel the fur trade."
Bekah Wertz, our Second Place Winner from Missouri State University, said that, "the purpose of this poster was to quickly and effectively communicate to its fur-consuming audience the consequences buying one fur coat has on multiple living creatures. People will stop and think about the number of lives they are putting at stake when opting for a real fur product."
Elyse Bryan was our Third Place Winner is from the Tyler School of Art, Temple University.
Daniel Smith, the Todd Oldham Award Winner for Creativity, from the College of Saint Rose let us know that, "I hope the comedic value of this poster will get this serious message about the cruelty associated with wearing fur across to many people. This contest was an amazing opportunity for students to convey the message about the cruelty to animals involved in the fur industry."
Amanda Lasser, from the Pratt Institute, and the winner of the David Carson Award for Original Design Approach, told us that, "I've always believed in animal rights and have been against animal cruelty, so I really felt passionate about this project. As designers, it's our job to find new and creative ways to solve existing problems. At first I struggled with finding a new way to convey the message that wearing fur is immoral. I wanted to stay away from what had already been done in the past, by not showing animals or blood. My solution to the problem was by using words."
Ainslie Willock, international director of DAF, states, "Our fashion desires are driven by the fashion media. With the interconnectivity of today's internet world messages spread instantly. It's good design that can effectively use the same medium to communicate our message of compassion towards animals. I know it will be a better world for the animals because I've met the DAF winners - the world's future communication leaders. Tomorrow's consumers won't buy a fashion product that involves killing an animal for its fur."
JUDGING
Judges for DAF's North American Region were: Mickey Boardman, Austin Brown, David Carson, Mary Gehlhar, Susie Ghahremani, Paula Jaworski, Patrick McDonnell, and Todd Oldham. The First Place Winner received US $1,000, Second Place US $500, and Third Place US $250. Certificates have been awarded to six Special Judges Recognition winners and fourteen Honorable Mentions. The top three finalists will also automatically be entered into the International Competition where the Grand Prize Winner will be announced and receive US $2,500. In addition, these top winning posters will be entered into an online vote during the month of November for the People's Choice Award and a US $1,000 prize. Posters will be considered for campaign use by any of the members of the FFA.
ABOUT THE JUDGES
Mickey Boardman: Mickey Boardman is deputy editorial director of Paper Magazine. His writing has appeared in GQ, New York Times Magazine, Out and German Vogue. He's appeared as a cultural commentator on VH-1, Fox News, A & E, E!, Style Channel, WE and local New York channels. He is a graduate of Purdue University and an almost graduate of Parsons School of Design. papermag.com.
Austin Brown: Having helped build the Paul Frank brand for more than 10 years from the garage days to being sold in more than 65 countries around the world as the director of global marketing, Austin Brown is now heading up the Global Music and Entertainment Marketing Division for all the unique and forward brands underneath the Sole Technology umbrella. Sole Technology is a globally recognized leader in authentic action sports footwear and apparel that is available in more than 70 countries and is the largest private action sports company, with revenues close to $200 million. soletechnology.com.
David Carson: Presenting: Award for Original Design Approach Carson is a creative director, designer and principal of David Carson Design, Inc. New York City. London-based Creative Review magazine proclaimed Carson 'Art Director of the Era' and calls his work on Ray Gun magazine the most important work coming out of America. His art direction and graphic design for Beach Culture magazine has won over 150 awards, including Best Overall Design and Cover of the Year from Society of Publication Designers in New York. Carson's book, "The End of Print" (with a preface by David Byrne), is now in its fifth printing and has sold over 275,000 copies worldwide, making it the biggest-selling design book of all time. davidcarsondesign.com.
Mary Gehlhar: Gehlhar is VP Brand Strategy Gen Art, and, author of "The Fashion Designer Survival Guide: An Insider's Look at Starting and Running Your Own Fashion Business." She lends her expertise to several fashion school juries and panels including the Pratt Institute, Savannah College of Art and Design, and Stephens College as well as the Rising Star Award committee at Fashion Group International. Mary, also led the open call and selection process for the first and third seasons of the Bravo hit "Project Runway." genart.org.
Susie Ghahremani: Ghahremani is a painter, crafter, musician and animal lover. Honored with illustration awards by organizations such as American Illustration, the Alternative Pick and Giant Robot, she creates artwork combining her love of nature, music and patterns. Her website and shop showcase a seasonally updated selection of her original artwork, prints, stationery, apparel, accessories and more. boygirlparty.com
Paula Jaworski: Is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore. Paula is the Design Director, Special Projects for The Humane Society of the United States. She has been a judge for the Society of National Association Excel awards for 2006, 2007 and 2008; Creativity 38 Awards; and American Advertising Federation's National Club Achievement Competition 2008. humanesociety.org
Patrick McDonnell: Is a MUTTS Cartoonist, Author and member of The HSUS Board of Directors. Patrick McDonnell is the creator of MUTTS, a daily comic strip that appears in more than 700 newspapers in more than 20 countries. The 2007-2008 MAZDASPEED Team featured MUTTS-themed vehicles promoting pet adoption and the work of the Humane Society of the United States. This year, "Shelter Stories: Love. Guaranteed" will be released, featuring an introduction by HSUS President and CEO Wayne Pacelle. muttscomics.com.
Todd Oldham: Presenting: Award for Creativity: Distinguished as an innovator of accessible design, Todd Oldham is the founder of Todd Oldham Studio, a multifaceted, full-service design studio. Todd is currently the host of "Top Design," Bravo's newest reality competition series spotlighting interior design. He is the Creative Director for Old Navy and recently authored the book "Charley Harper: An Illustrated Life" published by AMMO BOOKS. toddoldhamstudio.com
You can view more information about our judges here.
You can view all winning DAF North American Posters here.
You can view more information about 2008 and past DAF contests at: inFURmation.com or DesignAgainstFur.com.
ABOUT THE FUR FREE ALLIANCE
DAF 2008 is a campaign of the Fur Free Alliance, the largest international coalition of humane and conservation organizations in the world representing tens of millions of supporters. FFA members work together to achieve a fur-free world. To learn more about the FFA visit: inFURmation.com.
The Humane Society of the United States The Humane Society of the United States is the nation's largest animal protection organization – backed by 10.5 million Americans, or one of every 30. For more than a half-century, The HSUS has been fighting for the protection of all animals through advocacy, education and hands-on programs. Celebrating animals and confronting cruelty -- On the web at humanesociety.org.
Depending on availability, we are now scheduling interviews with several of the participating students, judges and spokespersons for FFA and HSUS. For press inquiries and to schedule an interview, please contact:
Ainslie Willock
Design Against Fur, International Director
416-922-4554
ainsliewillock@hotmail.com
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