Developing Approaches to Influence Society's Evolution
Micky Jordan's journey to becoming a graphic designer is a testament to resilience, creativity, and a deep-rooted passion for social justice. Growing up as a "wild and crazy 90s kid" in poverty, Jordan found his creative outlet in the gritty graffiti scene, an experience that shaped his aesthetic and worldview.
Before fully committing to graphic design, Jordan honed his skills as a tattoo artist, a job that connected him to a community of "roughnecks, pirates, and bikers." This period taught him invaluable life lessons, including standing firm amid adversity, skills that have served him well in his graphic design career.
Jordan's graphic work aligns closely with social justice movements and political campaigns. His bold, graphic interpretations of global history and current affairs suggest a strong connection to activist causes, using art as a tool for commentary and advocacy. One of his notable projects is the Feelify app, an innovative platform offering access to various emotions, complete with descriptions, examples, and color gradients.
The app's design aims to be pleasing and calming, with a simple white background and icons. The inspiration for the design aspect of Feelify came from the gradients in the Box of Emotions game. High-quality stock photos are used to represent emotions, adding a realistic touch to the digital platform.
In addition to the app's emotional descriptions, Feelify also provides outside resources such as websites and therapists, making it a comprehensive tool for emotional exploration. Jordan's design career has also included work on projects for social justice movements, political campaigns, and worker's groups.
Jordan's commitment to social justice is further evident in his work at the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) as a Junior Graphic Designer. His role at NDWA contributes to advancing the rights of domestic workers, creating compelling visual content to support advocacy efforts and raise awareness.
Jordan's passion is not just about improving design skills but also about changing hearts and minds. He shares his insights and experiences as a designer and an activist through his podcast, Taking TV Too Seriously, available at https://takingtvtooseriously.buzzsprout.com and on Instagram @takingtvtooseriously.
Jordan is also an instructor, teaching design classes and co-hosting a podcast. His portfolio, showcasing his diverse range of work, can be found at https://mickyjordan.com. From the graffiti-lined streets of his youth to the digital platforms of today, Micky Jordan continues to use his creative talents to amplify social justice causes.
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Micky Jordan's educational journey expanded to include graphic design and online education, with his podcast, "Taking TV Too Seriously," being a platform where he shares insights from both his design and activism experiences. Additionally, he offers learning opportunities as an instructor, providing design classes and co-hosting a podcast.
