Presenter(s)
Kira A. Kainz
Abstract
For the course entitled Advanced Design Project (ART 375), we were given the assignment to create a design project of our choice. This project was to be created over the course of Fall semester with five different phases that were to be markers for progress. In terms of my own project, I was deeply inspired by the idea that design could connect us. And additionally, I wanted to explore novelty item design. Which is the reason my brand Hiro Postcards it was it is today. In terms of the branding of Hiro Postcards, I decided to name it after my brother, whose middle name is Hiro and is someone who consistently inspires me. And so, by exploring new skills, finding personal meaning, and combining that with my design knowledge I was able to make a fully hand embroidered postcard. And as the final phases approached, I wanted to expand my project to be a kind of creative greeting card kit. Which was done by making my own envelopes to protect the embroidery done and unique stickers to add to the experience. And to add to the depth of this project I included quotes within the kit that came from family and friends.
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department
Art & Design
Campus
Winona
First Advisor/Mentor
Danilo Bojic
Location
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
Start Date
4-23-2026 2:00 PM
End Date
4-23-2026 3:00 PM
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Format of Presentation or Performance
In-Person
Session
2b=2pm-3pm
Poster Number
17
Hiro Postcards
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
For the course entitled Advanced Design Project (ART 375), we were given the assignment to create a design project of our choice. This project was to be created over the course of Fall semester with five different phases that were to be markers for progress. In terms of my own project, I was deeply inspired by the idea that design could connect us. And additionally, I wanted to explore novelty item design. Which is the reason my brand Hiro Postcards it was it is today. In terms of the branding of Hiro Postcards, I decided to name it after my brother, whose middle name is Hiro and is someone who consistently inspires me. And so, by exploring new skills, finding personal meaning, and combining that with my design knowledge I was able to make a fully hand embroidered postcard. And as the final phases approached, I wanted to expand my project to be a kind of creative greeting card kit. Which was done by making my own envelopes to protect the embroidery done and unique stickers to add to the experience. And to add to the depth of this project I included quotes within the kit that came from family and friends.
