Underscore The Chicago Graphic Design Club

Our guest is graphic designer and photographer Johnny Mei.

In this episode, Johnny speaks with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ about his unconventional path into the world of graphic design — starting with his fascination with browsing magazines at Tower Records. Johnny’s creative output is multidisciplinary, and we learn about his approach to self-initiating projects such as his photography series, Imperfect Day, T-shirts for Charity, and most recently, his online archive of inspiration, Internet Found. We also discuss the graphic design industry, the importance of both breaking and following rules and so much more. 

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On this episode of Underscore, we celebrate four years of the Chicago Graphic Design Club. Host ⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano⁠ reflects on the impact of CGDC alongside team members Alexis Gonzalez, Carson Koppin, Cheryl Bever, Jeffrey Hitchens, and Hamid Alavi.

We discuss what community means to us and how the Chicago Graphic Design Club has shaped our relationship to design. We share memories and our vision for the future.

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Our guests are Rotimi and Candace Solola of the Chicago-based multidisciplinary design studio, SO Dsgn.

In this episode, they speak with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ about how they bring a unique approach to brand and industrial design. Together, we dive deep into their collaborative process and approach, the origins of their studio, and much more.

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Our guest is ⁠Vida Sačić Chicago-based, artist, typographer, and design educator. 

In this episode, Vida speaks with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ about using letterpress materials to explore language, process, and meaning-making. Vida shares her perspective on teaching and the importance of being passionate about the work you teach. Together, they also discuss hope and optimism and their roles within creativity and much more.

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Our guest is Chuck Anderson of ⁠⁠Chicago-based creative practice No Pattern Studio

In this episode, Chuck speaks with host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Solorzano⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-host Carson Koppin about his introduction to the internet and creative cultures beyond the Midwest, the importance of routine, physical health, social media, and the influential early internet culture blog The Brilliance.

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Our guest is Christian Solorzano, Underscore host, designer, and founder of the Chicago Graphic Design Club.


In this episode, Solorzano speaks with guest-host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Segura about his upbringing, background, motivation behind founding the Chicago Graphic Design Club, and the inspiration that drives much of his community-centered work. Solorzano shares his vision for Chicago's design community and the reasons why he believes craft and passion are at the core of the city, and so much more.


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