A few thoughts…..

Are there any borders and boundaries?? in terms of factors such as the use of a range of medias. stretching across a long spectrum of disciplines. Is it possible to create a design that uses all forms of medias thus proving that there don’t have to be boundaries.

I think it is fair to say that good design will always push boundaries whether these be ethical or moral etc. In my opinion i think a designer has to push the borders and boundaries in order to get their message across strong and clear. Good design is made good by provoking a reaction. A good example of this may be an outrageous or odd advertising campaign. The observer may be confused or even not agree with it but it provokes a reaction therefore it has worked and served its purpose.

This for example is an advertising campaign for Alexander McQueen’s SS 2010 python armadillo shoes that are over a foot tall. This ad is pretty outrageous in its own right, a model covered in snakes. The image screams edgy and alive design and the huge range of bright colours is extremely appealing to the eye. These shoes have had no where near a lack of media coverage since this campaign was released mainly because i think it challenges the norm and most definitely pushes the boundaries of design.