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My name is Mac Wilkerson and I’m a senior graphic design student at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) who likes to approach design with an eager, open mindset. I treat every project as if it is a chance to learn something new, explore a different angle, or connect unusual ideas. I’m drawn to mid-century styles, with a particular love for retro type, and I enjoy reworking old design styles in ways that feel fresh. One day, I hope to bring this mix of curiosity and nostalgia into the film or music world through logos, campaign visuals, packaging, and motion work.

What first sparked your interest in graphic design?

The first thing that sparked my interest was print and packaging. I used to collect magazines and posters in high school and decorate my walls with them.

Who are your biggest creative influences?

I’m really inspired by designers like Braulio Amado and Vasilis Marmatakis. Their ability to experiment, mix genres, and create work that feels both distinctive and unpredictable fascinates me.

Tell us about a design project you’re most proud of. What made it special?

I’m most proud of my project, Alibi, a project where I designed both the mechanics and the visual identity of a board game. It pushed my creative limits in a way that felt risky at first, but I’m glad I took the chance because I’ve never had that much freedom in a project before.

What does “good design” mean to you?

Good design must serve a purpose and be done intentionally. I like to see design that pushes boundaries and goes beyond trends.

What trends in graphic design excite you – or concern you – the most?

I’m into eclectic, maximalism. Designs that bring scanned textures, scribbles, old computer graphics, and print artifacts into a cohesive composition that feels a little chaotic but still intentional.

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What first sparked your interest in graphic design?

Who are your biggest creative influences?

Tell us about a design project you’re most proud of. What made it special?

What does “good design” mean to you?

What trends in graphic design excite you – or concern you – the most?

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