MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Art has always been an integral part of Skye’s life that became even more essential since becoming a graphic designer. Skye Armstrong is a senior at Michigan State University pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design. As an undergraduate student, Skye has experience in packaging and freelance work—developing several innovative can designs for beverages. Additionally, she interned at BasedOn, a studio in Detroit, where she had opportunities to work in a creative, collaborative environment to design timeless brand identities. Skye’s strong work ethic and professionalism is evident in how she approaches her work. Her attention to detail and craft is elevated by her continuation to push boundaries in design and consider her intended audiences. Skye’s work is often described to have a sense of elegance and refinement, consistently prioritizing user experience. The part that Skye loves the most about design is how integrated it is in people’s lives, whether they recognize it or not. Design is most impactful in the way it informs, interconnects, and inspires people of all ages and cultures.
WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL INSPIRED?
I always seem to find inspiration in my surroundings. It can be something as simple as a unique color combination in a photograph or intellectual conversations with my peers about our design work that lead to more successful and impactful design decisions.
WHAT AREA OR AREAS OF DESIGN ARE YOU HOPING TO WORK IN OR SPECIALIZE IN?
I am most passionate about brand identity. I love how a brand can visually tell a story while also being strategic. I love the challenges that it can present like creating a design that someone with no experience can connect to and recognize.
