RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
Originally from Long Island NY, Madeline McElwee is a senior, majoring in graphic design. Madeline is consumed by art and creativity within the arts has always inspired her. As a young child, you could find her drawing pictures, making up dances, or designing costumes. Now, having grown up, she has found immense passion in the world of design. As a student at Ringling College of Art and Design, she has grown as an individual and as a graphic designer who faces artistic challenges with confidence. Madeline finds passion in expressing her own and others’ thoughts and goals visually. She is constantly working to broaden her horizons and push boundaries. She is eager to enter the industry, collaborate, and continue learning every day.
WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL INSPIRED?
Being back on campus for my final semester, I have felt extremely inspired by my surroundings and my peers. I have found that I am most creatively inspired when I am around other creatives.
IF THERE WERE NO BARRIERS OR CONSTRAINTS, WHAT PROJECT WOULD YOU WANT TO WORK ON?
I would love to create something with a global reach. Language barriers pose difficulty, but design is universal. I think it would be amazing to have my work viewed around the world.
WHAT ARE YOU READING/LISTENING TO/WATCHING?
I love discovering new music. In January 2020, I made a goal to create a new music playlist every month with new artists and songs to broaden my listening. I can proudly say that since then, I have stuck to my goal and haven’t missed a month yet! Over the past 2+ years, I’ve discovered so many amazing artists!
