BIO
Associate Professor, 2001
Ph.D. 2002, Ohio State University
M.F.A. 1994, School of Visual Arts
B.F.A. 1992, School of Visual Arts
A.A.S 1990, The Fashion Institute of Technology (NYC)
A.A.S 1989, The Fashion Institute of Technology (NYC)
Dr. Paula DiMarco is a design educator, researcher, and graphic artist with an interest in social awareness in the design of visual culture. Dr. D. (as her students call her) teaches several graphic design classes and the History of Graphic Arts course as well as on several MA and MFA thesis committees. She has worked for over ten years in design education and has promoted the social responsibility of artist and designers. Originally from the east coast, Dr. D worked independently as a graphic designer for Met Life, MTV, SPIN Magazine, and a variety of design studios in New York City. Her current company is called Roadwork Design and she has been involved in design solutions for several non-profit organizations. She has won awards for her work in editorial design and non-profit branding. She has an ongoing relationship with Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and is an active member of the Los Angeles Chapter of AIGA (Professional Association for Designers). As a design consultant and co- principle of Roadwork Design Associates, she believes in the importance of graphic art for social causes. Her mission is to humanize graphic art and design through didactic and reflective imagery in a visual culture society.
FALL 08 SYLLABI:
356 10340 COMP. PUB DESIGN TR 1100 1350 AC404
461 10881 HIST GRAPHIC ARTS M 1400 1650 AC331