Paint a Portrait - Mary Robinson Blair

Research Mary Robinson Blair – an important figure in graphic design. Learn everything you can about her and in written form, paint a portrait of her.

Your essay must include a minimum of 4 meaningful images/examples. Label them.

Please use a minimum of 4 sources for this essay (books, journals, websites). You are not to cite Wikipedia, but rather use it as a starting point for deeper research. Please use a variety of sources

Things you may want to include in your biographical essay about the person you chose (these are suggestions is to get you started):

  • Write about the person as a creative/designer and focus on their contributions in their field, their community, etc. You should spend far less time telling us about their personal life (unless it plays a critical role in who they are as a designer).
  • Start with and/or include a quote(s) either by or about your person you chose. This should be something that reveals the essence of who they are and or what they do/did.
  • Start with and/or include a fascinating story or anecdote that reflects something about them or how you feel about them.
  • Describe the incredible accomplishments they achieved.
  • Describe any obstacles they overcame.
  • Include any major awards.
  • Describe what and/or who did they have a major influence on? Who influenced them?
  • Describe how their work is relevant to you? To the world? To design?
  • Describe what their legacy is.
  • Describe what they are most known for?

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