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Dailies Postcard Design by Ying Han Receives the A' Design Award in Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design

Ying Han recognized for graphics, illustration and visual communication design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition

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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the A' Design Award in the Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design category for Dailies Postcard Design by Ying Han. The recognition forms part of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.

The A' Design Award Explained

The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.

About Dailies Postcard Design

The design concept for this typographic postcard series focuses on the interplay of form, composition, and color harmony. Bold typography is paired with complementary hues of orange-yellow and purple-blue to create dynamic visual contrast. This approach enhances legibility while evoking a sense of energy and positivity, transforming each postcard into a vibrant expression of typographic design and visual communication.

Award Record

Ying Han is a winner of 2 A' Design Awards, including this recognition. All of the awards belong to the 2024 - 2025 edition of the A' Design Award & Competition.

About the A' Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design Award

The A' Graphic Design Award is an international graphic design competition recognizing good graphic designs by best creative agencies and designers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to graphic designers, communication designers, graphic artists and illustrators from all countries. Entries typically include logos, posters, infographics, brochures, packaging designs and business cards. Awarded graphic designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/graphics

About A' Design Award & Competition

A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com

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Fact Sheet

The Work

Project
Dailies Postcard Design
Function
Postcard Design
Category
Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design
Discipline
Communication Design
Industry
Branding & Advertising and Arts
Colors
Chocolate, Dark Orange, Saddle Brown, Sienna and Peru
Images
5

The Recognition

Laureate
Ying Han
Recognition
A' Design Award
Edition
2024 - 2025
Design ID
#171160

Design Details

Unique Properties
The design concept for this typographic postcard series focuses on the interplay of form, composition, and color harmony. Bold typography is paired with complementary hues of orange-yellow and purple-blue to create dynamic visual contrast. This approach enhances legibility while evoking a sense of energy and positivity, transforming each postcard into a vibrant expression of typographic design and visual communication.
Inspiration
I was inspired by the raw energy and spontaneity of gym notes: quick, motivational, and goal-driven in gym. I became interested in how typography can amplify this dynamic spirit, using type as a tool to convey positivity, movement, and motivation. Through bold forms, expressive layouts, and rhythmic compositions, I aim to capture the energetic mindset associated with physical activity and personal growth.
Challenge
The biggest challenge was balancing bold typography with a limited color palette while ensuring high visual impact in a gym environment. The design needed to evoke energy and motivation without overwhelming the space. Internally, historical and social perspectives on sports branding influenced type choices. Externally, print production constraints required careful material selection for durability. Overcoming these obstacles resulted in a dynamic, high-contrast design that enhances the workout atmosphere.
Project Duration and Location
This Project started in November 2024 in the USA and finished in March 2025.
Specifications
Width 152.4mm x Height 228.6mm
Keywords
Typography, Color, Postcard, Form, Positive energy.

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