AIGA Philadelphia

AIGA Philadelphia In 1981, a group of Philadelphia designers formed the first local chapter of the AIGA, AIGA Philly!

In 1981, a group of Philadelphia designers formed AIGA Philadelphia, the first local chapter of the American Institute of Graphic Arts.

Pride is not only about visibility, but also remembrance. We wish to recognize the full spectrum of our community, inclu...
06/10/2026

Pride is not only about visibility, but also remembrance. We wish to recognize the full spectrum of our community, including past and present board members who helped shape where we are today.

We also honor those who didn’t have the safety or opportunity to share their identities. Their names and stories may remain unknown to us, but their many contributions continue to strengthen our community

👏 Graphics courtesy of .for.days

06/08/2026

Does contract jargon sound like gibberish to you? Have you seen your drafts get published without you knowing? Are you saying yes to every project because you aren’t seeing the red flags?

Sounds like our Next Steps series is just for you! Join us tomorrow for The Business of Design 101, as we break down contracts and the key details every designer should know to protect themselves.

Tickets are available now via the link in our bio!

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Join us for a special evening with Chenlin Cai (.cai) and Xingzi Liang () of Sunny Design & Rainy Art Studio for an insi...
06/04/2026

Join us for a special evening with Chenlin Cai (.cai) and Xingzi Liang () of Sunny Design & Rainy Art Studio for an inside look at their mural practice and creative process. 

This event includes a hands-on, collaborative mural-painting workshop where participants will explore the steps behind mural-making. Through art, attendees will engage with themes of cultural storytelling, community, and visual exploration.

🗓️ May 28, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
🎟️ $35 (supplies included) — register at the link in bio
📍Moore College of Art & Design, Room SP 202, 1916 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19101

This month, we acknowledge the celebrations of LGBTQ+ Pride 🌈, Caribbean American Heritage 🌴, and Immigrant Heritage 🌍Ou...
06/02/2026

This month, we acknowledge the celebrations of LGBTQ+ Pride 🌈, Caribbean American Heritage 🌴, and Immigrant Heritage 🌍

Our organization represents people from all cultural and design backgrounds, and we aim to continue cultivating a diverse and inclusive community. This month, we aim to amplify individuals, organizations, initiatives, or resources on our page.

This is a collaborative space that you can learn from. Our efforts transcend past social media. We aim to partner with individuals, organizations, businesses, sponsors, and others to have a greater impact throughout the year, not just during the month of recognition.

If you see yourself in this post and would like to get involved with us, please get in contact with us through our website, link in bio

 

Meet the speakers for our final summer session of Next Steps: From Practice to Paycheck! Join us on June 9 for The Busin...
06/02/2026

Meet the speakers for our final summer session of Next Steps: From Practice to Paycheck! 

Join us on June 9 for The Business of Design 101, where designers share real-world insight into contracts, freelance work, client communication, and protecting yourself professionally as a creative.

🎟️ $10 per session 
🔗 Register at the link in bio

Burnout has become normalized in creative industries. So much so that many designers don’t even recognize it until they ...
05/26/2026

Burnout has become normalized in creative industries. So much so that many designers don’t even recognize it until they hit a breaking point. ❤️‍🩹

Constant deadlines. Endless inspiration loops. Doom scrolling. AI anxiety. Productivity culture. The pressure to always create, improve, and stay relevant adds up.

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we ask our designer friends to take a step back and listen to their bodies and minds, and have honest conversations with themselves about how they're prioritizing creative rest. 😴

This carousel was inspired by insights from Dennis Field’s article, “How I Fight Burnout As A Designer,” which explores the realities of burnout within creative careers and ways to combat it. 🔥 Check out the article here https://www.iamdennisfield.com/post/how-i-fight-burnout-as-a-designer

Designers — what helps you avoid burnout? Let's share some helpful tools and tips for our community to act on.

05/21/2026

Think your resume disappears into a black hole after you hit “apply”?

Recruiters in our Beating the ATS session of Next Steps explained what ATS really does and why a human still sees your application.

✅ ATS = an organizational tool, not a robot judging your worth
✅ Your resume does land in recruiters’ inboxes
✅ Smart formatting + clear keywords help you get noticed

You’re not shouting into the void. You just need to understand the system.

Thank you to Jamie-Lynn Simon from and Marlena Battista and Jake Robinson from for taking the time to speak with our community!

Registration for The Business of Design 101, our June session of Next Steps: From Practice to Paycheck is open! Link in bio to register

Congratulations to Riley Perry, recipient of the 2026 Alina Wheeler Scholarship Award from AIGA Philadelphia ✨👏A multidi...
05/19/2026

Congratulations to Riley Perry, recipient of the 2026 Alina Wheeler Scholarship Award from AIGA Philadelphia ✨👏

A multidisciplinary designer studying communication design and environmental biology, Riley’s work explores the intersection of art, science, storytelling, and advocacy. Her thoughtful approach to design reflects a commitment to using visual communication to create
understanding, connection, and positive environmental impact.

Join us in celebrating Riley and the future of thoughtful, purpose-driven design.🥳

Congratulations to Riley Perry, recipient of the 2026 Alina Wheeler Scholarship Award from AIGA Philadelphia ✨👏A multidi...
05/19/2026

Congratulations to Riley Perry, recipient of the 2026 Alina Wheeler Scholarship Award from AIGA Philadelphia ✨👏

A multidisciplinary designer studying communication design and environmental biology, Riley’s work explores the intersection of art, science, storytelling, and advocacy. Her thoughtful approach to design reflects a commitment to using visual communication to create
understanding, connection, and positive environmental impact.

Join us in celebrating Riley and the future of thoughtful, purpose-driven design. 🥳

Thank you to our 2026 AIGA Philadelphia Scholarship jurors for your time, thoughtful review, and commitment to supportin...
05/18/2026

Thank you to our 2026 AIGA Philadelphia Scholarship jurors for your time, thoughtful review, and commitment to supporting emerging designers.

This scholarship would not be possible without the professionals who are willing to share their perspective, experience, and care throughout the selection process. We are grateful for the diverse voices that helped shape this year’s review panel.

If you are interested in serving as a juror for a future scholarship cycle, we would love to connect. Visit our website to learn more about our scholarship cycle.

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