Aggie Toppins on the Importance of Context (2023)

Aggie Toppins, on GCD + the importance of context
Eye on Design
Can We Teach Graphic Design History Without the Cult of Hero Worship?

Aggie Toppins is a design educator and writer who critically examines how design history is taught and understood. Her work challenges traditional narratives that focus on individual “heroes” and instead emphasises the importance of context, community, and diverse perspectives in understanding design development.

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