Our illustration style helps us to convey ideas in a clear and inviting way. Illustrations add a human angle to our content and our designs. They can help when photography is not appropriate or possible. They’re also useful for representing conceptual ideas. And they add a layer of personality to our identity. The below guidance sets out our illustration principles to help designers create bespoke illustrations for the university.
Our illustrative style is clean, simple and sophisticated. Hands can be included to add more personality, a playful edge and inclusive feel, without the need to focus heavily on people.
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