CHARLOTTE GUY
BA Design for Art Direction, LCC
The Body in Pain, 2024
Digital print
The housing crisis is in a detrimental state. Through my work volunteering for Shelter, a homeless charity, and my own lived experiences, I have seen the widespread effect of issues with public and private housing. I have understood first-hand how they can affect your mental and physical health. I want my work to bring awareness and start a conversation in regard to the housing crisis so we can begin working together to end the housing emergency forever.
My two publication spreads respond to the idea of comfort, and how discomfort can be caused through an inadequate housing provision in the private rental market. This work is inspired by my experience with private renting in first year where I had a neglectful landlord, resulting in my ceiling eventually falling down in my bathroom. My experience, although it seems extreme, is mild in comparison to a lot of households across the UK and I think it is important that we recognise these issues so we can change them instead of sweeping thewm under the rug.
Artist Bio
A designer and strategist focused on utilising the power of visual communication to mobilise change. My practice focuses on working with businesses/individuals who want to make a positive impact in this world through publication design, advertising design and brand strategy.