Design Conferences & Events
Past Events
Pivot: AIGA Design Conference
13th October 2011
Location: Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ
Design is at a critical inflection point as a practice, thought process and force for change. At “Pivot,” this year’s AIGA Design Conference in Phoenix, we’ll explore the shifts prompting this change—in design thinking, practice, education, technology, society and business—and discuss how we can prepare for
Siggraph 2011
7th August 2011
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre
The world's premier conference and exhibition on computer graphics and interactive techniques. Vancouver: one of the most beautiful and cosmopolitan cities in the world. And you, and your international colleagues, collaborators, and friends.
Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders
24th July 2011
Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Presented by AIGA and Yale School of Management Advance your business knowledge Explore timely topics to understand significant transformations and technological advances in the business world, apply financial tools and strategic analysis, and capitalize on new client opportunities. Case studies, lectures, guest spea
Future of Web Apps
27th June 2011
Location: Las Vegas
The Future of Web Apps is coming to Las Vegas in 2011. The brand new event is a beautiful three full days of essential web learning. If you have any question about this year’s event you can contact Louise, our Future of Web Apps Event Producer. The Conference Venue This year’s conference will take place at Meet
HOW Design Conference
24th June 2011
Location: Chicago
Create. Connect. Community. Whether you need creative inspiration or hard-hitting instruction, the HOW Conference provides all the tools you need to build a successful career and create outstanding designs. The information you'll get will have an immediate impact on your work
Creative Freelancer Conference
23rd June 2011
Location: Denver, CO
The Creative Freelancer Conference is the only business conference for creative solopreneurs—which means it’s the only place you’ll get practical information on how to target the right clients, effectively manage your money, build watertight contracts and more.When you sign up for CFC and&nb
HOW Design Live 2011
22nd June 2011
Location: Chicago
BUILD A SUCCESSFUL DESIGN CAREERGet the inspiration, information and instruction you needWith more than 35 sessions and 30+ expert speakers, the HOW Design Conference (June 24-27) offers everything you need to boost your design career and create outstanding work.You’ll learn how to use your software more effectiv
Future of Web Design Conference
16th May 2011
Location: London
The Future of Web Design is coming back to London in 2011. Following on from the success of last year we will be bringing you a beautiful three full days of essential web learning. Not only that, we are also back at The Brewery for the conference where you will have two tracks to choose from! If you have any questi
FITC Toronto 2011
2nd May 2011
Location: Toronto, ON
Now in its 10th year, FITC Toronto is one of the largest and longest running events of its kind in the world. With some of the most unique and engaging presenters from around the globe, FITC Toronto is a blitz of presentations, demonstrations, and panel discussions, sandwiched between our legendary FITC parties and abu
An Event Apart
2nd May 2011
Location: Boston, MA
THREE DAYS OF DESIGN, CODE, AND CONTENT An Event Apart Boston features 12 great speakers and sessions. Following the two-day conference comes A Day Apart, an intense learning session on HTML5 and CSS3 led by Jeremy Keith (HTML5 For Web Designers) and Ethan Marcotte (Designing With Web Standards, 3rd Edition). You ca
Bright Lights: The AIGA Awards
7th April 2011, 18:30 - 23:00
Location: Metropolitan Pavilion, NYC
Y16: Spark
25th March 2011
Location: University of San Diego
Spark new ideas. The AIGA San Diego Y16 Conference brings together industry thinkers, innovators and change-makers for two days of creativity and collaboration. Keynote speakers like Chris Dooley, Co-founder and Creative Director, National Television, and Aaron Draplin of Draplin Design Co. will share their insights
In Control 2011 Web Design Conference
21st February 2011
Location: Orlando, Fl
Learn from a diverse array of Web experts to use modern tools and techniques to refine your Web design craft now. Harness creative inspiration to unlock your potential, amplify innovation, and broaden your reach. Immerse yourself in two days of idea exchange with potential business partners who are as forward-thinking
50 Books / 50 Covers
9th December 2010
Location: AIGA National Design Center
IGA 50 Books/50 Covers of 2009 ExhibitionIf you’re planning to visit New York City this winter, make plans to stop by the AIGA National Design Center to see the best in book design in this annual exhibition of 100 works selected by an esteemed jury.New York City-based Triboro Design’s engaging exh
2010 Annual AIGA Connecticut Chapter Meeting / Holiday Greeting
7th December 2010, 18:30 - 21:00
Location: Wesleyan University
Come dressed in your holiday best and mingle with designers and creatives from throughout Connecticut. AIGA Connecticut invites all members and non-members to attend our annual holiday and business meeting on December 7, 2010 at the Exley Science Center, Wesleyan University, Middletown, Connecticut. This is AIGA Con
Dock 2 Letterpress / AIGA Members Only Wood Type Workshop
4th December 2010
Location: Dock 2 Letterpress, 855 Publishers Parkway, Webster, NY 14580
Continuing our Type You Can Touch series, Dock 2 Letterpress is pleased to announce that it will hold an AIGA members only wood type workshop on Dec. 4th. Participants will be able to produce a small broadside using the wood type collection at Dock 2. Make a collage of type as image, set a small quote, or just make
Thanksgiving Brand Scavenger Hunt
25th November 2010
Location: Virtual
Join AIGA Metro-North (and other Chapters) in a photographic hunt for Thanksgiving-themed brands. From Butterball turkeys to Macys’ iconic parade—countless brands seek to tie into this American tradition with special products, packaging, ads, promotions, events, and more. As the holiday approaches, let’s track
Alberto Alessi in Conversation with Bill Moggridge
22nd November 2010, 18:30 - 21:00
Location: Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, NYC
Sit in on a conversation with Alberto Alessi and Bill Moggridge and learn about the history of Alessi’s development as an Italian Design Factory from its beginning in 1921, through the present and into the future.
Web 2.0 Summit
15th November 2010
Location: San Francisco, CA
Web 2.0 Summit 2010: Points of ControlThe Battle for the Network EconomyThe Web 2.0 Summit is the only place, once a year, where leaders of the Internet Economy gather to debate and determine business strategy. Join the leadership of this extraordinary industry this November 15-17 in San Francisco.Fifteen years an
Future of Web Design Conference
15th November 2010
Location: New York, NY
The Future of Web Design is coming back to New York in 2010. The newly revitalised event has evolved into a beautiful three full days of essential web learning. A full day conference followed by 2 solid days of in depth workshops, all taught by the best in the industry. If you have any question about this year's event
Adobe MAX 2010
23rd October 2010
Location: Los Angeles, CA
MAX is a unique opportunity to connect with thousands of designers, developers, and business leaders as we shape the future of digital media together.Discover how to realize the full potential of your content and applications. Find new opportunities presented by rich experiences across screens. Explore new methods for
AIGA Gain: Design & Business Conference
14th October 2010
Location: The Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers, New York City
Design has the power to change the direction of businesses, provide fuel for economies and even change lives. Register now for the “Gain” Conference to learn how industry leaders addressed business challenges through design—and how they reinvented their businesses, their strategies and even
OPTIMISM: ICOGRADA DESIGN WEEK BRISBANE
11th October 2010
Location: Brisbane, Australia
Through the theme of ‘Optimism’, Icograda Design Week Brisbane 2010 aims to promote dialogue on issues shaping the nature and relevance of communication design practice today.Optimism 2010 will recognise the valuable contribution designers make to delivering benefits and results for business, community and
Idea Festival
29th September 2010
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Founded in 2000, the IdeaFestival (IF) is a world-class event that attracts leading global innovators and thinkers to discuss and celebrate imagination, new perspectives and transformational ideas.The IdeaFestival provides a unique stage to explore the cross-cutting nature of innovation involving a range of diverse dis
FITC Mobile 2010
16th September 2010
Location: Toronto
Back for its second year, FITC Mobile is one of the only events covering all aspects of mobile content development – jam-packed with presentations, demonstrations, and panel discussions. With some of the most interesting and engaging presenters from around the world, FITC Mobile is two days and nights that will l
An Event Apart DC
16th September 2010
Location: Washington DC
From the makers of A List ApartAn Event Apart is an intensely educational two-day conference for passionate practitioners of standards-based web design. If you care about code as well as content, usability as well as design, An Event Apart is the conference you’ve been waiting for.NOT YOUR FATHER’S WEB DESI