Copy Kats
Toolkit for Lisa Winstanley Design
The Copy Kats Toolkit was developed for art and design educators to help address visual plagiarism in the creative classroom. Its strength lies in the fusion of practicality and creativity, tackling the four key issues faced by artists and designer through hands on activities and a vibrant brand identity. Bright playful visuals with cute feline friends, provide a dynamic and user friendly experience that addresses educational challenges in a conceptually rich and visually delightful manner.
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Copy Kats Toolkit Press Releases
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Unique Properties
The Copy Kats Toolkit is a creative solution for art & design educators, uniquely addressing visual plagiarism. Its strength lies in the strategic fusion of practicality and creativity, tackling Kats issues through hands-on activities and a vibrant brand identity. Distinctive features include playful cat integration, making it approachable. The toolkit stands out for its innovative blend of wordplay and visuals, offering a dynamic resource that addresses educational challenges in a conceptually rich and visually delightful manner.
Tags
Participatory design, Visual plagiarism, Art and design education, Ethical practices, Toolkit, Innovative pedagogies, Brand identity, Graphic elements, Cute cats
Production Technology
The Toolkit contains custom-designed physical components such as die-cut booklets, custom stationery sets, a custom deck of cards and vibrant posters, all created using high-quality printed materials. The design emphasises simplicity and accessibility, with a vibrant colour palette and clear sans serif typeface. The playful visual language is incorporated throughout the design, enhancing the overall visual appeal. The production approach for the toolkit prioritises the effectiveness of traditional print methods to deliver a tangible and engaging experience for educators
Design Challenge
The key challenge in this design initiative lay in integrating practicality with creativity to craft a toolkit addressing visual plagiarism. Internally, historical and social perspectives on plagiarism influenced conceptualisation. Externally, challenges included navigating a lack of school-wide policies and optimising production possibilities for print. Adhering to ethical considerations surrounding image use while infusing a playful aesthetic demanded careful consideration.
Project Duration
The project started in March 2022 in Singapore and was completed in December 2023
Operation Flow
The toolkit is designed to support participatory design workshops which explore 4 unique issues that art and design faculty face when dealing with creative integrity and the ethical production and consumption of images
Research
The research aimed to address visual plagiarism awareness among art & design educators. The primary objectives were to explore key factors influencing this awareness of knowledge, Assumptions, Time, & Support and develop insights to inform future educational strategies. Data was collected via participatory design workshops. The toolkit includes structured activities designed to uncover insights into participants' perceptions of visual plagiarism. The development of strategies to enhance education on preventing visual plagiarism benefits educators and students.
Inspiration
The Copy Kats Toolkit evolved from the challenges we saw in art and design education, particularly the ethical dilemmas of visual plagiarism. We wanted to shake things up and bring a positive impact, and we did so through a two-year research project. Our goal was to tackle the gaps in Knowledge, Assumptions, Time crunch, and Support (KATS) that educators face. The spark for this project came from recognising the struggles educators go through dealing with visual plagiarism. We wanted to start a conversation on originality, steering away from the dull and mundane. That's where the adorable cats came in—they're not just cute; they're our creative way of saying, "Let's talk about this!" We wanted to make the toolkit not just practical but visually appealing too. The Copy Kats Toolkit idea was all about mixing words and visuals in a way that clicks with our fellow art and design educators. The Kats acronym became our secret sauce, creating a fun connection with the brand. It's not just a toolkit; it's a playful ally in our bid to promote creative integrity. In a nutshell, our inspiration came from a deep desire to tackle teaching challenges, encourage ethical design, and bring a breath of fresh air to education. The cute factor? Well, that's just our way of making a serious topic a bit more fun and engaging; who doesn’t love K-cats!?
Image Credits
Image #No1: Creator (art director/Designer) Lisa Winstanley, Copy Kats toolkit, 2023. Photographer Lisa Peh Jiaxian, afterduskmedia.com, 2023. Image #No2: Creator (art director/Designer) Lisa Winstanley, Copy Kats toolkit, Detail of Kit, 2023. Photographer Lisa Peh Jiaxian, afterduskmedia.com, 2023. Image #No3: Creator (art director/Designer) Lisa Winstanley, Copy Kats toolkit, MAKER PACK, 2023. Photographer Lisa Peh Jiaxian, afterduskmedia.com, 2023. Image #No4: Creator (art director/Designer) Lisa Winstanley, Copy Kats toolkit, Deck of Cards, 2023. Photographer Lisa Peh Jiaxian, afterduskmedia.com, 2023. Image #No5: Creator (art director/Designer) Lisa Winstanley, Copy Kats toolkit, Posters, 2023. Photographer Lisa Peh Jiaxian, afterduskmedia.com, 2023.
Project Overview
Copy Kats Toolkit has been a Bronze winner in the Education, Teaching Aid and Training Content Design award category in the year 2023 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
Bronze Recognition
Lisa Winstanley was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2024, a testament to excellence of their work Copy Kats Toolkit.
Lisa Winstanley Press Releases
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Introducing the Copy Kats Toolkit: A Creative Solution for Ethical Art & Design Education
The Copy Kats Toolkit, designed by Lisa Winstanley, is a vibrant and playful resource that addresses visual plagiarism challenges in art and design education through a unique blend of practicality and creativity. The project started in March 2022 in Singapore and was completed in December 2023.
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