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- Mikey Dore
Mikey
Dore
Gambit
This project proposes a flexible identity system comprising of a custom typeface, icons, animations, posters, flyers, social media assets and a website, for a speculative nighttime event combining chess and live techno music named Gambit. This alternative chess club would act as a response to the decline of clubbing culture in Ireland, caused by behavioral changes among Gen Z as well as nightclub closures caused by soaring rental costs and restrictive licensing laws. Gambit events would take place in bars and venues across Ireland, using chess as a vehicle for social interaction while providing a less alcohol-centric activity for those less-inclined to drink. The events would also host local DJs, thus helping to support local music scenes affected by the loss of nightclubs.
The name Gambit comes from the chess tactic of the same name, involving the sacrifice of a piece to better your position, as well as the act of taking the risk to talk to someone new at a bar or nightclub.
A Sketchy Climate
This animation was created to accompany an audio clip of Sir Ken Robinson speaking on the topic of climate change, for the Creative Conscience audio brief. The audio clip featured themes of over-population, resource scarcity, pollution and Anthropocene. Through my animation, I aimed to convey these themes as well as the insights of Sir Ken Robinson, in a way that was simple and engaging. The animation uses scanned-in charcoal textures to represent the burnt aftermath of global warming. These were accompanied by simple cut-out style illustrations for an earthy, analogue look and feel to represent an issue that affects us and all other species we share our planet with.
Know What's RIGHT
Over recent years, there has been a significant increase in anti-immigrant sentiment in Ireland. This is largely due to right-wing groups and influencers taking advantage of socioeconomic issues, by spreading disinformation against migrants online in order to push a racist rhetoric. This has led to a surge in violence against asylum seekers, as well as rioting and online hate.
Know What’s RIGHT was created as a response to this issue, using hateful quotes in the form of tweets to confront the viewer with their own narrative, urging them to rethink their attitudes towards migrants and to engage more critically with online content.