On March 20, Ceci Johnson -- founder and creative director of Ceci New York, a lifestyle brand that is globally regarded as a leader in creating luxurious event invitations -- visited the Stuckeman School to talk about how she went from an entry-level web designer in New York to an in-demand invitation designer and entrepreneur. Graphic design students were encouraged to stay true to their design roots while facing career decisions and to keep an open mind about where their careers may steer them on the way to attaining their dream jobs.
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Ceci Johnson and Taylor Shipton, a graduate student pursuing her M.F.A. in graphic design, talk before Johnson's lecture.
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Johnson started her presentation by talking about her company, Ceci New York, and the success she has had by finding her niche in the design market.
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Johnson's fashion-forward style and sophisticated aesthetic have led her to be named a “Woman to Watch” by designer Tory Burch.
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Students, faculty, staff and other Stuckeman visitors packed the Jury Space to listen to Johnson's message.
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Johnson stressed the importance of innovation and forward-thinking in the design realm -- and to keep pushing boundaries rather than remain stagnant.
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Johnson encouraged the audience to ask her questions as she gave her lecture, and she held a question-and-answer session after her talk.
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Ceci Johnson and Taylor Shipton pose togehter for one last shot.
