New York skyline image taken from Safari. Edited and designed using Canva.
For this design assignment, I created a travel style poster advertising New York City. I wanted the image to feel clean, modern and visually bold while still highlighting the skyline and atmosphere of the city. I chose the phrase “The City That Never Sleeps” because it is one of the most accurate descriptions of New York and helps communicate the energy of the city. My goal was to create a design that looked like a real travel advertisement while also using different layout options.
To create this poster, I used Canva to combine a skyline image, that I got from safari, with large text and a simple color scheme. One of the main design choices I focused on was dominance. The large “NEW YORK” text immediately grabs attention and becomes the main point of the poster. I also tried to keep the design clean and organized by using only a few colors and limiting extra distractions. The spacing helped make the poster look more professional and easier to read.
This assignment helped me better understand how text placement and visual design work together to communicate a message. Adding text to an image can definitely change the tone and purpose of a photography. I also realized that simpler designs usually work better than crowded ones because they make it easier for people to focus on the main idea. Overall, this project helped me practice using text, layout, and design balance to create a cleaner and more professional looking poster.
Related Links
DS106 Design Assignment Bank:
https://assignments.ds106.us/types/designassignments/
Created using Canva:
https://www.canva.com/
Additional Media
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLO6_l08lsWOij24eAMtIAPNAzRQescreJ
For additional media, I included a YouTube playlist featuring videos about New York City. The videos showcase many of the famous landmarks, attractions, and city views that make New York a popular travel destination. The playlist helped provide additional context for the city featured in my travel poster.