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EGYPTIAN NEWSPAPER


// data visualization

[DIMENSIONS: 24 x 32 in]

In my work focusing on Egyptian culture, I've become acutely aware of the daily struggles faced by the people, particularly concerning inflation and the cost of living. In response, I created a newspaper spread inspired by the iconic "Al Ahram" logo, transforming it into "Ya Haram," a common Arabic phrase used in situations where one conveys sympathy.

To make complex information easily understandable, I utilized visualizations such as the fluctuation between the US dollar and the Egyptian pound over the past five years. This served as a springboard to explore related data on poverty, education, GDP, and stock market trends.




Final newspaper
Calligraphic logo as a parody of the “Al Ahram” newspaper logo. 
AMANDA MICHAEL  kansas city based // designer and illustrator 

Amanda Michael is a Kansas City–based graphic designer and illustrator currently studying at the Kansas City Art Institute. As an Egyptian American, she draws deeply on her heritage, connecting with her culture through every project. Her work is grounded in identity, storytelling, and a passion for creative change by using design not only to communicate ideas, but to uplift voices, provoke thought, and build bridges between past and present.
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