AIGA Gala to Celebrate the Brightest Stars in KC Design

Sample the best in hot food, cool drinks and creativity! The Kansas City chapter of AIGA will hold its annual Awards Gala and Exhibition from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, January 24, at Club 1000, 1000 Broadway.

At the gala, awards will be presented to the professional and student winners of AIGA’s annual design competition. This year the awards highlight the five senses of design and how they influence the vibrant work of Kansas City’s creative community. Contest categories include corporate communication, editorial design, illustration, package design, photography and typeface design. More than 600 entries were received; the 93 winners, including works by some of Kansas City’s top designers and firms, will be on display at the gala.

Tickets cost $35 for student members and $40 for student non-members. Ticket price includes heavy gourmet hors d’oeuvres, open bar and a copy of the full-color, 112-page awards booklet ($15 value).

Tickets can be purchased in advance from www.kansascity.aiga.org or at the door.

For more information on the gala talk to Jamie.