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Fall 2026 priority deadline for transfer and graduate studies is January 5.

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Stand Small

Stand Small

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Project Description

Project Description

As human beings we have been taught to listen to our natural instinct. Our instinct is to go for the bigger and to think that bigger is better. But the distinction between necessity and excess have become blurry. I created Stand Small to embrace a new perception of small, a satisfaction of just what we need. Stand Small is a movement that encourages efficient living. Stand Small envisions small as sensible and economical, not restrictive. Get involved in the movement because small is our future. Together we can Stand Small and shrink the way we think.

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The image displays the text "WHAT DOES SMALL MEAN TO YOU?" in a sans-serif font. The words "SMALL" and "YOU" are in a lighter gray shade, while "WHAT" and "DOES" are in a darker gray. The text is centered on a white background.The image shows four logos arranged horizontally, each accompanied by a mathematical symbol and a descriptive label. From left to right, the logos are: a pink “S” with a curved tail, equal sign (equality symbol), a yellow “S” with a curved tail and a house icon, and a pink “S” with a dotted line inside, labeled “A blog.” Next to each logo is a phrase describing its function: “A lifestyle,” “A gallery in the street,” “A blog,” and “A national event.” The last logo on the right is labeled “A “DAY””.Three circular logos are displayed against a white background. From left to right, the logos are yellow with a white dollar sign, pink with a white dollar sign with dotted lines, and gray with a white dollar sign with "DAY" written below.A light yellow, three-dimensional letter “S” is constructed from transparent plastic bottles arranged in rows. The “S” has four black wheels attached to its base. The background is plain white.The image shows a large, three-dimensional letter "S" constructed from numerous white bottle caps arranged in rows. The "S" is light green or lime green in color and has small dark markings or designs on its surface. The letter is mounted on four black wheels with silver rims and is positioned against a plain white background. The wheels are slightly angled, suggesting movement. The composition is simple and focused on the letter "S".Two silhouetted figures walk away from the camera on a paved path lined with trees. A large yellow sculpture shaped like the number “5” stands to the right. A person on a bicycle is visible on the left side of the path. In the background, a large white building with columns and arched windows is visible.The image is divided into three sections. On the left, there are multiple small colorful containers labeled “Benefit,” showcasing various colors and designs. In the center, a hand holds a white paper cupcake liner containing two decorated cupcakes with white frosting and sprinkles. On the right, a pink iPod is connected to a white cord, labeled “Cutting Edge,” suggesting a music or media function.Three circular logos are displayed on a white background. From left to right, the logos are pale yellow with a white "S" symbol, a bright pink "S" with a dotted pattern, and a light gray "S" with "DAY" written below it.A webpage titled "STAND SMALL" with a black stylized "S" logo at the top. The page includes sections for "HOME," "SMALL IN YOUR LIFE," "PERSONAL STORIES," "BECOME A FAN," and "WHY SMALL?" with dates and descriptions of folding and folding bags. Below are images of folding bags and furniture items. The footer shows a "Calendar" section with dates and times.A screenshot of a blog titled "STAND SMALL. Shrink the way you think." displays a minimalist design with a gray stylized "S" logo at the top. The blog features sections for personal stories, object, practical wallet, and calendar, with corresponding text and images. Below, a quote reads: “For the last few months, I've been trying to eat less. I found a meal plate that’s the size of my plate, I realized that by reducing the size of my plate, I was eating smaller quantities—and feeling better, too.”The image displays three circular logos arranged horizontally against a white background. The leftmost logo is pale yellow and contains a white stylized letter “S” with a small car icon below it. The center logo is light pink and features a white stylized letter “S” with a pattern of small dots or shapes. The rightmost logo is dark gray and displays a white stylized letter “S” with the word “DAY” written below it.A collage of images includes a large "S" logo in the center, surrounded by various photos: a stack of cards held by a hand, a woman with cream in her mouth, a woman with red lipstick, a Starbucks mug, a man and woman holding donuts, a hand holding a black cylindrical object, and a stainless steel canister.A pink circle containing a white stylized letter "S" sits above the text "GET INVOLVED" in black capital letters on a white background.

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310 East 22nd St - 5th Floor

New York, NY 10010

310 East 22nd St - 5th Floor

New York, NY 10010

310 East 22nd St - 5th Floor

New York, NY 10010

(212) 592-2600

mfadesign@sva.edu

(212) 592-2600

mfadesign@sva.edu

(212) 592-2600

mfadesign@sva.edu