Bonnie Babb-Cheshul

Visual Communication Design, 2016

Even with the rise of social media, there has been a sharp decline in social connectedness in the last 20 years. This alienation is leading to other, more serious problems and can be linked to decline in mental health and other societal issues. alien•nation is a series of interactive installations promoting the formation of social bonds and being alone in a positive way to help reduce this feeling of alienation. Each unique installation provides an experience for viewers that is meant to inspire creativity and create a feeling of connection to the community. In addition to these installations, an activity book is available that can be taken home and used to inspire people in their everyday life and on the go. These installations and activity books create a sense of community involvement and bring light to the issue in a way that is inspiring and light-hearted, not serious or depressing.

Bonnie Babb-Cheshul is also known as Bonnie Celeste, is an Ohio-based designer with an interest in branding and print design. She considers herself to be both an artist and designer and draws from many aspects of life to inspire her work. When she is not working on design projects, she enjoys baking, going to dance parties, and playing with her cat, Spacecat.