Single Handed
October 2023
A conversation with parents and
child about growing up disabled.
child about growing up disabled.
with an insight into raising a child with an upper
limb difference.
The publication design is inspired by scrapbook
publications, using techniques and methods often used
in scrapbooking, annotation, collage, and illustration.
Through marking up and altering personal photographs,
scrapbooking helps unpack emotions by adding
context that cannot be seen in the original photos.
Notes and scribbles over imagery throughout Single
Handed, expand on my experiences of disability,
providing insight into disabled experiences.
Single Handed covers all aspects of upper limb
difference, from prosthetics to representation, and
aims to challenge perceptions on disability by sharing
disabled perspectives in a positive way. With a playful,
illustrative, collage approach and the use of bright
risograph printing, the publication fosters an inclusive,
positive feeling. Pink ink is used to represent love and
inclusion, whilst reflecting newfound joy and
confidence in being disabled.
The display typeface chosen for the publication also
reflects confidence in being different. The unique
and beautiful letter forms stand out, reflecting how
physical disabilities stand out and portray upper limb
differences as beautiful because they are unique.
Best Design Awards Winner 2024
AUT Head of School Award 2023
Single Handed Exegesis
Mia Freeman Design