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The embarrassment Adobe Illustrator embodies and the opportunity it presents
Adobe Illustrator is an embarrassment to the graphic design industry. It also represents a tremendous opportunity. When you have industry-standard software that severely restricts creative expression, that’s a problem. When that same software routinely requires you to explain to clients … Continue reading
Is graphic design a profession or a hobby?
The real question may be, do companies hire graphic designers to fill a budget sheet or fuel their marketing? The industry and billions of dollars would seem to suggest graphic design is a real profession, yet there has never been … Continue reading
There is no species of one
(Seth Godin wrote a post today on his blog that inspired this post.) I work in an industry where professionals often behave like grade school kids taking a test – with one arm covering their answers so no one can … Continue reading
How to Start Up With a Professional Logo, On Budget and On Time
Should you start your business without a professionally designed logo? The answer is a resounding No! There is absolutely no valid reason or excuse to shortchange your goals and dreams by starting your business without a professional logo. Here’s why: … Continue reading
7.5 Hot Tips for Finding the Right Brand or Website Designer
How do you find a great designer? Most people start out by looking at designer websites and finding work examples they like. Others find messages or philosophies with which they feel a great connection. But what happens after that? The … Continue reading
