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New American

Everyone’s talking about it, so let’s dive in – American Airlines has left behind the iconic Vignelli logo for an entirely new look. Check out their launch site for the video on what’s different (skip to like 2:30 for the good stuff). And then look at what we have here: New Graphic Eagle FullContinue reading “New American”

Design is a process, not a product

The basic starting point of Graphic Design Criticism as a Spectator Sport is “I could have done better.” And of course you could! But simply having the idea is not enough. Crafting a beautiful solution is not enough. Doing a dramatic presentation is not enough. Convincing all your peers is not enough. Even if you’veContinue reading “Design is a process, not a product”

Takin’ Care of Business

Hello all! Hope 2013 is turning out to be a great new year for you! As I said last time, this year is going to be a year of pretty big changes for me as I venture out and try to make it as freelancer. Last time I talked about needing to clarify my goals.Continue reading “Takin’ Care of Business”

Google Analytics – AKA Am I Crazy?

I feel like I’ve been to every forum post about how to get Google Analytics to fix the “Tracking Not Installed” bug for my Cargo Collective Site, including the Cargo Collective help page. I have re-installed the tracking code more times than I can count, yet my GA page still tells me “Tracking Not Installed”.Continue reading “Google Analytics – AKA Am I Crazy?”

The Designer Is Out (Soon)

Hello again! I realized this morning that I had forgotten to tell my favorite people (that’s you) that I will be out of town soon! I’ll be heading home to Texas for the first time in over a year, which means if you were planning on letting me help you with any design projects, IContinue reading “The Designer Is Out (Soon)”

Two Things For Your Consideration Today

The first thing I’d like you to consider today is this article from The Review Review by Michelle Seaton (I found this after it was tweeted by @Explorer – a great resource that you should follow). She’s speaking specifically to writers, but I think this exists in most creative professionals, and maybe everyone to someContinue reading “Two Things For Your Consideration Today”

Looking For Awesome Gifts That Give Back?

Just found this gem – Ugmonk, a t-shirt (and other things) company that not only has SUPER cute shirts and such, but is also giving you 10% off for the holidays AND feeding a hungry child with each purchase. The typography and cleverness of these items makes me a teeny bit jealous, like “why didn’tContinue reading “Looking For Awesome Gifts That Give Back?”

Serious vs Solemn Design – Or What I Learned From Paula Scher

I found this video quite a while ago while perusing the TED archives, and had planned to write a post about it back in March. However, with a draining 9-6 job and contract clients on top, I never quite got a round to it. Since I recently stopped working and am flush with time now, Continue reading “Serious vs Solemn Design – Or What I Learned From Paula Scher”

Happy Election Day!

I hope everyone has done their civic duty and gone out to vote! No matter your party affiliation, or who you voted for, I know we can all enjoy a little patriotic, election-themed design today so scroll on! First up some super cute wooden toys from Uncommon Goods, perfect for getting the kids involvedContinue reading “Happy Election Day!”

Design On Fire

First, you should know – I LOVE the hunger games. I thought the series was really well done, and the movies didn’t do such a bad job either. They were thoroughly gorgeous and I can’t get over how awesome all the marketing pieces were. They really captured the ultra consumerism, high fashion, future that IContinue reading “Design On Fire”