I just recently noticed that you can get this Designer Book Bundle once again through Humble. The last time I saw this resource available was 2019 and it is a must have for your digital design library. You can have access to 22 design books with this collection!
Read MoreLivestream with Creatives around the world for Lions LIVE 2020. Free to stream and watch on demand. Original Thinking from the World's Leading Creatives.
Read MoreA big part of designing in Procreate is using custom brushes, similarly to Photoshop where you can make effects like pen strokes, paint brushes and other artistic techniques. So we have been on the hunt for great Procreate brushes to use and here are a few to help you as you continue to design in the app.
Read MoreAfter some quick swiping through our Instagram stories we saw that Debbie Millman is sharing her “A Brand Called You” course on Creative Live. Currently you can take the first few lessons for free. As we work towards becoming a partner with Creative Live we hope to share additional discounts and packages for these learning opportunities. In the meantime check out her course and let us know what you think!
Read MoreWith the expansion of E-Learning has also come the growth of MOOCs. What are MOOCs? MOOCs are Massive Open Online Courses that are generally free and available for open enrollment. The space has grown through sites like EdX, Coursera and Udemy to name a few, but is continuing to grow significantly in higher education and skilled learning alike.
Read MoreToday is the day that launches the digital Adobe Summit for 2020. Hear from industry leaders and top creatives during this year’s digital experience. Click through to check it out. We’ll be right there with you, and we would love to hear your thoughts on the event.
Read MoreIn a time of great uncertainty, we have seen a wave of creativity spread over households that are now in the midst of homeschooling, staying in as families or individuals who need an outlet during this time. While it’s not always easy to tap into those creative vibes there are a great number of resources that having launched for free or a limited time only that you can passively watch, take notes on or collaborate with in a new creative endeavor.
Read MoreWhile we are currently in trying times, it is important to do our best to still support small businesses. Whether this is your friend’s Etsy shop, your local bookstore, or a neighborhood farmer’s market; our small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. We are seeing that supporting one another is what we as a community do best, thinking of our neighbors and offering a lending hand.
Read MoreThis month we’re rounding up our favorite sites for designers, creatives and generalists who love learning about the industry. In our list this month we have sites for Type Enthusiasts, Makers and who to watch for in 2020.
Read MoreThe 2020 color of the year has been announced and while it may be giving you all the blue jean and night sky vibes it is here to set the tone for the industry in design, fashion and consumerism. While this is also an election year we can anticipate seeing these blue hues bannering signage and branding of candidates abound. Throughout the history of Pantone, the color of the year forms the basis for a vision of what’s to come.
Read MoreIn the age old tale of which came first – the idea or the art – who wins?
Read MoreAll over the news, you cannot miss the latest scandal “Operation Varsity Blues” that broke on Tuesday – naming approximately 50 individuals in the biggest college admissions cheating plot to date. With Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin being brought into the direct spotlight, the scandal unveils both bribery and test cheating ploys with large cash pay-outs. This enabled the children of celebrity and high net worth individuals to be admitted into the elite of elite colleges including Yale, Stanford, USC and others. Under the guise of false athletics, pay-offs for hired test-takers and falsified special needs reports for additional test time and privileges, the students involved were able to acquire admission into their selected (or rather their parents selected) Universities of study.
Read MoreYou have probably heard the saying “Work smart, not hard,” but what does that really mean? Like a lot of expressions, we may believe in the principle more than the actual practice. However, I feel as though we can translate this expression in a slightly different way.
Where would we be without those in our lives that have offered support, guidance and nurtured our growth and development? Where do we end up when it stops? From an early age, although I did not realize it at the time I was actively fostering mentorship in my life.
Read MoreOne of my most asked questions as a teacher of design is “How do I translate what I love into a fully realized career path?” There are many avenues to pursue in the great grand world of Graphic Design and you may want a job where you can explore all or just certain areas of the industry. You may also be interested in pursuing a Freelance career and starting your own business. Here are a few tips to consider as you dive deeper into your career journey.
Read MoreLet’s go back to 2017. Does it feel like a lifetime ago? Sometimes it does in our current political/social climate. So I’ve been thinking a lot lately, what comes after some of these movements? Do the words that start them fade away or do they do what we need them to do and absorb themselves into the system in a way in that changes things for the better?
Read MoreOur favorite of the bunch feels like its straight out of a Wes Anderson movie. Grand Budapest Hotel anyone? It’s beautiful mixes of greens and pinks have us hooked.
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