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Cannes Lions – LIONS LIVE! Sponsored by Google

Livestream with Creatives around the world for Lions LIVE 2020. Free to stream and watch on demand. Original Thinking from the World's Leading Creatives.

editor, EditorJenna PalermoJune 24, 2020creative, creativity, design, on demand, livestream, event, conference, lions, liveComment

Best Procreate Brushes for Illustration

A 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.

editor, EditorJenna PalermoMay 14, 2020procreate, brushes, ipad, brush, free, art, download, design, illustration, illustrator, graphic designComment

Adobe Live Streaming

For the last few weeks we have been sharing all of the free trainings and content that have been presented during quarantine. In addition to the Adobe Summit, there are also multiple Adobe Live sessions happening right now.

editorJenna PalermoApril 30, 2020adobe, adobe live, elearning, design, liveComment

Debbie Millman Shares her Brand Expertise on Creative Live

After 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!

editorJenna PalermoApril 8, 2020graphic design, design, debbie millman, creativelive, tutorials, video, learning, elearning, virtual, experience, courses, contentComment

Have you heard of MOOCs?

With 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.

editor, EditorJenna PalermoApril 1, 2020MOOCS, coursera, sharing, learning, elearning, classroom, arts, culture, share, art, design, online, coronavirusComment

Is TikTok the next big thing for Artists?

editorJenna PalermoFebruary 26, 2020tiktok, analytics, social, social media, design, designer, artist, platform, appComment

Top Design Sites on our Radar – February Roundup

This 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.

editorJenna PalermoFebruary 24, 2020design trends, design, artist, maker, creative, talent, roundupComment

Artist Theft – Does Good Design mean Good Trouble?

In the age old tale of which came first – the idea or the art – who wins?

Jenna PalermoJune 20, 2019design, design trends, dead to me, netflix, freeform, artist, inspiration, appropriationComment

How to hone in your Graphic Design career search

One 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.

Jenna PalermoMarch 4, 2019career, graphic design, design, job, jobsComment

What comes after #MeToo?

Let’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?

Jenna PalermoMarch 1, 2019opinion, jobs, industry, current, designComment

Stockholm Design Trends - Now

Our 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.

EditorJenna PalermoFebruary 28, 2019Scandinavian, design, design trends, pink, green, wes anderson, packaging, food, print, media, art, graphic design

Aldi Bread and Wine make the list in 2019 Product of the Year Awards

Who would have thought the discount Supermarket chain, Aldi would make the list for 2019 Product of the Year Awards? Maybe we should all be rethinking our next party platter.

Jenna PalermoFebruary 11, 2019product, design, designer, graphic design, job, jobs, marketing, awards, brands, brand, label

Pantone Pops at NY Fashion Week

Pantone meets the runway!

Jenna PalermoFebruary 9, 2019color, pantone, design, current, pop, fashion week, ny, nyc, designer

Any questions for us? The TOP 10 questions you need to ask at the end of an interview.

We've all done this. We take an interview - go through the motions of giving solid answers about our experience, leadership styles, teamwork abilities and so on, and when we get to the end of the interview we freeze when they ask "Do you have any final questions for us?"

EditorJenna PalermoJune 1, 2018career, interview, design, recruiterComment