In my last blog post, I started a list of the graphic designers that you should absolutely know about. They’re designers that have created an unstoppable presence in the realm of design, and have made their style something to be coveted. We covered Michael Bierut, David Carson, and Lotta Nieminen last time. Let’s delve into a few more of the… Read more →
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The Graphic Designers You Should Know – Part 1
Whether you design occasionally, or you live, breathe, and sleep graphic design, you that mentioning that design to other designers will almost always elicit an enthusiastic response from the other party. Detailed discussions about graphic design and designers will likely follow, and you should try to be prepared with all relevant designer knowledge. Use this list as a starting point… Read more →
Creating a Great Design Portfolio: Print Versions
No matter what stage you’re in, in your design career (or hobby), your portfolio will always be the most important tool in your repertoire. If you’re applying for jobs, physical portfolios are an almost mandatory part of the process, and having an online portfolio is a must for any serious designer these days. Portfolios are meant to be the most… Read more →
Making A Good Impression As A Freelancer
Jamie Stanos Presents: Making A Good Impression As A Freelancer from Jamie Stanos Read more →
Training Your Design Eye
One of the most important things to remember is that art will never be perfect. As an artist, your craft is continuously growing and developing, and there are always new ways to train your eye and your craft. If you don’t consider yourself a designer, but are looking to enter the field of learn more about design in general,… Read more →
The Design Elements of a Great Logo
Logos are the life-force of a company’s brand identity, so the realm of logo design can be highly lucrative. Creating a logo is inherently difficult work; one must focus on creating something that is both relevant and timeless, while maintaining an alliance with the company’s brand. However, there are a few basic elements that must always be considered when designing… Read more →
CAREER OPTIONS FOR GRAPHIC DESIGNERS: DIGITAL DESIGN
As I mentioned in last month’s blog post, the world of graphic design presents an expansive number of job opportunities. In part two of this series, I want to focus on the different paths one can take if they decide to pursue graphic design in the digital realm. Logo Designer This particular job can easily fall into any number… Read more →
Career Options For Graphic Designers: Print Design
One of the most amazing parts about studying graphic design is the number of career options that are available in the field. I wanted to do a small series on all of the paths and directions one can take in the world of graphic design. It seems as though most graphic designers feel pressure to go into digital design, so… Read more →
3 Tips To Making More Money as a Graphic Designer
As a graphic designer, it may sometimes feel intimidating to ask for more money; most art schools don’t provide the salary negotiation tips and workshops that are standard in many other fields. Whether you are freelance designing or working full time at an agency or corporation, you do have the right to ask for more money. However, it’s important that… Read more →
Graphic Design Internships: Here’s What You Should Know
Going into a field like graphic design usually means that you’ll have your share of internships before you land your first full time gig as a professional graphic designer. You will undoubtedly have some internships that happen while you’re in school, and there will most likely be some post graduate (hopefully paid) internships as well. No matter when the internship… Read more →