Create design that means something. Advice 6 of 16
For our 6th piece of advice pulled from the page of Computer Arts Magazine, Neville Brody tell us to “create design that means something” How important is that to you. Have you ever sat around having that glass of milk, cup of coffee (yum) or a beer and thought about how your design or design in general effects the world or community around us? Brody says: Read More Read More
Be Happy. Advice 5 of 16
Do what makes you happy. Carlos Segura of Segura Inc., t26, & 5inch, gives us our 5th piece of advice form the pages of Computer Arts. “When you try to be artistic in a satisfactory way, as opposed to a strategic way, you end up with a better product. Be smart … Have a concept. Have a vision.” As creative people we usually do work for other people such as our bosses,... Read More
Know Your Medium. Advice 4 of 16
Knowing your medium is so important to the end result of any project we create. The medium or means of what you create can dictate the what and the how of your idea. Hillman curtis tells us in this edition of Iconic advice (from the pages of Computer Arts Magazine) to “Know your medium” - Taking advice from a person who has pushed the boundaries of the web and film... Read More
Stay fresh. Advice 3 of 16
Deanne Cheuk, is an illustrator, designer, art director and artist born in Western Australia. She has done Some great type designs, Art direction and illustrations for such magazine as The Fader, Flaunt, Nylon, Black Book & Tokion for more of her work check out her site. In this installment of advice from iconic designers, Deanna Cheuk gives us simple, but poignant advice.... Read More
Design is about content. Advice 2 of 16
“Design is about content” from Joshua Davis as seen in Computer Arts MAg #163 Joshuadavis.com - http://twitter.com/joshuadavis Let’s think about it. Content … Without it, our work would be nothing. It’s what makes our work shine and gives it meaning. What would be the purpose of your designs if it didn’t have substance? We all need to convey... Read More
