Tag Archives: design advice

Frustration & the Creative Process

Posted on April 1, 2012 by

“… the act of feeling frustrated is an essential part of the creative process. Before we can find the answer — before we can even know the question — we must be immersed in disappointment, convinced that a solution is … Continue reading →

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Do Not Fear Color

Posted on March 29, 2012 by

As part of 2012 Modernism Week Palm Springs, I sat in on a “Color + Modernism” lecture by the designers of the brand-spankin-new-brighter-than-a-Lite-Brite hotel across town, The Saguaro. The architects, Stamberg & Aferiat, imparted an important little nugget of advice … Continue reading →

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Paula Scher

Posted on November 10, 2011 by

This week, I had the chance to sit in on a conversation with designer extraordinaire Paula Scher as part of the RE:Design Conference held at the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs. Two words: Wise. Lady. For having such an influence on the … Continue reading →

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7 Rules for Making More Happiness

Posted on June 11, 2011 by

Loved Stefan Sagmeister’s TED talk, “7 Rules for Making More Happiness.” He poses the question, “Can I pursue happiness in design?” His answer? “Do more of the things I like to do and fewer of the things I don’t like.” … Continue reading →

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Needed to read this today.

Posted on May 2, 2011 by

Ira Glass on Creativity: “What nobody tells people who are beginners — and I really wish someone had told this to me . . . is that all of us who do creative work, we get into it because we … Continue reading →

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Frank Chimero Talk

Posted on November 22, 2010 by

Frank Chimero – The Shape of Design from Build on Vimeo. Frank, you are so freaking insightful. Please be my best friend. This is a great talk about the current state of the design industry, why it’s so hard to … Continue reading →

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Wise Old Milt

Posted on November 16, 2010 by

Whenever I revisit Milton Glaser’s “Ten Things I Have Learned” speech, I feel like I have been hit over the head with the most beautiful common sense. For example: 6. Style Is Not To Be Trusted …It’s absurd to be … Continue reading →

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On Risk

Posted on October 9, 2010 by

Quote by William Connor Magee Finding that this is easy to forget, especially in graphic design— a profession that relies so heavily on pleasing others. It’s easy to stay within the confines of comfort and expectation; to just pull work … Continue reading →

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Well said, Milton

Posted on April 15, 2010 by

Recently came across this quote by legendary designer Milton Glaser: I believe that you convey your ideas by the authenticity of your being. Not by glibly telling someone what to do or how to do it… Good teaching is merely … Continue reading →

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5 Inspiring Designers & Blogs

Posted on March 31, 2010 by

As my first real post, I thought I’d take a moment to pay homage to 5 designers/bloggers who have been a HUGE source of inspiration for me since I discovered them over this past year or so. Each one has … Continue reading →

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