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Empower your design with mind maps

Posted November 16th, 2010 by Mattia Forza .

When starting a new design project, it is often difficult to decide where to start from. Ideas can flow from the brain like a waterfall
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Why having a creative block is really a good thing

Posted July 21st, 2010 by Lou Levit .

This article brought to you by:Visit UPrinting.com, the online printer that understands the needs of designers. If you’re a designer, it’s very likely that at
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Designing through the eyes of a non-designer

Posted March 10th, 2010 by Preston D Lee .

Think of your favorite children’s song. Now grab a coworker and tap the tune of the song on their hand while you sing it silently
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Design Essentials 1: Attention to detail

Posted February 23rd, 2010 by Preston D Lee .

This chapter of Design Essentials focuses on Attention to Detail and the important role it plays in the design process. Attention to detail makes for
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Time management tips for designers

Posted December 18th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

Whether you work in a corporate office, small production house, or as a freelance designer, chances are you have a lot to do. As designers,
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Impressive Design Time Lapse Videos

Posted December 8th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

Web site design time lapse by Tim Potter Web Design Time Lapse by Xif.com Web Site Redesign Time Lapse by SKDC.com T-Shirt Design Time Lapse
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Amazing print designs made without a computer

Posted December 2nd, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

There is a long-standing debate (which I will not be addressing today) on whether or not software like the Adobe Creative Suite  enables designers to
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33 Eye-popping modern package designs

Posted October 17th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

For a long time now, I have been following thedieline.com: one of the best resources for package design found on the web. If you haven’t
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30 breathtaking logos inspired by the orient

Posted September 29th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

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Dressing your design piece for the occasion

Posted March 18th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

I recently had an opportunity to meet with Steve Colin, creative director at Creature, a world-class ad agency in Seattle, Washington.  He emphasized the importance
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Three rungs on the creative ladder of success

Posted March 18th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

Climbing the ladder of success in the creative industry  can be a tricky journey. In February, I visited WONGDOODY, a creative agency in Seattle, Washington where I
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Why failure is a good thing in the creative business

Posted March 11th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

Failure. It’s something we are all afraid of. It can, however, be an effective tool in helping you progress quickly in the creative industry. The
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The ideal creative professional – Are you one?

Posted March 4th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

The ideal creative professional = General Education + Professional Education I recently had the privilege of meeting with Jim Copacino, cofounder of Copacino + Fujikado,
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What professionals look for in a creative portfolio

Posted March 1st, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

I recently had a chance to meet with Ramon Vasquez, one of the lead designers at Creature, a world-class creative boutique and advertising agency based
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The three “i”s of creating brand awareness

Posted February 27th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

…as taught by Copacino+Fujikado Ad Agency. I recently attended a group interview with Copacino+Fujikado, one of the leading advertising agencies in Seattle, Washington.  They presented
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5 Steps to getting out of a creativity jam

Posted February 25th, 2009 by Preston D Lee .

Most of the time, we feel creative. That’s why we are passionate about what we do.  Graphic designers, advertisers, writers, all of us are expected
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