Practical Packaging.

I came across a couple of different packaging examples recently that fit into the “practical” category. There’s nothing very fancy about them, but they are definitely useful for the consumer. The first example… Read More →

Connect the Dots.

First, a couple of definitions: stip·ple [stip-uhl] verb (used with object) 1. to paint, engrave, or draw by means of dots or small touches.   cross·hatch [kraws-hach] verb (used with object) 1. to… Read More →

Checkmate.

  In this game, the skill one must have above all else, is patience. The board changes, but very slowly. The art of chess is knowing when a piece is most valuable, and… Read More →

Feature Article.

I’ve been working on mostly brochures and printed collateral at work, so I’ve been looking to books and magazines for inspiration. To be totally honest, I find much more design inspiration from magazines… Read More →

Color Explosion.

About 60 miles from where I live, there is a tulip festival held every year. I heard about it on the news and was meaning to go sooner in the month, but I… Read More →

Just Start. Again.

We’ve talked about this before. But I can never say Just Start enough times, because eventually the monster rears its ugly head again, and tries to stop you (and each of us) from… Read More →

inspiration: le petit nicolas

I’m quite fascinated with title sequences, and their ability to give a peek into the film in just a couple of minutes. I came across this one for the French film, Le Petit… Read More →

on strength alone

I was out and about this past weekend, and decided to stop in the local mall for some shopping. I stopped in to JC Penney’s, or Penney’s as we called it in my… Read More →

inspiration: along the path

I happened upon this Commencement Address Steve Jobs did at Stanford just a few days ago. With his passing, quotes from Mr. Jobs have been circling around the internet many times over. What… Read More →

what is graphic design?

As designers, we know exactly how graphic design is defined. But have you ever tried to explain what it is to someone who is not a designer? The person asking the question usually… Read More →