Graphic Design
The Not-So-Glamorous Life
Today I spent 16 hours designing two pages of a 32-page brochure. I wouldn’t say this is normal, but it’s not a first. If I had the energy, I’d be embarrassed or depressed, but who’s got the time? The life of a small business owner isn’t glamorous, and it isn’t always fun. So what drives…
Read MoreBook Cover Review with WeenieVision
My friend Maura and I were at a bookstore a while back, when spontaneous video broke out on the discount rack. This is why graphic designers have trouble enjoying vacations—their work is everywhere. Of course, enough tequila, and even bad design starts looking pretty good. If you’re having trouble viewing this video, click here to…
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Business Ownership: The Zen of Terror
Exactly 14 years ago this month I started my own business. Like most things in my small universe, it wasn’t a very graceful transition. This was before the term “entrepreneur” made it onto the collective radar. Most people just thought I was nuts. “What about health insurance? How are you going to get clients? What…
Read MoreMan, do I have a face for radio…
Listen to my interview with Terry Grier, producer of When in Austin, as we discuss social media, blogging and Jay-Z. The audio runs about 35 minutes. Hopefully my mom will listen to the whole thing. Hopefully.
Read MoreAngry Birds
Clearly, I am not tending to the bird feeder in a timely enough fashion.
Read MoreWhen Pigs Don’t Fly, They Walk
You may not know that my two all-time favorite bands are The Who and Pink Floyd. Choosing which I love more would be a heartbreaking Sophie’s Choice of rock anthem proportions. I could wax on and on about how fan-freaking-tastic they are, but there aren’t enough adjectives synonymous with “awesome.” What I can talk about…
Read MoreWTF Wednesday: Beware!
Tuesday’s Type Tip: Please don’t do this. Ever.
No offense to Lex Oto, but he might want to rethink that logo.
Read MoreBy the way, I’m a graphic designer.
Those of you who don’t know me might wonder what it is I actually do for a living since lately my blog has become a random batter of topics from gardening to procrastination, and my tweets consist mainly of what I’ve spilled on my desk that day. I thought I understood what my career was…
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