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Katie Denton: Why You Should Hire Product Designers To Design Your Brand
Katie Denton of Doberman on how and why product design firms make good branding partners.
Little Glimpses of Graphic Design In Film With Annie Atkins
You may know her work from Spielberg’s Bridge of Spies or Wes Anderson’s Academy Award-winning Grand Budapest Hotel. Maybe you’ve seen her designs grace the silver screen without even realizing. Introducing one of our favorites (you’ll soon see why), graphic designer and speaker Annie Atkins. Last year, Annie Atkins enthralled the graphic design community with […]
Erickson Stock Now Offering Video Stories for Inspiration
Known for his high-quality, emotional lifestyle imagery, renowned motion and still assignment photographer Jim Erickson has used his stunning video content to create a series of video spots featuring character-based narratives that will inspire you to tell your brand’s story.
Millennials Have Not Killed Print
The Canon Print for Action Survey, conducted by Ipsos, uncovers consumers’ perception and use of printed materials, as well as the importance of print in the minds of tomorrow’s business leaders.
The Next Macrotrend: Escape Into Everyday
What is the next macro trend? Two leading Interbrand experts contend that, to escape the sea of noise, overstimulated consumers and smart brands will embrace escapism.
Carey Jenkins: Embracing The Rebuilding Years
Carey Jenkins, CEO of Substantial, talks about hard times in her career and what she learned about herself in the face of adversity.
Bejan Douraghy: 5 Ways To Find Creative Balance
Finding the right creative balance is something that almost every professional struggles with at some point in their lives; here are some tips that can help.
20 Projects From Graham Hanson Design’s First 20 Years
Visual Profile Books has published the work of graphic design firm GHD Partners, titled ’20/20 Twenty Projects Twenty Years.’
Shutterstock’s 2019 Creative Trends Emphasize Bright and Bold Memories
Shutterstock’s 2019 Creative Trends Report predicts a nostalgic return to the visual aesthetics of the past. The annual guide to the latest styles is based on billions of image, video and music searches and downloads from more than 1.9 million customers around the world.
Sonia Greteman: Build Something That Lasts
Reflections from Sonia Greteman as her Wichita KS-based agency turns 30. She’d do it all again, but with a little tweak here and there.
Mike Ruehlman: Four Hospitality and Retail Design Trends
Mike Ruehlman of FRCH Design Worldwide sees graphic design as more important than ever in creating impactful hospitality and retail experiences.
Why Bad Graphic Design Will Kill Your Website’s SEO
Website SEO and great graphic design go hand-in-hand because bad graphic design can kill your website and SEO.
Tips For Working With A Digital Marketing Agency
Here are some tips for cultivating an effective relationship with a digital marketing agency to get the results you expect.
Ondrej Kruk: Why Color is No Longer Enough for Design
Ondrej Kruk, President of Pantone/X-Rite, discusses four shifts that have increased the demand for getting not just the color, but the appearance, right.
Jim Misener: How Design Works
Guest columnist Jim Misener of global agency 50,000feet opines on why design has the unique ability to focus our minds while also setting them free.
Reasons For Creatives to Embrace Agile Marketing
A workflow expert says that agile marketing is a chance for creatives to work more efficiently, collaboratively and to prove the value of design to their organizations.
Danielle Trivisonno Hawley: Raising Moms In The Ad World
Conditions in the advertising industry are unsustainable for women trying to start a family and stay sane, says CCO Danielle Trivisonno Hawley.
10 Iconic Logo Designs
A quick look at the purpose of logos and ten of the most iconic and influential today.
Shutterstock Marks 15 Years With Creative Poster Series
Shutterstock’s talented in-house designers have created original posters representing iconic moments over the past 15 years using Shutterstock imagery.
Warkulwiz Design Poster Celebrates 35 Years of AIGA Philly
A creative firm specializing in print and web communication creates a poster to celebrate AIGA Philadelphia’s 35th birthday.
Voice Lessons: How To Build A Distinctive Brand Voice
An excerpt from Alan Siegel’s new book entitled Voice Lessons, Navigating the Complex Cultural Landscape to Build a Distinctive Brand Voice. He is a true branding pioneer and currently heads Siegelvision.
Shillington Design School Offers Scholarships To Study Design Full or Part-Time
Shillington is offering half scholarships for its September 2018 full-time and part-time graphic design course in New York, London, Manchester, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Neenah’s Explore 6 Adds Curb Appeal To Real Estate Marketing Materials
In the newest volume of its ongoing Explore series, Neenah takes a look at designing for the real estate market. The concept: a strong visual presentation can make or break that crucial first impression, as well as that all-important lasting impression.
The Role of Human-Centric Design Thinking in Healthcare
Healthcare companies put emotional connection at the core of their brand strategy, argues Karin Bauer of SGK Healthcare.
Erickson Stock is Exclusive Sponsor of Health+Wellness Awards
Erickson Stock, a premiere source for high-quality, emotional lifestyle imagery, quite appropriately, is the exclusive sponsor of GDUSA’s Health+Wellness Design Awards.
Minted Artist and Designer Paints Live Mural
GDUSA Creative Director Ilana Greenberg paints live mural at ICFF 2018
Mohawk Celebrates Those Who Lead & Serve
Mohawk Maker Quarterly showcases thoughtful editorial features, compelling design, quality paper, and benchmark printing techniques. Issue No. 14 is the largest yet and celebrates those who Lead & Serve.
Creatives’ Roundtable Opens New Member Registration
The Creatives’ Roundtable, an online community that helps advance creative businesses, will be accepting a limited number of new members through June 5, 2018
Notable New Books By and For Graphic Designers
New and noteworthy books by and for graphic designers.
Harris Poll Shows Backlash Against Tech Brands
Consumer fascination with tech faded last year, a new Harris Poll survey indicates, unless the company could also tout a consumer hit such as Amazon’s Echo.
The Martin Agency Visualizes Equal Pay Day
The Martin Agency helps visual the gender pay gap in the United States.
Rick Caballo Adds His Unique Spin to the Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll
New book: Elvis, Strait, to Jesus – An Iconic Producer’s Journey with Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Country and Gospel Music
Revolutionary Laser Die-Cutter Gives Designers Superhuman Powers
The Highcon laser die-cutter gives designers the power to envision and create artwork in ways that were previously impossible.
One Day, One Place
Jim Erickson of boutique Erickson Stock is pioneering the ‘Art of Motion’ with compelling ready-made spots that can be seen now at ericksonstock.com
Sappi’s POP Promises Insight and Inspiration
A new educational, inspirational and resource-filled website from Sappi.
The Road To A More Creative, Meaningful Career
Apply for Fall 2018 to the School of Visual Art’s MFA in Social Design, the road to a more exciting career with purpose.
Fantasy, Minimalism, Space Top Shutterstock 2018 Creative Trends
Shutterstock notes 11 creative trends for 2018: from mythical beasts and magical landscapes to the unmistakable sci-fi synthwave sound, these trends are growing in popularity amongst marketers and creative professionals.
How To Play It Safe (Hint: Don’t!)
Clinging to the status quo is no way to take your organization to the next level. Diane Domeyer of The Creative Group on five ways to establish a culture where smart risk-taking trumps playing it safe.
Build Your Dream Design Career With Skillshare
A ‘can’t refuse’ limited time special offer for GDUSA readers from Skillshare on thousands of online classes in graphic design, typography, animation and more.