Freelancing can be a real source of stress: What with the financial concerns, demanding clients, long hours at the computer, and general disconnect from family and friends. However, you shouldn’t let stress kill your dream job. Freelancing as a graphic designer—or even as a writer or artist—is one of...
Designing the branding logos of other corporations is only part of the work of a successful graphic designer. In fact, a designer’s own personal business logo can be just as crucial for drawing in new clients as a successful portfolio of past work experiences. Because of this, designing your...
If we’ve learned anything from Mad Men, it’s this: The world of marketing and advertisement is cutthroat, dirty, and superficial to the umpteenth degree. You might not like to admit it, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t capitalize on the way things are to improve your own adverts and...
Stickers aren’t just for little kids: They have a place in a multitude of projects, spanning everything from guerrilla marketing to mailing and packing slips. A sticker is a great way to say a lot in a small, customized package. If your project calls for something with an adhesive...
It doesn’t cost a fortune to get started with graphic design work. Sure, it can be prohibitively expensive to get your own studio with loads of employees, multiple computers, and a penthouse view-but most people don’t start out that way. Instead, try out these bargain tips for some truly...