I've decided that my career is a moving target, and maybe creative types are not meant to be satisfied. We should continue to strive for better work. I heard someone say "your days are your life", it is a simple yet profound thought. Today marks the first day in almost two years that I've had the ability to work from home. Had I gone into the office it would have meant driving my bicycle 2.5 miles through an ice storm into the loop…
Read MoreI got the opportunity to see Stromae, a Belgian electronic artist at the Riviera last week. I was only familiar with a few of his songs after a coworker was telling me of an NPR she had been listening to on her way into work. I actively pursue things that get me out of my comfort bubble, and since I don't speak a word of French I was intrigued…
Read MoreWhy am I so nervous to put my thoughts in writing? I have eight unfinished blog posts in my drafts folder today. I put a lot of heart into my designs too, you would think the experience of putting my words into the world be equal to the pain of publishing my portfolio site…
Read MoreAs a young designer, you often have complex ideas and may add clutter to your work to get your point across. You lack the confidence and schooling it takes to make educated decisions and probably do not understand balance or rhythm yet. I routinely attend talks via Creative Mornings, and recently had the pleasure of hearing Scott Wilson from Minimal Design speak…
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