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I was lucky enough to attend Config (the Figma design conference) last week and this week is the 4th of July. Work is getting done… somehow. The machine never stops. Take a breath, walk, or whatever you do to give yourself a break. Architecture Fritz Tiny HomesMore living per square inch: Refined tiny homes for […]
This week’s list is a little short. I apologize. This last week caught me off guard and Config snuck up on me too. Animation How we made animated film No Dogs or Italians AllowedThe team at studio Foliascope explain their compositing process in DaVinci Resolve and Fusion Studio Industrial Design Industrial Designer Invents Easy-to-Use Third […]
Ten links in the usual, wide variety of subjects. I’m tired (writing this the night before). It’s been a long day, so I’m going to cut it short right now. Next week is Config! Web Design/UX/UI Design Systems vs. Style GuidesDesign systems are a set of standards needed to manage design at scale. Style guides […]
I make my share of mistakes. It’s endless–to be honest. It happens daily and I do try not to. They are often painful and unpleasant. Of course, I try and learn from them. That itself is error-prone and not without its share of blunders. I’m not going to give you a cliche story about how […]
Sometimes the power goes out. We are spoiled here in the US. This happens rarely and it almost always back on in minutes. We do freak out as if the world is ending. We act the same way if the internet or Instagram (pick your social of choice) is down. What we expect is now […]
I’m running on 5 hours of sleep. It’s been a long day. I don’t have much left in the tank for typing words. I’ll leave you all with the usual barrage of links. Web Design/UX/UI The polish paradoxThe more you polish, the less you see Photography World Press Photo: 2024 Contest winnersThe selection encourages greater […]
I listen to a lot of podcasts. It’s a wide mix of content (you might guess as much from what I post here). I enjoy the medium and I love the range of formats and structures. From the quick newsy shows to the long-form interviews, deep investigations into a topic, and everything in between–I consume […]
Writing words isn’t what I get paid to do. That hasn’t stopped me from trying to improve over the years. This effort comes and goes. I’m sure you aren’t here for these introductions, so let’s get to the visuals. Web Design/UX/UI Seeing the Systems in EdTechHow ‘pace layers’ can help designers understand complex systems A […]
No words, too busy… Links only today. Typography The hidden power of typographyThe science behind how design choices influence perception and behavior Graphic Design/Branding Branding and Visual Identity: Nexto Agency’s ApproachExplore how Nexto Agency’s unique approach to branding and visual identity sets the benchmark in marketing design, blending innovation with a youthful spirit. Art/Sculpture Individual […]
I often debate the decision to post these on Tuesdays. We all know about Mondays–they shock the system. Monday night, when I put these together is not always ideal. I’m often tired and motivation is fleeting. Once in a while, I’ll get up early. But I’m not an early riser by nature. I like Tuesday […]