Words & Letters
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 […]
Tax day has come and gone.Summer is around the corner.This is not a haiku. Web Design/UX/UI Design systems 102: How to build your design systemWe’ll walk you through the basics of creating a system tailored to your unique goals and challenges, whether building from scratch or starting with existing pieces Graphic Design/Branding Deep Accounting’s Branding […]
Video games have been a big influence in my life. From early 8-bit, through the dawn of 3D, and into the current day–it’s all creative, designed to every detail (when it’s great), and built for fun. I played my share of racing games, but this was never my favorite genre. Still, this week’s links have […]
It’s officially Spring now. The time change has happened. It’s getting warmer (some days). I’m trying to roll with it. This week is another small batch of hand-selected links for you all. Enjoy. Art Daisuke SamejimaRealistic paintings on spheres Industrial Design The Wearable Masterpieces of the Swatch x Tate Gallery CollectionSwatch also has a history […]
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 […]
It’s way too late to get into words–I’ll leave you all with the links. Graphic Design/Branding Learning by Helping by Carolina Vázquez GarcíaAn agency and academy that creates and teaches how to create social, environmental and sustainable innovation projects in a fresh, fun and joyful way. Technology/Tools Cold Production: Creating Concrete Components Using Formworks Made […]
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 […]
Happy February. It’s over. We’ve got a slew of really long months ahead. We’ve got no real holidays (in the US) to speak of until Memorial Day in late May. I’m not trying to bum you out. This is a reality check. If you can, take a moment to book a few days off. All […]