Recently on Twitter I’ve been posting short tips and tricks on various ways to become a better designer by setting up your computer and using various programs to their full advantage. Below are various techniques I use to keep my computer organized, accessible and favorable that help me be more effective, proficient and more informed [...]
Archive for July, 2009
Sweet Tweets: Design Resources of the Week #8
Sweet Tweets is a weekend feature to The Design Cubicle highlighting some of my favorite, and other Twitterer’s design-related links discovered via Twitter throughout the work week.
Favorite Graphic Design Books
Without a doubt I’m a sucker for a good design book. With my current collection nearing 60 design-focused, inspirational or business/freelancing graphic design books, I’m always on the hunt for more. Recently I’ve been receiving questions via email or Twitter on good design book recommendations. While it’s hard for me to pick just one, I [...]
Good Logos Are Flexible: Tips to make sure yours is
I receive many questions from both clients and other designers asking me “What makes a good logo?” Instead of focusing on what makes a logo look good (because we all know we can argue that point for days based on personal taste), I thought it would be best to focus on what makes a logo [...]
Sweet Tweets: Design Resources of the Week #7
Sweet Tweets is a weekend feature to The Design Cubicle highlighting some of my favorite, and other Twitterer’s design-related links discovered via Twitter throughout the work week. Week of 6-29-09: Vintage 2.0: Glossy Retro Takes Over Web Design “An Inspired Mag reader said a few posts ago that the round corner buttons are dead. I [...]
20 Questions To Ask Clients Prior To Designing A Logo
Before starting any project it’s essential to get the right preliminary information from your clients. This will help pave the way to a successful project, assist in bringing client’s vision into perspective and build a lasting relationship. Many of the questions below will also help in putting together an accurate quote for your client. Things [...]
