Archive for the “Personal” Category

10,000 Subscriber Giveaway Celebration and other smashing news

30-11-2009 Brian 58 Comments

Every once in awhile I like to share what’s going on in and around my life and TDC, while also spreading a little giveaway cheer (continue reading for more on the giveaway)! A lot has happened over the past month with some exciting announcements and a new blog… so lets begin.
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Identity design process for a personal rebranding

05-10-2009 Brian 27 Comments

Mike Tittel, an independent photographer approached me looking to take his personal brand identity to the next level. Mike Tittel Photography, an adventure sports/active lifestyle photography company based out of Salt Lake City, Utah, decided that if he wanted to move from his “basic Verdana [all type] logo” that he needed to work with a professional — something unfamiliar to him and his previous marketing efforts.

Mike was a follower of mine on Twitter and after discovering my portfolio, decided to fill out my online Logo Design Project Worksheet. After reading his responses and a few initial phone conversations I felt that Mike and I shared something very similar, and not because we were both independent workers; we both had extreme passion for what we do and also valued thoughtful, relevant design. Continue reading below for a look into Mike Tittel Photography’s logo design process.
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A New Site for Design Inspiration, Resouces, and… Brian Hoff + Other News

24-09-2009 Brian 13 Comments

Occasionally here on TDC, I like to share what I’ve been up to, what I’ve been working on and a little horn tootin’, and thought this would be a perfect time to do so, since many of you might have noticed a drop in new articles recently. The past month has been a really busy and exciting month for me (sorry for the shortage of new articles, but that will be changing really soon) and below I have some exciting news and information to share.
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Twitterview recap: How to get more design work + more

01-09-2009 Brian 21 Comments

Earlier today I had the chance to be live interviewed on Twitter (aka Twitterview) by the people over at Neenah Paper. In the proclaimed ‘Twitterview’ I was asked 9 questions that pertained to my business, my work and advice to other designers on social media and how it can play a role into business.
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