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Fail-Proof Design Process
I have been noticing a pattern in my designs—not the kind that I use as a design element, but a pattern in my design process. When I start a design, I have all these ideas swarming around my head, I start sketching, then quickly get to the point where I want to start implementing. Hours go by, I continue to dump all the stuff from my head into the design. Frustration sets in—because my brilliant image isn’t quite working out in real life. Years ago I started using this trick to bring me out of my design hole—it always seems to work. When I hit the point…
A Few Simple Ways To Design a Better Form
We all have to fill out forms from time to time...at Dr.’s offices, taxes, shipping...you know—the almost archaic kind that are printed out and you have to use an ink pen to complete. I don’t know if this is just because I am a designer, so I notice these things, but rarely (if ever) have I filled out a nicely designed form. It always makes me furious when I realize that I have written my address on the phone number line because it wasn’t immediately clear where I should be writing what. Are graphic designers not hired to create these ugly, confusing forms? If this is the case, why are companies choosing to use an Office Manager (or the like) to create the forms? Forms are used to gather very important information…
Innocent Invaders Onesies and Decals
In celebration of four Departikans having babies last year, we decided to put our Innocent Invader Photoshop brushes we created for Smashing Magazine on Onesies. Surely you know some breeders who would love this as a unique gift. We also used the brushes to make a few vinyl wall decals so adults can enjoy them too. Check them out at our Etsy store.
Free Innocent Invaders Photoshop Brush Set
In Mediaslap news, we designed a free Photoshop brush set exclusively for release at Smashingmagazine.com. It features a curious cast of characters who are ready to infiltrate your creative projects. Inspired by designer vinyl toys, this high resolution set includes a collection of 15 different creatures accompanied by 10 background illustrations. Download the free Innocent Invaders high-resolution Photoshop brushes at Smashingmagazine.com.
She’s Crafty
I read this snippet in Print Magazine about Jessica Helfand’s new book, “Scrapbooking: An American History”. Helfand is a writer for the Design Observer and has written many books surrounding the subject of graphic design. This particular book was inspired by her critical blog post about scrapbooking and the profound reaction to it (I recommend reading the post). It made me think about…
New Stuff at Mediaslap
We recently added a few new Photoshop brush sets and our blog is now up over at Mediaslap. Jason posted our first video tutorial and it’s a great view for those new to Photoshop brush usage. It is also worth watching by anyone in the creative industry for the sheer entertainment value. Have a look for yourself.
