This is a tumblelog, kinda like a blog but with short-form, mixed-media posts with stuff I like. Scroll down a bit to start reading, or a bit more to read more about me.
I am ecstatic!! I have been wanting to make a site for so long! I did have one I made through a class once but the flash didn’t work on everyones pcs so I scrapped it. I worked so very hard re-editing photos, coming up with a logo and theme for myself. It is soooo hard designing for yourself, when you are indecisive!! Here is everything from my brand book.
The best part about this, is it was a real life project for me!!!
“If you have too much fame it boils over and scalds your feet.”
Who would want that? There is such thing as being humble and comfortable. That is were I am right now with my photography business. I could do more business which would be nice, but currently that would overwhelm me, seeing I am busy with so much more. Later on I would like to have more clients. I believe most people look at who you are. How you are. Then your work. I am probably way off… maybe I’d like to think my personality will save me.
The lesson is simple: We must not confuse admiration and respect with fame and celebrity.
I really admire the bit about design competitions. It really doesn’t mean anything!!! There is so much design out there! I would rather be respected for my quality of work and design ideas than win a competition that I had to PAY for. Going to lectures and keeping in touch with colleges will always be great additives in your design career. With my past experience in working for jerks, loosers, unfair bosses, and annoying employees, I feel as though I have a tougher skin than before and I am willing to be critiqued by fresh eyes, and seeing points of views I never noticed. One of my favorite things is to critique other work as well. It’s the circle of design life!
I love how Shaughnessy gives us a different perspective from being hired as a graphic designer, to hiring designers for your own studio. I can’t imagine the process must be difficult. Not only are you looking for great design, but you are looking for compatible people who will be a great asset and not a mistake.
Treating your employers like Gods? Who wouldn’t want this job? I get what he is saying though. Behind every design is a designer that put blood, sweat, and tear behind that beautiful piece of work! The design is a product of an individual mind. They are at the center of the design. It is done with hand, eye, and brain. THis is why when your work is mutilated by clients we are unhappy, and when its praised we’re happy. We are, our designs. A small part of us is imbedded.
Chapter 7 reminds me of episodes of Mad Men. Handling clients, keeping a sustaining relationship, and dumping them. Clients that try and manipulate and con you? this sounds like a nightmare! Thank you Shaughnessy for your insights and warnings!
The dream team.
Gluten-Free Survival Kit
Just a few photos from the 300ish of one of my last weddings!
