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Spec work in the internet age

no respect

A few days ago, a young designer thought they’d take a stand against spec work, and uploaded the NO!SPEC logo to LogoSauce (a website offering logo design competitions). In response, an article was published on the LogoSauce blog, no-spec vs spec.

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How effective is priority seating signage?

Back in 2005, there was a trial on the London Underground where “baby on board” badges were given to mums-to-be. The aim was to encourage Tube passengers to give up their seats for mothers-to-be without being asked. Here’s one of the badges after it was spotted on the Tube. Photo courtesy of Annie Mole For [...]

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What is graphic design?

pencil sharpenings

If asked what graphic design is, could you answer in one sentence?
Here’s one possible definition:

“Graphic design is the use of visual communication to solve a problem.”

However, do you think it’s right to assume for every design project there’s a problem in the first place?

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David Airey in the top 10 websites for designers, and a new look for HOW Design

HOW top 10 websites for designers

Last week I received a very welcomed email from Megan, Senior Editor at HOW Magazine, telling me that my website is amongst the HOW top 10 websites for designers in February. Quite the honour, and alongside some excellent company.

Here’s the list in full, with a short description provided by HOW.

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Top 50 graphic design blogs

Logo Design Love

My top 50 graphic design blogs, authored by some very talented graphic designers. Enjoy the inspiration.

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Are you an eco-friendly designer?

environment scenery

The environment is under more threat today, than it ever has been, and responsibility lies with all of us for doing what we can to help. Here are three very simple steps that designers can take to help the environment.

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First steps to graphic design pricing

100 pound notes

Are you self-employed? Freelancing? Consulting? Perhaps you’re looking for a designer and want to know how they set their rates?

How much to charge a client is one of the most talked about topics in self-employment, and here I offer points to consider for designers setting their graphic design pricing.

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Graphic design prize draw winners

David Airey Jamie Clague

It’s finally arrived, the month of my one year blog birthday, and in celebration, I’ve given away some fantastic prizes, kindly donated by a host of excellent blog authors.

The winners listed were drawn by Jamie, of Terinea, using a random number generator. Thanks for your help, Jamie.

Here are the lucky winners.

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$4,000 blog anniversary prize draw

gold medal

To celebrate the 1 year anniversary of my graphic design blog, I’m launching this bumper giveaway to thank you all. You’ve helped make this site what it is today and here are the fantastic prizes up for grabs.

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Milton Glaser: Art is Work

Six minutes well-spent, watching Milton Glaser talk about design.

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