Resources
Photoshop CS5 Tip: Selecting Specific Sizes
Want to make a precise selection using the Photoshop Marquee tool, say 300 x 250 px? This brief tutorial show you how: Select the Marquee tool Up in options bar, select the style drop down menu entitled Normal and select Fixed Size (you can also select Fixed Ratio which will lock in a specific ratio [...]
Great Advice for a Graphic Design Student
I came across this blog post over at Frank Chimero’s site. It has some great advice for current graphic design students and those just entering the design/studio work force. As a MFA student at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, a lot of his words resonated with me and so I thought I’d [...]
Photoshop CS5 Video Sneak Peaks
Yep. Here are some videos highlights of what’s coming up in Photoshop CS5. (very secretive, shhhhhhh, don’t tell):
New Website Launched: Specialty Concrete
I love the challenge that a new design job brings, particularly web design. I lose sleep, in a good way, thinking about all the design details and solutions. My newest project was for a concrete company called Specialty Concrete. Their only form of outward advertisement (besides magnetic signs on their vehicles) was a local Craigslist [...]
50 Free Lessons in Graphic Design Theory
Want or need a crash course on everything design from typography to color theory to layouts and grid? Here is a great starting place: 50 Free Lessons in Graphic Design Theory. Excerpts: 10. Master Web Typography: 8 Detailed Typography Tips for the Web: “One of the most under–rated elements of beautiful Web design is the [...]
Parliament Design Studio and Envy
Our design environment can have a big impact on our creative mood and outlook. When I see a studio like Parliament Design’s, I must admit, the sixth deadly sin sets in. (ht The Best Parts)
Create a Character with Adobe Illustrator CS4
Whenever I find a good resource, whether for training/how-to or simply inspiration, I will pass it on here. I needed a good tutorial on creating vector characters in Adobe Illustrator CS4 and came across this little gem from Colorburned. It walks you through the entire process, step-by-step, from sketch to final render with shading. I [...]
