Sometimes, it takes forever, like you’re trying to pull blood from a stone. Occasionally, the process feels easy.
How long does it take to crack a Logo Design brief?
New branding for the Design Exec Club
New work—branding for the Design Exec Club – a global network of designers, thinkers and executives who share a unified passion for a better future.
Where did that image come from? Use Reverse Image Search to find out
You’ve been asked to check your company owns the rights to the images used on the website. Nobody knows who first sourced them. Use a reverse image search to find out.
2021 has been a big year for car rebrands
It’s interesting that so many have recently zhuzhed up their look this year. Take a look at new brands from Peugeot, Renault, General Motors and Kia.
Why creativity is a fickle, fragile thing
How can creative agencies foster more ideas? I share how agencies can encourage creativity, based on my observations of brainstorming in 2 different PR agencies. Plus, I talk about the fragile nature of creativity.
How long does it take to design a typeface?
1 month, 2 years, a decade? Recently, Sydney-based designer Dave Foster released a new typeface called Blanco.
Why is a logo like a love affair?
Why is a logo like a love affair? In the beginning, it’s all sunshine and roses and possibilities, ie. the ‘research’ or ‘ideas’ phase of designing a logo.
A peek into Brand By Name’s business cards
Brand By Name’s business cards include 3 different printing processes. Let’s take a look at what goes on behind the scenes.
The origin of the Ampersand
The ampersand’s curly, friendly nature makes it a favourite symbol of many a type enthusiast, whether amateur or professional. But where did it come from?
How To Brief Your Graphic Designer
You’ve got ideas in mind, but how do you share them with your designer? Will they be offended? How to brief your designer to explain what you want.
