On the topic of design, The New York Post has a detailed design case study on Target's new prescription bottle by Deborah Adler, a 29-year-old graphic designer whose ClearRx prescription-packaging system debuts May.
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
Mental Spillage
I think it takes someone in the communication design industry to really appreciate this site, The International Database of Corporate Commands.
And a good find, even though it's from 03— Time For Change by Clement Mok. Another good find, and a good laugh over at The Blacklist, 10 Tips to a Prosperous Client/Designer Relationship. Although if asked, I would admit that 'I am Jack' did it better (www.iamjack.com- which I think is no longer up). In my opinion 'Ode to the Client' is right on the money.
If you found The Tipping Point to be a good read, you might be interested in Freakonomics, written by Steven D. Levitt and Stephan J. Dubner. Puts an interesting spin on things.
And a good find, even though it's from 03— Time For Change by Clement Mok. Another good find, and a good laugh over at The Blacklist, 10 Tips to a Prosperous Client/Designer Relationship. Although if asked, I would admit that 'I am Jack' did it better (www.iamjack.com- which I think is no longer up). In my opinion 'Ode to the Client' is right on the money.
If you found The Tipping Point to be a good read, you might be interested in Freakonomics, written by Steven D. Levitt and Stephan J. Dubner. Puts an interesting spin on things.
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
iPod One
President Bush has an iPod? I wonder what's on it. iPod One, as it is dubbed... has no black artists, no gay artists, no world music, only one woman, and no genre less than 25 years old— not even The Beatles. Looks like this "mirror to the soul" is reflecting in a silo.
Meanwhile, I am anticipating the release of Backpack so that I can finally send reminders to myself through mobile devices. It seems as of late, people are finally getting with the program and creating apps that people actually want to use. (Be careful, competition is on it's way...And others are stumbling onto new uses for apps that weren't even considered... Take this guy for example, who combined the newly released Google Maps with craigslist listings. Beautiful. Not that I'm counting, but there's 16 days until I can have Tiger- as if I haven't been chomping at the bit for months. Oh, the marketing ploys we endure...
Speaking of marketing, there's a forward thinking article by Steve Rubel on Tagvertising that is a future opportunity for companies wanting to jump ahead of the competition. And as if one could not say it enough, much like the MTV bling bling short - people are finally realizing the over- and mis-use of the word Brand. It's a buzzword that I don't appreciate ignorami using, and usually get a slight twitch when I hear it at Starbucks.
For all you print designers, Sheriar Press has put together a PDF of standard folding diagrams, good as a reference for measurement (especially for beginners) but not quite as quick as the templates on Designer's Toolbox.
Side Note: If you're between naps at work and you'd like your mind messes with slightly, visit setaki for an interesting take on a catalog site.
Meanwhile, I am anticipating the release of Backpack so that I can finally send reminders to myself through mobile devices. It seems as of late, people are finally getting with the program and creating apps that people actually want to use. (Be careful, competition is on it's way...And others are stumbling onto new uses for apps that weren't even considered... Take this guy for example, who combined the newly released Google Maps with craigslist listings. Beautiful. Not that I'm counting, but there's 16 days until I can have Tiger- as if I haven't been chomping at the bit for months. Oh, the marketing ploys we endure...
Speaking of marketing, there's a forward thinking article by Steve Rubel on Tagvertising that is a future opportunity for companies wanting to jump ahead of the competition. And as if one could not say it enough, much like the MTV bling bling short - people are finally realizing the over- and mis-use of the word Brand. It's a buzzword that I don't appreciate ignorami using, and usually get a slight twitch when I hear it at Starbucks.
For all you print designers, Sheriar Press has put together a PDF of standard folding diagrams, good as a reference for measurement (especially for beginners) but not quite as quick as the templates on Designer's Toolbox.
Side Note: If you're between naps at work and you'd like your mind messes with slightly, visit setaki for an interesting take on a catalog site.
Friday, April 01, 2005
Catching Up | the beginning...
Okay, so I've been putting it off. And putting it off some more. I must visit 30 blogs on a daily basis (thank gawd for tabbed browsing)- yet didn't have one myself. So here we go...
Let me just start by saying that these guys are onto something. The interaction transitions remind me slightly of the Intentionallies site, but as a search tool for tag—it's out of control. As if people weren't already into Flickr.
And more from the proverbial blogosphere, a recent problogger interview with Paul Scrivens talks about making major mulaah with your blog- I think he mentions that his best month was a little over $10,000. If this interests you, check out Workboxers and sign up for the 9rules network.
On the mobile front, now you can get all the info you need on your hand-held through MobileAnswers (Beta), a site that uses content from Wikipedia and other sources to get you up to speed on just about anything you need.
Let me just start by saying that these guys are onto something. The interaction transitions remind me slightly of the Intentionallies site, but as a search tool for tag—it's out of control. As if people weren't already into Flickr.
And more from the proverbial blogosphere, a recent problogger interview with Paul Scrivens talks about making major mulaah with your blog- I think he mentions that his best month was a little over $10,000. If this interests you, check out Workboxers and sign up for the 9rules network.
On the mobile front, now you can get all the info you need on your hand-held through MobileAnswers (Beta), a site that uses content from Wikipedia and other sources to get you up to speed on just about anything you need.
Nintendo DS Ad
Even though the PSP is going to smother you in your sleep, Nintendo- you have to respect the great use of the medium. Note: man with gun in reflection.
iPod Directions in NY
I figured that starting out with this would show where the future is heading- just like Wal-tussin, communication design is getting even smarter- keep that brand architecture going.
Computer Love Poster Contest
The Poster Design Contest is an annual competition, aiming at promoting the Computerlove.net creative community.
This year, Computerlove.net invites artists to interpret the theme of "Geography and Information" in any style of visual language to express and reflect their personal feelings...Submission deadline: April 15th, 2005
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This year, Computerlove.net invites artists to interpret the theme of "Geography and Information" in any style of visual language to express and reflect their personal feelings...Submission deadline: April 15th, 2005
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