by Chris Green | Jun 12, 2019 | Design
A brand identity is the visual elements of the brand such as logo, colour and the design that separates the brand from the competition in the eyes of the consumer. A strong identity should be memorable, easily identifiable and consistent. Having a strong brand...
by Chris Green | Apr 9, 2019 | Design
Being a designer in a world of seemingly endless remote graphic design jobs means you can basically work from just about anywhere if you so choose. But finding quality remote graphic design jobs is sometimes easier said than done. Not only is it tough competing with...
by Chris Green | Jan 24, 2019 | Design
With all the “design it yourself” websites and cheap design services popping up, we asked 23 top designers to share their thoughts on how essential design is right now. Here’s what they said… Aaron Draplin For 2019? I’m hoping my answer...
by Chris Green | Jan 12, 2019 | Design
“Social media isn’t working – I post regularly but it’s not bringing me any new clients.” That’s the most frequent complaint I hear about social media from freelance designers, and other creative professionals, for that matter. This does not surprise me because most...
by Chris Green | Mar 31, 2018 | Design, Events
As a designer based in the Midlands in the UK, I want to shout loud about the forthcoming Birmingham Design Festival in the Summer 2018. This will be a chance to celebrate the breadth of talent in and around the City over four full days of workshops, talks,...
by Chris Green | Mar 13, 2018 | Design
For years, I’ve been on record against pricing creative services by the hour. My main beef is simple: the better you get at what you do, the less time it will take and, when you price hourly, the less you will earn. This is a tragedy and doesn’t make sense in the...
by Chris Green | Feb 16, 2018 | Design, Getting Started
Just about every app and website uses icons. In fact, you’ve probably used then in many projects, but why did you use icons and how do you know you used them in the right places? That question keeps even the most experienced web and app designers scratching their...
by Chris Green | Jan 28, 2018 | Design
I love listening to and creating graphic design podcasts. It’s a medium that provides options to go deep and connect with an audience. In times of short messages and notifications it’s a haven of value and knowledge. I would love to guide you trought the landscape of...
by Chris Green | Aug 1, 2017 | Design
1. When did you realise you wanted to be a designer? Like most kids, I grew up drawing. Unlike most kids, I stuck with it. I never considered going into art as a career until my senior year in high school. I saw The Little Mermaid in theaters and decided I wanted to...
by Chris Green | Jul 14, 2017 | Design
1. When did you realise you wanted to be a designer? Growing up I was that kid that loved art. I loved to make things, loved drawing and was interested in animation too. I used to win a lot of art competitions, and even had my drawings on TV a few times. Because of...
