I thought I had posted this months ago, but I can’t seem to find it anywhere on this blog: If you can’t see the picture, here is the full quote: “Nobody tells this to people who are beginners, I wish someone told me. All of us who do creative work, we get into it because…
This photo and aphorism from the Dalai Lama has been my desktop for several months now: “The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity, answered: “Man. Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health. And then he is so anxious about the…
I thought that, after yesterday’s post regarding the digital future, we should have something a little lighter about books:
Very interesting thoughts and research on the future of printed books, e-books, the digital future. Anyone writing, illustrating, printing, publishing, marketing, distributing, and reading books of any kind should take note. “As digital shifts continue to reduce bookstore shelf space and the readers of novels and biographies spend less time in bookstores where they might…
As a designer, I devourย fonts and typefaces. I study them, draw my own characters, and regularly purchase and download new and exciting fonts from a host of individuals and sites. It can, however, be frustrating, when I need the use of only a single word in a design, but the font costs $100 or more.…
Miranda July instantly became a favorite creator of mine since the day artist Jason Polan introduced me to her work, almost five years ago. She writes stories, makes movies and sculptures, and seems to have a grasp of humanity that few possess. So, what’s so great about this Miranda July? She made an entire website…
I usually start thinking about my resolutions for the coming year sometime in October. Because I work as a freelance illustrator and designer for others, as well as produce my own books, drawings, and products throughout the year, it’s important for me to maintain a balance in my work and personal life. The last few…