Invoice Template
This is a straightforward invoice template to simplify client communications and requesting payments. It includes essential fields such as client…
Design services rate sheet
A student approached me, curious about how to work with clients and price their projects. One tool I suggested was a simple rate sheet, much like a…
Questions from a design-curious student.
Recently, a student reached out to me with some thoughtful questions about what it’s like to be a graphic designer. While these questions came from…
Creating a design resume
Download: Sample Resume Docx Creating a resume as a graphic designer is your chance to show off your creativity while keeping things professional…
Figma teams admin
Do you miss how teams were displayed pre-drafts update? Miss being able to quickly and easily move between teams or drag files from one team to…
Figma’s New UI
I am just going to say it: I’m worried about @Figma’s new UI. I love the work and the obvious care that went into it but UI3 has a huge impact on my…
Computer Recommendations
Students applying for the Game Design Arts or Graphic Design programs will have access to high-end computers in the art computer studios. These are…
Most common interview questions
These are a bit general but don’t go into an interview without having a solid answer to each of these. Tell us a bit about yourself? Best…
Top 9 slides for pitch decks
Opening Slide Motivation Sell the problem Sell the solution/product Market Opportunity Traction Business Model Team Objectives Opening…
Fourty things
by: Mark Manson Your relationship with others is a direct reflection of your relationship with yourself. If you treat yourself poorly, then you’ll…
Mood Boards
In graphic design, a mood board is a visual tool used to convey the overall aesthetic, mood, and tone of a design project. It serves as a curated…
Letter to a Junior Designer
By Elliot Dahl Originally published Aug 14, 2017, at Medium I moved to San Francisco in 2013 as a junior designer with only a few years of…
Planetary Fact Sheet
This information is presented for the benefit of students doing the solar system poster design. Also, it is just cool. All of the information is…
Pantone to CMYK to RGB
There is a non-zero percent chance that this information may become difficult to find in the future. It is posted here for easy reference.…
Figma wish list
Hey Figma, here is my wish list for my favorite design tool. While I believe that all of these additions would make Figma a better product, my…
Colophon
Largely this site is simply a collection of TXT and DOC files stored on Dropbox and served by Blot.im. A lot of care has been taken to make the site…
Sketchbook Drawing Ideas
Drawing in your sketchbook is a wonderful way to develop your skills, explore creativity, and document your experiences. Here are some diverse…
An Incomplete Reading List for Graphic Designers
These are all books that I have read and can personally recommend. The Non-Designer’s Design Book by Robin Williams Thinking with Type by Ellen…
Living expenses by state
From MIT’s Living Wage Calculator which estimates the minimum income necessary for a single person to cover their living expenses and stay above the…
Site Disclaimer
For full clarity, this site is NOT an official publication of any university. While I do work at a university, this site is a private enterprise.…
UI for games research
Pacing the flow of information in AAA games https://uxdesign.cc/pacing-information-flow-in-aaa-games-ad68f0745627 https://interfaceingame.com…
Gestalt Theory of Organization
There are 7 individual principles commonly associated with gestalt theory: similarity continuation closure proximity figure/ground simplicity…
Basic art principles
Color Color is the visual property of the pigment of an object that is detected by the eye and produced as a result of the way the object reflects…
Should I work for free?
Here’s the brutal truth about working for free: generally, it’s a firm “no” from me. But, if you’ve got something non-monetary that really sparks my…
Akin’s Laws of Spacecraft Design
Engineering is done with numbers. Analysis without numbers is only an opinion. To design a spacecraft right takes an infinite amount of effort.…
Portfolio - Tips for creating a compelling portfolio
Think about your unique approach to design and ways you can convey that in your portfolio. Strong personal branding is critical to your freelancing…
Creating a design portfolio
Blatantly cobbled together from: www.nngroup.com/articles/ux-design-portfolios/ www.semplice.com/how-to-write-case-studies-for-your-portfolio…
Money Advice for Students
(and Everyone Else) Achieving financial wellness is crucial for a secure and fulfilling future. Here’s a detailed guide to help you manage your…