As I burn the midnight oil - a few thoughts from a designer who refuses to back down.
As I burn the midnight oil, this post takes shape in my head. This is my happy place – busy and working long into the night. The quiet solitude of a mid-week night is my creative solace. The market, the AI, a series of world events, mixed with the ineptness of the last few and the current government, made it very hard to just enjoy work lately, let alone look optimistically into the future. These last few weeks have reminded me how much I love what I do.
The uncanny valley - A short read on AI replacing designers
A quick Google search of the term "uncanny valley" describes a feeling of unease or disgust that people experience when something is almost human but not quite. I think this definition will soon be updated to include all the content created by AI.
How do I create a logo for my small business?
Logos can be expensive, and when you are on a tight budget, you will have to find cost-effective ways to create your mark. In an ideal world, we all can delegate tasks to experts and reap the benefits of their talents. However, the reality is that sometimes you just need to make it work with what we have - a shoestring.
The Convergence of AI and Graphic Design
This is a hot topic and one that won't go away until this fairly new technology becomes a part of our daily routine. Countless articles and social media posts have been written about it, but it is a normal thing for humans to mull over subjects until we understand them. I am not going to proselytise and ask you to rejoice in the light of this development and reach for the glory of the early adopter.…