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6 Graphic Design Trends to Dive into in 2018

14. December 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan

So far in 2018, we can see that many brands have lost their fear to use conventional colors or designs, and went for more risky things. This is a good thing, since new graphic design tools are being exploited that were not looked at before because of the fear of people not liking it. Here, […]

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6 Graphic Design Tips Every Starting Designer Should Know

14. November 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan

Graphic design is a creative activity that aims to project objects that are useful and aesthetic. This is a very busy career, and is evolving and gathering adepts all over the world even though the career may be demanding and very creative. There are many young people (and not so young people as well) who […]

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These 7 Graphic Design Simple Tips Could Help Any Non-Designer Out There

12. June 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan

Currently there are many people who have knowledge about graphic design even without having studied, and even earn money by doing any work that a client requests, especially for internet pages or social networks, in most cases. Here we have some tips about graphic design that could help any non-designer out there: Follow Your Instinct […]

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6 Graphic Design Trends to Dive into in 2018

14. December 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

Risky colors

Enough with the white, black, and gray already; bright colors are here to stay. Currently the brands that attract the most attention are the most colorful and risky ones, unique for their designs and innovation thanks to the use of not so conventional and typical colors that we are used to see everywhere. Even in some successful platforms like Spotify, we can see the unique designs with green, pink or neon colors as the people’s favorites.

GIFs, a new motion

A new innovation was the creation of moving images extracted from videos, GIFs. This is really being used as a form of promotion by different brands, or even in the design of different websites. Tumblr is an exemplary network of the massive use of GIF that gives more life to everything.

Cinemagraphs

The cinemagraphs are similar to GIFs; the difference is that the cinemagraphs are photographs in movement. This is another trend that has been seen repeatedly in social networks or websites, which has really taken more force than ever in this 2018, and will possibly continue in 2019.

They have even created applications where you can make these cinemagraphs manually with your photos and without so much effort.

Large bold letters

The use of different fonts has been exploited this year in many designs, in a very cool and attractive way. Currently among any cool design, it’s normal to use more than 2 types of fonts separately or in different paragraphs. In addition, the letters that stand out, which are the largest, are shaded in bold.

Massive use of images

Currently, it’s a trend to use designs with background images and letters that stand out; something that has been adopted by highly recognized web pages or important brands. Also, they are being used as a form of promotion, through the most used social networks platforms like Instagram or Twitter, which are very well received by young people.

Illustrations boom

The illustrations have become very fashionable, which are used as a design in web pages, images in articles or in communication platforms. An example of this is the Slack platform and the massive use of illustrations as the main feature that attracts the most attention.

Design trends every year are more innovative, attractive and super cool. Therefore, these trends that have emerged in 2018 have come to officially stay. The more designs that emerge and become trends, the more people they will attract.

Designers

David Carson – Meet the Typography Revolutionist who Changed Design inside the United States

1. December 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

David Carson is a director and graphic designer. He’s an activist of the revolutionary typography. When he was in charge of editing Ray Gun magazine, the magazine was characterized by the typographic approach that David gave to it, which was later known as “grunge typography”.

He studied at the San Diego State University, and at the Oregon College of Commercial Art, and has done countless specialized courses in the area of graphic design. He became an art director for Transworld Skateboarding magazine, linking two of his passions, extreme sports and design.

A Great Resume

He also collaborated with Surfer magazine, making publications, and then redesigning the style of the magazine. This led him to be hired by Ray Gun magazine. After leaving the magazine, David created his own design agency called “David Carson Design”, where he works with Nike, Pepsi, Ray-Ban, American Airlines, Armani, NBC, British Airways, Toyota, Warner Bros, Intel, Mercedes Benz, Kodak, among other brands.

He also became the director of the Gibbes Art Museum in Charleston, and the creative director of the Bose brand. He has also made designs for the International Festival of San Sebastian and advertising posters for the design school at Harvard.

Globetrotter

David has traveled around the world showing his art, teaching his design techniques, and telling his experiences of having worked with the biggest brands in the world. He has also won several awards like Designer of the Year, Best Overall Design, and the title of the most famous graphic designer on the planet by the London Creative Review, and more than 200 other awards.

Our team knows David’s style was defined during the 1980s as “dirty and unconventional”, that’s why he received a great recognition to be an idol for the design industry. One of its design tools was the use of Dingbat, a typography that came to revolutionize the world of design. Carson’s work has received so much admiration due to being an innovator since his art was taken as rebellious or untraditional, now it’s valued as the best of design.

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6 Graphic Design Tips Every Starting Designer Should Know

14. November 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

There are many young people (and not so young people as well) who are starting studies in the graphic design world. Here we share some tips about graphic design that every starting designer should know:

The Use of Fonts

The fonts give a lot of personality to the design that is trying to be created. There are many models, designed specifically for every mood you want to transmit with the final product. But you should try to use more than one font, to give more emphasis to the design, if you have several types of writings going around. But you must place the fonts correctly, in paragraphs or different parts, not all together.

White Background

Many designs use a white background, so you can highlight the design you want to make. There are many brands that use these types of designs, because they always try to get the attention of the customers with a white and clean background and a popping image.

Bright Colors

Currently, bright colors are the ones being used to attract attention. It’s a tactic that is being used in many designs, which undoubtedly receive a lot of attention from young people. Therefore, do not be afraid to use any color, so take the risk, and try new ones. The bright colors are a good option (depending on the design), but you must practice a few combining techniques to improve your taste and develop a design style.

Make Sketches

You should always be practicing and doing different sketches, do not work with the first option or a single idea. Try to develop the ideas you have through several sketches and then choose the best one. Currently there are many applications or programs that can be used on a computer and are easy to use.

The Importance of Images

The images, in any design, whether it’s an illustration or simple photo, it’s very important to use them in the design to make it look more attractive, and get more attention from the audience. Remember, a picture talks more than words.

Although graphic design isn’t something you could learn easily, trust us with this one, you’ll start better by knowing these simple tips.

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WSG Wattens: Project promotion into the Bundesliga takes shape Wattens

12. November 201828. November 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

Anyone who leads the table in Austria’s second football league shortly before the halfway point of the season and calls for a meeting does not discuss the menu of the stadium canteen. On Monday evening the WSG Swarovski Wattens thought about the implementation of the licensing requirements – only those who fulfil them are allowed to move up. Burning topics:

Capital company: The outsourced GmbH for professional operations sets the course required by the Bundesliga. It is 100 percent owned by WSG Swarovski Wattens, only junior players, women and the second fighting team are classified in the original club. 540 Euro expense allowance (tax-free) – this is no longer possible in Austria’s top league.

Budget: Two scenarios have been prepared. Should it not be enough to advance, the existing budget (€ 2.8 million) will probably be maintained. 4.5 million seems conceivable for the hoped-for promotion project. Subsidies are not yet included in this sum, especially as the club is still calculating with second league payments this year and hopes for more support from the municipality later on. An important building block in the total for 2019/20: the television money of 1.7 million euros.

The comfort pavement: The licensing efforts swallow up money, the club steps into advance payment. In the event that the club is not promoted, it will receive a compensation payment of up to 250,000 euros from a Bundesliga pot. This would also cover the costs incurred.

Kader: “We represent the name Swarovski, we will certainly not take any risks“, Chief Financial Officer Hubert Vogelsberger states upon request. The squad must be increased to 25 professionals for the highest league, but this must be within budget despite the goal of maintaining the class. Slots Village has more than 100 slots, most o belonging to the five reel variety and some carry progressive jackpots.

Stadium question: Probably the most burning issue, because an ascent requires an increase in stadium capacity to 5000 covered seats as well as the installation of a lawn heating system. The sporting competition – BW Linz obviously does not want to move up, Ried (5 points back) even more so – could delay the decision until the last matchday (1 June 2019). Only seven weeks later, in a completely renovated Gernot Lange stadium, there is no time for all the eagerness.

Alternatives: The only thing that seems to be certain is that the WSG Wattens will probably not be able to play in Wattens in the year of promotion, but the Innsbruck-based Tivoli will remain as an alternative, as recently announced by coach Thomas Silberberger. The Olympiaworld would have been okay, but: Because the Bundesliga regulations don’t allow a third team besides Wacker and Wacker II, either the black-green foals have to dodge (to the already cheaper Gernot Long Stadium) – or Wattens is looking for an alternative outside the national borders in Salzburg and Vorarlberg.

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Vow of silence over Salzburg’s Haidara also holds in Leipzig

12. November 201828. November 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

Ralf Rangnick, Leipzig Sports Director and coach, could not deny a winter change of the midfield jewel before the duel against Salzburg.

Leipzig – The question of a change of Salzburg’s midfield jewel Amadou Haidara continues to occupy fans and media before the duel with RB Leipzig. Leipzig’s sports director and trainer Ralf Rangnick did not want to comment on this in advance, but could not deny the supposedly already decided winter deal either.

“I’m not talking about players playing elsewhere,” said Rangnick with regard to a possible change of the 20-year-old from Mali. A good two weeks ago, however, he himself had fuelled speculation about Haidara, who had been associated with his “big brother” for months. The transfer of two Kicker to Leipzig in the winter break is already decided thing, said Rangnick at that time. A finger pointing that Haidara is one of the two was Rangnick further statement on Wednesday. That the Malian team player is not one of the two new ones, he did not want to confirm there. He was content with pointing out that it had been agreed not to mention any names.

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“Has a great career ahead of him”

Rangnick remained as covered as Salzburg, where sports director Christoph Freund refused to comment on the dribbling kicker with a strong shot. For Salzburg coach Marco Rose, it is clear that Haidara has a bright future ahead of him – comparable to Naby Keita, who made his way from Salzburg via Leipzig to Liverpool. “Doudou is an outstanding boy with good humour. An outstanding soccer player and a top character who has fit in very well with us. He has a great career ahead of him,” said the German about Haidara. He came to Liefering from his home country in 2016 and sensationally won the Youth League under Rose. In the pre-season, he belonged to the “bull” squad that advanced to the semi-finals of the Europa League.

A highly acclaimed star at home

Haidara is the “product” of the JMG Academy in Mali’s capital Bamako, one of several locations of the JMG Group of former French team player and coach Jean-Marc Guillou. The now 72-year-old with good connections to his former co-trainer Arsene Wenger runs a total of ten academies in Africa and Asia starting in the 1990s and has already developed African top kickers such as Kolo and Yaya Toure, Salomon Kalou, Gervinho and Didier Zokora. Guillou’s methodology is astonishing: the boys play barefoot and without shin guards, even the goalkeeper is missing. This should improve the defensive behaviour.

Haidara is already a highly acclaimed star in his homeland. His way connects him with his Malian national team and Salzburg colleague and friend Diadie Samassekou. This one could also get lost in Salzburg in the foreseeable future. Besides Manchester City, Liverpool, AS Roma and Borussia Dortmund, Leipzig is not surprisingly considered a possible employer. Ace Lucky Casino has a huge collection of games.

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Broke at WAC: In doubt against FC Wacker

12. November 201828. November 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

The team from Innsbruck had to admit defeat to the Carinthians 1:3 after a 1-0 break lead.

Wolfsberg – The trip to Lavanttal was not worth a visit for FC Wacker. In the Wolfsberger AC, the Tyroleans lost 1:3, thus taking their fifth defeat in the seventh round, drove back to Innsbruck rather frustrated and thus stuck in the lower half of the table. In addition there was a lot of trouble with the impartial Markus Hameter.

After the break whistle, the Black Greens marched relaxed into the cabin. Because the hosts fogged a few high-carat players – Marcel Ritzmaier and two headers from Dever Orgill and Marc Andre Schmerböck – FC Wacker played very efficiently.

Two chances, one goal – first striker Patrik Eler had bad luck after Henning flank with a header, then Martin Harrer sunk a dry shot from the edge of the penalty area into the short corner. The 26-year-old Styrian’s fourth goal of the season and at the same time the end of the first half, which was optimal from the Tyrolean point of view.

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Whatever was discussed in the cabin was completely different. First a Ritzmaier free-kick landed at the crossbar, then Stefan Rakowitz attacked WAC striker Schmerböck in the penalty area and Hameter immediately decided on the penalty kick. A penalty kick that you can give, but that doesn’t necessarily have to whistle. One of many decisions of the referees with which the Wacker pros did not agree at all.

The experienced Michael Liendl turned safely to the 1:1. With the second goal of the wolves there were then no more excuses. After a Liendl corner, the strong Mario Leitgeb pushed the ball with his head into the goal. Previously, U21 team player Dominik Baumgartner had given the Wacker lead by head.

The fact that FCW coach Karl Daxbacher had to follow the last 20 minutes from the stands because of criticism fit into the picture. The last time the “Sir Karl” happened was seven years ago as Austria coach. “The penalty kick, which was not a penalty for me, was absolutely decisive and turned the game around. Rakowitz was half a meter higher and the Schmerböck also put his back up. In general, I have the feeling that the whistle is blowing against Innsbruck at the moment,” Daxbacher was annoyed after the final whistle and then immediately added: “There were many decisions to be questioned, the third goal of the Wolfsberg team was also preceded by a clear foul on Maak.”

In the end, FC Wacker, as in most previous games, was able to do more, but that was once again a weak consolation. Especially as the numbers also spoke for the Carinthians: 3-1 victory, 61 percent ball possession, more duels won and five points ahead of the fifth in the table. Plush Bingo’s new players get an opportunity to claim generous welcome bonus of up to £3000 free bingo in the first week.

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The Best 8 Graphic Design Schools to Get a Degree In

13. October 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

The graphic design career is very attractive for those who have a creative vein and want to exploit it, or who are curious about the world of graphic design and want to venture into it. Any option is valid. In order to do that, there are many universities which offer this career. Here we share with you some of the best graphic design schools to get a degree in:

Royal College of Arts

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It was the first design school in the world, created in 1837 and located in London (UK). The students’ capacity is small compared to other art schools, with a total of more than 500. But it’s the most prestigious schools in the world, and even many artists, designers, and actors have been formed there.

School of Arts, Design and Architecture of the University of Aalto

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It’s a design school that was founded in 1871, located in Helsinki (Finland). It’s considered one of the best schools, in addition to the attractive design of its facilities. They offer a variety of design, art, film, TV, and production programs.

Polytechnic University of Hong Kong

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It was founded in 1937 in Hong Kong. It’s a university very attractive for foreigners who want to specialize in the area of design thanks to the programs they offer, and the quality of the education imparted.

UCLA Design Media Arts

The University of California in Los Angeles has yet another one of the best design schools in the world, and was founded in 1988. The alumni are just a few people, barely 209 in total.

Rhode Island School of Design

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It’s considered among the top 3 of the best design schools in the world. It was created in 1877, and is located in Providence (Rhode Island). It has more than 2,000 students.

Parsons The New School for Design

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Founded in 1896 in New York. They offer a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate and specialization programs in the world of design and production. They currently have more than 5000 students.

D School: Design Institute of Stanford University

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The Stanford University located in California has a design school that is one of the best in the world. They currently have more than 15,000 students, only in one facility.

California College of the Arts

Known as CalArts, it’s a school that was founded in 1907 for the great Walt Disney. It has two locations, one in San Francisco, and one in Oakland (California). It has a totally complete program, with a variety of careers about art, design, and acting.

Graphic design is increasingly booming in the world today. These professionals are increasingly better paid, and more valued because of the importance of the market and the industry of art. Therefore, if you have the talent, do not hesitate to exploit it and develop it. You can even end up working for big movie productions, or important brands.

Designers

Paula Scher – Get to Know the First Pentagram Female Principal to Date

12. September 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

Paula Scher is a graphic designer, and a teacher. She has worked for the famous CBS Records, where she carried out the advertising area. Then, she worked for the label Atlantic Records, as an art director. In both jobs, she made the cover design of artists like Eric Gale, Bob James, David Howells, Leonard Bernstein and more; for that, she received several Grammy nominations for her designs.

A Woman with Power

Paula was also in charge of giving a new modern look to the image of the Museum of Modern Art, with the use of banners and newspaper ads, which became an artistic work highly admired by any design student. She also helped to provide identity through her designs to the Metropolitan Opera. And then she made new designs to give a new approach to the New York City Ballet that was exhibited through advertisements in Times Square, buses, taxies around the city.

Some of the highlights about her in the world of design were the use of Art Deco-based typography and Russian constructivism, which became an invention and revolutionized the world of typography. Her art has had such an impact on the world of art and design that even some of her artistic creations are exhibited at the New York Museum of Art, and in the Library of Congress in Washington.

Her Main Role

She is the creative director of the Pentagram design agency located in New York. She has also taught at the prestigious School of Visual Arts in New York, Yale University and the Tyler School of Art. Paula has received many awards and recognitions for her work in the world of design as the acknowledgments received by AIGA, The Type Directors Club, and more.

Magia Poligrafii understands she’s not only recognized for her invention of typography, but also for her hand-painted artistic creations. She also created a language through street typography and graffiti for The Public Theater. Paula is without a doubt a powerful, an innovative, creative woman, and an idol for anyone who is entering the world of graphic design and art.

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5 Graphic Design Accreditation Programs to Consider Before Starting Your Career

13. August 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

There are many people around the world who are very creative and innovative, who may not know how to develop that skill and turn it into a career. For those people, or for those who want to learn graphic design, it’s recommended to pursue higher education to be a specialist in the area. Therefore, here we show you a few graphic design accreditation programs to consider before starting your career:

Lesley University

It’s a university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts and offers degrees in different graphic design areas. Normally, the career lasts for 5 years and the program is very good for the students. Thanks to the flexibility the university offers, students can register at the university club, or work in the investigation area doing some research, which would count as a job, and could be added in their professional portfolio.

University of Suffolk

It’s a university located in Boston. They offer a variety of undergraduate and graduate studies. In the case of undergraduate, you can choose any career related to arts such as graphic design, media and film, interior design, fine arts, creative writing, and more.

Oklahoma Baptist University

It’s a university with a specialized school in art, and design. It offers two programs: one, fine arts of graphic design degree, and the other minor in graphic design.

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design

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It’s one of the most prestigious schools of art and design in the United States. They offer different programs in the area of design and art. You can study both to opt for the full degree as a post-graduate program, or a specialization. In the program, they can learn about everything related to their area of expertise with lectures such as visual, digital, or communication. They can even learn direction of photography and art.

Dakota Wesleyan University

Located in Mitchell, South Dakota. The program at the design school is one of the best in the United States, where you can obtain a degree in digital or visual media and graphic design. In addition, they offer extra courses to benefit the students by developing more skills to help them with their career.

There is nothing better than working on what you like the most, and what you are passionate about. So, if you have artistic skills, try to perfect them and take advantage of that gift that God has given you. Impose your style and always be truthful with the things you want.

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The 7 Best Graphic Design Studios inside the United States of America

14. July 201816. August 2018 Christopher Chan Comment(0)

The world of graphic design is somewhat complex, where it’s necessary to hire specialized people to do any job in the area. The United States is full of talented people, especially the area of graphic design. They have the best professionals you can meet. Therefore, here we present some design studies in case you need to:

Pentagram New York

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It’s one of the most recognized design agencies worldwide. They are located in different parts of the world like London or New York. It was founded in 1980. This agency has worked hand in hand with major brands such as Windows or Verizon, and in major film projects such as Justice League.

Huge

It’s an international design studio that was founded in 1999 and has branches in different parts of the world. This agency is famous for having large clients such as Nike, Google or Coca-Cola. In addition to having carried out a campaign for a new LG phone model.

Landor

It’s an agency located in San Francisco, and was founded in 1941. It’s an international agency, with branches in different countries. In addition, they have worked for major brands such as Sony, Huawei, Alaska Airlines or FedEx. They also collaborated with the creation of the S & P Global brand (formerly McGraw Hill), a multi-million dollar company.

Firstborn

Firstborn is an agency located in New York. This agency focuses on digital designs, and has large clients such as Jet, Supercell, L’Oreal and Bloomberg. Besides working along with Pepsi, they have done work for Adidas, and are currently working as a digital consultant for S & P Global.

Sagmeister and Walsh

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Sagmeister & Walsh is a design agency located in New York. They have done outstanding works as a cover in the New York Times about the presidency of Donald Trump, in addition to the design, they are in charge of carrying the Milly’s brand.

Paul Sahre’s Office

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It’s an agency that was created in 1997 by Paul Sahre that is characterized by its unique and abstract designs. Among his client portfolio is the greatest Marvel Comics, also New York Times, Google Creative Labs, and more.

Chermayeff and Geismar and Haviv

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Chermayeff & Geismar & Haviv is a design agency that was created in 1957, being one of the oldest. This agency has carried out major projects such as certain logos for NBC, New York University, the Museum of Modern Art, and also for National Geographic.

These agencies are the best in the world, there’s certainly a reason why big and incredible brands such as Nike, Adidas, Coca-Cola or Marvel Comics have hired their services. If you really need a designer from any area, like visual, digital, graphic or more, these are the ones you have to contact.

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Risky colors

GIFs, a new motion

Cinemagraphs

Large bold letters

Massive use of images

Illustrations boom

A Great Resume

Globetrotter

The Use of Fonts

White Background

Bright Colors

Make Sketches

The Importance of Images

Yaya Toure Honours

“Has a great career ahead of him”

A highly acclaimed star at home

Dever Orgill Honors

Royal College of Arts

School of Arts, Design and Architecture of the University of Aalto

Polytechnic University of Hong Kong

UCLA Design Media Arts

Rhode Island School of Design

Parsons The New School for Design

D School: Design Institute of Stanford University

California College of the Arts

A Woman with Power

Her Main Role

Lesley University

University of Suffolk

Oklahoma Baptist University

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design

Dakota Wesleyan University

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Landor

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