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Design Explanation
Designing an effective website goes far beyond a general understanding of the Web but requires a much broader perspective on design theory and branding in general.
January 17, 2013
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Design Practice
It turns out that motivation isn’t as mysterious as we like to think it is. It can actually be harnessed and used at your disposal once you’ve learned how to effectively trigger it.
November 9, 2012
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Design Practice
I had the extreme honor of speaking at Circles Conference 2012 in Dallas, TX last week and I walked away from the conference with so much more than I originally anticipated.
September 24, 2012
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Design Explanation
Working with Terra Nova to create a well rounded, clean, new look that compliments their core value of expressing ancient truths in a culturally meaningful way.
September 10, 2012
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Design Practice
Removing design related anxiety and replacing it with planning. A simple process revision that helps gain momentum while alleviating the struggle between key project phases.
July 19, 2012
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Design Explanation
A strong web presence in itself is not going to be what determines the success of an organization, rather, the organization’s ability to live up to their word through honor and integrity.
May 15, 2012
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Design Explanation
It’s been one full year since disaster struck Japan. While the headlines have been overridden with more recent news, we’ve decided to put another spotlight on this worthy cause.
April 2, 2012
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Design Practice
Is it possible to feel creatively satisfied, or is this concept we’re all chasing after some sort of intangible myth that is bound to leave us feeling empty and discouraged?
February 13, 2012
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Design Practice
One year ago I woke up feeling both excitement and anxiety. This morning, exactly one year later, I woke up having my excitement coupled with confidence and motivation.
November 1, 2011
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Design Practice
Prompted by our growth, we’ve decided to make a fully public-facing portfolio, rather than keeping it private as it has been. Finding the proper balance to this addition was key.
August 4, 2011
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Photography
I couldn’t help but to feel completely inspired while exploring the streets of Paris. As soon as dusk hit, my camera and tripod were out capturing the stillness and energy of the city.
June 23, 2011
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Design Practice
Six months ago I opened a new chapter in my life. I went from an employee at a company, to co-owning a business. Through 6 months of refinement we’re begging to take our shape.
May 18, 2011
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Design Explanation
Gaining the trust of your client is a key ingredient when creating great work. This was the driving factor which fueled the complete overhaul of EEHarbor, the EE add-on storefront.
April 6, 2011
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Design Explanation
A full campaign based on a few simple principles. How one graphic element works as the foundation for many design projects – each with their own unique, but very cohesive visual identity.
February 4, 2011
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Design Explanation
In the battle between print and web, print is losing badly. However, it’s not down for the count. When executed properly, printed material can hold enough weight to go a long way.
January 5, 2011
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Design Explanation
Taking more risks, digging deeper, trusting God and giving it everything I’ve got. It’s about time for me to buckle down and test the waters to see how far I can really make it in this world.
October 21, 2010
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Photography
Hands down, the most significant collection of photos in my life, to date. These photos are a weekly documentation of the pregnancy of our first child; Rowan Winter.
September 29, 2010
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Photography
A collection of my all-time favorite photos. I’m not sure if it’s the memories or aesthetic which make me love these shots, but either way, these photos will never grow old to me.
September 9, 2010
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Design Practice
When popularity weighs more heavily than design theory itself, we run the risk of dangerously giving birth to trends that are focused more on politics, than solid foundations.
August 16, 2010
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Design Explanation
Why show someone something when you can just tell them? An entire campaign based around cleverly written copy, beautiful typography and monochromatic colors.
July 21, 2010
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Design Practice
Creating a beautiful design that fulfills your clients needs is only half the battle. Without rationale, your designs critique will consist of nothing more than personal opinion.
July 2, 2010
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Design Practice
The latest and greatest asset to your designer tool box. Beyond being a show & tell for designers, Dribbble has proved to help me focus on the details within all of my design solutions.
June 21, 2010
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Design Explanation
A detailed explanation covering the purpose and reason behind this site and it’s design; the fourth version of ENCRGothers. Focused on textual content, and a clean interface.
April 24, 2010
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Design Practice
I think it’s in our nature to overlook thinking before taking actions. But, without strategic planning (or in my case, common sense) we’ll just end up back where we started, or worse.
December 17, 2009
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Design Practice
I’m personally a huge advocate of taking risks and seeking adventure, but not without strategy and purpose. Taking a completely random risk can be down right foolish.
November 16, 2009
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Design Practice
Content should be re-evaluated at each stage of design in order to be as cohesive and visually appealing as it can be. Lets be honest though, this is hardly ever the case.
October 11, 2009
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Design Explanation
I find myself fascinated with simple vector illustrations that posses a bit of irony. This isn’t the only style of illustration I like, but it’s certainly the style I like best.
September 12, 2009
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Design Practice
Is it safe to assume that my skill set will be obsolete in the near future? Am I destined to be a one-trick-pony who has no place in the progression of the modern world?
August 22, 2009
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Design Practice
More often than not, I notice that strategic typography is one of the first elements of design to be overlooked when dealing with a small budget or a tight timeline.
August 11, 2009
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Design Practice
Finding a client in whom you can build a lasting and fruitful relationship is hard to come by. Like any relationship, it’s common that everything seems ideal in the beginning stages.
June 30, 2009
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Design Practice
There are many roles within the design industry. Each person within these different roles will have an opinion on what good design is, regarding their specific area.
May 31, 2009
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Photography
It’s not common to hear about a company whose product hasn’t changed in over a century. From product design to the process of creation, the original blueprints remain.
May 14, 2009
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Design Practice
If you can’t logically back up any criticism regarding a design, then there’s a good chance that your opinion is exclusively based on personal preference; which may not be relevant.
April 21, 2009
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Design Practice
When you take the time to follow an organized process that includes research and planning, your odds are much higher to not only create better results, but hit all of your marks.
April 7, 2009
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Design Practice
Maybe I have to wait for my ego to shrink before I feel resolution with this issue, but I’m looking forward to the day where I can proudly state, “I am a graphic designer!”
March 30, 2009
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Design Practice
This site will serve as a place for me to vocalize and document the every day challenges that I face as a designer as well as the solutions that keep me moving forward.
March 24, 2009
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Design Practice
I’m thrilled that you were so inclined to actually attempt to read one of my articles. Unfortunately, there’s still 1.5 seasons of ‘Lost’ left, so I won’t be getting around to this until spring 2010.
March 18, 2009
