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I sometimes do some casual, amateur graphic designing as a side hobby (mostly on Canva). I know for a fact that I have good aesthetic sense, but there's one pattern I've noticed in the time I've been designing. I always love the final draft I design. But before getting there, I dabble with ideas and end up creating some truly awful ones. Think a fourth grader who's just discovered Canva (no shade to fourth graders). Or my 15 year old brother who sucks at design (all the shade to him because older sibling privileges). By this point, I tend to get demotivated and not want to create that design anymore. Because who wants to keep making bad things? Naturally, I move out of the design and do something else because I don't like to think about how bad I am at something 🤓 But when I do finally get back to the design, some 2-3 days later (I'm a pauser, not a quitter), that's when the magic happens. And I end up creating good stuff - generally by picking out different elements from the discarded drafts. I mean, the pros would probably still find at least 50 mistakes, but at least I've met my own expectations. Sometimes I exceed them. That's good enough for me 🤞🏽 #creative

St. Jory (New Scene) ✦ Concept This is a next step in the project, and all four Tryptic are here, I’m glad to share the Logo Creation process for St. Jory Winery, I hope you’ve liked this journey with me, if you missed, there is more nice sketches to complete this serie previously: Since it is 12 of them, I decided to share this third tryptic as the first one, and the second one here, (we are almost there), the third one and the forth one! https://lnkd.in/dXsTVq5m https://lnkd.in/d8aZn2jw https://lnkd.in/dTA_XrpG https://lnkd.in/dUKyVatM I tried my best here to make the initial concept more related to the business, a vineyard, the crop and the aligment of stars, the praying saint protecting all process. All this in the image of a winedrop. I hope you like this refined approach! Anyways, I am very happy that my Logo Design Course is finally online and available to everyone! Access it through my link: Create Logos with me! — My Doměstika Course https://lnkd.in/dG77rc69 (it is important to purchase through this link if you want to help me). It will be a pleasure to be able to share techniques and ideas with you through the platform! Also, remember… I’m available for new projects :) Full-time or Part-time Job, Freelance, Illustration, Graphic Design in general (of course, specially logos, typography, etc) Don’t hesitate: get in touch by bitenquote@gmail.com Feedback and suggestions are always appreciated! Best, BB - #logo #logodesign #domestika #domestikacourse #domestikateacher #logodesigninspiration #designinspiration #sketching #sketches #branding #freelancer #design #designer #logotype #logos #learning #designlogos #sacredgeometry #procreate #procreateinspiration #symbolism #branddesign #sketch

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I want to share a warning about problems I'm encountering more and more often, regarding DIY graphic design apps. I frequently do freelance work for a local sign company–replicating logos and other signage graphics, because many small businesses don't have the vector art necessary to produce signs and other large format graphics. Most of the time, I'll receive a low-resolution .jpg which requires tracing an illustration and/or font replacement. Until recently, this has been relatively run-of-the-mill work, and I've been able to turn it around in a matter of an hour or so. But that trend seems to be shifting, because unfortunately, the convenience of DIY graphic design is leading to more and more poorly designed artwork–especially logos. Here's the big problem...it can be impossible to match the fonts, especially when the user has chosen something decorative, and then added shadows and multiple gradients. (Most recently, I was asked to magically create vector art for a logo that contained an elaborate illustration which was created using AI. Care to guess how much that would cost?) Ultimately, these businesses end up paying for hours of re-design and worst of all, their signage doesn't match their business card, which doesn't match their t-shirts and banners, their blurry social media profile pic, etc. You get the picture. So, if you MUST use a DIY graphic design app, my best advice is to remember this very wise adage...K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple, Silly. No really, my advice is to hire a graphic designer. You will thank yourself later.

I’m not a professional graphic designer. In fact, I’ve never studied graphic design in my life. However, I am a jewelry designer, an exceptional artist, and I have a passion for marketing. Needless to say, when I launched my first business, Stanton Kingdom, I realized one fundamental truth: delegation, especially in marketing, is only as feasible as one’s financial ability to sustain it. So, I put myself to the challenge: create my first ad. I downloaded Canva, PixelCut, and subscribed to Midjourney. A year into the making, I’m genuinely proud of my progress. ————————— Let me share with you the inspiration behind my latest Rosh Hashanah ad: People often ask me, “Can you tell the difference between Natural and Lab-Grown diamonds with the naked eye?” The answer is an irrefutable ‘NO!’ Reason being: both Natural and Lab-Grown diamonds are chemically, physically, and optically identical, as they’re both made of the exact same atomic structure—crystallized carbon. The only genuine differences between Natural and Lab are their origin, secondary-market resale value, and price-per-carat. Hence, the tag-line: 'Both Apple-solutely beautiful.' Whether you’re after Natural or Lab-Grown, the only question you should have: Does this jewelry embody my individuality and capture the essence of my soul? Suffice to say, Jewelry—irrespective of its price-tag—is not an investment. It’s not something to acquire and lock away in a safe. Jewelry is an expression of art—a gift of love, handcrafted from some of the finest materials known to man—to be worn, admired, and cherished for generations to come. P.S. Marketers, Graphic Designers, Copywriters, and anyone with an opinion, please feel free to share your thoughts—good or bad, I wholeheartedly appreciate genuine feedback. 🙌

I could say I’m the number one graphic artist in LA, but some guys will get mad on me. So most likely I’m the best second one. Let me share a humorous anecdote about my journey as a self-taught graphic artist. Back in the early days of my job at a printing company near Skid Row in downtown LA, I was immersed in creating a detailed floral design for the Missy market. My fingers danced swiftly on the keyboard, navigating through Photoshop with ease. With easy for real. At one point, I noticed someone staring over my shoulder. He complimented my skills, to which I responded politely, offering to help with anything related to Photoshop. ”Please ask me” Surprisingly, he revealed he had over five thousand hours of experience with the software. (And I though wow that’s a lot time!) And then silence. Silence. More silence. So I continue working. And thinking. And working. This encounter taught me a valuable lesson: ego can hinder learning new skills. Those who believe they know everything often miss out on valuable insights. I firmly believe that true professionals are eager to share their knowledge. I've always enjoyed sharing my skills because I believe the more I share, the more I learn. Well between typing shortcuts and thinking how to improve the floral designs passing about five minutes and and finally he said: Wow, how you do that? What is the shortcut? Where did you get that kill? As the conversation progressed, we delved into shortcuts, techniques, and design strategies. Despite his extensive experience, he found value in learning from others. Fast forward to today, I realize that the number of hours is insignificant compared to the willingness to learn and apply those skills to solve customers' problems effectively. Being humble in learning new design skills opens doors to endless possibilities and continuous improvement skills to six our customers problems. By the way that happed in 2002 and I had about seven thousand hours with photoshop already ja ja. Again it is no important. Lear, share and learn is more important. Buzz me maybe I would like to work with you. Edel 323 363 8673 nobodyaskedmedesign.com

I wish someone told me about these resources before I started designing. Are you a Graphic Designer and looking for free design resources in 2024? I've got you covered! You are guaranteed to help your design career. Stop wondering what resources you need to create a great project. I will introduce you to some awesome free design resources. → Unsplash ↳Free hight - Resolution Stock Photos Find beautiful, free images to elevate your designs. → Pexels ↳Free Stoke Photos and Videos Discover a wide variety of free stock photos and videos for all your creative needs. → Google Fonts ↳Free Fonts for Commercial Use. Experiment with a vast collection of free fonts licensed for commercial projects → Adobe Color ↳Free Color Palette Generator Explore Color combinations and create a harmonious palette from your designs. → Pixabay ↳Free Stock Photos, illustrations, & Vectors A vast collection of free stock photos, illustrations, and vector graphics to enhance your projects. → Freepik ↳Free Stock Photos, Icons, Mockups etc A treasure trove of free design resources, including photos, graphics, icon, and mockups. → Behance ↳Design Portfolio Platform Build your design portfolio and connect with other creative professionals. → YouTube ↳Free Design Tutorials Hope your design skills with a wide variety of design tutorials, covering from basic principles to advanced techniques with Envato tuts+ P.S: Which site do you use daily? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Let's connect. Follow Hriday D.. 💛 if you would love to see my creative work! DM me "Visuals" to get started. #resources #hridaydas99 #LinkedIn #carousel #freelancer #graphic

My Freelance Design Services! Hi LinkedIn Network, I’m excited to share that I’ve recently launched my freelance design services on Fiverr! As a passionate and dedicated graphic designer, I specialize in creating visually stunning and impactful designs that help businesses stand out. Here’s a bit about what I offer: 🔹 Logo Design: Clean, minimalistic logos that capture the essence of your brand. I also provide 3D mockups to bring your vision to life. 🔹 Book Cover Design: It's often said, "One should not judge a book by its cover," but the reality is that a book cover is what influences readers to decide whether they want to buy the book or not. That's why I design customized book covers that tell a story at first glance 🔹 Poster and Advertisement Design: Eye-catching posters and ads that make a statement. 🔹 Social Media Design: Engaging and visually appealing social media graphics to enhance your online presence and attract more followers. 🔹 3D Design: Innovative 3D designs using Blender, perfect for creating dynamic visuals for your projects. I invite you to check out my Fiverr profile to see my portfolio and the services I offer: https://lnkd.in/dRaADiFS I’m always looking to collaborate on exciting new projects, so feel free to reach out if you’re interested in working together!

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