Writings & Insight
Writing on graphic design, communication, process, and occasional reflections from years of professional practice.
Clipart Never Died: It Just Got Smarter
Recently, I was involved with an organization in a non-designer role. I don’t know if they knew I was a designer, and I believe there were other artists and designers throughout this group. When it came time to create a logo and other graphics, the organizers went…
Why Spell Check Should Be Your Last Step Every Single Time
Look, I get it. You’re busy. You’re juggling ten things at once, trying to get that social post up before the day gets away from you, or firing off an email between meetings. We’re all moving fast, and typos happen. But they’re happening a lot more lately. And not…
Why Versatility Wins (Even When Everyone Says to Niche Down)
“A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.” It’s a quote you’ve probably seen passed around LinkedIn or an Instagram post. Most people assume it’s from Shakespeare or Benjamin Franklin. It’s not. The original phrase, “jack…