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Artist Spotlight: Tara McPherson

Artist Spotlight: Tara McPherson

May 6, 2012 No Comments

Who is this incredibly strange and adorable creator of such incredibly strange and adorable art? As described on her website, Tara McPherson creates “art about people and their odd ways, her characters seem to exude an idealized innocence with a glimpse of hard earned wisdom in their eyes. Recalling myths and legends, issues from childhood ... (function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})(); Digg Diggvar dd_offset_from_content = 40; var dd_top_offset_from_content = 0;

My Thoughts on the Pen Tool

My Thoughts on the Pen Tool

May 5, 2012 No Comments

  When it comes to creating posters, flyers, newsletters, magazines or any graphic logo you can use the pen tool to create dynamic and impressive images. When working with the pen tool it can be tricky trust me I know. When I first started using it I was so completely lost and confused because it ...

Politick

Politick

May 4, 2012 No Comments

         This year is an election year. If you’re like me you’re currently dreading the inundation of political commercials that will only get worse as the year goes on. However, despite my visceral hatred for the broken electoral machinery that we must suffer with, I do plan on voting in the upcoming election. Although ...

The Business Card

The Business Card

May 1, 2012 1 Comment

  The business card is the staple of any business, large or small. It is one of the most important tools that any business could possibly possess. Companies spend billions of dollars on marketing campaigns and advertising strategies, but can often overlook the power of that little piece of paper. By handing a current or ...

My St. Louis Experience

My St. Louis Experience

April 21, 2012 No Comments

       So I am originally from a small town inMinnesota; The land of 10,000 lakes and my home. I graduated from Minnesota State University-Mankato and I was looking to gain experience in the field of graphic design. That’s where TriLeaf Designs came into my life.  I came toSt. Louisfor a great opportunity as ...

Speaking in Tongues: Part 1

Speaking in Tongues: Part 1

April 20, 2012 No Comments

      Hey folks, today I want to talk to you about making your voice heard. The sad truth of our industry is that we are all narcissists. However, like many career paths, we all start at the bottom. It can be very frustrating for a young designer to have their work completely overhauled ...

The New DC Logo: A Designer’s Kryptonite?

The New DC Logo: A Designer’s Kryptonite?

April 3, 2012 No Comments

Since 1940, DC Comics has been branded with that classic super hero look that comic lovers from all over could instantly identify. The last, and possibly most well known logo, seemed like it was here to stay, that is, until the new logo was released in January of this year. The purpose of the new ...

Adapt or Die: Tips for Integrating Web Design into Your Business

Adapt or Die: Tips for Integrating Web Design into Your Business

March 30, 2012 No Comments

  In today’s changing market web design is becoming more and more important. As a society we can no longer function without constant connection to the internet, and a good website has become an essential tool for any business. People spend an average of three seconds looking at a webpage. In those three seconds you ...

The Art of the Unpaid Internship

The Art of the Unpaid Internship

March 16, 2012 No Comments

The unfortunate truth of the matter is that right now it is hard for a recent graduate to get a job. A few years ago the economy tanked and recovery, though beginning to pick up speed, has been a slow and laborious process. As such several recent graduates, me for example, have been obliged to ...

How to be Successful in Graphic Design

How to be Successful in Graphic Design

March 10, 2012 No Comments

    How do you succeed in graphic design? One of the biggest things you can do is know the Adobe Creative Suite, and know how to use it efficiently. While that advice may seem simple, there are several ways you can go wrong. Here are a few simple tips that will help you stay ...

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