Category: Graphic Design

How to survive the economic slowdown

Here’s what people say to do to survive this current economic slowdown:

Market
Budget
Sharpen Position
Increase Exposure
Self promotion – All the time
Develop New Business
Deliver on promise of Client-centered organization
Manifest polite behavior
Exceed client’s expectations
Sustain positive attitude
Keep Calm
See the glass as half full
Be flexible
Never take the work for granted
Maintain focused optimism
Identify solutions
Fewer desserts and Lattes
More soups
Bake our your own bread
Cook more — eat-out less
Put the “children” on eBay

So as a graphic designer, photographer and videographer I decided to look at my economic picture…

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and open up a clothing store at cafepress with a zen line of designer clothing

Nathaniel Reinartz’a new metal work

“It is discomforting to know that if only Beauty could be found then Beauty would cease to exist.” — Dominic Rouse

“A thing of beauty is a joy forever; its loveliness increases; it will never pass into nothingness.” — John Keats

Yesterday provided an opportunity to photograph and add to the portfolio of Nathaniel Reinartz. Nathaniel continues to demonstrate his remarkable attention to nature’s details; as well as mastery of his craft. The detail of the candle holder on this sconce also attests to his exploration of new forms.

Potentially – what an interesting word

Received this e-mail today regarding a design I submitted to 24-7designheaven.

“Congratulations! Your button design has been selected from hundreds of entries to potentially be featured at Sappi’s promotional booth during all of the national paper shows throughout the fall season.” — Sincerely, Sappi Marketing Team

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And while we’re on the subject of voting, “potentially” and such…

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creative object as stepping stone to a realm of meaning beyond itself

“It should be possible for even the photographer — just as for the creative poet or painter — to use the object as a stepping stone to a realm of meaning completely beyond itself.” — Clarence John Laughlin

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