The Quickie - Conversations with Designers

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Episode 128 - Part Two - Danielle Evans, Dimmensional Typographer at Marmalade Bleue, Columbus OH Oct 16, 2019

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Today's guest is Danielle Evans. She is a Dimensional Typographer at Marmalade Bleue in Columbus OH. She has worked with clients like Target, Kellogs, Disney, McDonalds, (RED), Cadillac and more.
During this episode we talk about:
-her experience politely pointing out to a fellow artist that she felt they were crossing the line from being inspired by Danielle's work, to copying, and how it turned into a really tough situation for her.
-her writing for WorkingNotWorking Magazine.
-a project she was a part of where the service of others was missed, the focus was only on making it look good, and what that caused.
-the exhibit that sent her off on a personal project that involved a lot of R&D and testing to create, and the results of that. Hint, it involves Jello.
There is so much in the episode. Danielle has a very unique career that comes with very unique challenges and she is open and honest about sharing them all. @marmaladebleue

Episode 128 - Part One - Danielle Evans, Dimmensional Typographer at Marmalade Bleue, Columbus OH Oct 15, 2019

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Today's guest is Danielle Evans. She is a Dimensional Typographer at Marmalade Bleue in Columbus OH. She has worked with clients like Target, Kellogs, Disney, McDonalds, (RED), Cadillac and more.
During this episode we talk about:
-how she was raised in a non-privileged household with taught her to be creative and resourceful in finding things to be creative with.
-her journey to find her designer identity and where she fit in the creative world.
-some of the wild food and objects she has used to create typography.
-a poster design contest she was a part of where some of the most memorable posters used print in a way that engaged other senses.
There is so much in the episode. Danielle has a very unique career that comes with very unique challenges and she is open and honest about sharing them all. @marmaladebleue

Episode 127 - Rahul Bhogal, Designer at Nothing. Toronto ON Oct 14, 2019

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Today's guest is Rahul Bhogal. He is the Designer at Nothing based in Toronto ON.
During this episode we talk about:
-his early life being born in Bahrain in the Middle East and how he was always drawing and loved making things look good.
-the one piece of architecture that has influenced his design thinking and stuck with him.
-corporate design life and why he felt called to start his own studio.
-the challenges he faced when he left corporate and went full-time freelance.
-the Canada 150 poster he created in partnership with the Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada that went viral and started a conversation.
We also give some shoutouts to designers and illustrators who we love because they are 100% themselves. Rahul is great at sharing stories about his journey to the creative field and living in it. @rahulbhogal_

Episode 126 - Ellen Bruss, Creative Director and Owner at EBD in Denver CO. Oct 12, 2019

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Today's guest is Ellen Bruss. She is the Creative Director and studio Owner at EBD in Denver CO.
During this episode we talk about:
-her rock n' roll days and intro to design.
-where she finds her design inspiration.
-an incredible lecture series that she had the opportunity to create the invitations for and how she made them incredibly memorable.
-the talented creative that ran the lecture series and the unique creative perspective he would have attendees go through.
-her love and passion for all things design. To the point where she actually owns a few hotels and branded them, did the design for them, and even helped with the interior design of them.
Ellen is very talented, has a great team, and is very passionate about all things design. I love how open she was with sharing her story and what has her really excited right now. @ellenbrussdesign

Episode 125 - Lisa Cain, Designer in Chicago IL Oct 10, 2019

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Today's guest is Lisa Cain. She is a designer working as Lisa Cain Design in Chicago IL.
During this episode we talk about:
-how she has been designing for 22+ years and started before design software was a thing.
-the one book that introduced her to creativity and lit a creative fire within her.
-the career path change she made after starting work in a different direction.
-the challenges she faced with the home life, family, work balance while trying to build her freelance design career.
-workingnotworking.com and the awesome projects that came her way through that platform.
-LinkedIn and how Lisa uses it to grow her business and network.
Lisa does a lot of work for not for profits, associations, healthcare, medical, and educational fields. She was so kind and has so much experience to share. @lisacaindesign

Episode 124 - Brendan Bayard, Creative Director at Tilt in Baton Rouge LA Oct 09, 2019

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Today's guest is Brendan Bayard. He is the Creative Director at Tilt in Baton Rouge LA.
During this episode we talk about:
-where he first started seeing design.
-his first job in the design and print world.
-how he got fired from his first design job and ended up a partner with the guy who fired him 15 years later.
-the learning curve he faced when he first joined TILT.
-a start to finish design and packaging success story that led to an acquisition. Starting something and building equity out of a brand with great design.
Brendan shares more great stories with us in this one and throws down with the most interesting place he has found some inspiration. @brendan_tilt @tilt_this

Episode 123 - Hank Washington, Designer + Illustrator, Birmingham AL Oct 08, 2019

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Today's guest is Hank Washington. He is a designer and illustrator working as Hank Designs out of Birmingham AL.
During this episode we talk about:
-where he was first introduced to illustration and the website that really opened his eyes to graphic design and what design was.
-sports design and the exciting football print project he got to cut his print design teeth on.
-a project that he was a part of where he was able to help name the company, design all aspects of the logo and brand along with web and packaging design.
-staying relevant in this ever-evolving tech world we live in.
Hank is a genuine guy and I really enjoyed hearing his story. He also has a great "ask-it-forward" question for the next guest... @iam_hank

Episode 122 - Ben Crick, Creative Director from COLLINS, in San Francisco CA Oct 07, 2019

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Today's guest is Ben Crick. He is the Creative Director at COLLINS in San Francisco CA.
During this episode we talk about:
-his move from Australia to NY and now to SF and why. There was also a little stint in Canada in there.
-the moment that design clicked for him and what it caused him to look back on.
-the SPOTIFY rebrand that he was a part of at COLLINS and why it was such an influential project is his career.
-why Ben thinks that designers love print.
-the challenging moment where he had to acknowledge a design door that had opened and how it caused him to have to let go of what he thought success was.
-the huge opportunity that Ben sees for designers right now and moving forward.
There is so much packed into this episode and Ben was really open and honest about his journey so far and what he has learned. @bencrick @thisiscollins

Episode 121 - Mark Hirons, Blue Deer Design, Host of the Creative Waffle Podcast, Surrey UK Oct 04, 2019

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Today's guest is Mark Hirons. He is the owner and designer at Blue Deer Design in Surrey UK. Mark is also the host of the Creative Waffle Podcast. With the podcast he is currently on a 2 month road trip all around the UK interviewing talented Designers and Creatives.
During this episode we talk about:
-growing up a huge sports fan, being involved in sports, and how that inspired his love for sports illustration and design.
-the Cricket magazine that he created around the age of 14 using Microsoft Paint. He then printed it, and went out and sold it at Cricket matches. He tells us what he learned during that project.
-how Football (soccer) programs have really influenced his career.
-the influential Dave's in his life who he has become friends with and is Mentored by.
-the design projec the was a part of for a local charity in his town and why he is so proud of that.
Mark also has a dynamite ask-it-forward question related to Waffles. You know? Creative Waffle Podcast? I really enjoyed chatting with Mark and hearing about all the print and sports influences keeping him motivated and excited in his design practice. @bluedeerdesign @creativewaffle

Episode 120 - Nick Miner, Graphic Designer at Miner Design Co., Baton Rouge LA Oct 03, 2019

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Today's guest is Nick Miner. He is a Freelance Graphic Designer under Miner Design Co. out of Baton Rouge LA.
During this episode we talk about:
-his early love for building and creating things. Specifically with K'nex, but also halfpipes and skateboard jumps.
-the logo that he loved that made him look closer and deeper into becoming a Graphic Designer.
-the amazing custom box and product that he uses to market himself and introduce himself to new prospects and potential customers. Seriously, you have to see this thing on his IG.
-building a business and being the face of it while also being an introvert.
-a mural project that he did for the anniversary of the Moscow Mule and Smirnoff, how that project came to be, and what it meant for him.
Nick is a really talented designer and I am not lying when I say that he knows how to present himself to new customers. You know I am a huge print and packaging guy and the way he presents himself to potential new customers is a winning one. Go to his IG to see this thing. @minerdesignco @nicholasgminer

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