The Quickie - Conversations with Designers

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Episode 245 - Invisible Creature - Don Clark Mar 03, 2021

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This week's guest is Don Clark from Invisible Creature.
During this episode we talk about:
-his farm, and how he has 2 Alpacas.
-what creative things was his gateway to design was.
-how is Grandpa was an Illustrator for NASA.
-the journey to Invisible Creature.
-the struggles that come with say 'YES' too much, taking on too much.
-the FORTUNE magazine cover he was asked to design, was super excited about, but didn't go as planned.
-the secret book project he is currently working on, and why he finds it challenging.
All that and soo much more. This incredible conversation is just packed with great stories and lessons. If you haven't yet, go check out @icreature on Instagram.
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Episode 244 - Fredrick Öst - Founder + Creative Director - SNASK - Stockholm, SE. Feb 23, 2021

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This weeks guest is the Founder, Creative Director, and Unicorn at SNASK, Fredrick Öst. This is a brilliant conversation full of great stories. @snasksthlm
If you haven't heard of SNASK, go check them out and you will never forget it. The agency has so much personality and fun creativity throughout. Fredrick shares stories with us about his early DJ days, how he first got into the design game, some of the struggles they have faced when partners don't agree on things.
He also gets into stories about a project that they were a part of and their logos ended up being turned down and what that was like. We get to then hear about an installation project that he was a part of and why he is so proud of it.
Oh, and I can't forget to briefly mention the time when they got amateur tattoos, very amateur, with their client and how it led to business in the future.
Go check out SNASK @snasksthlm and especially don't miss the badminton video.

Episode 243 - Chris Logsdon - Branding Director - Graphic Designer - SASHA Group - New York NY. Feb 16, 2021

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This weeks guest is Chris Logsdon. He is a Graphic Designer, and Branding Director at the SASHA Group in New York City. Also, don't miss his 'daily whatzit' on his Instagram @iam_lgd
During this episode we talk about:
-how he grew up as an Air Force kid and moved around a lot.
-the 10th grade fine arts teacher and how he influenced his career direction.
-the story behind a coffee company logo he created.
-why being promoted recently was one of the most challenging times in his career.
-the space-related project he was a part of and why he is so proud of it.
Chris also has an ask-it-forward question that has never been asked on the show before. A complete ask-it-forward original. I have since had a couple of other conversations with Chris and enjoy every one of them! A great guy for sure.
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The Craft Beer Label Design Course launches on March 2nd: Find out more HERE.

Episode 242 - Patrick Richardson - January Began - Illustrator & Designer - Fort Collins, CO. Feb 09, 2021

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This weeks guest is Patrick Richardson. He is a Graphic Designer and Illustrator working as January Began out of Fort Collins CO.
During this episode we talk about:
-how he was always drawing as a kid, including dinosaurs in church.
-the odd design course that he took that ended up really showing him what design was.
-his experience and struggle with finding that first design job.
-how a project he was a part of at his second ever design job did not go as planned.
-how he managed to get some of his design work into REI and what was surprising about that experience for him.
I had a great time chatting with Patrick about his journey in this wild design world. Check him out at @januarybegan
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CRAFT BEER LABEL DESIGN COURSE launches March 2nd: Here's a taste...or a sip I should say.... https://www.printdesignacademy.com/
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Print Design Academy - Where we teach designers to be experts in print.
Print Design Academy YouTube - More print talk and education.
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Episode 241 - H.E. Creative - Punk Illustration and Design Feb 02, 2021

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This weeks guest is Phil from H.E. Creative. He is a brilliant punk-themed designer and illustrator and has a gem of a story to share. @hecreative
During this episode we talk about:
-Phils fun story behind their success. Working with small local businesses, to rap stars, then back to small local businesses.
-how his art teachers in school cleary said "do not do this"...this being illustration and design.
-the tour of Disney Animation that got him really excited about illustration and design.
-the first actual project he created and how it sold out in hours.
-the time in his career just before he made the decision to do the work he really wanted to do, and why it was such a challenging time.
-the worst project he was ever a part of.
-the kids book that he put out and how that came to be.
We laugh, we cry, this interview has it all. Such a great conversation with a really genuine and talented guy. The story of HE Creative is not one to be missed. Also, my friend @danmumforddraws gets a shout out! Enjoy!

Episode 240 - Bryce Reyes - Design-ustrator - Corona, CA. Jan 26, 2021

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This weeks guest is Bryce Reyes. He is a Design-ustrator out of Corona CA. @bryrey
During this episode we talk about:
-the early days when he would write and illustrate adventure stories.
-how he almost gave up on college, but something got him back excited about it.
-the last-ditch class that showed him design is a real job.
-the t-shirt artwork that was influential to him.
-the review he received from a past boss and what that caused for him.
-the rescue mission project he was a part of and why he is so proud of it.
Had such a great chat with Bryce about his journey, also had a great ask if forward question! You'll love this one. Enjoy.
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Do you want to start doing print design? Check out the links below.
Print Design Academy - Where we teach designers to be experts in print.
Print Design Academy YouTube - More print talk and education.

Episode 239 - Brennan Burling - Wildfire Creative Studio - Omaha, NE. Jan 19, 2021

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This weeks guest is Brennan Burling from Wildfire Creative Studio. He is a brand designer and strategist out of Omaha, NE. @wildfire_creative_studio
During this episode we talk about:
-how he grew up in a small town and graduated with the same 27 people he started Kindergarten with.
-his rad 70year old Grandma learning photoshop.
-how he originally was on the path to becoming an accountant.
-how his first design job ever ended up being the most challenging time in his career.
-a rebranding project he was a part of and why he is so proud of the project.
-a cool tool that he uses when working out brand archetypes.
Of course all that and so much more. Glad to have been able to connect with Brennan and hear about his journey to becoming a designer. And his rad Grandma too.

Episode 238 - Dylan Menke - Logo + Brand Designer - Des Moines IO. Jan 12, 2021

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This weeks guest is Dylan Menke. He is a Logo and Brand Designer from Des Moines Iowa.
During this episode we talk about:
-how his original career direction was on the engineering path.
-the Aaron Draplin presentation he attended that lit his design fire.
-the design history project that opened his eyes to what and who came before him.
-the feedback that he received while looking for a job and the questions it caused him to ask himself.
-blue ribbon beer.
-the logo design project he was a part of that led to 40 options. 40.
Really enjoyed this chat with Dylan. He also askes an age-old ask-it-forward question, which is an absolute gem. @dylanmenkedesign

Episode 237 - Laura Prpich - Caribou Creative - Courtney/Comox BC. Jan 05, 2021

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This weeks guest is Laura Prpich. She is the talented creative behind Caribou Creative working out of Courtney/Comox on Vancouver Island in beautiful BC. @cariboucreative
During this episode we talk about:
-her rural Saskatchewan roots and how her family was very musically creative.
-the nonchalant comment that led to her pursuit of graphic design.
-the first time she really connected with design.
-her time working in womens apparel and why she really enjoyed it.
-the time right after getting out of college and why it was the toughest time in her career.
-challenges she has faced during 2020.
-the project she was a part of that started amazing, but didn't end up that way.
-so much more.
Laura and I have actually crossed paths in the print game in the past. She is a blast to chat with and has great stories to share! She also loves to surf. @cariboucreative
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Check out @printdesign_academy on Instagram for photos of these projects.

Do you want to start doing print design? Check out the links below.
Print Design Academy - Where we teach designers to be experts in print.
Print Design Academy YouTube - More print talk and education.

Episode 236 - Jamie Wheeler - Mrs. Wheeler - Designer - Design Educator - Baltimore ML. Dec 22, 2020

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This weeks guest is Jamie Wheeler from Jamie Wheeler Design out of Baltimore ML. She is also the creator of her design educating alter ego Mrs. Wheeler.
During this episode we talk about:
-the story behind design educating Mrs. Wheeler.
-working for an agency where she realized she wasn't happy and needed to make the leap to freelance.
-the one thing she wished she invested in the most upfront when she decided to go freelance.
-finding your zone and ideal working time and the struggle to stay with it.
-the non-profit branding project she was a part of and why she is so proud of it.
There is so much in this episode for designers of all skill levels. Jamie is lots of fun to talk to and you will hear that in this episode. lol - lots of laughs. Did I do that right?

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