it’s graphic: Marketing Girl Power

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December 9, 2009
The Girl Effect

The Girl Effect

Although it would be nice of one day the world would wake up to issues like global warming, poverty and suppression, good marketing doesn’t hurt. And in these cases, it really goes a long way. Meaningful words + beautiful timing + gorgeous graphics = Success. I think the goal in design is always to create a visual that conjures a thought that evokes an emotion.

Could educating women change the world? The Girl Effect is insightful and hopeful. The video is below, but I encourage you to visit the website for the full “effect”.

“There is no tool for development more effective than the empowerment of women” – Women Empowered. Watch a video.

“Women are not the problem. They’re the solution along with men… We focus on this one because this kind of oppression feels transcendent – and so does the opportunity. Outsiders can truly make a difference.” – Half The Sky

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portfolio: Making the Cut, Hinds Blinds

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December 8, 2009

Check out the progression of Hinds Blinds logos that didn’t make the cut.

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portfolio: Hinds Blinds website

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December 7, 2009
Hinds Blinds website, click to view

Hinds Blinds website, click to view

New website launched! Hinds Blinds is a family operated window coverings company based in Victoria B.C. They offer everything from blinds to shutters and drapes.

The website’s patterned background was created by using a repeating window graphic on top of a gradient. Hinds Blinds wish-list included simple photo galleries of their products, opting for a rollover feature which keeps visitors on the same page, viewing text along with images. Check out their list of testimonials.

Read more about the project here.

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it’s graphic: Love What You Do

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November 30, 2009

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I think the desire to “love what you do” is universal. If you’re involved in the design world, you’ve probably heard of Frank Chimero, a graphic designer, illustrator and writer. I enjoy his take on work, as seen in this Love What You Do set on Flickr.

Another quote worth hanging on to:
“Failure is crucial. If you’re not failing, you’re not trying to get better.”

Do you love what you do?

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portfolio: Bamberton

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November 20, 2009

Bamberton website

Bamberton website


This new Bamberton site was launched back in the summer and transformed what once was a fairly straight-laced informational site, to an interactive site focused on the past, present and future of Bamberton. Further design development meant the extensive content could be presented in a clear fashion, making good use of brilliant photos of the area, maps, a blog and image/video galleries.

Check out the photos from the remediation process, BC’s largest privately-funded remediation project, or find out what’s in store for the area by checking out the Bamberton website.

The Bamberton project continues to be an ongoing one, find out more about the other materials I’ve worked on for this project here.

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it’s graphic: colour inspiration for designers

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November 16, 2009

Kuler

Kuler

Kuler: Probably the most useful. Kuler is a community driven web app that lets your browse color palettes created by others. You can also create your own by using the color wheel, harmony rules, and color sliders. Love the names of the palettes. Today, the most popluar templates include “Christmas Help” and “Orange County”. Also helpful if you’re searching for a paint colour to go with that cushion.

ColoRotate: Instead of using two dimensional viewers, it presents color palettes to you in 3d and in real time.

Colour Scheme Designer: You can actually preview what a web template might look like.

Colour inspiration can come from anywhere – nature, your favorite sweater, or a particular mood. I was taken with the palette generated from these J.Crew shoes from their November catalogue. I’ll be putting this image in my back pocket.

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newsflash: print special

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November 12, 2009

1000 Full colour 4″x6″ super thick premium offset glossy flyers for only $99!!! Perfect for custom postcards or promos. Order must be placed by November 15th.

100 Full colour 13″x19″ Digital Posters for $75! 115lb premium gloss FSC® Certified Stock, Vegtable Soy Based Toner

Get ‘em while they’re hot! Contact me for a re-print or custom graphics.

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