Creative Resources

Dear Fellow Pointers, Listed below are a few of my favorite creative resources that I have found very helpful with design, freelance and business.   Books on Freelancing:    Anti 9 to 5 Guide by Michelle Goodman  Great title, huh? Right to the point. This book was so helpful when I was still in my full time job. It helped me start to think about what I could do to kickstart my freelance career while I was still working 9-5. I love the... Read More

This is a Trash Can!

When I was in Nashville about a month ago, I stopped in my tracks while walking down the street in the 12th St. neighborhood. These amazing wire-woven trash cans lined the sidewalks. I was blown away by their beauty and the intricacy and detail of the weaving. What an amazing functional art piece! After doing a bit of research and I have found this information via Mary Lucking about this community art project: As part of Nashville, Tennessee’s... Read More

Recent Work: Eddo Photography Identity

  Recently, I had the pleasure to work with Eddie Eng, of Eddo Photography. He wanted to create a new identity for his photography business that reflected energy and movement—which is reflected in his beautiful photographic work.      Read More

Dee’s Ice Cream Packaging

Vintage ice cream packaging from Dee’s Ice Cream of Brunswick, Maine. I love the simplistic-one color-design and the mix of typography. Classic design.   Photo source  Read More

Wisconsin Walk for Water

Hey Milwaukee! Support this awesome cause: Wisconsin Walk for Water in part of United Nations World Water Day. World Water Day is held annually on 22 March as a means of focusing attention on the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. I had the awesome opportunity to work with United Nations World Water Day Milwaukee to create this year’s logo. Cheers to supporting our precious natural... Read More

Recent Work: Brian K Live! Poster

Recent poster design for Brian K Live! Comedic Magician. Brian’s upcoming show is already sold out! But, there will be another one on May 12th. Tickets go on sale April 12, 2012.   Design © Orange Marigold    Read More