James, Janet and Kian
Usain Bolt breaks his own record; Hitler upset
Aug 17th
I know there’s nothing funny about Hitler. I know this is full of foul-language. I don’t care. It’s damn funny! Oh, and congrats to Usain Bolt – the fastest man in the world.
Whaaaz Happenin?
Aug 8th
I’m roughly three weeks into my new job at DLC Resources, and thus far have loved (almost) every minute of it. Until now, I had never even considered a career change from graphic design. But the last few weeks have been great not only while at work, but I’ve felt content when I got home as well.
For the first time in years I actually have no desire to do freelance work in order to feel like I’ve done something challenging and creative that day. Don’t get me wrong, I still love design, and will continue to take on freelance projects now and then.
Big smile!
It’s Been Fun, But It’s Time To Get To Work!
Jul 13th
For those who don’t follow me on Facebook or Twitter, you may not know that after nine months of freelancing (read: unemployment), I’ve finally found a company that I’m excited to get started working for.
My New Employer: DLC Resources
DLC Resources is a large-scale landscape management company that serves master-planned communities like Anthem and Verrado here in Phoenix. The job is a bit of a career change for me, as I’ll be training to be the marketing manager, rather than strictly design. After 25+ years of design & production, I’m happy to move-on to a new challenge – especially since DLC is such a great company, according to Janet, who has worked their for a few years now.
I’m pretty excited not only about what I can bring to the table at DLC, but what I can learn from the great people who are already there.
Thoughts on the lack of an Apple netbook
Jul 2nd
My latest article for The Apple Blog covers my thoughts on the lack of an Apple netbook, and why I don’t think we’ll ever see one from Apple.
I’ve actually grown quite tired of hearing about sub $500 laptops from people who probably have no idea what that $500 gets them (or doesn’t, as the case may be).
Most Mac users don’t want a stripped-down, barely usable laptop – no matter what the price is. The MacBook Air is a powerful, light-weight laptop and gives you everything you need at half the weight of most laptops. If you think you need a “netbook,” think again!
Quoted in GD USA Magazine
Jul 1st
GD USA Magazine
If you happen to be a designer, and you happen to have a subscription to GD USA (Graphic Design USA) magazine, I’m quoted in an article in their 2009 Annual Print Survey issue.
On page 48 of the June 2009 issue, I’m quoted in a section covering the importance of choosing the best paper for your print jobs. The entire issue covers various aspects of the printing industry as a whole, as well as some trends beginning to form.
By the way, GD USA is a fantastic magazine for the paper sample inserts alone!
We’re recovering nicely…
Jun 22nd
Janet, Kian and I had one heck of a busy week, with out-of-town relatives visiting, my nephew’s birthday, Father’s Day, job interviews and a host of items on our “to do” list. We’re pretty much spent any spare minute sleeping.
Zzzzzzzz!
We’re getting back up to speed this week – hopefully we’ll have more interesting news to share soon.
Musical mashup of YouTube videos
Jun 13th
InBflat – a musical/video mashup
A colleague came across this site and I thought it was too cool not to share. It’s called InBFlat, and it’s a mashup of YouTube videos containing various musical instruments and spoken word. You play some or all of the videos, in any order to create a pretty cool musical composition. Check it out.
Attention potential clients: don’t do this!
Jun 5th
As a designer, one of the most annoying things I hear from potential clients is the rather insulting excuses and cons when it comes to negotiating prices. Rather than explain it all, watch this video. This is literally what I hear from some people. Please, don’t be these people.
