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Own Your Title, Whatever You May Call Yourself
It is so hard for people, especially women, to own their status as an artist. It’s really a confidence issue. It is said we strive to follow our passions. If we are at all concerned with making money or if we do make money from our work – especially through commercial work – it must…
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The state of the creative industry from a Black perspective
I will explore how the creative industry has and hasn’t changed since the Black Lives Matter in 2020. One thing I would like for you to know that this is my personal opinion and other people may have a different opinion or perspective about the creative industry. There is no denying that we are living…
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Work For Money, Design For Love By David Airey
One of my favorite books is Work For Money, Design For Love By David Airey. I still remember finishing the last few pages on a bus ride to pick up my pre-order for Street Fighter V. I am a total nerd sometimes. For as long as I can remember, I always wanted to be an…
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Having A Sound Space (or workspace)
We can increase our mental creativity by having a workspace. The more creative to your needs, the better. It is possible to reduce stress by having the right elements for your work space. It is said that the more colorful, flexible, and innovative your workspace is less stress. For a while, my office space was…
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I Actually Want to Change the Design and Creative Industry
It took me a 4 year bachelor degree and 3 year master’s degree and thousands in student loansto notice and realize this about the design industry Additionally, there have also been instances of microaggressions, such as assumptions about a designer’s abilities or qualifications based on their race or ethnicity. It is important to prioritize diversityand…