As a designer, it can be quite daunting dealing with typography, color palettes, composition, etc. But the only way to get over your fears and to see improvement is by practicing!
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Hoot Hoot - Owls Are Everywhere
Have you ever wondered why we enjoy using wildlife as our mascots? My thoughts? It's simply that we like to relate to things. Ever hear someone say, "So-and-so is my spirit animal?" That's because each of us is attempting to identify with other subjects. I believe the desire to connect with others is in our nature. We use things - like animals or zodiac symbols - as methods for finding the similarities between ourselves and our peers.
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Entry-level positions now have a wide variety of responsibilities from the creation of vector graphics to animation to web design and content management to social media marketing experience. So to reiterate, definitely hone in on one thing that you're most passionate about, but don't stop there! Keep learning and picking up new software and techniques. It'll come in handy as more things become expected in the workplace.
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How do others use color and lines? It's fascinating, to say the least. But I am still accustomed to using references to draw. It makes me wonder, when did I lose my imagination?
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Over time, I realized that it's okay to make mistakes so long as we (1) admit fault, (2) understand what needs work, and (3) learn from those mistakes.
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I'm a little rough - and that's what happens when you don't practice regularly! Keep at it every day, and you'll see drastic improvements. Stop? And you'll start to decline again. Practice, practice, practice!
Read MoreAn Artist's Tools
How important are these materials to me? I work extensively with acryla gouache, create digital work with my Wacom Tablet, and utilize stamps, packaging, and stationery to add value to my brand. Figure out what works for you to bring your brand to the next level!
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